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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

3.5 star property
Waterfront motel with marina and outdoor pool

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Standard Queen & Single | Balcony
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views
Exterior
Front of property – evening/night
Marina
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is beside a peaceful marina in Buddina. Enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool between meals at the bistro, serving local cuisine indoors or on the terrace. Evening entertainment includes a billiards table, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Standard Queen & Single

Standard Queen & Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen And Single

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
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About the area

Map
136 Pt Cartwright Drive, Kawana Waters, Buddina, QLD, 4575

What's nearby

  • Kawana Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Point Cartwright - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 19 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Lamb - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - Kawana Waters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Motel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Consider a stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel and take advantage of a marina, a terrace and a playground. The on-site local cuisine bistro, Kawana Waters Bistro, offers lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kawana Waters Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
After-hours check-in should be done in the hotel's game room; available until 3 AM, Monday through Saturday, and until midnight on Sundays.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The guestrooms and property amenities at this hotel are not accessible to wheelchairs at this time.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Kawana
Kawana Waters Buddina
Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel
Nightcap Kawana Waters Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters
Nightcap Kawana Waters Budna
Nightcap At Kawana Waters
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel Buddina

Frequently asked questions

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$132.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel located?

Located in Buddina, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kawana Shoppingworld and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Mooloolaba Esplanade. Kawana Beach and Buddina Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 291 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Triona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thank you for the stay, booked a few days out, the room was all we needed, bedding lovely, understand an older property but it looks the best it can, given the age etc. Great location for dining, shopping conveniences etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean and great location .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights from check in to check out the whole experience was good. We especially enjoyed the positive attitude all staff had. Excellent beds very comfy, slept well,will definitely stay again when up in the Sunshine Coast again, thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good to have a pub attached.Meals good and being monday night took part in trivia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient and it’s great to have the pub next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome friendly helpful staff, clean room and facilities in a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice to stay there. Our room was very nice and we had a meal in the pub it was very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the convenience of late check-in and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10% discount on meals, two free drinks at bar, parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, had a late check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we pulled in and checked in it was great. Service, cleanliness all amenities that surrounds the accommodation. Perfect spot for everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel with pub and restaurant

Restaurant with view over marina. No microwave in room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Close to ammenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and dinner on the marina.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were helpful but the noise from drunk patrons late at night was excessive. There is also a boat business directly behind the apartments so we got that noise and smell from them during the day. On a positive note It’s definitely well located for shopping and eating We have stayed at other Nightcaps and have been happy but this is one I would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herewini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to be right next to the hotel with great food. Staff were very helpful and friendly also.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy staying as everything is close by
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great staying here would recommend anyone to stay for a short time or a long time great service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff where great, room fresh and clean and room service very quick.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the tavern food was amazing. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, with delicious food options onsite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic staff were awesome accomadation was clean tidy meals were 10/10 going back at easter
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024