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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Mooloolaba Esplanade

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Standard Queen & Single | Balcony
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views
Exterior
Marina
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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136 Pt Cartwright Drive, Kawana Waters, Buddina, QLD, 4575
  • Place, Kawana Shoppingworld
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawana Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Buddina Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen & Single | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen & Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen And Single

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

About the neighborhood

Sunshine Coast

Buddina stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Buddina motel, you'll find Kawana Shoppingworld and Kawana Beach. Buddina Beach and Warana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kawana Shoppingworld - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kawana Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Buddina Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Warana Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mooloolah River National Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 19 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Urban Lamb - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - Kawana Waters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Green Zebra - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

3.5-star motel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers its guests a marina and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Sunshine Coast motel.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Sunshine Coast motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
After-hours check-in should be done in the hotel's game room; available until 3 AM, Monday through Saturday, and until midnight on Sundays.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

The guestrooms and property amenities at this hotel are not accessible to wheelchairs at this time.

We should mention

  • This motel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Kawana
Kawana Waters Buddina
Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
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Nightcap Kawana Waters Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters
Nightcap Kawana Waters Budna
Nightcap At Kawana Waters
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel Buddina

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel to the airport?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is 10 mi (12-min drive) away from the Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

As of Nov 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from $87.49, excluding 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 Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel.

How close is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel to the beach?

This motel is a short 14-minute walk from Kawana Beach and 3.3 mi (11-min drive) from Mooloolaba Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offer free breakfast?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a pool?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a restaurant?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is home to Kawana Waters Bistro, which features local cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel to downtown Sunshine Coast?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is 5.2 mi away from Sunshine Coast.

Reviews

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 298 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, big room with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient and it’s great to have the pub next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10% discount on meals, two free drinks at bar, parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel with pub and restaurant

Restaurant with view over marina. No microwave in room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the convenience of late check-in and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, had a late check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome friendly helpful staff, clean room and facilities in a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice to stay there. Our room was very nice and we had a meal in the pub it was very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we pulled in and checked in it was great. Service, cleanliness all amenities that surrounds the accommodation. Perfect spot for everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with family
Close to ammenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Traveled with partner
Loved the room & area was great it has everything you need close by room service & food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Requested later checkout and they said no problem only to be denied another night for checking out too late.. maybe just a miscommunication but either way won't stay again.. however Kawana waters hotel (the pub and restaurant) which is adjacent is amazing and I'd highly recommend for sure
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
as i was not used to hotels, i found it lacking crockery, toester, and microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dedicated parking so can be difficult at busy times due to carpark being shared with adjacent retail. Convenient with our without a car. Major shopping centre nearby with cinemas and a ferry service to Sea Life
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025