Southern Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Great Barrier Reef
Where to stay in Southern Great Barrier Reef
Bargara
Bargara is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Barolin Rocks and Bargara Beach while you're in town.
Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads might not have many top sights, but Oaks Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Elliott Heads
Travellers like the parks in Elliott Heads, and Elliot Heads Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum.
Kawana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kawana and surrounding area, you can visit Stockland Shopping Centre and Kershaw Gardens.
Bundaberg Central
While visiting Bundaberg Central, you might make a stop by sights like Moncrieff Theatre and Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery.
Bayview Tower
"The staff and view was excellent also the cooked breakfast The room could have done with some sideboard tables next to the bed and the shower was a bit tricky"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Gladstone
"Rooms had been renovated but ugly worn lounges sat in there. Showers didn’t drain properly and water ran out into bathroom, obvious design fault. Didn’t use the restaurant but it looked good. Cafe down stairs looked good too but the app in the room that lets you order indicated they were open but ..."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Don Pancho by the Beach
"Clean and tidy. Stayed in an ocean view studio. Enjoyed the sound of the crashing waves on the beach. Is an older style of accommodation but well maintained. Had a large smart TV with the latest apps."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location near shops, restaurants and bars. Good walking track close to hotel, hotel parking."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Don Pancho by the Beach
"Clean and tidy. Stayed in an ocean view studio. Enjoyed the sound of the crashing waves on the beach. Is an older style of accommodation but well maintained. Had a large smart TV with the latest apps."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Edge Apartment Hotel
"The unit was lovely and clean and roomy everything you need very handy to everything, would highly recommend"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Bargara Beach
Explore the pretty foreshore reserve, spot turtle tracks in the sand and splash in the gentle waves at one of Bundaberg’s most popular beaches.
Rosslyn Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rosslyn Bay during your travels in Rosslyn. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Main Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Yeppoon? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
1770 Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Keppel Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Kelly's Beach
Explore this pretty beach fronting Bundaberg’s coastal fringe to swim and surf in the gentle waves or go fishing in the clear ocean waters.
