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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

3.5 star property
Waterfront motel with marina and outdoor pool

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Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views
Terrace/patio
Reception
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views
Standard Queen & Single

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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136 Pt Cartwright Drive, Kawana Waters, Buddina, QLD, 4575
  • Place, Kawana Shoppingworld
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawana Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Buddina Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen & Single

Standard Queen & Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen And Single

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

About the area

Sunshine Coast

At Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Kawana Shoppingworld and within 15 minutes of Kawana Beach. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a marina. .The bistro, Kawana Waters Bistro, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a terrace. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Buddina motel, attractions include Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Kawana Shoppingworld - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kawana Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buddina Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Warana Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mooloolah River National Park - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 19 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Urban Lamb - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - Kawana Waters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Green Zebra - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Waterfront motel with marina and outdoor pool
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers its guests a marina and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Sunshine Coast motel.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Sunshine Coast motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kawana Waters Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
After-hours check-in should be done in the hotel's game room; available until 3 AM, Monday through Saturday, and until midnight on Sundays.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This motel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Kawana
Kawana Waters Buddina
Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel
Nightcap Kawana Waters Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters
Nightcap Kawana Waters Budna
Nightcap At Kawana Waters
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Motel Buddina

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

As of 7 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$145.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Yep, Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Yep, Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Kawana Beach.

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a pool?

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

No, Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 311 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lee

Spottless
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Satisfactory overnight stay however could not use fridge, T.V , kettle or charge phones as power points were not working.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kathleen Carmel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
carpet needs cleaning,otherwise it was great,the staff very efficient and friendly. thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof was very clean and the staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean, spacious & a good firm mattress. Location is great for shopping as your across the road from Kawana shopping centre.
Balcony
View from balcony looking towards the pub
View from the pub
View from the pub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, perfect for our needs. The pool area is lacking, but we didn’t go there to use the pool anyway. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool cleaner left in pool Very strong bleach odour from bathroom Had to leave fan & light on . Had lunch at hotel forgot our food then served it cold . And no discount with card given Bathroom need attention #3
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

josie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room was a good size and the patio outback was great..very close to shops and central so was a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLENDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was central to my needs, great pace to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Triona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thank you for the stay, booked a few days out, the room was all we needed, bedding lovely, understand an older property but it looks the best it can, given the age etc. Great location for dining, shopping conveniences etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good to have a pub attached.Meals good and being monday night took part in trivia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were helpful but the noise from drunk patrons late at night was excessive. There is also a boat business directly behind the apartments so we got that noise and smell from them during the day. On a positive note It’s definitely well located for shopping and eating We have stayed at other Nightcaps and have been happy but this is one I would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights from check in to check out the whole experience was good. We especially enjoyed the positive attitude all staff had. Excellent beds very comfy, slept well,will definitely stay again when up in the Sunshine Coast again, thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms has doors both ends so no airflow.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy one night stay

Check in was messy but got sorted and an extra fee drink in the bar soothed the minor frustration. Staff were friendly. Room was big and comfy. Parking was limited so get in quick and finding the place was odd as it's set back off the road. Bistro meal was very good value though having my main arrive when I'd barely started my entree seemed odd. A busy but vibrant pub - it was Father's Day. Central and near shops and the manager had good advice about things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for my needs, late check-in was handled well by very pleasant staff member. The room was clean, well presented, lovely new bed with well laundered bed linen and towels, the room seems to be nicely updated. I have stayed here before and would not hesitate to stay again, very happy with my time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalba

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our three night stay. We ate at the hotel each night. Meals and service were great. Just disappointed in our meal on the third night but would not hesitate to go back. Location was perfect. Room was good size. Bed very comfortable. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Saengdao

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night before running the marathon so stay was short. We were right next to the beer garden so was loud when trying to sleep. Had we been there for another reason it probably wouldn’t have been an issue. Really nice to get a free welcome drink voucher. That was very cool and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darrell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheamus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Right price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy being able to stay adjacent to dining area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025