The Sunshine State has more than earned its reputation as a family holiday destination, with trademark summery weather, stunning scenery, and laid-back vibes. From theme park adventures to beachside relaxation, our holiday park network has top-notch accommodation to pair with your trip. We’ve cherry picked a shortlist of cabins at coastal and regional destinations around Queensland—no doubt, they’ll have you reaching for your phone to book your next getaway on the G’day Parks app.
Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park
Far North Queensland has never looked better than a stay at Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park. Proximity to the splash park will be a hit with the kids, not to mention the bouncing pillow! Hire stand-up paddleboards and kayaks for the lake or grab a life jacket and join a white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River. If you want a tasty takeaway dinner without needing to leave the park or wait for a delivery driver, there’s an on-site café and general store. That said, you could always fish for barramundi by day and cook it on the park BBQs by night. Cairns is a charming tropical city, with highlights including its botanic gardens, aquarium, riding the Kuranda Scenic Railway through the rainforest, and soaking in waterfall swimming holes.
Alex Beach Cabins and Tourist Park
Dreaming of the Sunshine Coast? Head on up to Alex Beach Cabins and Tourist Park. There’s a playground, activity room, and kids’ facilities on-site for the little ones. Say ‘Crikey’ to wildlife at Australia Zoo, where your family will be on the edge of your seat during the daily shows in the Crocoseum. When the sun’s shining (which is most days around here), it’s your choice between the park’s cool swimming pool or the lapping waves of Noosa’s Main Beach. Shop ’til you drop on Hastings Street before enjoying a delicious meal on the waterfront. Noosa National Park has outstanding bushwalking trails, and the boardwalk is great for a light beachside stroll.
Nobby Beach Holiday Village
Ready, set, Gold Coast! Nobby Beach Holiday Village is the perfect base, whether you’re coming for the theme parks, beaches, or nature. Add in a 35-metre-long heated waterslide, waterpark, junior playground, Ninja Warrior-style playground, games room, tour desk, and kiosk, and you’ve got all the elements for a fun-filled stay. Embrace your inner child with rides, shows, and waterslides at the five theme parks: Warner Brothers Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, Sea World, DreamWorld, and WhiteWater World. If you’re a family of animal lovers, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Paradise Country, and Thunderbird Park are the places for you. Of course, no trip to the Gold Coast is complete without stopping at the beaches, especially Surfers Paradise, so pack your bathers for days in the sun.
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
Sign up for tropical paradise at Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach, with resort-style accommodation next to Conway National Park. Wake up for the daily bird feeding at 8am, then fill your day with in-park entertainment. We’re talking a bouncing pillow, TV and internet room, go karts and bikes for hire, and a playground. The calm blue swimming pool is partnered with an exciting waterpark. You’re able to book local activities at the tour desk—and with the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands nearby, you’ll definitely want to plan a couple of day trips. Head to the beachfront every Saturday from 7am to 1pm for the Whitsunday Markets, where you’re sure to come home with local treasures and fresh produce.
Brisbane Holiday Village
Planning a city escape to Brisbane, and looking for a holiday park to provide value and entertainment? Brisbane Holiday Village has a delightful swimming pool, whether you’re fully immersed or watching the light sparkle on the surface from a sun lounge. The shallow lagoon pool with mushroom fountains is always popular with children, as well as the playground, tennis court, multi-purpose sports field, and 18-hole mini golf course. The city is less than fifteen minutes away to make South Bank your playground; ride the Wheel of Brisbane, peruse the markets, swim at Streets Beach, and look around the arts precinct. To see Story Bridge, take the kids on a cruise along the Brisbane River or dare to tackle the Bridge Climb. Mount Coot-Tha Reserve has plenty of bushwalking and mountain biking trails, and you can hold a koala at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. On top of all that Brisbane has to offer, it’s not far to check out the Gold Coast’s theme parks, either…
Discovery Parks - Coolwaters, Yeppoon
Perfectly positioned between the wide river and refreshing ocean, Discovery Parks - Coolwaters, Yeppoon has family stamped all over it. Palm trees and jungle forest give a tropical flavour to your trip. It’s a short walk to park facilities like the family bathroom and BBQ areas. Kids can play on the bouncing pillow, tennis court, half basketball court, BMX track, and pedal karts for hire. There’s a glamourous pool and delightful waterpark to beat the heat—that is, if you can resist the call of the beach and river for your favourite water activities, especially when the park hires out stand-up paddle boards and kayaks. Greet kangaroos and koalas at Cooberrie Park Wildlife Sanctuary or purchase a guided tour of Koorana Crocodile Farm (home to 3,000 crocs). The Capricorn Caves will leave you speechless, and a day cruise to Great Keppel Island is a must.
Family adventures never run out at G’day Parks. With more parks and more choices, there’s somewhere to suit every family—book your next getaway now on the app.
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