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Nightly prices at Portobello By The Sea average $147 in December, the cheapest month, and $650 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $161 |
| March | $646 |
| April | $645 |
| August | $650 |
| November | $168 |
| December | $147 |
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Most expensive: August (~$650)
Cheapest: December (~$147)
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Portobello By The Sea, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 55 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Rooms have private balconies. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as separate sitting areas and microwaves.
Location
Located in Sunshine Coast (Dicky Beach), Portobello By The Sea is within a 15-minute walk of Moffat Beach and Caloundra Private Clinic. This family-friendly hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Shelly Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Kings Beach.
What's nearby
Dicky Beach(0.1 miles)
Ballinger Beach(0.5 miles)
Moffat Beach(0.5 miles)
Caloundra Private Clinic(0.8 miles)
Coondibah Reserve(0.8 miles)
Shelly Beach(1 miles)
Currimundi Lake(1.5 miles)
Caloundra Golf Club(1.5 miles)
Caloundra Events Center(1.7 miles)
Currimundi beach(1.8 miles)
Caloundra Street Fair(1.9 miles)
Kings Beach(1.9 miles)
Bribie Island National Park(2 miles)
Pumicestone Passage(2 miles)
Caloundra Shopping Centre(2 miles)
The nearest major airport is Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)(16.3 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Dicky Beach (0.1 miles)
Ballinger Beach (0.5 miles)
Moffat Beach (0.5 miles)
Caloundra Private Clinic (0.8 miles)
Coondibah Reserve (0.8 miles)
Shelly Beach (1 miles)
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Room details
Sleeps 5
1023 ft²
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Room details
Sleeps 7
1615 ft²
8
Room details
Sleeps 2
732 ft²
Based on 580 verified reviews
Couple
45%
Family
49%
Group
3%
Solo
1%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Portobello By The Sea offers a beachside stay across from Dicky Beach with friendly staff, a pleasant pool area, and convenient secure parking, drawing praise for its walkable access to cafes, shops, playgrounds, and the surf club.
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What guests think
Portobello By The Sea offers a beachside stay across from Dicky Beach with friendly staff, a pleasant pool area, and convenient secure parking, drawing praise for its walkable access to cafes, shops, playgrounds, and the surf club.
Apartments are generally large, comfortable, and family-oriented, with many units well equipped for self-catering. Some guests mention dated interiors, minor maintenance issues, and mixed cleanliness, including a few reports of dirty items or mould in bathrooms. Access can be challenging for prams or those with mobility issues due to stairs even when using the lift, and some units face road noise or obstructed views. A practical stay with trade-offs in modernity and accessibility.
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Facilities
Pool area is popular and well maintained, and secure underground parking is convenient. However, elevator access is limited and guests often need to use stairs, which can be difficult for prams or those with mobility issues.
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Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
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Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
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Apr 3, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Toni-Maree
Mar 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Edwina
Nov 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many report clean or very clean units and fresh bedding, while others found dirty items, mould in bathrooms, or areas needing a deeper clean.
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Lauren
Dec 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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May 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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May 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Ray
Jan 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Andrew
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Mehmet
May 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Judith
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Barry
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Toni-Maree
Mar 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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Rooms
Apartments are generally spacious, comfortable, and well equipped for families, with many appreciating full kitchens and living areas. Some units feel dated, with occasional maintenance issues, varied views, and intermittent noise from the road or other guests.
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Izabela
Dec 8, 2022
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Stayed 19,333 nights
Heidi
May 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Julianne
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nic
May 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Kerry
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ann
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Allie
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Mike
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Suzanne
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Cherynne
Aug 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Service
Staff are generally friendly and responsive, with some proactive communication before arrival. A few guests reported unhelpful interactions or booking issues.
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Aimmee
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
John
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
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Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Mina
Aug 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Luke
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nic
May 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Helen
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Ann
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rob
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Daniela
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Location
Location is a consistent highlight: directly across from Dicky Beach and within easy walking distance of the surf club, playgrounds, shops, cafés, and restaurants. Some note a busy road between the property and the beach.
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Dec 10, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
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Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
William
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Renae
Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
chris
Oct 18, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Anjuli
Oct 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Shona
Oct 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Mark
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Trudy
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
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Dining
Not enough information in reviews.
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Apr 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Margaret
Jul 29, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Trent
Mar 26, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
John
Mar 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
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Nov 30, 2025
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Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.
The hotel is located in Dicky Beach, within a 15-minute walk of Moffat Beach and Caloundra Private Clinic. It is 1.2 miles from Shelly Beach and 1.7 miles from Kings Beach.
Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests.
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
Cribs are available for a fee of AUD 15.00 per night, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of AUD 35.00 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
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Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
General
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Fence Around Pool
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free Wi-Fi