At Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments
4.0-star · 440 Shute Harbour Rd Airlie Beach
4.2(1,352 Google reviews)
4.0-star · 440 Shute Harbour Rd Airlie Beach
4.2(1,352 Google reviews)
At a glance: 4-star · Since 2000 · Renovated 2013 · 31 rooms
Near: Boathaven Beach · 8 min walk
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The hotel has its own restaurant and bar, so you can start there. For more options, Airlie Beach's main street is about a 10-minute walk away, where you'll find places like La Tabella Italian, Joa Sushi, Little Vegas, and The Deck. The waterfront also has Whitsunday Seafood Bar and Eastwoods Dining. You can walk along Shute Harbour Road to reach these spots, or take a short taxi ride if you prefer.
The hotel sits on Shute Harbour Road, a short 8-minute walk from Boathaven Beach and about 5 minutes from the Port of Airlie. The town centre, with its lagoon, shops, and dining, is roughly 300 to 700 metres away, so most daily needs are within easy walking distance. The area is flat and pedestrian-friendly, with the Coral Sea nearby and the Whitsunday Islands visible in the distance. You are also close to tour departure points for sailing and reef trips, and the local bus runs along Shute Harbour Road. The hotel itself has a bar and restaurant, and nearby you will find places like The Doctors Airlie Beach and a NightOwl convenience store.
From Whitsunday Coast Airport at Proserpine, about 30 minutes away, you can take a taxi, ride-hailing service, or pre-book a shuttle transfer. The hotel also offers airport transfers, which you can arrange in advance. If you arrive by train at Proserpine station, the same options apply, and the local Whitsunday Transit bus runs along Shute Harbour Road. The hotel is at 440 Shute Harbour Road, a short walk from the town centre and Boathaven Beach.
In the evening, you can walk 8 minutes to Boathaven Beach for a quiet stroll along the shore. The hotel's own bar and restaurant are right on site for a relaxed dinner or drink. Airlie Beach town centre, about 300 metres away, has dining options like La Tabella Italian, Joa Sushi, and Whitsunday Seafood Bar along Shute Harbour Road. The famous lagoon and nearby cafes are also within a short walk. For a livelier night, the main street's bars and restaurants are close by, and taxis are available if you want to venture further. The Coral Sea Marina, about 5 minutes on foot, is a pleasant spot for an evening walk.
Yes, At Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments is a great base for exploring Airlie Beach. Boathaven Beach is just an 8-minute walk away, and the town centre, with its restaurants and lagoon, is about 300 metres from the hotel. For day trips, Wings Sailing Charters Whitsundays and Viper Whitsunday are an 18-minute walk, while Island Connections Whitsundays is 6.9 km away. Cedar Creek Falls is 15.0 km and Whitsunday Islands National Park is 28.0 km, so those are best reached by car or tour. The hotel's own bar and restaurant are handy for meals before heading out.
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