Pialba Travel Guide
Hervey Bay
Popular places to visit
Esplanade
Stroll along the scenic shorefront, check out the historic wooden pier or dine out in style on the esplanade of this tranquil coastal suburb.
Urangan Pier
Stroll out to sea, drop a line in with the locals or just admire the views from this iconic and photogenic pier with views of Fraser Island.
Great Sandy Straits Marina
Explore the waterfront of Great Sandy Straits Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Hervey Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming cafes.
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden
A green oasis full of colourful flowers, shady trees and thousands of orchids awaits at these expertly maintained gardens in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum during your trip to Hervey Bay. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
WetSide Water Education Park
Bring the children to WetSide Water Education Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Hervey Bay. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Pialba
Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort
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Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Comfort Inn on Main Hervey Bay
"Service was great"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Beachside Motor Inn
"Our overnight stay at Beachside Motor Inn was very enjoyable. From the moment I entered Reception, I was greeted by the very friendly and professional Manager who immediately advised we had a received an upgrade to their deluxe apartment, which was very gratefully accepted. Check in was very easy, ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Main Street Motel
"Room was good size & clean. Car park included. Staff were very helpful and provided cot at no charge as i thought i had booked 2 queen beds but standard is 1 x double & 1 x single. Breakfast was ordered & delivered shortly after checking in for the next day. Kitchen included fridge, microwave, toaster, ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Mantra Hervey Bay
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Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Nightcap at Kondari Resort
"We reserved a room last minute after a full day of driving. The receptionist was so friendly, just what we needed after a long day of travel. She gave us some nice suggestions for restaurants around the area. The restaurant on site was so laid back; great staff as well and TVs playing all kinds of ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Pialba
Urangan
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Urangan. A stop by Great Sandy Straits Marina or Urangan Central Shopping Centre might round out your trip.
Torquay
Torquay is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shelly Beach or Duggan Conservation Park.
Scarness
Scarness is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, a top place to visit in the area.
Point Vernon
Travellers like the restaurants in Point Vernon, and Gables Point Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Dundowran Beach
While Dundowran Beach isn't home to many top sights, Toogoom Beach and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
