Best places to stay in Queensland

A private island resort in the Whitsundays with five restaurants and direct white-sand beach access

Beachfront Palm Cove resort with three pools, a full-service spa, and luxurious apartments a short drive from Cairns

Direct Gold Coast beachfront access with lagoon pool views and a location minutes from Surfers Paradise

World Heritage-listed coral island resort offering guided reef walks and free snorkelling lessons on site

Spacious Noosa Heads apartments steps from Main Beach, with large balconies and the Hastings Street dining strip nearby

Eco-friendly clifftop retreat north of Port Douglas set across 140 acres of rainforest with a private Coral Sea beach

Refurbished Whitsunday island resort with an open-air cinema, multiple pools, and a full buffet breakfast included

Adults-only Whitsunday beachfront escape featuring an infinity pool, private beach, and complimentary chauffeur transfers

Palm Cove luxury resort with a tropical garden spa pool and complimentary airport transfers to and from Cairns

World Heritage Fraser Island resort blending eco-friendly design with spa facilities, bush walks, and beachfront villas

A private saltwater lagoon and sandy beach sit at the heart of this Surfers Paradise resort

Breathtaking Pacific Ocean views and a full spa just 300 metres from patrolled Broadbeach shores

Freshly refurbished rooms channel Queenslander beach-house style with spa facilities and boutique design flair

Integrated into The Star entertainment precinct, with a spa, pool, and bar minutes from Kurrawa Beach

Beachfront positioning steps from Surfers Paradise Beach, with dual pools and a signature Langham spa

Dual pools, a fitness centre, and an airport shuttle place this resort right at the Surfers Paradise action

Three pools and beachfront access at Burleigh Heads, blending design-forward style with laid-back coastal living

Spacious self-contained suites with dual pools just a five-minute walk from Broadbeach's patrolled surf

Panoramic views across surf beaches, hinterland, and the marina from this well-appointed Southport address

Steps from Bilinga Beach with a beachfront setting, outdoor pool, and free bikes for coastal exploring

Surfers Paradise resort with a dedicated water park, lagoon pool, ice-skating rink, and daily kids entertainment

Gold Coast resort with a purpose-built water park area featuring three waterslides and a separate children's pool

Broadwater resort with direct Sea World access, a 50-metre lagoon pool, waterfall feature, and aquatic playground

Caloundra family resort with an on-site water park, resort pool, putt-putt golf, and kangaroo jumper just 200 metres from the beach

Sanctuary Cove luxury resort with a saltwater beach lagoon pool and proximity to Gold Coast theme parks including Dreamworld

Beachfront Mackay resort with two swimming pools, BBQ facilities, and six kilometres of golden sand for family beach days

Mermaid Beach Gold Coast resort with four swimming pools, self-contained apartments, and tropical gardens steps from the beach

Beachfront Sunshine Coast resort with a 60-metre lagoon pool, dedicated children's pool, and direct beach access

Boutique World Heritage rainforest retreat with spa, exceptional breakfast, and Indigenous cultural immersion in Tropical North Queensland

Adults-only beachfront sanctuary at Palm Cove with three pools, two spas, and 28 complimentary inclusions designed for couples

Remote Great Barrier Reef island hideaway combining beachfront luxury, boutique scale, and exceptional design for an exclusive couples escape

All-inclusive private island lodge on the Great Barrier Reef with an infinity pool, free meals, and 1,368 hectares of national park surrounds

Port Douglas beachfront resort on Four Mile Beach with nine pools, a spa, seven restaurants, and 147 hectares of tropical gardens

Beachfront Palm Cove apartments with three pools, a luxurious day spa, hot tub, and direct sand-and-sea access steps from the Coral Sea

Secluded Four Mile Beach resort featuring a large lagoon pool with bar, an 18-hole golf course, spa, and hot tub in Port Douglas

MGallery property on Hastings Street, Noosa, with a heated outdoor pool, day spa, and private balconies overlooking the Noosa River

Adult-only Balinese-style mountain retreat near Port Douglas with stunning rainforest and coastal views from a saltwater pool and private patio

Award-winning boutique hotel in Brisbane's New Farm with 1940s-style suites, Nespresso machines, and a 7-minute commute to the city centre

Sits directly on Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas with large private balconies overlooking the ocean

Set just 500 metres from Mission Beach with an outdoor pool, garden terrace, and direct beach access

Beachfront property in Cardwell offering a pool, restaurant, and children's playground in tropical North Queensland

Remote Far North Queensland resort in Weipa with a private beach area, barbecue, and free parking

Overlooks Alma Bay and Geoffrey Bay on Magnetic Island with two pools and three bars on site

Steps from Noosa Main Beach with a heated pool, BBQ area, and private balconies

Five-acre Hervey Bay retreat with air-conditioned villas, full kitchens, and lock-up garages

Hamilton Island oceanfront villa with an infinity pool, spa bath, and complimentary buggy and valet

Beachfront Port Douglas property with a private pool, tennis court, and direct access to Four Mile Beach

Maleny hinterland villa with a pool-with-a-view setting and mountain scenery 26 km from Australia Zoo

Beachfront Magnetic Island villa with a saltwater pool and direct access to Nelly Bay Beach

Noosa North Shore private villa with a pool, tennis court, and garden terrace views

Beachfront Peregian Beach villa with a private pool and sea views just 200 metres from the shore

Hamilton Island beachfront villa with a private pool, beach area access, and free shuttle service

K'gari Island villa with a private pool, spa bath, and outdoor terrace in a secluded island setting

A secluded Scenic Rim mountain lodge with infinity spa pool, hot tubs, and wood-fireplace suites overlooking Main Range National Park

Set beside Lake Weyba near Noosa National Park, with a championship golf course, heated pool, and a dedicated day spa

Port Douglas luxury villas each with a private plunge pool, plus a 30-metre pool and full spa just 10 minutes from Four Mile Beach

An adults-only private cove on Long Island surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, featuring a magnesium pool and daily-changing spa menu

Five landscaped acres in Noosa offering four lagoon-style pools and a full spa and wellness centre within a lush resort setting

Surfers Paradise tower resort with a dedicated Q1 Spa, heated lap pool, steam and sauna rooms, and 360-degree coastal views

Award-winning day spa and lagoon pool at this central Queensland coastal resort, a short walk from a patrolled surf beach

A Peppers-branded Noosa property with a day spa, two pools, and a fitness centre just 500 metres from Laguna Bay beach

Rainforest garden setting in Port Douglas with a tropical lagoon swim-up bar and onsite spa and wellness centre

Hinterland rainforest retreat in Montville offering private rooms with fireplace, spa bath, and complimentary champagne on arrival

Award-winning adults-only Port Douglas resort with poolside bar just 500 metres from Four Mile Beach

Absolute beachfront adults-only retreat north of Cairns with spa, infinity pool and private beach access

Remote Great Barrier Reef island offering adults-only beachfront stays with restaurant, bar and sea views

Adults-only couples retreat in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland featuring an infinity pool, hot tub and infrared sauna

Boutique adults-only clothing-optional resort steps from Peregian Beach with saltwater pool and outdoor hot tub

Exclusive five-star Hamilton Island resort with luxury accommodations and direct access to Whitsunday waters

Adults-only Whitsunday beachfront villa with private pool and jacuzzi overlooking the Coral Sea

Absolute waterfront Airlie Beach resort with romantic atmosphere, spa, and strolling distance to the beach village

Eco-resort suites set within Great Barrier Reef rainforest on a tropical island 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry

Deep Daintree Rainforest eco-resort with private cabin boardwalks, heated outdoor spa and an onsite bar

Affordable 3-star stay just 1.5 km from Brisbane CBD with free parking and family rooms

Central Brisbane hostel with a rooftop pool overlooking the city and Brisbane River

Historic 1800s building in inner Brisbane with a sunny terrace and bar, steps from Fortitude Valley

Five minutes from Brisbane Airport with continental breakfast and straightforward air-conditioned rooms

Modern self-contained studios in Annerley, 5 km from the city centre with free WiFi and a kitchenette

Brisbane aparthotel with an outdoor pool, hot tub and sauna, 1.3 km from New Farm Park

Brisbane's first pod accommodation in Fortitude Valley, offering a compact and social stay near the CBD

Budget Brisbane hostel with a rooftop pool and river views, 400 m from Roma Street Transit Centre

Apartment-style Brisbane accommodation with two outdoor pools, three minutes from Toowong Shopping Centre

Northern Brisbane suburb motel just five minutes' drive from the city, with free parking and free WiFi

A characterful 1920s Brisbane boutique hotel with an on-site restaurant, bar, and fitness access

Riverside Brisbane property with three restaurants, a spa, fitness centre, and Brisbane River views

Centrally located in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, with room service, 24-hour front desk, and an excellent breakfast

Townsville hotel offering an outdoor pool, free parking, and minibar-equipped air-conditioned rooms

Townsville apartment-style suites with a BBQ area, outdoor pool, and fully equipped kitchen facilities

Mackay resort-style property featuring a pool, restaurant, bar, and evening entertainment for guests

Brisbane hotel with an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and convenient access to Streets Beach

Set 800 metres from Cardwell Beach with an outdoor pool, shared lounge, garden, and room service

Central Gladstone hotel with two restaurants, a bar, and free parking near Gladstone Marina

A five-star self-catering retreat in the Stanthorpe area suited for a quiet, private getaway with pets