The Best Hotels Closest to Cockatoo Beach in Whitsundays - 2026 Updated Prices

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

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A boat on turquoise water with a beach and buildings in the background.

1. Daydream Island Resort

1.2 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Mandy

£165

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

A wooden deck with a pool, white lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains.

A resort with multiple boat-shaped cabins, a swimming pool, and a large building with a white roof.

2. Freedom Shores

10.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Amy

£135

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and patterned chairs.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.

A swimming pool with orange lounge chairs, a white fence, and a multi-story building with balconies.

3. Airlie Beach Hotel

7.1 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Sandra

£107

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a desk, and two beds.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by hills and clear skies.

A sign reading "AIRLIE BEACH HEART OF THE REEF" with palm trees and a view of the ocean in the background.

4. Magnums Airlie Beach

7.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Jessica

£49

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and a view of a tropical garden.

5. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

10.1 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Wendy

£105

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A marina with boats docked, a sunset in the background, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A kitchen with a blue countertop, white cabinets, a sink, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with a view of the sea and boats. There are lounge chairs and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

6. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

7.6 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Denise

£103

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a chair, a bed with a headboard, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

7. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

6.9 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Julie

£58

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A woman sitting on a swing overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sunset.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, a view of the sea, and a ceiling with wooden slats.

8. Coral Sea Resort

7.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Jennifer

£218

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, seating arrangements, and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, tables set with candles and drinks, and hanging light fixtures.

9. Mantra Club Croc

8.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Diego

£107

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and decorative wall art.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with a distinctive white roof and a smaller structure with a curved roof. There are palm trees and a swimming pool visible.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

10. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

7.1 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Michael

£98

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a sandy area with lounge chairs.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a television, a sofa, a bed, and artwork on the walls.

A reception area with a stone building, palm trees, and a parked SUV.

11. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

8.4 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Brendon

£63

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A covered outdoor seating area with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a sliding door.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a blue countertop, a stove, a microwave, and three framed pictures on the wall.

12. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

8.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Brett

£75

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A wooden building with a porch, surrounded by tropical plants.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by tall palm trees.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

13. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

6.5 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Sean

£62

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A building with a sign for 'Whitsunday On The Beach' and 'Holiday Units & Tour Bookings'. There is a 'VACANCY' sign, a 'Shute Harbour Road' sign, and a 'LinksLiving' sign.

A pool area with a bridge, surrounded by trees and a fence.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Whitsunday On The Beach".

14. Whitsunday On The Beach

7.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Callie

£85

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a garden area with palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A balcony with a glass railing, a ceiling fan, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

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

15. The Boathouse Apartments

7 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Mahmoud

£216

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

A swimming pool with a stone wall, wooden deck, and tropical plants.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of the sea, and a living room with a TV and seating.

16. Mirage Whitsundays

8.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Katerina

£286

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A billiards table, multiple bar stools, and a counter area with a menu display in a casual dining setting.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, ceiling fans, and a stone-tiled floor.

17. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

9.9 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Stephen

£62

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a large island with stools, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden dining table, and chairs.

18. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

6.5 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Michael

£60

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a coastal area.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the sea through the windows.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, stone archway, and outdoor seating.

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the hotel name.

19. The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

7.1 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Peter

£140

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

A modern living area with a sofa, dining table, and kitchen.

A modern wooden building with a covered porch and a car parked outside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

5.3 mi from Cockatoo Beach

Declan

£44

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Cockatoo Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Daydream Island Resort	7.8 Good 952 reviews	View
Freedom Shores	9.8 Exceptional 268 reviews	View
Airlie Beach Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Magnums Airlie Beach	8.4 Very good 792 reviews	View
BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort	9.4 Exceptional 197 reviews	View

Top Cockatoo Beach Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, kind staff"

Daydream Island Resort

8/10 Good

"Book in for dinner or risk missing out."

Shutehaven Villa

8/10 Good

"A perfect little home for either a couple families or group of people. It is out of Airlie beach main strip, so much quieter but this also makes it tricker to organise transport - I would recommend hiring a car. Pool was beautiful and all the amenities worked well."

Picturesque on Passage

8/10 Good

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Picturesque on Passage. The location is great and the view is fabulous! There is some maintenance required at the property (mainly fly screens and doors that need replacing and/or repairing). The top of the fridges needs a good clean and its a bit weird having to walk through a bedroom to get downstairs. Otherwise we were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay."

Baybliss Luxury 1 Bedroom Apt

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location very quiet, beautiful view would stay again"

Panorama at Shute Harbour

10/10 Excellent

"The most beautiful view."

'Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Retreat

8/10 Good

"he house was really nice, with a great pool, views, and surroundings. Our complaint was that we felt the house was not represented correctly. It worked out for us since we were all adults, but I’m not sure it would suit a family. It is listed as a four-bedroom house, but in fact, it is a two-bedroom house with a detached building that has a further two bedrooms and a bathroom included. There are 19 large outdoor steps down to these rooms, and unfortunately, it was raining most nights, so we got quite wet going to bed. These two downstairs bedrooms are actually one room separated by two steps up and no door, so they are not really two rooms and lack privacy. The back bedroom is quite pokey and claustrophobic. The standard of this downstairs space is not in keeping with the house itself.There was only one hairdryer provided for three bathrooms, the mugs and glasses didn’t match, and there could have been more crockery and cutlery provided. When paying this much for a property, this feels a bit cheap.There are also safety concerns if you had children with you, the porch around the pool is quite tall with no barrier and a drop straight onto concrete below. I don’t know if it is council compliant but it’s a long way to fall on concrete. Overall, while we appreciated the charm of the house and the stunning views, clearer communication about the property’s layout and improvements in safety and amenities would greatly enhance the experience for future guests."

Baybliss Studio 1

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views. Priceless"

Baybliss Escape #1 - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"great quiet location "

Other attractions near Cockatoo Beach

A coral reef with clear water, various fish species, and a large sea turtle.

Daydream Island Living Reef

9.0/10 (303 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Daydream Island Living Reef and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Whitsundays. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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A turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and green hills in the background.

Daydream Beach

8.0/10 (193 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Daydream Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Whitsundays. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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A coastal scene with clear turquoise waters, rocky shoreline, and distant landforms.

Lovers Cove

8.8/10 (267 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lovers Cove during your travels in Whitsundays? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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A large yacht docked at a pier with people on board and on the pier.

Daydream Port

8.8/10 (176 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Whitsundays with a trip to Daydream Port. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Mermaids Beach

8.2/10 (67 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mermaids Beach during your trip to Daydream Island? Stroll along the beaches or discover the coral reefs in this relaxing area.

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Coral Beach

8.4/10 (84 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coral Beach during your trip to Daydream Island? Wander the beaches or discover the coral reefs in this relaxing area.

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Paddle Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Paddle Beach during your trip to Whitsundays?

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Daydream Reef

8.2/10 (114 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Daydream Reef and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Whitsundays. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cockatoo Beach?

Cockatoo Beach is located in Whitsundays. You'll find 22 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Cockatoo Beach?

Daydream Island Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a marina and 3 outdoor pools. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Cockatoo Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Coral Point Lodge and Baybliss Studio 2.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Cockatoo Beach?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Cockatoo Beach.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Cockatoo Beach.

What can I see and do near Cockatoo Beach?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Lovers Cove, Daydream Beach and Sandy Bay Beach. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Daydream Island Living Reef, Daydream Reef and Mermaids Beach. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa, Shute Harbour Marine Terminal or Daydream Port.

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Our top choices for Cockatoo Beach hotels

1. Daydream Island Resort

2. Freedom Shores

3. Airlie Beach Hotel

4. Magnums Airlie Beach

5. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

6. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

7. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

8. Coral Sea Resort

9. Mantra Club Croc

10. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

11. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

12. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

13. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

14. Whitsunday On The Beach

15. The Boathouse Apartments

16. Mirage Whitsundays

17. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

18. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

19. The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

20. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

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Top Cockatoo Beach Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Daydream Island Resort

Shutehaven Villa

Picturesque on Passage

Baybliss Luxury 1 Bedroom Apt

Panorama at Shute Harbour

'Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Retreat

Baybliss Studio 1

Baybliss Escape #1 - Adults Only

Other attractions near Cockatoo Beach

Daydream Island Living Reef

Daydream Beach

Lovers Cove

Daydream Port

Mermaids Beach

Coral Beach

Paddle Beach

Daydream Reef

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