Hervey Bay

Travel Guide

Hervey Bay featuring forest scenes and a park
Hervey Bay featuring forest scenes and a park
Torquay showing a beach, a sunset and general coastal views
Torquay featuring a sunset and general coastal views
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden showing a garden

Hervey Bay is a coastal city with beaches so beautiful even the whales have caught wind of them.

Between July and November, you can spot humpback whales raising their young in this broad bay on Queensland’s southern coast. See these graceful creatures up close on a cruise or try spotting from the sandy shoreline. Check out the esplanade for casual cafés or hit the marina for chic waterfront dining. On a Friday evening, you can meet local artists at the weekly markets here.

Where to stay in Hervey Bay

Urangan featuring a sunset as well as a large group of people

Urangan

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Urangan. A stop by Hervey Bay Botanic Garden or Shelly Beach might round out your trip.

Urangan
Torquay featuring general coastal views and rocky coastline

Torquay

Torquay is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shelly Beach or Duggan Conservation Park.

Torquay
Urangan showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing as well as an individual male

Pialba

Pialba is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like WetSide Water Education Park and Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club.

Pialba
Scarness showing general coastal views

Scarness

Scarness is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, a top place to visit in the area.

Scarness
Take a walk along the Esplanade

The 14km long shared pathway stretches from the Urangan Harbour at the eastern end of the city to Gatakers Bay in the west. 

It’s also a great spot for BBQ’s and fishing off any one of the small jetties along the way

Urraween

Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Urraween
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Dundowran Beach

While Dundowran Beach isn't home to many top sights, Toogoom Beach and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dundowran Beach
Mantra Hervey Bay

Mantra Hervey Bay

4 out of 5
Buccaneer Drive Urangan QLD
The price is RM519 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
RM519
RM519 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Great ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
A great location with a good view. Easy options for dinning. Very relaxing. Lovely friendly staff. I will be back.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Mantra Hervey Bay
Nightcap at Kondari Resort

Nightcap at Kondari Resort

3.5 out of 5
49-63 Elizabeth Street Urangan QLD
The price is RM352 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
RM352
RM387 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 meeting rooms and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Clean rooms

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Nightcap at Kondari Resort
Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa

Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
569 Charlton Esplanade Urangan QLD
The price is RM770 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM770
RM770 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,770 reviews)
Great location. Good walks along coastline, 2min walk to good quality restaurants which cater from breakfast to supper. OR use the kitchenette within the room if on a budget. Warm swimming pools.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa

Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
569 Charlton Esplanade Urangan QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,770 reviews)
Great location. Good walks along coastline, 2min walk to good quality restaurants which cater from breakfast to supper. OR use the kitchenette within the room if on a budget. Warm swimming pools.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay

Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay

4.5 out of 5
468 The Esplanade Torquay QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
Location, staff, amenities,all were outstanding. I would go back again a very relaxing holiday. Thank you.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
BreakFree Great Sandy Straits

BreakFree Great Sandy Straits

3.5 out of 5
17 Buccaneer Drive Urangan QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a sauna. Popular attractions Great Sandy Straits Marina and Reefworld Aquarium ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (734 reviews)
Everything was fine, definitely a bit on the older side but fit our needs. Wasn’t aware that WiFi wasn’t offered in the unit, so beware of that if you need to not use cellular

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

BreakFree Great Sandy Straits
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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