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

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

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

A wooden pathway leading to a reception area with a sign that reads "Welcome to Freedom Shores."

1. Freedom Shores

5.4 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Amy

£167

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

A motel with a sign reading "A & A Motel Proserpine" and a gated entrance.

A white mug and a white coffee maker on a kitchen counter.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

2. A & A Motel

9.3 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

PRASOON

£101

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

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 coastal view with numerous sailboats on turquoise waters, palm trees, and a distant mountain.

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

3. Airlie Beach Hotel

8.8 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Leanne

£104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

4. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

8.2 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Denise

£109

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

5. Magnums Airlie Beach

8.6 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Jessica

£51

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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.

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

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.

6. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

8.9 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Cecilia

£109

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

7.6 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Brendon

£63

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by palm trees and a hammock.

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.

8. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

7.6 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Ben

£91

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bedroom with a brick wall, a wooden bed, and a chair.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A motel with numbered rooms on the ground floor and a balcony on the upper floor.

9. Proserpine Motor Lodge

9.4 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Joanna

£85

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

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

10. Mantra Club Croc

7.6 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Diego

£131

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

11. The Boathouse Apartments

8.9 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Mahmoud

£225

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

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

12. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

9.8 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Julie-Ann

£59

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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.

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the sea, featuring a wooden deck, white walls, and tropical plants.

13. Coral Sea Resort

8.4 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Jennifer

£231

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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.

14. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

9.9 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Michael

£73

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.

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

15. Mirage Whitsundays

7.6 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Rachel

£273

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 reception desk with a sign reading "Whitsunday On The Beach".

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

16. Whitsunday On The Beach

8.5 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

£88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of the outside.

A view through window blinds of a coastal area with tall trees and a body of water.

A dining table with white chairs, a vase with white flowers, and a wine glass.

A table set with white chairs, a potted plant, and wine glasses.

17. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

8.5 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Tayla

£125

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A neatly made bed with white linens, two red pillows, a grey and white woven throw, and two white towels with a small tag on each.

A white door with the number 2, a keyhole, and a door handle.

A two-story hotel with a red and yellow facade, multiple balconies, and a sign for 'Metropole Hotel'.

A hotel with a yellow sign reading "Metropole Hotel" and "XXXX Gold" on the facade.

18. Hotel Metropole Proserpine

9.2 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Danny

£51

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a TV, and a window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window.

A bathroom with a white sink, a round mirror, and a window.

A building with a covered outdoor seating area, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

19. Proserpine Motel

9.3 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Ann-Marie

£121

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with white chairs.

20. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

10.9 mi from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Declan

£48

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Freedom Shores	9.8 Exceptional 267 reviews	View
A & A Motel	8.6 Excellent 205 reviews	View
Airlie Beach Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 402 reviews	View
Magnums Airlie Beach	8.4 Very good 785 reviews	View

Top Dryander Creek Nature Refuge Hotel Reviews

Mantra Club Croc

10/10 Excellent

"The Restaurant was excellent. The meals were reasonably priced. Breakfast was awesome."

Mirage Whitsundays

10/10 Excellent

"Mirage has excellent location, right above the water, with a walkway to get to Airlie beach and the marina. It also has a bus stop just down the road to get to Airlie beach or any other location. The apartment was huge with sweeping views of the water. The only negative for me was the bed, which was too soft but that is individual preference. The buffet breakfast was sufficient, however if you wanted real coffee you had to purchase from the bar, otherwise just instant coffee. Generally, buffet breakfast has at least percolated coffee included. The resort is well maintained, and beautiful. There are two pools, one of them adults only which is a nice option for those who prefer a quiet time."

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fine we loved it"

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Lots of activities for the kids. Park well maintained"

Freedom Shores

8/10 Good

"The boathouses were clean and tidy. Staff very friendly. We only stayed one night. The swing seats on the deck next to the pool was a nice feature. The continental breakfast was really good. Small selection but well thought. The place is a bit tucked in with Northerlies just next door for food and drinks (pub style food). Things to be mindful of when booking *midgies in the evenings *Parking is open air and a little away from the accomodation (not right outside your door) *not flat - lots of steps"

Airlie Beach Eco Cabins - Adults only

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at the Eco cabins many times on our yearly round Australia trips.It is one of the places that is high on our list to return to. The cabins are set in the bush with birds and animal life abundant. They contain all that is needed plus the extra of a private fire pit outside . Hosts Kym and Simon are onsite and easily contactable if needed."

Kalm Nature Escape - Where Nature Renews You

10/10 Excellent

"Tranquil hideaway from the bustle of the area to rest. Facilities great and hosts very good to deal with."

Balinese Resort Style House, sea views, wet edge pool

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The place was clean, comfortable, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed. The location was convenient, and the host was friendly, helpful, and very responsive. We felt right at home throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend this place and would happily stay here again! "

Stunning 2-bed, 2-bath property with a pool nestled in tranquil surroundings.

8/10 Good

"Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dear Debbie,Our rental was great but a few little things happened along the way like loosing power and then having to weirdly resolve it ourselves whilst waiting for someone to be sent out. The property rental was efficient but no real offer of compensation was given for the inconvenience or apology really at all but honestly a fantastic house with everything you needed to enjoy your stay."

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Whitsunday Plaza

8.2/10 (239 reviews)

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Whitsunday Art Gallery

7.8/10 (47 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Whitsunday Art Gallery in Cannonvale. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

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Cannonvale Beach

8.6/10 (383 reviews)

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Bicentennial Park

8.8/10 (128 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bicentennial Park, a lovely green space in Cannonvale. 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 Dryander Creek Nature Refuge?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Dryander Creek Nature Refuge, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful island views and coral reefs. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Dryander Creek Nature Refuge?

Airlie Beach Eco Cabins - Adults only is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this cabin offers free parking and private balconies. It's located 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge. Other good options in the area include Freedom Shores and BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Dryander Creek Nature Refuge?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Dryander Creek Nature Refuge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dryander Creek Nature Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Dryander Creek Nature Refuge.

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Our top choices for Dryander Creek Nature Refuge hotels

1. Freedom Shores

2. A & A Motel

3. Airlie Beach Hotel

4. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

5. Magnums Airlie Beach

6. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

7. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

8. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

9. Proserpine Motor Lodge

10. Mantra Club Croc

11. The Boathouse Apartments

12. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

13. Coral Sea Resort

14. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

15. Mirage Whitsundays

16. Whitsunday On The Beach

17. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

18. Hotel Metropole Proserpine

19. Proserpine Motel

20. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

Compare popular hotels close to Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Top Dryander Creek Nature Refuge Hotel Reviews

Mantra Club Croc

Mirage Whitsundays

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

Freedom Shores

Airlie Beach Eco Cabins - Adults only

Kalm Nature Escape - Where Nature Renews You

Balinese Resort Style House, sea views, wet edge pool

Stunning 2-bed, 2-bath property with a pool nestled in tranquil surroundings.

Other attractions near Dryander Creek Nature Refuge

Norman Nature Refuge

Whitsunday Plaza

Whitsunday Art Gallery

Cannonvale Beach

Bicentennial Park

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