Queensland Accommodation Guide

Queensland is the ultimate holiday destination. Known as Australia’s Sunshine State, Queensland offers an abundance of diverse experiences to create lasting memories.

Brisbane is the capital of Queensland.

Brisbane is also the perfect hub to explore the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, only an hour away by road. Both coastal regions offer stunning beaches, fabulous food and wine experiences and shopping that rivals many of the great shopping strips. Head further north to swim in the freshwater lakes of Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, and just one of Queensland’s five World Heritage listed areas.

Located on the east coast of Australia, Queensland has many contrasts from sunny tropical coastal areas and beachfront cities to lush rainforests and tropical hideaways. From the Gold Coast in the great south east to Cairns in the tropical north, Queensland offers an exciting range of tourist attractions and quality accommodation. Queensland is the ideal destination offering a variety of holidays for all travellers. The types of accommodation available vary almost as much as the Sunshine State's scenery; 4, 5 and 6 star hotels, health spas, family resorts, beach front apartments, tropical hideaways.

Check out some more info:

• Discover Queensland

Why not discover Brisbane, Queensland and greater Brisbane region. Any of the numerous natural attractions will keep the family entertained for days. Head for the beach or try some great restaurants or tour Brisbane.

• Brisbane

Mention the Gold Coast and various images come to mind... stunning beaches, a surfing paradise, exciting theme parks, sun-kissed locals, sophisticated style, the list goes on. Explore the Hinterland or go on safari.

The Gold Coast truly offers something for everyone. From stunning beaches to cosy hinterland getaways, the Gold Coast offers plenty of places for you to visit. Just expect to be tempted, that is, tempted to stay a little longer.

Some Gold Coast websites to consider:

• Discover Gold Coast
• Surfers Paradise
• Main Beach
• Broadbeach
• Coolangatta
• Mermaid Beach
• Burleigh Heads

Miles of pristine coastline and lush hinterland, superb cuisine, action and adventure or just the perfect piece of sand on which to sit and ponder? The Sunshine Coast is one of Queensland's premier holiday destinations.

The Coast begins at Caloundra, just one hour's drive north of Brisbane and extends to Cooloola, the gateway to World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. It takes in tranquil hinterland including the Glass House Mountains, Blackall Range, Noosa Hinterland and the Mary Valley; as well as more than 100 kilometres of beaches. The perfect combination for a dream holiday.

Some Sunshine Coast websites to consider:

• Discover Sunshine Coast
• Noosa
• Mooloolaba
• Maroochydore

Tropical North Queensland is general term referring to varying regions of the northern part of Queensland. The generally accepted definition is an area from about the city of Mackay north to the tip of Cape York. What is generally accepted as Tropical North Queensland includes the cities of Mackay, Townsville and Cairns and the Australian islands of the Torres Strait. It also includes several world heritage listed areas, such as the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics.

The main population and administrative centre of the region is located in Cairns. Other key population centres include Cooktown, the Atherton Tableland, Weipa and the Torres Strait Islands.

Websites of interest:

• Discover North Queensland