Holiday rentals and lettings in Airlie Beach

Long recognised as a popular holiday destination, Airlie Beach is a tropical town that will leave you awed by its sparkling waters. You can enjoy relaxing beachfront accommodation on palm-fringed beaches and dreamy turquoise waters. Airlie Beach offers a timeless summer surrounded by rainforest hills, Coral Sea views and quaint open-air restaurants. It really is an enticing destination worth exploring.

About accommodation, Airlie Beach caters for all budgets, from cosy rentals to luxury holiday lettings. You can enjoy infinity pools with stone waterfalls and hot tubs set in gardens covered with palm trees and other tropical plants. Inside the property, you'll have balconies and terraces with aquamarine sea views, high-end kitchens, beautifully decorated rooms, high ceilings and spaces well lit by natural light.

Airlie Beach is located next to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef system in the world! The reef is home to eye-catching marine life such as tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, dolphins, sharks and more, and can be accessed from Airlie Beach by a Reefworld pontoon located at Hardy Reef. From the incredible amount of marine life to the fascinating coral formations, you can discover this wonderful natural system by taking a tour with different tour companies.

As well as being the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach is also the gateway to the stunning Whitsunday Islands. Located to the east, in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, this oasis of 74 mostly uninhabited islands is a total delight to visit. With seven developed islands including Hamilton, Hayman, South Molle, Daydream, Long and Lindeman Islands, you'll have plenty to see! Traverse the crystal clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef by boat and venture into the dense jungles and paradisiacal beaches of these islands.

Known for its beautiful beaches, Airlie Beach does not disappoint lovers of sand and sun. Boathaven Beach offers a quiet spot for families in particular. If you like to be away from the crowds, Hideaway Bay, a short drive from town, will surprise you with its scenery, soft sand, calm waters and shady trees. South of Hideaway Bay, you can enjoy Dingo Beach with a cold beer while soaking up the sun. Whitehaven Beach, on the other hand, is a pristine beach on Whitsunday Island. With white sand, clear waters, and warm waves, it's a paradise worth a visit from Airlie Beach.

Nestled in the hills above Airlie Beach, Conway National Park has a variety of hiking trails, ranging from short walks for beginners to days-long adventures along the Conway Circuit. You'll also find easy and difficult cycling trails that will take you more quickly through the abundant natural beauty. The rainforests of Conway National Park also offer Segway tours, as well as the Airlie Beach boardwalk. More adrenaline-filled activities such as skydiving offer a unique view of turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. While kayaking mixes relaxation and adventure.

Swimming in the Airlie Beach Lagoon is one of the essentials in the city. The lagoon is a freshwater swimming pool with all the facilities and a children's pool that make it a great place to spend a family day out. Don't miss the chance to cool off in this idyllic artificial lagoon and take in the sea views. Free entry to this pool makes it one of Airlie Beach's top places.

Snorkelling or scuba diving on Australia's undisputed icon, the Great Barrier Reef, is undoubtedly a unique holiday opportunity. Opt for a scuba diving cruise, immerse yourself in this crystalline marine paradise and get close to this coral-laden strip to discover its colourful inhabitants. This great natural attraction is high on every Airlie Beach visitor's bucket list!

Just 20 minutes from Airlie Beach, discover Cedar Creek Falls. This hidden gem is home to a freshwater swimming hole away from the crowds where you can relax and unwind. Visit this wonder during the wet season to see the waterfall in all its glory and relax in the refreshing clear waters. You may even get to see wild turtles here.

With impressively vibrant flavours, we recommend you enjoy the wide variety of cuisine that Airlie Beach has to offer. From a plate of battered fish and chips, tempura prawns, Pacific oysters and sashimi, classic fresh Australian seafood is what makes up much of the town's award-winning cuisine. However, we also recommend vegetarian dishes such as banana or pineapple fritters.

Located between Mackay and Airlie Beach in Bloomsbury, visit Bredl's Wild Farm. The place offers amazing experiences with Australian wildlife like no other. Feed kangaroos, cuddle a cuddly koala, pet a wombat and watch a giant crocodile being fed. With 175 acres, you can explore a variety of species and handle exotic animals such as baby crocodiles, snakes and other reptiles.