Kawana
Rockhampton
Popular places to visit
Capricorn Caves
Weave your way around a fascinating complex of caves, where you’ll find an eerie cathedral, a rock-climbing course and wildlife amid the geological wonders.
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Gaze in awe at towering fig trees or find tranquility amid the ferns in this heritage-listed garden, which also features a zoo that showcases native and exotic wildlife.
Rockhampton Heritage Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rockhampton Heritage Village during your travels in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Kershaw Gardens
Find out about the history of Rockhampton when you take a trip to Kershaw Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your trip to Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mt Archer
You can find out about the history of Rockhampton with a trip to Mt Archer. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Kawana Hotel Deals
Centrepoint Motor Inn
Room ok
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Empire Apartment Hotel
Spacious room, great location, good shower, safe underground parking.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
The room was really great, receptionist who checked me in was bubbly, enjoying her job ,made for a great stay
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Park Avenue Hotel Motel
Room was spacious and clean, bathroom was clean and fresh, staff were friendly, overall a good place to stay for a night after an exhausting day of travelling
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Great staff, very clean and quiet. A great place to stay. A nice pool too. Our second visit and it was great!!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
very helpful
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kawana
Park Avenue
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Park Avenue. You might want to make time for a stop at Kershaw Gardens or Stockland Shopping Centre.
Wandal
If you're spending some time in Wandal, Rockhampton Showgrounds and 2nd World War Memorial Aquatic Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Berserker
You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Berserker. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Mt Archer.
Norman Gardens
Unique features of Norman Gardens include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Mount Archer National Park or Zamia Walk Trailhead while you're exploring the area.
Parkhurst
Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
Rockhampton City
If you're spending some time in Rockhampton City, Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum are top sights worth seeing.