Airlie Beach Accommodation
Airlie Beach Accommodation Guide
This Airlie Beach accommodation guide highlights the best places to stay in the Whitsundays, from hotels and self-contained apartments to motels, holiday parks and backpacker hostels. Airlie Beach is the mainland gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach tours.
The guide is put together by locals who live and work in Airlie Beach, so the listings are based on both guest ratings and a first-hand understanding of each property's location, comfort and facilities. Whether the plan is to stay near the Coral Sea Marina, the Airlie Beach Lagoon, or within walking distance of restaurants and shops, these accommodation options are in the heart of the Whitsundays.
ApartmentsWhitsunday Reflections
Luxury apartments with Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands views.
- One, two or three-bedroom apartments
- Modern comforts and a choice of view options
- Swimming pool and outdoor spa
- Ideal for romantic escapes, family holidays or group adventures
Airlie Beach Backpackers and Hostels
Dorm roomsNomads Hostel
Hostel on 6 acres of tropical gardens in the heart of Airlie Beach.
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Swimming pool, bar and restaurant
- 10-minute walk along the boardwalk to Coral Sea Marina
Dorm roomsBackpackers By The Bay
Hostel just 400m from the main street of Airlie Beach.
- Directly across from the Bus Transit Centre and Port of Airlie
- Small on-site bar
- Saltwater pool for guests to relax in
Dorm roomsBounce Backpackers
Hostel a 2 minute walk behind the main street of Airlie.
- Garden, bar and lounge
- Shared kitchen
- Evening entertainment with live music
- Relaxing lounge area
Dorm roomsThe Hostel, Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach hostel with a year-round outdoor pool.
- Sun terrace and garden
- Air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms
- Balconies overlooking garden views
- Shared kitchen, lounge and outdoor seating
Caravan Parks Around Airlie Beach
Caravan parkBIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
Family-friendly holiday park near Airlie Beach.
- Cabins, villas, powered and unpowered sites
- Large waterpark with 13 waterslides
- Mini-golf, animal park, outdoor pool and playgrounds
- Activities and accommodation to suit different budgets
Caravan parkDiscovery Parks – Airlie Beach
Holiday park in Jubilee Pocket, a 5-minute drive from town.
- Cabins, powered and unpowered sites
- Bungalows with fridge, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning and private bathroom
- Villas with a fully equipped kitchen and private balcony
- Outdoor pool, waterpark and hot tub
Caravan parkTasman Holiday Parks – Airlie Beach
Holiday park in tropical gardens near the town centre.
- Cabins, villas, motel rooms, glamping tents and sites
- Outdoor pool and children's paddling pool
- BBQ areas
- Daily rainbow lorikeet feeding
- Rated highly for clean facilities, family-friendly setting and helpful staff
Caravan parkBIG4 Whitsundays Tropical Eco Resort
Eco resort right next to the Conway National Park.
- Cabins, powered and unpowered sites
- Halfway between Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour
- Sun lounges by the pool
- Playground and jumping pillows for the kids
Caravan parkNRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park
Holiday park set in tropical gardens at Cannonvale.
- Cabins, powered and unpowered sites
- All accommodation has a patio and kitchenette
- Outdoor pool and free WiFi
- 5-minute drive to the town centre and Coral Sea Marina
Budget Friendly Accommodation
Guest houseAirlie Guest House
Adults-only guest house in Airlie Beach with sea views.
- Sun terrace, garden and free WiFi
- Air-conditioned rooms with shared kitchen, lounge and outdoor seating
- Free private parking, luggage storage, tour desk and private check-in
- Daily continental breakfast with fresh fruit, juice and local specialities
Budget roomsAirlie Beach Magnums – Adults Only
Adults-only budget retreat in the centre of Airlie Beach.
- Set in tropical gardens
- Queen ensuite cabins, plus private double and twin rooms with shared facilities
- Air-conditioning and refrigerators in all rooms
- Large communal kitchen, outdoor dining area and BBQ facilities
- Recreation room, volleyball court and laundry
Budget cabinsKipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
Budget cabins in rainforest, 2.2 km from the town centre.
- Air-conditioned rooms with cable TV
- Selected rooms have a balcony or a kitchenette with microwave, tea and coffee
- Outdoor swimming pool with sundeck
- Three outdoor kitchen areas and BBQ facilities
- Tour desk for snorkelling, scuba diving and Whitsunday Islands trips
Holiday Apartments In Airlie Beach
ApartmentsWhitsunday Reflections
Luxury apartments with Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands views.
- One, two or three-bedroom apartments
- Modern comforts and a choice of view options
- Swimming pool and outdoor spa
- Ideal for romantic escapes, family holidays or group adventures
ApartmentsWhitsunday On The Beach
Self-contained studio units in the centre of Airlie Beach.
- Motel with easy access to the Airlie Beach Lagoon and local attractions
- Air-conditioning, kitchenettes and balconies
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Close to restaurants, shopping and beaches
- Guests rate the location and comfort highly
ApartmentsSunlit Waters Studio Apartments
Studio apartments 600m from the Airlie Beach Lagoon.
- Air-conditioned with a balcony
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- 1.3 km from Coral Sea Marina
ApartmentsThe Sebel Whitsundays
Apartments with spacious balconies and Coral Sea views.
- 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments
- Spacious balconies with views of the Coral Sea
- Outdoor pool and hot tub
- Some apartments have a spa or hot tub on the balcony
ApartmentsCoral Sea Vista Apartments
Apartments directly across from the Port of Airlie.
- Short walk to the Airlie Beach village
- Self-contained and self-catered apartments, suites and studios
- Sea view balcony
- Air-conditioning, kitchenware, dining area and flat-screen Smart TV
- Free parking on-site
Holiday unitsWhitehaven Beachfront Holiday Units
Holiday units overlooking Airlie Beach's main beach.
- Short stroll to the lagoon, restaurants and shops
- Self-contained with air conditioning
- Fully equipped kitchen with a dining area
- Flat-screen TV
ApartmentsMarina Shores
5-star oceanfront apartments overlooking Coral Sea Marina.
- Luxury self-contained 1 to 4 bedroom apartments
- Oceanfront location with views over Coral Sea Marina and the Whitsunday Islands
- 30m heated swimming pool
ApartmentsThe Boathouse Apartments
Self-contained apartments at the Port of Airlie.
- Mantra Boathouse Apartments with 2 or 3 bedrooms
- Stunning views of the Coral Sea
- Children's playground
- Tennis courts and a swimming pool
ApartmentsAirlie Summit Apartments
4 star apartments on a hillside with sea views.
- Private balcony with views of the Coral Sea and Whitsundays
- Outdoor pool and BBQ area
- Free WiFi
- Free on-site parking
ApartmentsMirage Whitsundays
Luxury self-contained apartments and villas.
- Fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities
- Air-conditioning with indoor and outdoor dining areas
- Balconies or patios, some with private pools or Coral Sea views
- Outdoor swimming pool and tour desk
- Airport shuttle service
ApartmentsAirlie Beach Apartments
Studios and apartments a short walk from the main street.
- Studios or apartments
- Private balcony overlooking the gardens or the Coral Sea
- Very short walk to the main street for shopping and restaurants
ApartmentsBoathaven Bay Holiday Apartments
Self-contained apartments 300 metres from the town centre.
- Boathaven Spa Resort, air-conditioned with private balconies over the Coral Sea
- 25-metre lagoon-style pool with waterfall, plus a large heated spa
- BBQ area, tour desk and free covered parking
- Kitchen facilities, cable TV, DVD player, ceiling fans and plasma-screen TVs
- Some apartments include a balcony hot tub
ApartmentsClub Wyndham Airlie Beach
Modern accommodation with ocean-facing balconies.
- Tropical surroundings
- Infinity pool overlooking the Whitsundays
- On-site restaurant, Tides, serving local produce with coastal views
- Complimentary shuttle into the Airlie Beach town centre
- 700 metres from shops, cafes and pubs
Airlie Beach Resorts
ResortPinnacles Resort
Luxury apartments 300 metres from the town centre.
- Breathtaking Coral Sea views, close to the Port of Airlie
- Spa bath or hot tub and a balcony in each apartment
- Outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre
- Free WiFi and free parking
- Highly rated for location, comfy beds, cleanliness and facilities
ResortMartinique Whitsunday Resort
French-Caribbean style resort with panoramic views.
- Stunning 20m infinity pool
- Panoramic views over Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays
- 3-minute walk downhill to the Airlie Beach town centre
- A bit longer walking back up the hill
ResortCoral Sea Resort
Award-winning luxury resort on Paradise Point.
- Variety of accommodation, including deluxe suites
- All rooms serviced daily
- Restaurant and bar
- 25m swimming pool
- All with Coral Sea views
ResortWaters Edge Resort
4-star resort just 100m from the Airlie Beach village.
- Large self-contained apartments
- Views of the Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands
- 3 infinity pools
- Heated outdoor spa and large sun deck
ResortMango House Resort
Self-contained resort a short drive from Airlie Beach.
- Balconies overlooking the pool and gardens
- Short drive from the Port of Airlie
- Jubilee Tavern is across the road, open for lunch and dinner
ResortWhitsunday Terraces Resort
Budget-friendly hillside apartments with sweeping views.
- Views of the Coral Sea, Whitsunday Islands and Port of Airlie Marina
- Walking distance to the town centre, shops, restaurants and nightlife
- Air-conditioned apartments with private balconies and basic kitchen facilities
- Superior Rooms recently renovated with new kitchens, bathrooms and furnishings
Airlie Beach Motels and Hotels
HotelMantra Club Croc
Family rooms in Cannonvale, under 1 km from the beach.
- Air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, tea and coffee, TV and parquet floors
- Fitness centre, outdoor pool and sun terrace
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant with seafood and international cuisine, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, plus buffet breakfast
- Less than 1 km from Cannonvale Beach and 1.7 km from Coral Sea Marina
HotelAirlie Beach Hotel
Hotel in the town centre, 300 metres from the lagoon.
- Air-conditioned rooms with LCD TV, mini fridge and en suite bathroom
- Private balconies with town or ocean views
- Outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi
- Secure undercover parking, and a tour desk for Whitsunday and Whitehaven Beach tours
- On-site restaurant, The Pub, serves bistro meals and wood-fired pizzas
HotelHeart Hotel and Gallery
Boutique hotel beside the foreshore in central Airlie Beach.
- Close to restaurants, bars, cafes and boutique shopping
- Designed by Australian architects with Italian marble and high ceilings
- Smart TVs, BOSE sound systems and premium bathroom amenities
- Free WiFi and private balconies with sea or village views
- Restaurant, bar, airport shuttle and on-site parking
Once the Airlie Beach Accommodation is booked, the next step is to pick which way to see the Whitsundays. The top tour categories are linked here.