Central Queensland

Travel Guide

Rockhampton featuring modern architecture
Rockhampton showing street scenes and a garden
Yeppoon
Rockhampton showing heritage architecture and heritage elements
Tannum Sands showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

Where to stay in Central Queensland

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Gracemere

While Gracemere isn't home to many top sights, Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gracemere
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Berserker

You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Berserker. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Mt Archer.

Berserker
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Parkhurst

Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.

Parkhurst
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Park Avenue

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Park Avenue. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Kershaw Gardens.

Park Avenue
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Allenstown

Allenstown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Nissan Navara Arena while you're in town.

Allenstown
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Kawana

Kawana might not have many top sights, but Stockland Shopping Centre and Kershaw Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kawana
The Gladstone

The Gladstone

3.5 out of 5
100 Goondoon Street, Gladstone, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gladstone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
7.6/10 Good! (537 reviews)
"Clean comfotable rooms close to everything."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

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The Gladstone
Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Vin E. Jones Drive, Rosslyn, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Rosslyn. Enjoy a full-service spa, a business center, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (476 reviews)
"We liked that there were 2 excellent restaurants within walking distance. Very quiet area, beach across the road could walk to ferry for Great Kepple Island. The room we had was clean and spacious. Will stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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Rosslyn Bay Resort
Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower

3.5 out of 5
4 Adelaide Street, Yeppoon, QLD
The price is P7,414 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P7,414
P7,414 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Yeppoon. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (706 reviews)
Central location nice view
"Nice room with all the necessities. Only two issues - no bedside tables and no table on the verandah to enjoy a drink whilst taking in the great view. Breakfast was delicious. Need to update property info as the definitely is a lift to all floors"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Bayview Tower
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Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Vin E. Jones Drive, Rosslyn, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Rosslyn. Enjoy a full-service spa, a business center, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (476 reviews)
"We liked that there were 2 excellent restaurants within walking distance. Very quiet area, beach across the road could walk to ferry for Great Kepple Island. The room we had was clean and spacious. Will stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Rosslyn Bay Resort
Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1-5 East Street, Rockhampton, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (793 reviews)
Great stay, clean and comfortable
"Highly recommend Empire Apartment hotel. From check in the staff were friendly and prompt. Room was ready on time, clean and everything in order. Property was clean and tidy, including the pool and gym area. Bedding was comfortable and all appliances in working order. The property is close to shops ..."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Empire Apartment Hotel
Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
79 Goondoon Street, Gladstone, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Gladstone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (899 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great service"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Keppel Bay Marina

Keppel Bay Marina

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

Keppel Bay Marina
1770 Marina

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.

1770 Marina
Gladstone Marina featuring a marina

Gladstone Marina

Go on a relaxing cruise, have a picnic in the park or watch the boats cruise past in this modern and picturesque boat harbor in central Queensland.

Gladstone Marina
Rockhampton which includes a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and caving

Capricorn Caves

Weave your way around a fascinating complex of caves, where you’ll find an eerie cathedral, a rock-climbing course and wildlife amid the geological wonders.

Capricorn Caves
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo featuring bird life

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo

Gaze in awe at towering fig trees or find tranquility amid the ferns in this heritage-listed garden, which also features a zoo that showcases native and exotic wildlife.

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Rockhampton Heritage Village

Rockhampton Heritage Village

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rockhampton Heritage Village during your travels in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Rockhampton Heritage Village

Things to do

Transparent Kayaking around Tangalooma Shipwrecks

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

P6,611
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip with Snorkelling

Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip Kayak & Sandboarding

P8,088
per adult
Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip Kayak & Sandboarding
Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Rainforest Day Tour

Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk

P8,310
per adult
Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk
Bribie Island Day Trip From Brisbane

From Brisbane: Bribie Island Day Trip

P9,197
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Brisbane: Bribie Island Day Trip
Stradbroke Isand Day Tour from Brisbane

Eco-Certified Stradbroke Island Tour – Full Day from Brisbane

P6,463
per adult
Eco-Certified Stradbroke Island Tour – Full Day from Brisbane
Brisbane: Daytime Glow Worm Caves Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Brisbane: Daytime Glow Worm Caves Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

P4,986
per adult
Brisbane: Daytime Glow Worm Caves Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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Rockhampton showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Rockhampton

Seventeen Seventy showing forest scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Seventeen Seventy

Gladstone showing general coastal views and a beach

Tannum Sands