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Recommended hotels in Northern Australia

A motel with a central motor inn, surrounded by a fenced area with palm trees.

1. Caboolture Central Motor Inn

Caboolture Central Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Caboolture
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"We loved our stay, clean room and great parking. Quiet and staff are very friendly"
Australia
Ursula
The price is AED 431
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Caboolture Central Motor Inn
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay."
Australia
Steven
The price is AED 474
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel
A stone building with a reception desk, a sign reading 'Save and Book Direct,' and a security keypad.

3. Caboolture Gateway Motel

Caboolture Gateway Motel
4.0 star property
Caboolture
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (418 reviews)
"Great location for what we wanted in the area. Clean, tidy and great staff. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Joanne
The price is AED 466
AED 513 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Caboolture Gateway Motel
A sign for Island Day Spa at Kingfisher Bay Resort, indicating services like massage, spa rituals, beauty therapies, and wellness.

4. Kingfisher Bay Resort

Kingfisher Bay Resort
4.0 star property
K'gari (Fraser Island)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (797 reviews)
"Great place to stay and ideal in many ways. The house staff were good but the restaurant staff seemed tired and disinterested. The meals were ok but the noise wasn’t"
Australia
Bruce
The price is AED 560
AED 616 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Kingfisher Bay Resort
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking a garden.

5. Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective
2.0 star property
Buddina
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Great spot handy for all local amenities. Room was good"
Australia
NIKKI
The price is AED 402
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective
Exterior

6. Novotel Brisbane Airport

Novotel Brisbane Airport
4.5 star property
Brisbane Airport
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,044 reviews)
"Good spot near Airport"
Australia
MARTIN
The price is AED 700
AED 770 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Novotel Brisbane Airport
A modern building with a reception area, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

7. Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (620 reviews)
"Staff helpful and friendly , beautiful pool and happy hour. Loved the carport in front of accommodation."
Australia
William
The price is AED 373
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Resort Parkhurst
A modern building with a "CONFERENCE CENTER" sign, featuring a spacious entrance and a covered area with columns.

8. Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites

Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites
4.5 star property
Alexandra Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (571 reviews)
"Clean and convenient to everything I needed - love to stay there again!"
United States
David
The price is AED 495
AED 546 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites
A hotel with multiple floors, a beach in the foreground, and palm trees.

9. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,649 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
aly
The price is AED 1,165
AED 1,165 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Whitsunday Apartments
Exterior

10. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel
4.5 star property
Mooloolaba
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (58 reviews)
"Staff polite and helpful, room was spotless and close to beach and local amenities"
United Kingdom
Adrian
The price is AED 936
AED 1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel
A modern hotel building with multiple floors, a prominent logo, and a clear view of the surrounding urban area.

11. Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane

Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane
4.0 star property
Woolloongabba
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (627 reviews)
"Ideal hotel close all facilities and staff were helpful and very professional."
Australia
Blake
The price is AED 300
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane
Exterior

12. Adina Chermside Brisbane

Adina Chermside Brisbane
4.0 star property
Chermside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Newly built very clean and nicely furnished. 10 minutes walk to Westfield shopping centre which has an unbelievable number of restaurants and wonderful cinema."
United Kingdom
Nigel
The price is AED 540
AED 594 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Adina Chermside Brisbane
A multi-story building with balconies overlooking a beach and ocean.

13. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,121 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is AED 316
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, a bridge, and a waterfront.

14. Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
4.5 star property
Birtinya
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Close to the University Hospital nice little restaurants just around the corner good sized rooms"
Australia
Nick
The price is AED 376
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Pullman' sign and a 'Hilton' sign.

15. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
Brisbane Airport
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,731 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful very easy to check in and room was great so close to airport for early flights"
Australia
James
The price is AED 677
AED 744 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
A house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

16. BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Helensvale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (821 reviews)
"Great amenities. Delicious pizza!"
Australia
Burcu
The price is AED 609
AED 609 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
A two-story house with a covered patio, a small lawn, and a car parked outside.

17. Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens

Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens
4.5 star property
Robertson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (549 reviews)
"new bathroom fitout. We stayed in KB + SB, very spacious. Lack bedside table and separate bedheadb lights."
Australia
Virginia
The price is AED 395
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens
A well-lit outdoor area with a covered seating area, steps leading to a building, and neatly trimmed hedges.

18. The Glen Hotel & Suites

The Glen Hotel & Suites
4.5 star property
Eight Mile Plains
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (810 reviews)
"Very good accomodation and highly recommend"
Australia
Vinay
The price is AED 547
AED 602 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Glen Hotel & Suites
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent sign, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Hotel Diana Woolloongabba

Hotel Diana Woolloongabba
4.5 star property
Woolloongabba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely staff, room was clean and had everything you need."
Australia
Andre
The price is AED 403
AED 443 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Diana Woolloongabba
A hotel with a pool, golf course, and city skyline in the background.

20. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Benowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay, already wanting to go back."
Australia
Andre
The price is AED 493
AED 550 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
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Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in Northern Australia cost?
Expect to pay between AED 335 and AED 1,165 per night for a houseboat in Northern Australia. Whatever your budget and wherever you want to set sail, these floating escapes guarantee a vacation with a difference. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many houseboats are there in Northern Australia?
If you are ready to take your next vacation to the water, there are 2 houseboats to choose from in Northern Australia. Perfect for the adventurous traveler who loves to try new things, these stays will win over even the biggest landlubber!
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