Top 10 Hotels in Northern Australia (from $65) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A fenced outdoor area with palm trees and a building in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a planter box containing flowers and a wicker chair.

A motel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a patio area.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a view of the street.

1. Caboolture Central Motor Inn

Caboolture

Ursula

$130 nightly

$143 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a concrete deck. There are potted plants and a barbecue grill in the background.

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

A neatly made bed with a patterned pillow, a white wall, and a painting above it.

A bed with a straw hat and a blanket, a microwave, and a painting on the wall.

2. Caboolture Gateway Motel

Caboolture

Joanne

$125 nightly

$137 total

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious atrium with a high ceiling, multiple levels, and a central open area with seating and plants.

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and shaded areas with umbrellas.

An aerial view of a beach with a clear gradient from white sand to turquoise water, surrounded by dense forest.

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and large windows allowing natural light.

3. Kingfisher Bay Resort

K'gari (Fraser Island)

Bruce

$157 nightly

$173 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and digital screens displaying the hotel name.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and chairs.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, each with a covered serving dish and utensils.

4. Novotel Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport

Tracey

$190 nightly

$209 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel room with a marble bathroom vanity, a bed with striped bedding, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A modern room with a curved red sofa, a large window with a view of the sea, a wooden floor, and a minimalist bathroom.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a red sofa, a round bathtub, and a wooden partition.

5. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

Mooloolaba

Adrian

$266 nightly

$293 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a glass wall displaying artwork.

A room with a large window, two patterned chairs, a small round table, and two glasses of white wine.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a glass railing, and a view of trees.

A modern building with a "CONFERENCE CENTER" sign, featuring a spacious entrance and a covered area with columns.

6. Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites

Alexandra Hills

David

$129 nightly

$142 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining area, and kitchen.

A modern hotel building with a geometric facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent sign.

A modern building entrance with a stone facade, a sign reading "MONKOMO OAKS," and a covered outdoor area with plants and a water feature.

7. Oaks Redcliffe Mon Komo Suites

Redcliffe

Donna

$158 nightly

$174 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with large windows, black chairs, and potted plants.

A rooftop pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a city view.

A rooftop terrace with tables set for dining, a large potted plant, and a city skyline view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sofa, and a balcony with a city view.

8. Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane

Woolloongabba

Blake

$105 nightly

$117 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

A modern living room with wicker furniture, a white coffee table, and large windows with a view of palm trees.

A spa area with a hot tub surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the sea and mountains.

9. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsundays

Hillary

$299 nightly

$329 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar area in the background, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A modern hotel with a flat roof and a large glass facade.

Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp between them, and a wooden headboard.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, water bottles, and a presentation screen.

10. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

Brisbane Airport

William

$183 nightly

$202 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A covered patio with a round table, two chairs, and a magazine.

A glass-top table with wicker chairs on a deck with a view of a lake and docked boats.

A waterfront property with multiple buildings, including a prominent house with a green roof and a balcony.

A pool area with a glass enclosure, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden pergola.

11. Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Twin Waters

Mark

$165 nightly

$182 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a desert landscape.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a kettle on the counter.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful pillows, a small side table with a book, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

12. Emu Walk Apartments

Yulara

Alvaro

$272 nightly

$299 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bar area with marble countertops, a glass display case, and a seating area with round tables.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, mirrors, and a television.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa with cushions, a small round table with a vase and bottle, and a painting on the wall.

13. Adina Chermside Brisbane

Chermside

William

$146 nightly

$161 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering natural light.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a blue accent wall.

A pool area with a stone wall, a lounge with tables and chairs, and a building with multiple windows.

14. Hotel Diana Woolloongabba

Woolloongabba

Chez-rose

$104 nightly

$115 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A two-story building with a balcony, a fountain, and a well-maintained garden.

A landscaped garden with a central paved walkway, surrounded by green lawns and dark mulch beds.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden wardrobe, a glass-fronted cabinet, and a green carpeted floor.

A balcony with a view of a well-manicured garden featuring geometric hedges and a central fountain.

15. Denison Boutique Hotel

Rockhampton City

April

$90 nightly

$99 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, two black sofas with patterned cushions, a large white lamp, and a glass entrance with a view of the outside.

A sign with the text "THE COLMSLIE" on a wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

16. The Colmslie Hotel

Morningside

Kirk

$142 nightly

$157 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring wooden tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a green plant wall.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, two leather chairs, a coffee table with a bowl of fruits, a staircase, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a single chair. There is a bed visible through an open door, and the room has a neutral color scheme with framed pictures on the wall.

A modern building with a swimming pool, large windows, and a sign that reads "GLEN".

17. The Glen Hotel & Suites

Eight Mile Plains

Matthew

$142 nightly

$156 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet with various food options, a patterned wall, and a potted plant.

A poolside chess set with a pool and palm trees in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of greenery.

18. Mercure Gold Coast Resort

Carrara

Mark

$97 nightly

$106 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A resort with multiple-story buildings, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a rocky island, and tropical vegetation.

A patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a garden with a waterfall and rocks.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling and large windows, a kitchen with a modern design, and a view of greenery outside.

19. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Craiglie

Keith John

$128 nightly

$142 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, hanging light fixtures, and bar stools.

A corner room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and buildings. There is a laptop, a bowl of fruit, and a small table with cushions.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a surfboard, and a potted plant.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a counter with various food items, shelves with bottles, and a decorative wall with animal illustrations.

20. QT Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise

Yvette

$152 nightly

$168 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

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A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and white architectural structures.

A modern building with a sign reading "AQUILO".

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar, white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, white dining table, and chairs, a large window, and a staircase with a brick wall.

Harbour Quays Apartments

Biggera Waters

"Clean and simple accomodation. Great value for money. Check in process very easy and close proximity to shopping and short drive to the beach"

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with a glass bottom, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area.

A coastal cityscape with a beachfront, high-rise buildings, and a clear blue sky.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and trees.

A neatly made bed with a straw hat, a book, and a small potted plant by a window with sheer curtains.

Rumba Beach Resort

Caloundra

"Beautiful apartment well set out great views a very nice stay"

Aparthotel

A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and tropical plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick pathway.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a grey armchair, and a coffee table. There are three framed artworks on the wall and a ceiling fan.

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Port Douglas

"Great location. Close to beach and shops."

Aparthotel

A multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A hotel entrance with a stone wall, indoor plants, and a well-lit pathway.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A modern resort building with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden.

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Port Douglas

"It was clean, tropical, well kept and close to everything."

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.

A swimming pool with a stone wall, wooden deck, and tropical plants.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.

Mirage Whitsundays

Cannonvale

"The resort was amazing, spacious accommodation and modern facilities. Staff were friendly. Great views from our apartment. Easy access to Airley Beach Centre and the shuttle bus was convenient. Highly recommend."

Aparthotel

A sign for a hotel with amenities including ocean views, a quiet location, full kitchens, fast internet, sky sport & movie channels, free beach towels & chairs, and a heated pool.

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern living room with white sofas, blue cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

By The Sea Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Property was well located, clean and had everything we needed. The front desk host was very friendly and helpful with recommendations, etc."

Aparthotel

A resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and palm trees.

A reception area with a sign for Silkari Lagoons, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A covered garden area with various tropical plants and a wooden deck.

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Clean room and friendly staff"

Aparthotel

A resort with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV on the left. There is a painting of a coastal scene on the right wall.

A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, a painting of a beach scene, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden table, and two white chairs.

Noosa Lakes Resort

Tewantin

"Nice place to stay"

Aparthotel

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and dining area with chairs.

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a swimming pool and palm trees.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

Sand Dunes Resort

Marcoola

"good location and easy parking"

Aparthotel

A wooden pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by palm trees and a building.

An aerial view of a beach with palm trees and a sandy shore.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a covered patio area.

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"Very spacious and quiet accommodation right on beachfront"

Aparthotel

A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a road.

A resort with multiple buildings, outdoor pools, and palm trees.

A spacious hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."

Apartment

A modern kitchen with a Bosch dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a kettle. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A multi-story hotel with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Sundancer Holiday Apartments

Sunshine Beach

"The check in with Nathalie was seamless. She was also very helpful with ideas for hikes, secluded beaches, shops, and restaurants, and public transportation. The apartment was very well appointed and spotless. Highly recommend if coming to the Sunshine Coast/Noosa Heads area!!"

Cabin

A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and white lounge chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with a black refrigerator, stainless steel appliances, and a window with a view of palm trees.

A single-story mobile home with a covered porch, a front entrance, and a paved driveway.

Brisbane Gateway Resort

Rochedale

"Great place to stay for family."

Apartment

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A beach with a wooden walkway, rocky outcrops, and a clear blue sky.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

Raintrees Resort

Moffat Beach

"Staff were really helpful, rooms were clean Pool was nice"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a round table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.

A rooftop pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by greenery and a parking lot.

Xanadu Main Beach Resort

Main Beach

"This was our second stay at Xanadu. We were very impressed by the Resort. The rooms were spacious, very clean and had a beautiful ocean view from the East Tower. We enjoyed the indoor heated pool and spa and there is an outdoor pool also. We made good use of the gymnasium which was well equipped. Tony & Grace, the Managers, and all of the reception staff were friendly and attentive to our needs. Our holiday went smoothly and we hope to be back again in the future."

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A coastal city with a long beach, high-rise buildings, and a river.

Surfers Paradise Beach

8.8/10 (4,993 reviews)

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

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Uluru

9.8/10 (72 reviews)

With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture.

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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A WB Kids' sign with a rabbit mascot, surrounded by trees and carnival rides.

Warner Bros. Movie World

8.4/10 (4,531 reviews)

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

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A bronze statue of a family with a crocodile, set against a backdrop of tropical foliage.

Australia Zoo

9.4/10 (514 reviews)

Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin.

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An outdoor café with tables and chairs under trees, surrounded by buildings.

Hastings Street

8.8/10 (3,842 reviews)

Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.

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Suncorp Stadium

8.8/10 (2,110 reviews)

Catch an event at Suncorp Stadium during your trip to Brisbane. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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XXXX Brewery

8.0/10 (2,002 reviews)

XXXX Brewery is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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More cheap stays in Northern Australia

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD

$58 nightly

$65 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (792 reviews)

Ascot Budget Inn & Residences

143 Nudgee Road Ascot QLD

$72 nightly

$81 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

K2 Brisbane

17 Gregory Terrace Spring Hill QLD

$75 nightly

$82 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Imperial Motel Windsor

159 Lutwyche Rd Windsor QLD

$75 nightly

$83 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

6 Beach Road Surfers Paradise QLD

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8.4/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)

Breeze Lodge - Hostel

635 Main Street Kangaroo Point QLD

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8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)

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Our top choices for Northern Australia hotels

1. Caboolture Central Motor Inn

2. Caboolture Gateway Motel

3. Kingfisher Bay Resort

4. Novotel Brisbane Airport

5. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

6. Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites

7. Oaks Redcliffe Mon Komo Suites

8. Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane

9. Whitsunday Apartments

10. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

11. Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

12. Emu Walk Apartments

13. Adina Chermside Brisbane

14. Hotel Diana Woolloongabba

15. Denison Boutique Hotel

16. The Colmslie Hotel

17. The Glen Hotel & Suites

18. Mercure Gold Coast Resort

19. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

20. QT Gold Coast

Vacation Rentals in Northern Australia

Harbour Quays Apartments

Rumba Beach Resort

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Mirage Whitsundays

By The Sea Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Noosa Lakes Resort

Sand Dunes Resort

Coral Sands Resort

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sundancer Holiday Apartments

Brisbane Gateway Resort

Raintrees Resort

Xanadu Main Beach Resort

Stay near popular Northern Australia attractions

Surfers Paradise Beach

Uluru

Cairns Esplanade

Warner Bros. Movie World

Australia Zoo

Hastings Street

Suncorp Stadium

XXXX Brewery

Learn more about Northern Australia

Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

More cheap stays in Northern Australia

Magnums Airlie Beach

Ascot Budget Inn & Residences

K2 Brisbane

Imperial Motel Windsor

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

Breeze Lodge - Hostel

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