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18 Sept - 20 Sept
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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Whitsundays motels

An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and blue umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

1. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Cannonvale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (254 reviews)
"Nice location and ambience "
Australia
Adam
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

2. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"I had a beautiful stay. The accessible cabin was very spacious and comfortable. The staff were absolutely lovely and the overall experience was excellent."
Australia
Julie-Ann
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.

3. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"V good"
Australia
Lil
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
A bedroom with a brick wall, a wooden bed, and a chair.

4. Proserpine Motor Lodge

Proserpine Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Proserpine
7.6 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
"Good motel. Handy to shops. Easy check in. "
Australia
Joanna
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Proserpine Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a TV, and a window.

5. Proserpine Motel

Proserpine Motel
3.0 star property
Proserpine
7.0 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Just a quick stay over on our way to Innisfail"
Australia
Ann-Marie
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Proserpine Motel
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Top Whitsundays Hotel Reviews

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Very well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, lots of space and incredible view! We really enjoyed our stay in the whitsunday apartments. We would definitely stay there again."
Sara 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Whitsunday Apartments

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Whitsundays Motels information

Number of reviews
1,372
Accommodation
0 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$116
Highest Price
AU$217

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Whitsundays?
If you can't find a motel in Whitsundays, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from over 620 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Whitsundays?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Colonial Palms Motor Inn is located 29.9 km from the heart of Whitsundays. Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat: Free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central Whitsundays is 17.7 mi (28.4 km) away. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel: Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and an area shuttle. Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Whitsundays. Proserpine Motor Lodge: Central Whitsundays is 27.8 mi (44.7 km) away. A children's pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. A & A Motel: 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from the heart of Whitsundays. Enjoy access to the children's pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Whitsundays?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Whitehaven Beach, Catseye Beach and Whitsunday Islands National Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Hamilton Island Bowling Alley, Hamilton Island Marina and Hamilton Island Golf Club.
What's the weather like in Whitsundays?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Whitsundays to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Whitsundays are March, January, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Whitsundays while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Whitsundays to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), which is located 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 32 mi (51.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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