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Colonial Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Suburban motel with 2 outdoor pools and restaurant

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Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view
Regional cuisine, al fresco dining
Reception
Standard Queen and Single

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
2 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802
  • Port of Airlie
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Coral Sea Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef)
    ‪240 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Apartment with Bay View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Queen Apartment with Bay View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Poolside King Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Partial sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen and Single

Standard Queen and Single

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Partial sea view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Airlie Beach

Colonial Palms Motor Inn puts you in the heart of Airlie Beach, steps from Port of Airlie and within a 20-minute stroll of Airlie Beach Lagoon. Highlights at this motel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Airlie Beach motel include Airlie Beach Market and Boathaven Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Airlie Beach Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Boathaven Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Coral Sea Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station - 29 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Paradiso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Deck - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KC's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Suburban motel with 2 outdoor pools and restaurant
As a guest of Colonial Palms Motor Inn, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, Access to hot tub, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and coworking spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Colonial Palms Motor Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Airlie Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Colonial Palms Motor Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 10 for adults and from AUD 8 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Colonial Palms
Colonial Palms Motor
Colonial Palms Motor Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach/Whitsunday Islands
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel Airlie Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Palms Motor Inn on 6 Apr 2025 start from NZ$197.11, 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 parking available at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Yep, Colonial Palms Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Yep, Colonial Palms Motor Inn is a short 19-minute walk from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Colonial Palms Motor Inn has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Colonial Palms Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Colonial Palms Motor Inn.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Colonial Palms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the marina and staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arezoo

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Colonial Palms for 3 nights. We were extremely unhappy with our experience. We felt disgusted when we walked in to the room. Cleanliness standard was so low. The bathroom towels had yellow stains all over it. We didn’t use them throughout our stay! Toilet had black stains in it and smelled like vinegar. There were three dead insects in our room when we arrived. I communicated all these issues with the front desk but the lady had an attitude kept rolling her eyes at me the whole time. I showed her the stains and dead insects and she rudely told me “you are in nature”! She said black stain is because of the area’s water. I did not see the black stain anywhere else in toilets in Arlie beach! Nothing about our stay was pleasant other than spending time outside of the hotel on the tours! We regret booking this hotel and recommend to everyone to pay a bit more and stay somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Angel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A friendly place to stay
A nice hotel which we enjoyed staying at. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed the continental breakfast of cereals, juice, croissants, breads, yogurt, and fruits. Nice view from our room and breakfast area. Pools were very pretty, but we did not use as we were swimming in the ocean all the time. It’s a little out of the main area of town, maybe 10 minutes walking. There is a local bus which cost 1 Australian dollar to use all day if you don’t want to walk. Only issue we had was our door blind to the balcony would not close, but it wasn’t a problem for us. No elevator, so if you have mobility issues ask for a ground floor room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Very good hotel with wonderful staff, very good food in the restaurant, cozy jungle-like pool area, comfortable beds, location only a couple of hundred meters from the ferry to Hamilton airport, close to the center 15 min walk. the only area of ​​improvement is that the cleaning could have been done more carefully. But the overall impression is very good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff where very friendly nothing was a problem
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice pool
Nice accommodation, nothing to say against it. Even if it is located on a main road, it’s quiet and calm. Nothing to regret. Only, the choice (e.g. a nice salad is missing) of food in the restaurant could be more diverse. But there’s nothing to say regarding the quality of the food!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, local to town, only short walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a short walk to the main part if Airlie. Swim towels in the room would be good, to save the hassle of going to reception to collect them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
8thnight of journey. Best one yet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Airlie Beach stay
We stayed for 2 nights & thought the location was good, only a 5 minute walk to the Main Street. The room was clean & tidy and was good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location and clean rooms, but the pool area needs to be updated and the lounge chairs need to be replaced as most of them are broken.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsei Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place
The hotel and room are very good. All the staff are very friendly and kind. The only small problem is that we received a voucher each for a free drink at dinner, but when we went to order food at 8:05 the girls said that the kitchen had closed at 8pm, but the room information says that dinner is until 9pm, so we were left without dinner and without using the vouchers, as we would only be entitled to drinks if we were having dinner. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the center of Airlie Beach, where there is everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love
This was such an incredible place to stay. The service was impeccable and the folks who work here are just lovely!! Special shout outs to Maeve, Summer, Greg and Gloria! Cannot wait to return. Also amazing jazz on tuesday
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, large room, great host, very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Home from Home!
We were greeted by Georgie at reception, who is amazing, our check in took seconds, our room was great and the bed was so comfortable, we had a delicious meal in the restaurant served to us by Maéve. Breakfast was delicious. Summer was on reception when we checked out. The Colonial Palms is a great little place with fantastic staff who are there to help you at the drop of a hat! We will be returning to this charming property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is of an older style, open, airy and designed well to take advantage of the tropical sun and cool sea breeze. It is situated an easy walking distance from the busy area of town so a nice quiet place to retreat. Right on the public transport bus route from Shute Harbour to Proserpine, well priced rooms with views and friendly relaxed staff, I would recommend it to anyone planning a visit to Airlie Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice quiet, cute place to stay close to shopping and tours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024