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The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with 3 outdoor pools

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
Economy Studio, Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Front of property
Property grounds
Reception
Escape to The Resort @ Dolphin Heads, where the sound of waves gently lapping at the shore sets the tone for a relaxing getaway. With a poolside bar, white sand beach, and activities like beach volleyball, this hotel is perfect for soaking up the sun. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining at Salt Restaurant/Bar or unwind in their own little slice of paradise.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is £65
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Room options

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Pool View Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Pool View Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Ocean View Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Ocean View Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Economy Studio, Garden View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Studio, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, The Resort @ Dolphin Heads is in Dolphin Heads, a neighbourhood in Mackay. Northern Beaches Bowls Club and Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre and Hibiscus Shopping Centre. Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, mountain climbing and skydiving.
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Map
6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Eimeo Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Northern Beaches Bowls Club - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Bucasia Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard - 22 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 21 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Andergrove Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬12 min drive
  • KFC
  • ‪The Collective Grounds - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

Hotel located in Dolphin Heads
At The Resort @ Dolphin Heads, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. With amenities such as a white sand beach and beach volleyball, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site seafood restaurant, Salt Restaurant/Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and a banquet hall
  • Barbecues, 1 meeting room and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 22 for adults and AUD 8 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt Restaurant/Bar

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,153 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 22 for adults and AUD 8 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 3830574
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Dolphin Heads Resort
Dolphin Heads Resort
The Resort Dolphin Heads Hotel
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads Hotel
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads Dolphin Heads
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads Hotel Dolphin Heads

Frequently asked questions

Does The Resort @ Dolphin Heads have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads on 11 Sept 2025 start from £64.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Resort @ Dolphin Heads pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Resort @ Dolphin Heads located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dolphin Heads hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Eimeo Beach, Blacks Beach Park and Eimeo Road State School. Bucasia Beach and Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Resort @ Dolphin Heads Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 476 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 476 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 476 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 476 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 476 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quiet stay with a lovely view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was such a BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE staying at Dolphin heads.
Absolutely STUNNING SUNSETS from my balcony.
How ZEN!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were courteous and happy to assist if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

The room was great with a beautiful view off the balcony. The onsite restaurant & bar were amazing, the food was fantastic & the cocktails were also delicious :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outlook over ocean. Pools beautiful and clean. Overall condition of property is tired and restaurant average.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room we stayed in was very dated and original. It is in need of a renovation which a lot of the other units have had. Will be staying at Dolphin heads again but definately nog in this unit unless it is renovated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never stay at this resort !!!

Absolutely terrible . Rude management , facilities untidy and unkept . Food below average , service even lower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View from the room was incredible, pool area was lovely. Restaurant food was very good, loved the Neptune Chicken 😋
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is great for a Friday - Saturday long weekend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet and serenity of our stay so much so that we are going back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Absolutely beautiful beach front resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice quiet place tonrelax for a few days anf the food was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and vety friendly staff and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, serene property and location with awesome helpful management. A absolute pleasure staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding views over the southern Whitsunday islands
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Roselyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar and Restuarant at Resort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place by ocean, spacious room with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great position grounds well looked after and walk straight unto the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominica

Rooms are dated but the view makes up for it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Loved the location, ocean view room is worth it. Could use a playground or something like that for kids. Rooms are basic but good for the $
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a balcony room overlooking the water, truly beautiful location. The room was good, fairly well maintained, clean and a pleasant place to be, especially for the rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had a stunning view of the ocean, the room had good space but had an unpleasant smell, though was reasonably clean. Friendly staff with good service and very accommodating. Overall i really enjoyed my 2 nights stay and i would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024