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Our top choices for Whitsundays 3-star hotels

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and patterned chairs.
A coastal view with numerous sailboats on turquoise waters, palm trees, and a distant mountain.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.

1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
United States
Sandra
€135
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and decorative wall art.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view of greenery.
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.

2. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Airlie Beach
Australia
Michael
€133
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
A infinity pool with a clear view of the sea and boats, a pink building, and a blue-tiled deck.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, beige sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A living room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

3. Martinique Whitsunday

Martinique Whitsunday
Airlie Beach
Australia
Douglas
Martinique Whitsunday
A beach scene with trees and a sign on the sand.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a large window, and hanging wicker lamps.
A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a brick border.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
Queens Beach
Australia
biplav
€86
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
A corridor with palm plants and a door.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by tall palm trees.
A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

5. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
Jubilee Pocket
Australia
Sean
€79
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
A beach with clear water, boats, and distant hills.
A hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A rectangular swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

6. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
Jubilee Pocket
Australia
Julie
€84
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a white coffee table, and a large TV on the wall.
A pool area with a view of the sea, palm trees, and a building with a blue roof.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass dining table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A beach with a palm tree, calm water, and boats in the distance.

7. Whitsunday Terraces Hotel Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Terraces Hotel Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
Australia
John Henry
€232
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Whitsunday Terraces Hotel Airlie Beach
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area.
A building with a sign for 'Whitsunday On The Beach' and 'Holiday Units & Tour Bookings'. There is a 'VACANCY' sign, a 'Shute Harbour Road' sign, and a 'LinksLiving' sign.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, clear blue waters, and a forested island.
A pool area with a bridge, surrounded by trees and a fence.

8. Whitsunday On The Beach

Whitsunday On The Beach
Airlie Beach
Australia
Callie
€110
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Whitsunday On The Beach
A covered outdoor area with a pool, chairs, and a view of a body of water and distant landscape.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of a body of water, and greenery.
A pathway leading to a building with a view of the sea and mountains. There is a sign indicating the building is for apartments.
A marina with boats, a clear sky, and mountains in the background.

9. Airlie Apartments

Airlie Apartments
Airlie Beach
United States
Jason
Airlie Apartments
A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.
A modern wooden building with a covered porch and a car parked outside.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with white chairs.

10. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park
Flametree
Australia
Declan
€51
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park
An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and blue umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.
A Harry Brown Wine, Beer & Spirits store with a modern design, featuring a clear entrance and a signboard.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and a stone-tiled floor.

11. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
Cannonvale
Australia
Stephen
€80
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central glass facade, and a landscaped entrance area.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A living room with wicker furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small kitchenette, and a chair.

12. at Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments

at Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments
Airlie Beach
United States
Ruben
€171
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
at Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area.
A swimming pool with a view of the sea and boats. There are lounge chairs and a sign indicating the pool's depth.
A marina with boats docked, a sunset in the background, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

13. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
Airlie Beach
Canada
Denise
€129
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
A beach with palm trees and a view of the water.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with black wicker chairs and tables.
A modern building with a unique geometric roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A restaurant with a view of a marina. Tables are set with menus and glasses.

14. Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
Whitsundays
Australia
David
€335
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Palm Bungalows
A waterfront hotel with a sign reading "The Boathouse."
A balcony with a glass railing, a ceiling fan, and a view of a pool and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a garden area with palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

15. The Boathouse Apartments

The Boathouse Apartments
Airlie Beach
Australia
Mahmoud
€289
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Boathouse Apartments
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, ceiling fans, and a view of greenery.
A water park with slides, a pool, and lounge chairs.
A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden dining table, and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a large island with stools, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

16. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
Jubilee Pocket
Australia
Michael
€81
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
Beach
Exterior
Restaurant
Outdoor pool

17. Port Denison Motor Inn

Port Denison Motor Inn
Bowen
Australia
Gloria
Port Denison Motor Inn
Outdoor dining
Room
Sports facility
Outdoor pool

18. Bluewater Harbour Motel

Bluewater Harbour Motel
Bowen
Australia
Sharifun
Bluewater Harbour Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen with a bar, and a TV displaying a scenic view.
A swimming pool with a view of a lake and hills, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, wall-mounted air conditioner, ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a clock on the wall.

19. Coral Sea Vista Apartments

Coral Sea Vista Apartments
Airlie Beach
Australia
Michael
Coral Sea Vista Apartments
A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden headboard, and a window with curtains. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small wooden nightstand.
A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fenced area with a building in the background.
A wooden deck with metal railings, a tree, and a building in the background.

20. Ocean Breeze Units

Ocean Breeze Units
Queens Beach
Australia
Stacey
€69
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Ocean Breeze Units
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Top Whitsundays Hotel Reviews

Martinique Whitsunday

Martinique Whitsunday

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing hotel - lovely room, incredible sea view and stunning pool with scenic views. Great location but prepare to hike up a steep hill after wondering around Airlie Beach - but it’s worth it!"
Jordan 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Martinique Whitsunday
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

8/10 Good
"Car parking bit tight, and not near the rooms. if your a bit elderly I would imagine getting up the steep hill to the rooms may be a bit of a mission. All and all was a lovely stay and rooms were comfortable."
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Whitsundays?
If you're travelling to Airlie Beach for your Whitsundays getaway, you'll find some convenient 3-star hotels. Many travellers select Whitsunday Terraces Hotel Airlie Beach. Around 0.80 kilometres northeast of the downtown area, it features a garden and pool sun loungers. Another recommended option is Ocean Views 14A. Settle in here and use a swimming pool and a furnished balcony, and be around 0.80 kilometres northeast of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Whitsundays?
Book a room at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and tidy rooms and amenities such as free WiFi, fitness equipment and tea and coffee facilities. These lodgings may also offer an on-site restaurant and bar. Elevate your Whitsundays break by reserving a 4-star hotel. With things like a spa and wellness centre, round-the-clock room service and upscale bathroom products, you'll experience a higher level of relaxation and comfort.

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