Name: Akama Resort
Address: 625 Esplanade, Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, Hervey Bay, Queensland, AU
Price range: $287–$454 per night
Rating: 8.98

What guests think

Across recent reviews, guests describe Akama Resort as offering very spacious, self-contained apartments with large balconies and views, in a convenient spot near the marina and Boat Club that works well for tours, dining nearby, and relaxed stays.

Many highlight friendly, helpful staff and practical facilities like a pool, spa, BBQ area, and secure underground parking with lift access. Recurring drawbacks include areas needing maintenance and occasional housekeeping misses, plus some traffic noise, an air-conditioning timer that resets overnight, and a reported cold 'heated' pool. Overall, expect roomy apartment-style comfort in a handy marina-side base, with some upkeep inconsistencies to keep in mind.

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Facilities

Guests frequently praise the pool, spa and BBQ area, and value the secure underground parking with lift access. Some note the advertised heated pool felt cold and that bays can be tight for large vehicles.

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Donna

Sep 25, 2022

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel advertised a heated pool. The pool was absolutely freezing! Kids wouldn’t even go in the pool and it was the end of September. We found lolly wrappers under the bed. The main part of the esplanade wasn’t within walking distance (for a young family) and most restaurants closed super early, 8pm at the latest, some even 1pm. Rooms were modern and spacious with a nice view.

8

John

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Apartment was in a good location directly opposite the Boat Club where you could have meals or drinks. A lot of Tours left from this area as well. It was a great apartment, three bedroom with ensuite and a large deck with concertina doors. The living area was huge, a great place to stay. It does need a little maintenance mainly painting but we could see that the deck ceiling was recently replaced with new LED lights, not painted yet. So I assume they are trying to paint it and upgrade the lighting soon. We would definitely stay there again, good position, nice pool, great room.

8

Janet

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Well appointed large apartment. Good to have underground secure parking.

10

Richard

Jun 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful, super modern, large fully self-contained apartment with big windows and spacious balcony. Excellent bed and great shower. Big kitchen. Useful having two toilets! Parking with a lift directly to our floor was very convenient. Walking distance to Boat Harbour & Urangan shops and restaurants.

10

Julie

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We stayed in the deluxe penthouse suite. It was spacious and had everything we needed for a self contained stay. The view from the huge balcony was fantastic. The only downside we experienced was the carpark, if you have large car (like a landcruiser) you might not fit between the columns in the basement carpark.

10

Colin

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay, with large apartments, good parking underneath and handy to get around Hervey Bay - the Boat Clun is a few minutes walk away. Swimming pool is fun.

8

trevor

Feb 8, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

As a couple we found the unit to be very comfortable and well located. Like most places it’s not brand new but pretty good really. We thought that the price was probably a little high for what it is but really we were very comfortable and enjoyed the location. We went to the Asian restaurant one night and it was terrific. Next night we joined friends at balaeno restaurant at the marina and highly recommend that too./ Yes we would go back again but would look next door for comparable pricing. The pool was great. Parking free and easy. The bed very comfortable.

10

Chaminda

Dec 22, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had everything we need for very comfortable stay. Dana at the front desk was extremely helpful and we felt very welcome there. The apartment and the facilities are top quality and well maintained.

10

CARRIE

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious and clean apartments. We had direct access straight out to the lovely pool and spa.

10

Samantha

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice apartments. Great location for dinning and fresh seafood. Nice pool and bbq area. Really good for business trips and family holidays. Great price and friendly helpful staff.

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Cleanliness

Many describe apartments as very clean or well maintained, but several report wear and tear and occasional lapses like stained carpet, stray wrappers, smells, or fixtures needing attention.

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Damian

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs a good clean. Carpet stained.

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Helen

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Property in need of lots of maintenance. Apartment needs lots of TLC.

10

Alison

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel was amazing, the view was spectacular!! The room itself though had a few items that needed fixing like the sliding door to the main room was broken, the sliding door to the lounge was extremely difficult to slide and the ensuite was very rough and had broken splatter rail and tiles throughout tho none of this spoilt the stay it would just be nice of the owners fixed this as they are renting a penthouse so it needs to be penthouse standard.

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Yvette

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Akama Resort is a high quality apartment resort. The rooms are large, spotlessly clean, with all you would need for a great family stay. The location is perfect for whale watching trips as it is only a 5 minute walk to Hervey Bay marina. There are several good quality restaurants and bars nearby.

10

Jayakumar

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The apartment was very spacious and had a well stocked kitchen utensils. Good view of the ocean and well lit with folding doors on the balcony. The blinds were bit out dated and didn't block light coming in the bedroom in early hours of the morning. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the pool and spa.

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Donna

Sep 25, 2022

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel advertised a heated pool. The pool was absolutely freezing! Kids wouldn’t even go in the pool and it was the end of September. We found lolly wrappers under the bed. The main part of the esplanade wasn’t within walking distance (for a young family) and most restaurants closed super early, 8pm at the latest, some even 1pm. Rooms were modern and spacious with a nice view.

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Debra

Jun 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Second time we have stayed here, traffic can be quiet noisy at certain times, appartments are very roomy, pillows need replacing beds are very comfy, reasonably clean throughout, not sure what the bad smell was on the ground floor but hopefully it was temporary.

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John

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Apartment was in a good location directly opposite the Boat Club where you could have meals or drinks. A lot of Tours left from this area as well. It was a great apartment, three bedroom with ensuite and a large deck with concertina doors. The living area was huge, a great place to stay. It does need a little maintenance mainly painting but we could see that the deck ceiling was recently replaced with new LED lights, not painted yet. So I assume they are trying to paint it and upgrade the lighting soon. We would definitely stay there again, good position, nice pool, great room.

10

Vibeke

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Virkelig flot og velholdt lejlighed og kompleks. Serviceminded personale og der var fuldstændig styr på tingene, late check-in, rengørring mv.

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CARRIE

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious and clean apartments. We had direct access straight out to the lovely pool and spa.

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Rooms

Apartments are consistently large, modern and comfortable, with big balconies, views and well-equipped kitchens. Downsides mentioned include traffic noise (especially on balconies), an A/C timer that turns off overnight, light-leaking blinds and a few tired pillows.

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Yvette

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Akama Resort is a high quality apartment resort. The rooms are large, spotlessly clean, with all you would need for a great family stay. The location is perfect for whale watching trips as it is only a 5 minute walk to Hervey Bay marina. There are several good quality restaurants and bars nearby.

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Jayakumar

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The apartment was very spacious and had a well stocked kitchen utensils. Good view of the ocean and well lit with folding doors on the balcony. The blinds were bit out dated and didn't block light coming in the bedroom in early hours of the morning. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the pool and spa.

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Debra

Jun 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Second time we have stayed here, traffic can be quiet noisy at certain times, appartments are very roomy, pillows need replacing beds are very comfy, reasonably clean throughout, not sure what the bad smell was on the ground floor but hopefully it was temporary.

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John

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Apartment was in a good location directly opposite the Boat Club where you could have meals or drinks. A lot of Tours left from this area as well. It was a great apartment, three bedroom with ensuite and a large deck with concertina doors. The living area was huge, a great place to stay. It does need a little maintenance mainly painting but we could see that the deck ceiling was recently replaced with new LED lights, not painted yet. So I assume they are trying to paint it and upgrade the lighting soon. We would definitely stay there again, good position, nice pool, great room.

10

Richard

Jun 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful, super modern, large fully self-contained apartment with big windows and spacious balcony. Excellent bed and great shower. Big kitchen. Useful having two toilets! Parking with a lift directly to our floor was very convenient. Walking distance to Boat Harbour & Urangan shops and restaurants.

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Julie

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We stayed in the deluxe penthouse suite. It was spacious and had everything we needed for a self contained stay. The view from the huge balcony was fantastic. The only downside we experienced was the carpark, if you have large car (like a landcruiser) you might not fit between the columns in the basement carpark.

10

Anthony

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Amazing spacious rooms with super sized balcony and ability to slide back all the doors. Quality fittings with full sized washing machine and dryer. Kitchen well equipped.

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Debra

Apr 2, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

I didn't like, that the ducted aircon was default set on a 6 hour timer, very hot in rooms once it turned off, having to reset at 1 or 2 am was very inconvenient Traffic noise was very loud when out on the balcony. The apartment was very roomy and comfortable, beds were super comfy.

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Courtney

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We loved the size of the apartment! So big. Everything was new and lots of facilities. Big balcony overlooking the pool was beautiful. Main bedrom was super spacious. Awesome storage for longer stays. Extra touch was fresh herbs being available from reception, freshly cut from their garden.

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Annette

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a 3 bedroom unit, the unit was spacious and comfortable located on the 2nd floor. We had a view of the pool area. Staff are lovely! Excellent area easy walking distance to Whale Bay center and The Boat Club. Would definitely recommend.

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Service

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Stacy

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Thanks Brad. Great spot for a getaway. Beautiful property and fabulous location.

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Helen

Jul 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely spacious apartment, friendly and helpful staff, really enjoyed our stay.

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Courtney

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We loved the size of the apartment! So big. Everything was new and lots of facilities. Big balcony overlooking the pool was beautiful. Main bedrom was super spacious. Awesome storage for longer stays. Extra touch was fresh herbs being available from reception, freshly cut from their garden.

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Vibeke

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Virkelig flot og velholdt lejlighed og kompleks. Serviceminded personale og der var fuldstændig styr på tingene, late check-in, rengørring mv.

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Annette

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a 3 bedroom unit, the unit was spacious and comfortable located on the 2nd floor. We had a view of the pool area. Staff are lovely! Excellent area easy walking distance to Whale Bay center and The Boat Club. Would definitely recommend.

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Chaminda

Dec 22, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had everything we need for very comfortable stay. Dana at the front desk was extremely helpful and we felt very welcome there. The apartment and the facilities are top quality and well maintained.

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Samantha

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice apartments. Great location for dinning and fresh seafood. Nice pool and bbq area. Really good for business trips and family holidays. Great price and friendly helpful staff.

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Location

Positioned by the marina and Boat Club, Akama Resort is convenient for whale-watching tours, dining and walks, with shops and restaurants nearby. A few guests found the main esplanade a longer walk, especially for families.

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Maria

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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Yvette

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Akama Resort is a high quality apartment resort. The rooms are large, spotlessly clean, with all you would need for a great family stay. The location is perfect for whale watching trips as it is only a 5 minute walk to Hervey Bay marina. There are several good quality restaurants and bars nearby.

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Donna

Sep 25, 2022

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Stayed 6 nights

The hotel advertised a heated pool. The pool was absolutely freezing! Kids wouldn’t even go in the pool and it was the end of September. We found lolly wrappers under the bed. The main part of the esplanade wasn’t within walking distance (for a young family) and most restaurants closed super early, 8pm at the latest, some even 1pm. Rooms were modern and spacious with a nice view.

8

John

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Apartment was in a good location directly opposite the Boat Club where you could have meals or drinks. A lot of Tours left from this area as well. It was a great apartment, three bedroom with ensuite and a large deck with concertina doors. The living area was huge, a great place to stay. It does need a little maintenance mainly painting but we could see that the deck ceiling was recently replaced with new LED lights, not painted yet. So I assume they are trying to paint it and upgrade the lighting soon. We would definitely stay there again, good position, nice pool, great room.

10

Richard

Jun 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful, super modern, large fully self-contained apartment with big windows and spacious balcony. Excellent bed and great shower. Big kitchen. Useful having two toilets! Parking with a lift directly to our floor was very convenient. Walking distance to Boat Harbour & Urangan shops and restaurants.

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Helen

Oct 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location

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Colin

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay, with large apartments, good parking underneath and handy to get around Hervey Bay - the Boat Clun is a few minutes walk away. Swimming pool is fun.

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Annette

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a 3 bedroom unit, the unit was spacious and comfortable located on the 2nd floor. We had a view of the pool area. Staff are lovely! Excellent area easy walking distance to Whale Bay center and The Boat Club. Would definitely recommend.

10

Samantha

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice apartments. Great location for dinning and fresh seafood. Nice pool and bbq area. Really good for business trips and family holidays. Great price and friendly helpful staff.

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Sheila

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ruime accomodatie. Dicht bij haven. Behalve boottrip / bezoek Fraser Island, niet heel veel meer te beleven.

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Month	Average price
February	$258
March	$259
October	$336
November	$320
December	$250

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $441	2 $454	3
4	5 $345	6 $304	7 $315	8 $361	9 $356	10 $372
11 $332	12 $317	13 $297	14 $287	15 $318	16 $345	17 $372
18 $369	19 $297	20 $299	21	22 $297	23 $430	24 $450
25 $297	26 $297	27	28 $297	29 $297	30	31 $370

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