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A couple relaxing on a wicker lounge chair facing a beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

1. Freedom Shores

16.7 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Amy

NT$5,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

11.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Steven

NT$4,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A poolside area with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

3. Magnums Airlie Beach

11.5 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Barbara

NT$2,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.

4. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

10.9 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Michael

NT$3,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A beach with clear water, boats, and distant hills.

5. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

10.3 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Julie

NT$2,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hot tub with candles, a bottle of champagne, and glasses on a wooden deck with a scenic view of a forested hill.

6. Seclude Rainforest Retreat

17.9 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Ben

NT$8,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

7. Mantra Club Croc

13 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Jacki

NT$4,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

8. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

13.1 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Sandra

NT$2,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear blue sky.

9. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

12 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Denise

NT$4,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a water slide.

10. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

15.5 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Wendy

NT$4,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

11. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

9.5 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Sean

NT$2,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A pathway lined with palm trees leading to a building with a door and a chair outside.

12. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

12.9 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Brett

NT$1,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and blue umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

13. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

15.3 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Stephen

NT$2,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a pier, and multiple boats in the water.

14. Coral Sea Resort

11.8 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Ernest

NT$9,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A pool area with a view of the sea and boats, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

15. Mirage Whitsundays

13 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Nick

NT$13,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A balcony with a table and chairs, a hot tub, and a view of the sea and mountains.

16. at Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments

10.9 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Andrew

NT$5,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area.

17. Whitsunday On The Beach

11.6 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Lisa

NT$4,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, ceiling fans, and a view of greenery.

18. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

9.4 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Michael

NT$2,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.

19. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

7.7 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Declan

NT$2,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A waterfront hotel with a sign reading "The Boathouse."

20. The Boathouse Apartments

11 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Chris

NT$12,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Sandy Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Freedom Shores	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 269 reviews	View
Airlie Beach Hotel	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Magnums Airlie Beach	2.0 star property	8.4 Very good 805 reviews	View
Colonial Palms Motor Inn	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 398 reviews	View

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Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa

6.8/10 (74 reviews)

You can take time to visit Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa during your travels to Daydream Island. Discover the beautiful coral reefs and spas in this relaxing area.

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Top Sandy Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

A balcony with two white chairs, a glass-top table, and decorative shells.

Ocean Views 49

Airlie Beach

8/10 Good

Michael

Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

The Boathouse Apartments

Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

Virgilio

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Jubilee Pocket

10/10 Excellent

Maree

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

Daydream Island Resort

Whitsundays

10/10 Excellent

Richard and Rosa

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful time staying at Airlie Beach hotel. The staff was super friendly and booked the reef snorkeling tours for us and offered discounts as well. It's right in the middle of the most happening part of the town, with excellent dining options and across from the beach. I want to especially thank Ms.Sandy who accommodated our last min change in plans for an earlier checkout and she found a way to refund us the last day's charge even though it was very last minute. Would highly...

Maya

A resort pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.

The Sundays

Whitsundays

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

Flametree

8/10 Good

Marc Højland

Mirage Whitsundays

Cannonvale

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Freedom Shores

Woodwark

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Jubilee Pocket

10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

This is a nice place with great hosts providing good service and authentic smiles. It's a local business that gives you a certain feeling... it's something of the comfort and coziness you have when staying with friends. On the practical side: the rooms are large, nice and include all necessary amenities. The place is located at a 10 minutes walk from the city, and 5 minutes walk from the Greyhound bus terminal./ Port of Airlie. For dinner, we recommend you to try their restaurant. The food...

Misha

Seclude Rainforest Retreat

Palm Grove

10/10 Excellent

My husband and I absolutely loved this place. In the middle of a long trip around Australia to meet all his friends and family (I’m American) we stayed here as a break and chance to rejuvenate. The Acacia Villa is gorgeous, feels brand new, and has everything you’d need for a long weekend trip. We loved the gorgeous view, watching the birds, and relaxing in the outdoor bath. We brought most of our own food to cook, but did get one of the baskets delivered to us, which was fun and yummy. I only...

Anonymous traveler

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

Cannonvale

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

Whitsunday On The Beach

Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

Cannonvale

10/10 Excellent

Great little hideaway. It's in a busy holiday park, but the Villa Bali where we stayed was great. Note, it's a spiral staircase to the upper floor. If you have mobility issues, this might not be the best fit. We didn't want to lug our suitcases up there, so they stayed on the ground floor. Not the best for manuvering, but it worked. The staff was great and the park was quiet after 10pm. Convient to the Marina 20 minute walk. You have to cross a busy road to get to the water, buts doable....

patricia

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Sandy Bay Beach?

Sandy Bay Beach is located in Whitsundays. You'll find 29 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Sandy Bay Beach?

Daydream Island Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a marina and 3 outdoor pools. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Sandy Bay Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Coral Point Lodge and Baybliss Studio 2.

How many hotels will I find close to Sandy Bay Beach?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sandy Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sandy Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Sandy Bay Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sandy Bay Beach?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Sandy Bay Beach, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sandy Bay Beach?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Molle Islands National Park and Conway Conservation Park. Dip your toes in the water at Palm Bay Beach, Daydream Beach, and Lovers Cove. Surround yourself with nature at Daydream Island Living Reef, Pelican Island, and Daydream Reef.

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Our top choices for Sandy Bay Beach hotels

1. Freedom Shores

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

3. Magnums Airlie Beach

4. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

5. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

6. Seclude Rainforest Retreat

7. Mantra Club Croc

8. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

9. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

10. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

11. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

12. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

13. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

14. Coral Sea Resort

15. Mirage Whitsundays

16. at Boathaven Bay Holiday Apartments

17. Whitsunday On The Beach

18. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

19. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

20. The Boathouse Apartments

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Other attractions near Sandy Bay Beach

Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa

Top Sandy Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Views 49

8/10 Good

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Sandy Bay Beach?

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How many hotels will I find close to Sandy Bay Beach?

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sandy Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sandy Bay Beach?

What can I see and do near Sandy Bay Beach?