Southern Great Barrier Reef
Travel Guide





Visit Southern Great Barrier Reef
Where to stay in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Bargara
Travelers come to Bargara for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Barolin Rocks and Bargara Beach while you're in town.

Elliott Heads
Travelers like the parks in Elliott Heads, and Elliot Heads Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Burnett Heads
While there might not be top attractions in Burnett Heads, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oaks Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre.

Rockhampton City
If you're spending some time in Rockhampton City, Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Innes Park
Innes Park is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bundaberg area, you might plan a trip to Kelly's Beach or Bargara Beach.

Gladstone Central
If you're spending some time in Gladstone Central, Gladstone Yacht Club and Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bayview Tower
Really loved the position, sound of the ocean and the view was amazing. The staff extremely helpful and courteous. Not to mention the buffet breakfast delicious. Would 100 percent recommend Bay View Tower and can’t wait to return loved it thank you.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Don Pancho by the Beach
We loved this place. Booked a three bedroom and got the one next to the pool. The place was clean and HUGE - like house sized. It had a full kitchen that was well stocked which meant we stayed in for more meals than we usually do on holiday. It was super cheap for what you got. The reception lady ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
Convenient location, nice park in the heart of town. close to all services etc
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Don Pancho by the Beach
We loved this place. Booked a three bedroom and got the one next to the pool. The place was clean and HUGE - like house sized. It had a full kitchen that was well stocked which meant we stayed in for more meals than we usually do on holiday. It was super cheap for what you got. The reception lady ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Empire Apartment Hotel
Large apartment with everything needed for a much more comfortable stay than a standard hotel/ motel room. We did get a discounted price though which influenced our choice as the normal advertised price was much higher.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

The Edge Apartment Hotel
Stay in a one bedroom apartment , very comfortable beds and unit was clean. Great views from our balcony.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Popular places to visit

Bargara Beach
Explore the pretty foreshore reserve, spot turtle tracks in the sand and splash in the gentle waves at one of Bundaberg’s most popular beaches.

1770 Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Rosslyn Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rosslyn Bay during your travels in Rosslyn. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Keppel Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Main Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Yeppoon? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Kelly's Beach
Explore this pretty beach fronting Bundaberg’s coastal fringe to swim and surf in the gentle waves or go fishing in the clear ocean waters.




