Shire of Burnett

Travel Guide

Elliot River at dawn
A long exposure shot taken at Kellys Beach in Bargara. It's superb to sit and have a hot coffee while watching the sea gulls, children playing and etc. Visit Bundaberg oneday in your life. I'm sure, it will be a life time memory for anyone.
Bargara is a coastal town in Bundaberg Region. The town lies 384 kilometres north of the state capital Brisbane and just 13 kilometres east of Bundaberg. Bargara is considered to be a satellite town of Bundaberg, with only sugar cane fields separating the two centres. Between 1912 and 1948, a railway connected the two centres. At the 2011 census, Bargara had a population of 6,893.
Lady Elliot Island is located off the coast of Queensland, Australia. A reserve and eco resort, it's a great place to snorkel and see wildlife around the southern Great Barrier Reef. What makes it so special is that it's a hot spot for swimming with manta rays
This is the ship loading section at the Port

Where to stay in Shire of Burnett

Bargara showing a beach and general coastal views

Bargara

Bargara is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Bargara Beach and Kelly's Beach while you're in town.

Bargara
Bargara featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

Mon Repos

While visiting Mon Repos, you might make a stop by sights like Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Mon Repos Beach.

Mon Repos
Bundaberg Central featuring heritage elements and night scenes

Bundaberg Central

While visiting Bundaberg Central, you might make a stop by sights like Moncrieff Theatre and Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery.

Bundaberg Central
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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.

Innes Park
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Coral Cove

Travellers enjoy Coral Cove for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Great Sandy Marine Park while you're in the area.

Coral Cove
Aerial view of Lady Elliot Island coral reef in Queensland Australia. The lighthouse is visible on the bottom right. This is the first island of the great barrier reef.

Bundaberg West

Visitors to Bundaberg West appreciate its spas. A visit to Moncrieff Theatre and Bundaberg Railway Museum might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Bundaberg West
Oscar Motel

Oscar Motel

3 out of 5
252 Bourbong Street Bundaberg West QLD
The price is HK$713 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
HK$713
HK$793 total
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (577 reviews)
Room was all we needed for an overnight stay to attend a birthday party

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Oscar Motel
Don Pancho by the Beach

Don Pancho by the Beach

3.5 out of 5
58-62 Miller Street Bargara QLD
The price is HK$965 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
HK$965
HK$1,062 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (469 reviews)
This is our 2nd time staying here and the accommodation and service has been excellent. Our rooms have been clean and tidy with great views of the coast We will definitely be back 👍👍👍

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Don Pancho by the Beach
Burnett Riverside Hotel

Burnett Riverside Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quay Street Bundaberg Central QLD
The price is HK$731 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
HK$731
HK$814 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free parking, room service and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (643 reviews)
15 mins from Mon repos for the turtles. Great staff and hotel has a restaurant as well as a pub with food across the road

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Burnett Riverside Hotel
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Don Pancho by the Beach

Don Pancho by the Beach

3.5 out of 5
58-62 Miller Street Bargara QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (469 reviews)
This is our 2nd time staying here and the accommodation and service has been excellent. Our rooms have been clean and tidy with great views of the coast We will definitely be back 👍👍👍

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Don Pancho by the Beach
Kellys Beach Resort

Kellys Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 Trevors Road Bargara QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Kelly's Beach and Bargara Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
Villa’s are larger than expected. Clean and tidy. Setting is lovely and relaxing.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Kellys Beach Resort
The Point Resort

The Point Resort

4 out of 5
19-25 The Esplanade Bargara QLD
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Bargara Beach and Barolin Rocks are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (721 reviews)
It was pouring rain and flood warnings, it’s a fair walk to reception, I saw the parking area gate was open so drove in there and headed to reception. Sharon did not great me first thing out of her mouth was I want to know how you are coming up from the gara

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Point Resort
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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.

Popular places to visit

Bargara Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

Bargara Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Bargara Beach
Kelly\'s Beach which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline

Kelly's Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Kelly's Beach
Bundaberg

Bundaberg Barrel

4/5(1 review)

Discover the brewing process, local ingredients and traditional recipe of one of Australia’s favorite sodas when you visit this interactive brewery.

Bundaberg Barrel
Bargara which includes a park

Barolin Rocks

4/5(1 review)

Grab your snorkel and take the plunge into the Woongarra Marine Park to see turtles, rays and diverse reef fish just a few feet from the shore.

Barolin Rocks

Bundaberg Rum Distillery

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Bundaberg Rum Distillery during your travels to Bundaberg. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Bundaberg Rum Distillery

Bundaberg Hospital

If Bundaberg Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Bundaberg.

Bundaberg Hospital
Bargara showing a beach and general coastal views

Bundaberg

Family on a vast beach with overcast cloudy sky

Woodgate

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