Shingley Beach Resort

Shingley Beach Resort

A luxury apartment opposite to the harbour and a small dog walking park.

They are dog friendly; the 1st apartment resort in Airlie Beach. The dog friendly rooms are an additional $30 per night.

Their link also has a list of dog friendly cafés and restaurants; a great initiative there of the Shingley.

They have 2 swimming pools, plus there are BBQ facilities, alfresco dining area, free WIFI and undercover parking. Our brief said “dog friendly accommodation with pool”; this property sure met that brief and then to have 2 pools is even better.

Best Western Plus Quarterdecks Retreat

Best Western Plus Quarterdecks Retreat

Situated close to the waterfront in Urangan this property is close to the Marina and Boat Ramp.

There are 61 Villas within the retreat and a selected number of villas are dog friendly. At the time of writing the pet friendly villas attract a $50 fee for 1-2 nights and $100 for 3-nights or more.

The Retreat requests that you contact them direct to discuss your dog needs before making your booking.

There is a communal pool, spa, and sauna for guests to enjoy. There is free WIFI and a short 60m walk to a pet friendly beach.

Searching for somewhere with a bit more space and with pet friendly accommodation Hervey Bay and surrounds? These villas are in a great location, have great inclusions and facilities to make the most of your stay. It certainly fits in our brief of “dog-friendly resorts”.

Rainbow Beach Holiday Park

Rainbow Beach Holiday Park

If you are wanting a quieter alternative to the Sunshine Coast, then head about 1 hour 15 minutes North on the Bruce Highway towards Gympie, where you exit and head East out to Rainbow Beach.

This holiday park is dog friendly but dogs are excluded in peak times such as Easter, Christmas and New Year as well as public holiday long weekends.

The park has a range of powered and unpowered sites for caravans and RV’s.

It is a great family friendly location where the emphasis is on the ocean for swimming, fishing, or heading out in the boat; if you don’t have one then they can be hired at the nearby marina.

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park – Helensvale

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park - Helensvale

Adjacent to the Pacific Highway in Helensvale; right in the heart of where most of the theme parks are located as well as several major shopping malls, and the gateway to the Tamborine Mountain hinterland region.

There is a wide choice of powered Caravan sites, including ensuite and premier sites. Pets are welcome at all of the Caravan sites; they must stay in your own caravan or motorhome. While visiting you must follow the park pet policies.

Dogs are required to be on a leash in the Holiday park, and another condition is that your dog’s vaccinations are up to date and we would suggest that you discuss your dog’s requirements prior to booking.

A major feature of this Holiday Park is their water park, filled with outdoor fun for all of the family. If you have friends in the area, they can visit and pay fees that vary depending on whether the use the water park or not.

Dog friendly accommodation with pool was the brief? I think this one would be hard to beat.

Golden Sands Retreat

Golden Sands Retreat

Wagait Beach and Mandorah are only 15-minutes by ferry from Cullen Bay, Darwin. To drive there its around 90-minutes following Highway 1 and Highway B34.

The main house can accommodate up to 10 people; a Master Bedroom is upstairs along with kitchen, living and a 2nd shower and toilet. There are 2 further bedrooms downstairs that share an ensuite. There is also a 2nd living room, kitchenette and laundry downstairs. The property has a plunge pool.

They are pet friendly at the owner’s discretion and you will need to apply in advance.

Mataranka Homestead

Mataranka Homestead

There are cabins and motel rooms at this property. It is Campground No. 1 that is the pet friendly accommodation option at this property. Pets must be on a leash at all times due to the proximity of the National Park.

In addition to a Bar there is a Kitchen that has takeaway food. In the busy season they open their Bistro in the evenings. It is a short 100M walk to the local thermal pools. Like anywhere in the NT, make sure you read and follow the signposted information and warnings; in particular relating to currents, rocks, and crocodiles.

Darwin Waterfront Wharf Escape Holiday Apartments

Darwin Waterfront Wharf Escape Holiday Apartments

These luxury apartments are in the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. There is a selection of 2 apartments that are dog friendly, subject to pre-approval before booking.

Wharf Escape One is a deluxe 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom self-contained apartment with a balcony and sea views.

Wharf Escape Two is an executive 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Apartment self-contained apartment with sea views.

Mary River Wilderness Retreat

Mary River Wilderness Retreat

This retreat is halfway between Darwin and the Kakadu National Park.

Although an eco-tourism property they will consider pet friendly bookings for their camping sites and that means getting your dog application approved prior to making your booking.

The property includes an onsite restaurant, 2 swimming pools, a Camp Kitchen, fish cleaning station, and laundry plus all of the back-to-nature experiences.

Mercure Darwin Resort

Mercure Darwin Resort

This resort has a promotion called the Pampered Pet Package that is subject to availability and to being booked directly with the hotel (see below) and not using the online booking service.

The package advertised at the time of writing this consisted of; accommodation in a pet friendly room, bedding and food bowl for your dog to use during the stay, and a gift for your pet.

Conditions also include your dog being on a leash while on the property and that it must not be left unattended at any time.

Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park

Territory Manor Motel

This park allows dogs at their various types of site as well as in the onsite accommodation. There are charges if dogs are inside and that may also attract an additional charge if any damage is done by your dog.

Other facilities include an onsite restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch & dinner), BBQ, laundry and swimming pool. They are also close to the thermal pools.