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Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Colonial Palms Motor Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant features al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Poolside King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

Queen Room with Balcony and Bayview

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

Queen Room with Single and Balcony and Bayview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

Queen Apartment with Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Airlie Beach, Colonial Palms Motor Inn is in the city center and near the beach. Port of Airlie and Coral Sea Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Conway National Park and Conway Conservation Park. With kayaking, snorkeling, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Airlie Beach travel guide
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2 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802

What's nearby

  • A marina with two sailboats docked, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
    Port of Airlie
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A sunny beachside market with people walking and stalls selling clothes.
    Airlie Beach Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large, clear swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a beach.
    Airlie Beach Lagoon
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A beach with turquoise water, white sandy shore, and houses with white roofs.
    Boathaven Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A marina with numerous sailboats docked at sunset.
    Coral Sea Marina
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station
    29 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Deck
    14 min walk
  • KC's Bar & Grill
    13 min walk
  • Fat Frog Cafe
    6 min drive
  • The Pub
    13 min walk
  • Whitsunday Seafood Bar
    13 min walk

About this property

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

  • Motel in the city center
  • Consider a stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant features al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in
    • A banquet hall, a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Colonial Palms Motor Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Palms Motor Inn on Sep 9, 2026 start from $140, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Colonial Palms Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Colonial Palms Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of Airlie Beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Port of Airlie and Heart Reef. Airlie Beach Market and Conway National Park are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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