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Recommended hotels in Airlie Beach

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1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was great, staff were friendly, and the bar and restaurant were areas were great. Will always stay here when in Airlie Beach!"
Australia
Brad
The price is RM534
RM587 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Airlie Beach Hotel
Exterior

2. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (770 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
The price is RM280
RM308 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Magnums Airlie Beach
Exterior

3. Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy walk to city centre. Good food on site - friendly staff."
Australia
Despina
The price is RM1,050
RM1,155 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Coral Sea Resort
Terrace/patio

4. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (402 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean, beautiful view and helpful host."
Canada
Denise
The price is RM544
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
View from room

5. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (590 reviews)
"TV remote was difficult but help of staff we found out how to work it. Noise from bar across road was quite loud but quiten down by 10pm. My major complaint is water pressure it was very poor in hand basin and shower. The only good thing about shower is that it was wet. There was also no place in the shower to put soap, shampoo or face cloth."
Australia
Kathleen
The price is RM654
RM719 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

6. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"V good"
Australia
Lil
The price is RM518
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

7. Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (787 reviews)
"Great stay and staff were lovely."
Australia
Georgie
The price is RM544
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Mantra Club Croc
Boating

8. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
3.5 star property
Jubilee Pocket
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Great accommodation very comfortable and would stay there again"
Australia
William
The price is RM412
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
Outdoor pool

9. Whitsunday On The Beach

Whitsunday On The Beach
3.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (321 reviews)
"GREAT location and manager friendly!"
Australia
Callie
The price is RM463
RM509 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Whitsunday On The Beach
Exterior

10. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (159 reviews)
"All round just great for an overnight stay in the studio room i got amenities were good and the bar cafe they had on-site priced great happy hour between 4 and 630 on Saturday arvo, $6.00 cans of beer and cocktails available"
Australia
Brendon
The price is RM351
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

11. Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (812 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is RM1,388
RM1,527 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mirage Whitsundays
Exterior

12. Freedom Shores

Freedom Shores
4.0 star property
Woodwark
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (265 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay with amazing views. Staff were friendly and helpful. Included continental breakfast was delicious and fresh."
Australia
Amy
The price is RM739
RM812 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Freedom Shores
Exterior

13. The Boathouse Apartments

The Boathouse Apartments
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (807 reviews)
"Lovely friendly staff Clean accommodation Accessible "
Australia
Mahmoud
The price is RM1,429
RM1,429 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Boathouse Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

14. at Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments

at Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"No complaints good spot"
Australia
Jeanine
The price is RM537
RM590 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
at Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments
Outdoor pool

15. Nomads Airlie Beach

Nomads Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (175 reviews)
"First time here and loved it. Staff upon check-in was amazing. Loved the app the use to get into room and know of things around the hostel. I would recommend over and over again to stay here. "
Canada
Tara
The price is RM418
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Nomads Airlie Beach
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

16. Ocean Views 16

Ocean Views 16
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is RM814
RM1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Views 16
Beach

17. 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 RM390
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
Outdoor dining

18. 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 RM371
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
Living area

19. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (549 reviews)
"So nice this place,very kind staff! "
Australia
Rose Ann
The price is RM408
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

20. Ocean views 27A

Ocean views 27A
3.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Amazing views from the apartment! It was in a great location with such a short walk to the main area with shops and restaurants. The hill was a killer on the way home though! The apartment could do with a revamp as there were lots of broken tiles etc. but overall it was a great stay!"
United Kingdom
Cheryl
The price is RM732
RM1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ocean views 27A
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Top Airlie Beach Hotel Reviews

Sea Star Apartments

Sea Star Apartments

8/10 Good
"Spacious apartment good location but on steep hill. Bathroom could use an update. Bring extra towels as only 2 towels provided ."
Mariana 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Sea Star Apartments

Find out more about Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach Hostels information

Number of reviews
7,969
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
RM308
Highest Price
RM1,527

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Airlie Beach?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for sightseeing during your holiday. We've heard good things about the marina and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Airlie Beach?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Airlie Beach are some of the most popular ones: Bounce Airlie Beach - Located within a 10-minute walk of Airlie Beach Lagoon. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and laundry facilities. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Base Airlie Beach Resort - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Airlie Beach Lagoon. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Beaches Backpackers Airlie Beach - Hostel - Located steps from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a bar. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Airlie Beach YHA - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Airlie Beach Lagoon. Property features include free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Airlie Waterfront Accomodation - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Airlie Beach Lagoon. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, TVs and coffee/tea makers.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Airlie Beach?
If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in Airlie Beach, one of Expedia's 6 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Airlie Beach?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: 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 Airlie Beach are March, January, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Airlie Beach?
Overall, Airlie Beach is known for its beaches, marina and coral reefs. Get out into nature with places such as Airlie Beach Lagoon, Boathaven Beach and Conway National Park. Cultural attractions include Whitsunday Art Gallery, Proserpine Museum and Proserpine Entertainment Centre. Locals like to shop at Airlie Beach Market and Whitsunday Plaza.
What's the best way to get to and around Airlie Beach while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Airlie Beach in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), located 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from the city centre. Another option is Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 18.4 mi (29.6 km) away.

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