Margaret River

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From touring vineyards and wineries to relaxing on some of the best beaches in Western Australia’s southwest, this town offers a variety of exciting pursuits.

Wineries, beaches, forests and gourmet food and drink are some of Margaret River's biggest attractions. Situated in the eponymous wine region, this small town is surrounded by picturesque splendour. Go for countryside walks, relax on a beach and sample premium wines in the places where they are made.

Begin your visit with a walk down the town’s long main street, which is lined with cafés, boutiques, galleries and curiosity shops. On Saturday mornings, stock up on fresh produce from the farmers market.

Stop by the Margaret River Gallery to see the work of emerging local and national artists. Extend your wanderings further, by taking a stroll along tracks that run by the river and through the nearby forest.

Make time to visit a few of the area’s other natural attractions. Just 20 minutes outside of Margaret River are Lake Cave and Mammoth CaveOpens in a new window, large subterranean spaces that are part of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. View spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations.

Head out to one of the beaches near the town for sunbathing and watersports. There are several good surfing spots in the vicinity, including Surfer's Point in Prevelly, about a 10-minute drive from Margaret River.

When you want to try some of the wines that the Margaret River Wine RegionOpens in a new window is so famous for, you’ll find many within easy reach of the town. These include the Voyager Estate Winery, Leeuwin Estate and Xanadu WineryOpens in a new window. Go to cellar door tasting sessions, learn how the wines are made and stay for something to eat in the wineries’ restaurants. The centre of Margaret River also offers a number of good dining spots.

Reach the town and its wineries and natural attractions by flying into the international airport at PerthOpens in a new window. From there, you can drive to Margaret River in about 3 hours. Alternatively, arrive by taxi, bus, coach or airport shuttle.

Margarets in Town Apartments

Margarets in Town Apartments

3.5 out of 5
6 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River, WA
Fully refundable
$105 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$116 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice place to stay
"Lovely comfortable stay in a great location"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Margarets in Town Apartments
Grande Escape Resort

Grande Escape Resort

4 out of 5
78 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA
$102 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$113 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (793 reviews)
"The rooms were lovely and the staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Grande Escape Resort
Margaret River Tourist Park

Margaret River Tourist Park

4 out of 5
44 Station Road, Margaret River, WA
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (545 reviews)
"Fully equipped for cooking etc"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Margaret River Tourist Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Riverview Tourist Park

Riverview Tourist Park

2 out of 5
8 Willmott Ave, Margaret River, WA
Stay at this campground in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Jahroc Galleries and Margaret River Farmers Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
Good choice
"All good. Lovely area by the river with a walking trail"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Riverview Tourist Park
 
The country cottage 

Close to town. 
Family friendly and pet friendly.

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.

Margaret River
Stay at this cottage in Margaret River. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Gloucester Park and Jahroc Galleries are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"We had such a great time at this quiet home in the beautiful Margaret River. It is set on a huge block with kangaroos everywhere which our girls loved. I loved the open fire, and the lovely bottle red left by the hosts. Thankyou so much Emily! If we find ourselves back in the Margaret we would love ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.

Margaret River
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"Great communications and very helpful owner, easy access, handy location to all the things we were in Margaret River to do. Would stay with again."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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