The best accommodation in Bundaberg

For a pretty large city, there actually isn’t that much accommodation in Bundaberg. At least, aside from all the motels.

Even in the main street in the city centre, it’s mostly motels that you’ll see here. And there’s something charming about the relaxing vibe that creates, with lots of easily accessible and comfortable places to stay in Bundaberg.

It’s a bit strange, though, especially compared to other parts of the Queensland coast, because there are actually lots of things to do in Bundaberg. It has become a popular place for tourists to visits… so where is the best accommodation in Bundaberg hiding?

Well, when it comes to Bundaberg city, some of the motels are really good and almost feel like hotels. There are a couple of actual hotels and guesthouses near the river, which are nice. And you’ll find some lovely apartments.

So all of those options are particularly good if you’re coming to Bundaberg to do things in the city or perhaps you’re stopping for the night as you drive through.

This article is going to focus on those places and will talk you through the best Bundaberg accommodation. But most people who are coming here for a holiday choose to stay instead at nearby Bargara, the beach suburb about 15 minutes away.

There’s a lot more choice in Bargara, so if you’re coming for a longer period or for a relaxing coastal holiday, you may want to consider one of these options instead:

• HOLIDAY PARK: Just outside and right next to Mon Repos, Turtle Sands is a fantastic holiday park with powered sites and cabins, directly on the beach.
• MOTEL: There’s something really cute about the way the vintage Pacific Sun Bargara has been done up with retro furniture and amenities.
• APARTMENT: With a modern design, large pool, and comfortable beds, C Bargara Resort has a range of apartments from one to three bedroom.
• RESORT: The lovely villas at Kellys Beach Resort are set amongst a large lush garden, just a short walk from the sand.

It’s worth noting that Bargara isn’t that big so, wherever you stay, you’ll probably be quite close to the gorgeous beaches.

Wherever you choose to stay, I’d suggest planning for at least two nights if you want to explore the area. And maybe even longer if you want to do a day trip to Lady Musgrave Island. The pace here is relaxed, and you don’t want to rush things.

With all that sorted, let’s head into the city and look at some of the best accommodation in Bundaberg.

Best overall

Because there isn’t a huge range of places to stay in Bundaberg, my top recommendation isn’t somewhere too fancy – it’s somewhere that makes the most of what the city has to offer.

When it comes to the best accommodation in Bundaberg, I think the Burnett Riverside Hotel not only has comfortable rooms, but it has a great location.

Although you’ll normally always find a decent motel as a backup, I would suggest booking the Burnett Riverside Hotel in advance because it can fill up.

Best backpacker

There are a couple of backpacker hostels around Bundaberg that are aimed at farm workers who are staying long term. There’s really only one hostel I would recommend for travellers who are here for a short stay.

Best motel

There are lots of motels in Bundaberg and many of them are great options for your stay (some are not so great). These ones are my top picks.

Best hotel

There aren’t too many places to stay in Bundaberg that are considered hotels (as opposed to motels) but there are a few good options, each offering something a bit different.

Best apartment

For longer stays or for larger groups, there are some nice self-contained properties that will give you a bit more space or comfort.