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Colonial Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Port of Airlie

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A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with a distinctive white roof and a smaller structure with a curved roof. There are palm trees and a swimming pool visible.
One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, electric kettle
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802
  • Place, Port of Airlie
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Airlie Beach Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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
(19 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

About the neighborhood

Airlie Beach

City center stay.With a stay at this Airlie Beach motel, you'll be steps from Port of Airlie and within a 15-minute walk of Airlie Beach Market. Conway National Park and Boathaven Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Airlie Beach Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Boathaven Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Boost Juice - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Pub - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

3.5-star motel near Port of Airlie
As a guest of Colonial Palms Motor Inn, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and coworking spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Colonial Palms Motor Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Airlie Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Colonial Palms Motor Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Colonial Palms
Colonial Palms Motor
Colonial Palms Motor Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach/Whitsunday Islands
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel Airlie Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Colonial Palms Motor Inn to the airport?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn is 18.4 mi (240-min drive) away from the Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Palms Motor Inn on Aug 23, 2026 start from $143, 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.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Colonial Palms Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 13-minute walk from Boathaven Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Colonial Palms Motor Inn, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial Palms Motor Inn to downtown Airlie Beach?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn is 0.4 mi away from Airlie Beach.

Colonial Palms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 537 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are clean, staff were super friendly! The breakfast was absolutely fantastic Can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Close proximity to the ferry, small but enjoyable pool, good dinner (lovely lamb shank and a good red wine).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and perfect for Airlie Beach and the port.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and friendly. Lovely pools and garden, great food. We liked the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room /great staff/ located minutes away from the Cruise Whitsundays passenger port . Nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great motor lodge. Car parked right by the room on one side and on the other great views and pool. Restaurant excellent and staff really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location with view over the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, spacious rooms, good location with easy access to the port, the beach and lagoon as well as shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NICOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Even though room was a little dated it was comfortable and clean and provided everything we needed. Loved the view. Would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

HANH

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staffs were very nice, friendly, welcoming and helpful. My room was dirty with lots of insects, the toilet was dirty. Breakfast with no eggs and ham. 12-15 minutes walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Lovely staff, good breakfast, breakfast area & pool well laid out and clean. Room was clean but a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yong

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Need better clean room and bathroom. The bath towel needs to be well cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely place to stay for a few days ,the staff were very welcoming ,the pool was so nice ,would certainly go again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Meals in restaurant are sensational clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are tired BUT I’d stay here in a heartbeat as clean and that pool is just the best. I could have just stayed there all day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, restaurant was lovely to dine in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay i would definitely recommend this Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very nice pool and the breakfast that is included was plentiful and sufficient. I liked that there were croissants on offer, always makes me feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay outside of the hustle of Airlie but only a ten min walk to town.. lovely pool area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RUTH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot just outside town. Fantastic hosts, lovely pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!!

Very clean nice rooms, beds are comfy and the food in restaurant in sensational
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel with a fantastic restaurant. Just across road from ferry terminal for trips to Hamilton Island, and just a 10 minute walk to downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff at check in and the restaurant. Large clean rooms, comfy bed and good parking. Only a short walk to the Main Street and ferry terminal for Cruise Whitsundays. Nice lagoon pool to cool off in after a long drive!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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