Bargara

Bundaberg
Bargara which includes a beach and general coastal views
Separated from Bundaberg by lush fields of sugarcane, this tropical paradise has palm tree-lined beaches, surf breaks, a lively esplanade strip and spacious parks.

Visit Bargara and you’ll feel as though you’re on a distant island in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. The seaside suburb of Bundaberg is a reef-fringed oasis with year-round beach appeal. Explore its laid-back swimming beaches or carve up the breaks with your surfboard. Relax in leafy parks and gardens and get a closer look at the local wildlife when you visit the village’s turtle rookery.

A great way to begin your day in Bargara is with a morning stroll along the Esplanade. This paved pathway stretches for 3.7 miles (6 kilometers) and is perfect for bikes, strollers and scooters. Wander along the coastline and visit the viewing platforms or choose a picnic area to return to later.

Magnificent beaches stretch from Neilson’s Park to Archie’s Beach. Take the kids for a swim in the Basin, which is a beautifully sheltered swimming area that is best explored at high tide. Bring your snorkel and mask to have a peek at the little fish that inhabit the waters. More snorkeling sites can be found at Woongarra Marine Park. Bargara Beach is a family-friendly beach directly fronting the northern section of the village. Surfers can check out the breaks that stretch from either side of this patrolled beach. For family fun on dry land, head to Turtle Park and discover the exciting playground, which is shaped like a turtle.

Between November and March, don’t miss the chance to learn about endangered sea turtles at the Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. You might spot their tracks in the sands of Kelly’s, Rifle Range and Neilson’s Park Beach.

Keen anglers will love dropping a line into the man-made reef at Bargara. For a closer look at the stunning reef systems, join a charter tour of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Bargara is a 20-minute drive to the east of Bundaberg and can be reached by car, public bus and taxi. Choose from cozy inns to beachfront apartments. Enjoy year-round beach fun in the sunny suburb of Bargara.


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Top hotels in Bargara

Kacys Bargara Beach Motel
Kacys Bargara Beach Motel
4 out of 5
Cnr Bauer St & Esplanade, Bargara, QLD
The price is P6,792 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
P6,792
P7,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Barolin Rocks and Bargara Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (549 reviews)
"Got an Ocean View room - it was 2nd floor with a balcony, sheltered from wind, great views of life on the waterfront and the beach/ocean"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Kacys Bargara Beach 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 P12,979 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
P12,979
P14,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (381 reviews)
"The hotel was terrific although a little dated. Rooms were clean and tidy and equipped well. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Don Pancho by the Beach
Kellys Beach Resort
Kellys Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
6 Trevors Road, Bargara, QLD
The price is P7,384 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
P7,384
P8,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Kelly's Beach and Bargara Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (404 reviews)
"Nice clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2024

Kellys Beach Resort
The Point Resort
The Point Resort
4 out of 5
19-25 The Esplanade, Bargara, QLD
The price is P12,191 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
P12,191
P13,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bargara Beach and Barolin Rocks ...
8/10 Very Good! (688 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay, amenities to cater for everyone"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2024

The Point Resort
Bargara Shoreline Serviced Apartments
Bargara Shoreline Serviced Apartments
4 out of 5
104 Miller Street, Bargara, QLD
The price is P5,747 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
P5,747
P6,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bargara Beach and Barolin Rocks are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (274 reviews)
"We are 2 mature ladies and we booked Apartments 9a and 9b. This provided us with our own rooms with an interconnected door. Really good for our privacy. The kitchen was very well equipped. The showers were both excellent. The down side was the family upstairs who dragged furniture at all times. It’s ..."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2024

Bargara Shoreline Serviced Apartments
Manta Bargara Resort
Manta Bargara Resort
4.5 out of 5
95-97 Esplanade, Bargara, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Bundaberg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Barolin Rocks and Neilson Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (236 reviews)
"It was a nice apartment, very well presented, however we we stayed for 7 nights and the room was never serviced and we were never asked if we needed anything, like toilet rolls, tea coffee etc."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Manta Bargara Resort
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Mon Repos

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Qunaba

When in Qunaba, you can plan a visit to Mon Repos Conservation Park and Mon Repos Turtle Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Windermere

While there might not be top attractions in Windermere, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kelly's Beach and Innes Park.

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Innes Park

Travelers like the parks in Innes Park, and Innes Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Innes Park
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Burnett Heads

While there might not be top attractions in Burnett Heads, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Neilson Park.

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Rubyanna

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