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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Colonial Palms Motor Inn average $119 in March, the cheapest month, and $155 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $141 |
| February | $126 |
| March | $119 |
| April | $139 |
| May | $135 |
| June | $131 |
| July | $154 |
| August | $155 |
| September | $148 |
| October | $147 |
| November | $140 |
| December | $148 |
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Most expensive: August (~$155)
Cheapest: March (~$119)
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Colonial Palms Motor Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn, you'll be centrally located in Airlie Beach, steps from Port of Airlie and 7 minutes by foot from Heart Reef. This motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Airlie Beach Market and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Conway National Park.
What's nearby
Port of Airlie(0.3 miles)
Heart Reef(0.3 miles)
Airlie Beach Market(0.7 miles)
Conway National Park(0.7 miles)
Boathaven Beach(0.7 miles)
Airlie Beach Lagoon(1 miles)
Coral Sea Marina(1.5 miles)
Shingley Beach(1.5 miles)
Turtle Boardwalk(1.8 miles)
Whitsunday Shopping Centre(2.3 miles)
Bicentennial Park(2.4 miles)
Bicentennial Walkway(2.4 miles)
Cannonvale Beach(2.6 miles)
Whitsunday Art Gallery(3.9 miles)
Whitsunday Plaza(4.8 miles)
Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef)(18.4 miles)
Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)(24.9 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Port of Airlie (0.3 miles)
Heart Reef (0.3 miles)
Airlie Beach Market (0.7 miles)
Conway National Park (0.7 miles)
Boathaven Beach (0.7 miles)
Airlie Beach Lagoon (1 miles)
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Sleeps 4
409 ft²
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Sleeps 3
4
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Sleeps 2
334 ft²
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Sleeps 3
334 ft²
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Sleeps 2
280 ft²
Based on 1,204 verified reviews
Business
3%
Couple
53%
Family
26%
Group
11%
Solo
3%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Colonial Palms Motor Inn, travellers highlight friendly staff, a walkable location near Port of Airlie, and relaxing pool areas, while noting the property’s older, basic feel plus occasional maintenance problems, road or upstairs noise, and after-hours check‑in difficulties.
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What guests think
At Colonial Palms Motor Inn, travellers highlight friendly staff, a walkable location near Port of Airlie, and relaxing pool areas, while noting the property’s older, basic feel plus occasional maintenance problems, road or upstairs noise, and after-hours check‑in difficulties.
The on-site restaurant draws frequent praise, while the complimentary continental breakfast is simple, coffee can be basic, and the kitchen sometimes closes earlier than expected. Rooms are generally spacious with comfortable beds and some marina views. Cleanliness feedback is mostly positive but inconsistent across a few stays. Expect a straightforward, good-value base for exploring Airlie Beach.
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Facilities
Pools and convenient parking are well liked, with an on-site restaurant and basic laundry available. Some facilities feel dated; reports include a cold spa, limited laundry capacity, occasional pool‑pump noise, and worn pool loungers.
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Richard
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Steve
Jul 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
David
Jan 6, 2023
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Stayed 19,358 nights
Janet
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Dale
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Alexandra Louise
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Eleonore
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Louise
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Donna
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
John
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and common areas clean or very clean. A smaller number reported issues like dirty bathrooms or shower screens and build‑up around fixtures.
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Ammelie
Feb 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hannah
Apr 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Micheal
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
lyndal
Jun 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Louise
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tahlia
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Donna
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Anna
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Clint
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, some with balconies or marina views. Several guests mention dated decor and minor maintenance or comfort issues like weak shower pressure, slow or faulty AC, bright blinds, and noise from the road or upstairs chairs.
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Allison
Feb 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
William
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Janet
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Marie
Dec 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alexandra Louise
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Graeme
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Judy
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
purvi
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Donna
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Jacqueline
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Service
Service is consistently friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with staff often praised. A few guests experienced after‑hours check‑in problems or curt service.
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stephane
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Catherina
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
andrea
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Masatoshi
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
LYNETTE
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Jennifer
Sep 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Louise
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Kylie
Jan 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Julie
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Brett
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Walkable to Port of Airlie and the main street in about 5–15 minutes, slightly away from the party hub. Being on a main road brings some noise for certain rooms.
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Susan
Aug 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Jane
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Tanja
Jan 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Liang
Jul 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Marie
Dec 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rosemerry
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
John
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Jono
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Helen
May 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Steven
Jul 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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Dining
The on‑site restaurant receives frequent praise for dinner and service. The complimentary continental breakfast is basic with limited coffee options, and the kitchen sometimes closes earlier than expected; a few meals were disappointing.
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wayne
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Elisa
Feb 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Monish
Aug 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Michelle
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alexandra Louise
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Sandra
Apr 4, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Murdoch
Dec 26, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Micheal
Nov 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lindsei Frank
Oct 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brett
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Phillip
Aug 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Heather
Jul 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Jeanette
Jul 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Per-Olov
May 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
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May 20, 2026
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Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee of approximately AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.
Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests should arrange the transfer in advance.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding room accessibility are not provided.
The property is located in the heart of Airlie Beach, just 0.5 km from the Port of Airlie, 1.1 km from Airlie Beach Market, and 1.3 km from Boathaven Beach. Public transport options are available nearby.
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Specific operational hours are not detailed.
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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