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at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat

4.0 star property
Adults-only aparthotel with a nearby private beach and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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One Bedroom Suite with Balcony Spa | Private spa tub
One Bedroom Suite with Balcony Spa | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Sports facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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438 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802
  • Place, Port of Airlie
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Coral Sea Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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One Bedroom Suite with Balcony Spa | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

One Bedroom Suite with Balcony Spa

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

One Bedroom Two Bathroom Top Floor Jacuzzi Penthouse

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Top Floor Jacuzzi Penthouse

  • 2422 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Top Floor Jacuzzi Penthouse

  • 2691 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Airlie Beach

At Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat places you next to Port of Airlie and within a 15-minute walk of Boathaven Beach. This 4-star aparthotel has 6 guestrooms and offers a private beach, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Airlie Beach Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boathaven Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Coral Sea Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station - 24 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Marina - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boaty's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat

Adults-only aparthotel with a nearby private beach and an outdoor pool
Guests of at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for AUD 25 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this adults-only aparthotel include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Each apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels and a DVD player. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include a dryer, an espresso maker, and free international calls.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car rental
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Dryer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Health club (partner property) nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 6 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Built in 2006
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 25
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Whitsunday
Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat
Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Airlie Beach
Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Hotel
Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Hotel Airlie Beach
Whitsunday Retreat
Whitsunday Waterfront Retreat
At Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Airlie Beach/Whitsunday Islands
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Aparthotel
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Airlie Beach
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Aparthotel Airlie Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

At Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

This aparthotel is located in Airlie Beach, just steps from Port of Airlie. You'll also find Boathaven Beach and Airlie Beach Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this aparthotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat include a casino?

No, at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

At this adults-only aparthotel, there are many amenities for couples, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each apartment with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this aparthotel.

Does at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat though service animals are welcome.

Does this aparthotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this aparthotel.

How far is the airport from at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

The closest major airport to at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat is Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 24.6 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), which is around 15.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat?

Yes, every apartment at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Does at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff where very helpful will be going back to stay again and in a perfect location a short stroll to the Main Street
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great ! Will stay again

Amazing place to stay. Comfy, clean, great staff couldn’t ask for more
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very helpful staff….
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ninette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Private, well-maintained boutique accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Overpriced $150 to $180 a night, maximum, furnishings are old and tired. Only good was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brenda and Tina were friendly and super helpful. Close proximity to port of Airlie and all the local shops, food, activities. Wonderful, easy experience. Would definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very happy helpful staff. Such a beautiful room and very clean. Comfortable bed. Highly recommend staying here. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrence, Carseldine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and in great condition close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall quality was excellent we were also able to upgrade to the penthouse
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Awesome stay beautiful location.

Best find on our month in Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John, Santa Fe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about The Waterfront: pool, apartment, staff, location, view, bed. I would book this property again in a heartbeak. Brenda & Sarah were a bib help booking tours also. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Levi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size room, plenty of space for two people to spread their belongings out and relax. Big tv. Great kitchen space with everything you need. Spa bath on balcony is a great touch. 5 minute walk to main stress. only let down for the room was quality of mattress, wasn’t the worst mattress but definitely due for an upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely and comfortable stay here, would recommend:) thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janely

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, comfy, relaxing space and conveniently close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I loved our stay here! Our room was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff were friendly and location was great but the price paid was too expensive for the unit.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room was larger than expected with an out door spa ground level, really nice pools with mountain views.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at this beautiful property, easy check in also great service from the property host. Highly recommend this place to anyone. 😁👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for having us! Great location and pool is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible, $300 a night for a room that had a thick coating of dust on every surface, and is well overdue for renovation or even basic maintenance. Our bathroom sink drain had its own life forms growing due to lack of sanitary care, along with black scum stains in the toilet, floors showing signs of black mould forming in areas as well as a shower that had been poorly repaired with a second floor that was spongey and oozed mould and unpleasantries during showering. We planned to cook in our room, but was left watching the butter set in the pan due to lack of function from the stove. Advertised with a spa, one of the jets fell out on first use, lucky we are DIY minded and re secured it. Bed time was the equivalent of inhaling a mouth full of dryer lint due to the poorly cleaned bedding, with a nice view of it drifting into the air under the modern LED lamps. The quality standards advertised for this hotel are definitely not being followed and even after cutting our holiday short by 3 nights, no longer being able to tolerate dust allergies and health concerns from the state of the bathroom, the discounted price we were eventually offered from our complaint to staff was still robbery for the state of accommodation provided. DO NOT STAY HERE!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positives. Nice view, helpful maintenance man and a less than ten-minute walk to the shops and eateries. Negatives. Not on the Waterfront. Dirty, poorly maintained what seemed to be since 1960’s. Site manager not on site and whinged she was overworked and that was reason (and covid) why she could not get staff to clean and change bedding and towels. Beds and towels were only changed twice, and fresh towels brought up by the maintenance man once. No room cleaning, Curtain clips missing, Lounge TV close to the ceiling and uncomfortable to watch. Extreme and constant road noise and no balcony blinds to shade the Eastern sunrise. Balcony spa full of debris, not working and no instructions. Master bedroom had walk in No-robes. There was a chest of drawers and nowhere to hang garments. The maintenance man helpfully made a hanging rail using two milk crates, planks of wood and a top rail. We used that for the 5 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022