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The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

3.5 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy 3 outdoor swimming pools and a white sand beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
Property entrance
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Ocean View Suite
Ocean View Suite

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, QLD, 4740
  • Eimeo Beach
    3 min drive
  • Northern Beaches Bowls Club
    6 min drive
  • Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre
    6 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    24 min drive

Room options

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Pool View Suite

Pool View Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Ocean View Suite

Ocean View Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Economy Studio, Garden View

Economy Studio, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Mackay

At The Resort @ Dolphin Heads you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Eimeo Beach and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Blacks Beach Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Salt Restaurant/Bar, serves seafood and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available at weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Dolphin Heads hotel include Eimeo Road State School and Northern Beaches Bowls Club.

What's nearby

  • Eimeo Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Northern Beaches Bowls Club - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Bucasia Beach - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard - 21 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Northern Beaches Bowls Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Andergrove Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Deck Steakhouse - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Debbie's Seafood - ‬17 min drive

About this property

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

Beachside hotel to enjoy 3 outdoor swimming pools and a white sand beach
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Mackay hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 2153 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1990
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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 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

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3830574

We should mention

  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads on 22 Nov 2024 start from NZ$155.57, 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 The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

Yep, The Resort @ Dolphin Heads has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

The closest beach to The Resort @ Dolphin Heads is Eimeo Beach (0.3 km).

Does The Resort @ Dolphin Heads have a pool?

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes The Resort @ Dolphin Heads a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and couples dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads.

Does The Resort @ Dolphin Heads serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is served at weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

No, The Resort @ Dolphin Heads does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Resort @ Dolphin Heads?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 442 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

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Kay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was extremely disappointed in this property. The reception staff were very welcoming and the grounds and outlook were lovely but the room itself was abysmal. The door handle and lock to the room were old and rusty and we could hardly open the door. The bathroom needed a good clean, the toilet was stained and the tiles in the shower were grubby as was the screen door. The shower leaked water all over the floor and the toilet seat was loose. The bathroom door wouldn’t close properly. The covered chairs to sit on in the main area were filthy so we had to sit on the bed to watch television. The bed itself was okay and the sheets and cover were clean. We had to wash our breakfast dishes- the sink provided was the same one as in the vanity in the bathroom. There was to be a $40.00 fine if we didn’t do this but no detergent or tea towel was provided! We also had to empty our bins. I guess a lot of people only rinse their dishes. Our stay was only one night so we didn’t ask to have another room. At approximately $170 a night we didn’t expect luxury accommodation but we did expect a clean bathroom! Very poor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

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

4/10 Poor

Damien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bianca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
. outdoors is gorgeous - pools and lawns perfect. the cafe/restaurant isn’t open sundays or mondays which is a bit crap tbh
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The sea view is stunning! Very relaxing. However the room was basic and needs updating and repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Dominica

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Beautuful location, Resort bar and restaurant were little out dated.as some of the rooms as there were a few of us staying. Food was great though. Seemed a little short staffed,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful views. Lovely and peaceful. Some chairs or sun loungers would be nice in grassed areas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area and beach. Seems like every room either has a view of the pool or ocean with the sunset. No wifi, no cleaner, and not perfectly clean so loses points. Otherwise everything you need, in a beautiful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, location and food!!! The room was a bit of a let down; The bathroom in particular wasnt very clean and very dated. The kids bunk was pretty worn and rough, Also the aircon/heater didnt turn on (LED just flashed). Would happily stay again but the bathroom in particular could use some more attention when being cleaned and I hope some renovations/updates are in the cards soon. Also special mention to the staff, They were amazing, Very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

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

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lady at reception was wonderfull
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

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

6/10 Okay

Alison

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff helpful and good to speak with, in general resort a little tired, painting, tiles in bathroom, but definitely value for money, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a upgrade to a ground floor room with ocean frontage. Absolutely stoked. The beach & ocean view from the front of the propery was first class.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayla

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed in a newly renovated room, which was gorgeous, and very comfortable. Our view was probably the least exciting, but that wasn't very important to us. We had several family members in other rooms, however, with gorgeous views right out onto the beachfront.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024