At a glance: 3-star · Since 1901 · 28 rooms
Near: Boathaven Beach · 9 min walk
Guests love: Service · Pool
What guests say about…
K Humphries
Leslie McCabe
Response from the property
Thank you for your wonderful review Leslie! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, from the friendly service and exceptional breakfast to the clean, comfortable room and beautiful views. It means a lot to us that you continue to choose to stay with us when visiting Airlie Beach, and we're honored to be your accommodation of choice. We truly appreciate your loyalty and look forward to welcoming you back again for another fantastic stay in the near future! 😃👍 CPMI Team
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Jean-Philippe Devos
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Paul Greenwood
David Burgess
Sue Whaitiri
Response from the property
Hi Sue, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. I did pass this on to our maintenance team when you mentioned upon checking out, so thank you! We hope to welcome you back. CPMI Team
The Palms Restaurant at the hotel serves Modern Australian meals like lamb shanks, Tasmanian eye fillet steak, and local fish, with vegetarian options and kids meals. The bar offers spirits, wines, and soft drinks. Nearby, Eastwoods Dining & Bar, La Tabella Italian, Coral Sea Pavilion, Mika Airlie Kitchen & Bar, Anchor Bar, Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill, The Deck Airlie Beach, Sidewalk Cafe, Whisper Restaurant And Gin Bar, and Laguna Beach Kitchen & Bar are all within easy reach. Boathaven Beach is a 9-minute walk away, so you can stroll there after a meal.
The area around Colonial Palms Motor Inn is a short walk from Airlie Beach's main strip, with Boathaven Beach just 9 minutes away on foot. The town centre is compact and pedestrian-friendly, so you can easily reach shops, restaurants, and the waterfront. Wings Sailing Charters and Viper Whitsunday are both a 20-minute walk, handy for day trips. The hotel's own restaurant and bar offer Australian meals and drinks on site. For exploring further, the local bus stops out front, and taxis are available. It's a convenient spot to base yourself for the Whitsundays.
From Whitsunday Coast Airport at Proserpine, pre-book a bus transfer to the hotel, or take a taxi. If you fly into Hamilton Island Airport, take the ferry to the Port of Airlie, which is directly opposite the hotel; from there it is a 10-minute walk or a short taxi ride. The Greyhound and Premier bus terminal is also at the Port of Airlie, again 10 minutes away on foot. The hotel is on the corner of Shute Harbour Road and Hermitage Drive, just off the Bruce Highway after Proserpine.
In the evening, you can dine at the hotel's own restaurant and bar, The Palms, which serves Australian contemporary meals and drinks. For a change of scene, nearby options include Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill, The Deck Airlie Beach, and Whisper Restaurant And Gin Bar, all within easy reach. Boathaven Beach is a 9-minute walk away, a pleasant spot for a stroll after dinner. The main street and marina area are also walkable, where you can find more bars and restaurants. If you're up for a tour, some evening activities like the Airlie Beach Jet Boat Thrill Ride may be available.
Colonial Palms Motor Inn is a great base for exploring Airlie Beach. Boathaven Beach is a 9-minute walk away, and Wings Sailing Charters Whitsundays and Viper Whitsunday are each a 20-minute walk, so you can easily reach the water and tour departures on foot. For trips further out, Island Connections Whitsundays is 6.7 km away, Cedar Creek Falls is 14.9 km, and Whitsunday Islands National Park is 27.9 km, so you will want a car or a tour for those. The town centre is compact and walkable, and the local bus stops right out front for getting around. With the marina and main strip close by, you can head out for day trips and come back to a relaxed spot.
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