Cardwell

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Hinchinbrook Island is one of the world's most diversely beautiful wilderness areas.This island lying off the Cardwell coast in North Queensland Australia, is Australia's largest island National Park.
Hinchinbrook Island is one of the world's most diversely beautiful wilderness areas.This island lying off the Cardwell coast in North Queensland Australia, is Australia's largest island National Park.
Panoramic view of Cardwell located in Far North Queensland Australia opposite Hinchinbrook Island.
panorama of beautiful, idyllic tropical beach in cardwell, sandy beach with the view of mighty mountains in hinchinbrook island; north queensland, australia
Cardwell North Queensland Australia along the esplanade

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Cardwell at the Beach

Cardwell at the Beach

3 out of 5
215 Victoria St Cardwell QLD
Stay at this motel in Cardwell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cardwell Country Club and Girringun National Park are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (250 reviews)
The room was not clean, there was still used soap in the shower, the bin was absolutely filthy on the outside. Needed to use the freezer in the fridge, but not able to use due to being completely iced up.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

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Cardwell at the Beach
Cardwell Beachfront Motel

Cardwell Beachfront Motel

3 out of 5
1 Scott Street Cardwell QLD
$93 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$102 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Cardwell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews)
The room was very clean, the bed was comfortable, the view was stunning!

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Cardwell Beachfront Motel
Nightcap at Marine Hotel

Nightcap at Marine Hotel

3 out of 5
59 Victoria St Cardwell QLD
$91 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$101 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardwell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Cardwell Bush Telegraph and Girringun National Park are ...
Nightcap at Marine Hotel
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Cardwell by the Sea by Tiny Away

Cardwell by the Sea by Tiny Away

Cardwell Queensland
Stay at this vacation home in Cardwell. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cardwell Country Club and Girringun National Park are located ...
Cardwell by the Sea by Tiny Away
HARBOURSIDE LUXURY AT PORT HINCHINBROOK

HARBOURSIDE LUXURY AT PORT HINCHINBROOK

Cardwell QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Cardwell. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historic Cardwell Post ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
House was beautiful, great with all the bedrooms. It has everything you require for your stay. Only disappointment. was too cool to use the lovely pool.

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

HARBOURSIDE LUXURY AT PORT HINCHINBROOK
The Hinchinbrook Retreat

The Hinchinbrook Retreat

Cardwell QLD
Stay at this vacation home in Cardwell. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station and ...
The Hinchinbrook Retreat
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Popular places to visit

Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre

After visiting Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardwell. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's coral reefs.

Rainforest and Reef Visitor Information Centre

Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station

You can find out about the history of Cardwell when you stop by Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station. Wander the marina and rainforest while you're in the area.

Historic Cardwell Post Office & Telegraph Station

Girringun National Park

You can find out about the history of Cardwell with a trip to Girringun National Park. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's coral reefs.

Girringun National Park

Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre during your trip to Cardwell. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's coral reefs.

Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre

Cardwell Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Cardwell at Cardwell Country Club. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's coral reefs.

Cardwell Country Club

Cardwell Bush Telegraph

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cardwell Bush Telegraph during your trip to Cardwell. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's coral reefs.

Cardwell Bush Telegraph

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I stopped here on my way south and again on my way back because I liked the location so much!

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