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Whalewatch Ocean Beach Resort

★★★★ 7 Samarinda Drive, North Stradbroke Island, Point Lookout, AU

8.7 guest rating· 323 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Oceanfront Apartments

Experience breathtaking views of Main Beach and the Coral Sea from our fully self-contained holiday apartments at Whale Watch Ocean Beach Resort. Each apartment features modern amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, flat screen TV, and private balcony.

Resort Facilities for Ultimate Relaxation

Indulge in our fitness center, heated outdoor pool, spa pool, and games room during your stay. Unwind at the barbecue area while enjoying the tranquil surroundings.

Nature's Playground

Encounter local wildlife like kangaroos and bandicoots in their natural habitat. From June to November, witness majestic whales swimming along the coastline from the comfort of your balcony. Explore the pristine environment surrounding the resort for a truly immersive experience.

Book your stay at Whale Watch Ocean Beach Resort for a luxurious and nature-filled getaway on North Stradbroke Island.

Rooms & rates

Premium Ocean View Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 38 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Premium Ground Floor Ocean View Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 38 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Standard National Park Ocean View Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Premium National Park Ocean View Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Deluxe Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 38 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

One-Bedroom Standard Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 116 m² · Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Apartment with Garden View

Sleeps 6 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

One-Bedroom Premium Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Deluxe Ground Floor Ocean View Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 38 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
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  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Indoor play area
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Minimarket on site
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Table tennis
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Terrace
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours

Location

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7 Samarinda Drive, North Stradbroke Island, Point Lookout, AU

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.7323 reviews

+ Great location+ Spacious apartments+ Incredible viewsDirty floorsMould presentWeekend management unavailable
Cleanliness7.7
Service9.2
Location9.2
Room Quality8.7
Amenities8.7
Value for Money8.7

Guest review

10.0

Location, unit was big and beautiful.

Ulrike · AU · 2026-07-10

Lovely to be on Straddie but we were very unlucky with weather for our 2 days.

9.0

View of ocean was lovely with whales visible from the living room. Unit was lovely . Good privacy. Excellent TV.

Bit shocked to have no wifi. Pool area is a mess. Would have been great to have more teabags.

Samantha · AU · 2026-07-02

Guest review

10.0

I liked the privacy and protection from the winds in unit 21

Cheryl · AU · 2026-06-26

Guest review

8.0

Quiet unit as it views onto the natural landscape. Clean and comfortable in a great location in easy walking distance to the shops and beach.

Not been told that the pool area was being renovated until we got there.

John · AU · 2026-06-22

Good to know

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian who must be present at all times. Please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual "Schoolies Week" period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period. Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made. Please note that there is a 1.5% surcharge when you pay with a credit card.

Credit card surcharge is not refunded with cancelations.

Please note thatplease do not permit school students, school leavers, or tertiary students under the age of 18 years old to stay in the resort unless they are part of a family reservation where a responsible parent or guardian will be present throughout the entire duration of the stay. Whalewatch Ocean Beach Resort does not have the resources and staffing levels required to safely manage the specific requirements of young adults during schoolies week and similar events to ensure the wellbeing, safety, and peaceful enjoyment of all guests during these high-risk periods. A credit card is required for security at check-in. Guests are responsible for any damage to the property and must report it immediately. If our rules are breached, such as through noise complaints or damage, this can result in guests being removed from the resort.

Deposit : A credit card is required for security at check-in.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People 3 years old and over stay for AUD 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.