Busselton

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Busselton
Busselton showing general coastal views and night scenes
Busselton which includes a sunset and general coastal views
Busselton featuring a small town or village
Busselton

This attractive coastal city is known for beautiful beaches, great local restaurants and one of the longest wooden jetties in the Southern Hemisphere.

Visit Busselton to enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including cycling, fishing and snorkelling. Relax on some of Western Australia’s best beaches or enjoy a meal in an alfresco restaurant or café. This wonderful coastal city also features a calendar of annual events, including gourmet food and wine events and music festivals.

Busselton is a great place to shop, with many boutique shops selling locally made artwork and jewellery. Visit a museum to learn about the intriguing city or admire many buildings of historical significance, including the 19th-century St. Marys Church of England, one of the oldest stone churches in Western Australia.

Stop at Busselton Museum to learn about this city’s agricultural and maritime history. This museum features 10 rooms displaying photographs, memorabilia and equipment. Sign up for a group tour to learn about Busselton’s fascinating past from a knowledgeable local volunteer.

Busselton JettyOpens in a new window is a historic wooden jetty and one of the city’s most popular attractions. This long structure stretches 1.8 kilometres (1.1 miles) into the stunning Geographe Bay. Board the famous jetty train, a small train that leisurely transports visitors from one end of the jetty to the other.

Discover the Busselton Jetty Underwater ObservatoryOpens in a new window at the end of the jetty. This unique facility allows visitors to observe one of Western Australia’s best man-made reefs. Notice colourful tropical and subtropical corals along with many beautiful fish, sponges and invertebrates.

Relax on Busselton Beach, a stretch of fine white sand with grassy areas nearby. The tranquil water makes the beach perfect for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and paddle boarding. Stop at the nearby Port Geographe Marina to organise fishing and whale-watching charters.

Busselton is located 220 kilometres (140 miles) south of Western Australia’s capital, PerthOpens in a new window. The striking coastal city features luxury beach resorts, private villas and affordable self-catered apartments. Enjoy fresh seafood and modern Australian cuisine from many local restaurants.

Stay in Busselton for a friendly coastal city atmosphere, excellent wine and food and some of Western Australia’s best beaches.

Where to stay in Busselton

Dunsborough featuring outdoor eating and night scenes

Dunsborough

Shopping, spas, and beaches are just a few things travelers enjoy about Dunsborough. Check out Dunsborough Beach or Geographe Bay while you're exploring the area.

Dunsborough
Yallingup featuring signage and rocky coastline

Yallingup

Yallingup is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Ngiligi Cave and Yallingup Beach while you're in town.

Yallingup
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Quindalup

Quindalup is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dunsborough Beach and Quindalup Beach.

Quindalup
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Eagle Bay

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eagle Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Eagle Bay and Meelup Beach.

Eagle Bay
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West Busselton

West Busselton is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Broadwater Par 3 Golf Course and Busselton Beach while in the area.

West Busselton
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Wilyabrup

Wineries, lake views, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about Wilyabrup. Check out Hay Shed Hill Winery or Woody Nook Winery while you're exploring the area.

Wilyabrup
Bayview Geographe Resort

Bayview Geographe Resort

4 out of 5
555 Bussell Hwy, Broadwater, WA
The price is P5,260 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,260
P5,260 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Busselton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Getaway
"Have stayed a number of times. Always been a good experience"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Bayview Geographe Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Busselton

Hilton Garden Inn Busselton

4 out of 5
4 Jetty Way, Busselton, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,896 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,896
P7,896 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Busselton. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"The wait-staff in the restaurant managed the customers well given the output from the kitchen was very slow but the food was delicious. The reception staff on checkin and checkout were very professional and a delight to deal with."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Busselton
Smiths Beach Resort

Smiths Beach Resort

5 out of 5
67 Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup, WA
The price is P18,579 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P18,579
P20,437 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Busselton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Beautiful resort to stay in."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Smiths Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Southcamp

Southcamp

4 out of 5
61 Dunn Bay Road, Dunsborough, WA
Stay at this 4-star cabin in Busselton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Zin Zan Individual Art and Country Life ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Perfect getaway
"Amazing place to stay Hustling cafe in the morning Great property manager - Rob 10/10 cosy accomodation!"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Southcamp
Smiths Beach Resort

Smiths Beach Resort

5 out of 5
67 Smiths Beach Road, Yallingup, WA
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Busselton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Beautiful resort to stay in."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Smiths Beach Resort
The Sebel Busselton

The Sebel Busselton

3 out of 5
553 Bussell Highway, Broadwater, WA
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Busselton. Enjoy free parking, a health club, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Busselton Jetty and Busselton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (651 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the 2 bedroom apartments, I was pleasantly surprised on the condition of the apartment. Modern, clean & had everything you could possibly need for a short and long stay."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

The Sebel Busselton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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