Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (903 reviews)
Nicklin Way, Buddina QLD 4575 , Kawana Waters , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Great food
Cons:
Staff service issues
Rooms dated
Poor cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
6.81
The place needs a deep clean; very dusty with stains everywhere.
Service
9.28
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.32
Good location; central to everything needed.
Room Quality
7.27
Dated accommodations but kept clean and tidy.
Amenities
8.3
Good amenities nearby, but some areas are aging.
Value for Money
6.76
Paid more than the perceived value of the accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Great food at the hotel next door and discounted meals.
Overall Experience
8.28
Mixed experience; clean and comfortable room but issues with cleanliness and value for money.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 05:05

Property Description

Stunning Marina Views and Beach Proximity
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel offers a picturesque stay just 1 km from the beach. Enjoy marina views from the on-site restaurant and unwind in the outdoor swimming pool.

Entertainment Galore
Indulge in a game of billiards in the sports bar or head to the games room equipped with PlayStation consoles and a small children's cinema. Endless entertainment options for guests of all ages.

Convenient Location
Located near key attractions such as Underwater World and Sunshine Coast Stadium, and just a short drive from Kawana Shoppingworld and Moololaba Esplanade. The perfect base to explore the best of the Sunshine Coast.

Book your stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel for a memorable beachside getaway!

Important information:

Please note that guests must be over 18 years of age or accompanied by an adult. You must show a valid photo ID upon check in.

Please note that this property requires an AUD $100 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges.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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Jul 21, 2026 until Mon, Aug 31, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 903 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 7.27
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 6.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.28
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Katherine couple nz
7
Great location and value for money
Pros:

Great location, good value for price. Right next door to big shopping mall complex.

Cons:

Just a little bit misleading calling it a hotel it’s more like a motel, no breakfast hotel service but that didnt matter as there were so many lovely cafes near the beach that opened at 6am we had a car so no big deal. We didn’t realise a big boat yard was right behind the accommodation wing at times during the day there was a bit of noise but during the night it was quiet. We stayed upstairs the room right on the end, room 9. My husband did say he could hear tge hum of the generators or aircon units from the back of Murthy’s the bottle shop.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Gary S M solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Nice central location.

Cons:

No separate secure parking available - shared public parking with Pub & bottle shop.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Sam family_with_children au
7
Stay was great for what we needed.
Pros:

Location, value for money, comfortable, dining

Cons:

Mini fridge didnt work properly. Pool out of order.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Tim solo_traveller au
6
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Michelle solo_traveller au
10
Everything was done to make our memorial memorable . Amazing food and service.
Pros:

Very good location

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Igor family_with_children au
7
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Melissa solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Very quiet and clean and comfy, recommend.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Angela extended_group au
6
Stay was nice, very busy at the restaurant side Lovely views
Pros:

Room was nice & clean staff very nice.
Location of room not so good open walk way past rooms, dosnt feel safe late at night going back to the room.

Cons:

The thougha fair past the rooms, this needs to be blocked off, I asked the Security to walk me to my room late at night.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Diana couple au
9
Overall good this was our second stay here.
Pros:

Location and the food and view was excellent

Cons:

The bathrooms door was full of rust and we had ants crawling around the bathroom floor .

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Ron solo_traveller au
7
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Michael extended_group au
9
Pros:

Great room, comfy bed, hospitality voucher for each guest, good central location for visiting the Sunny Coast, ample parking, coffee mugs not cups, large bathroom.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Vanishree solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Staff gave clear instructions and also offer credit drink vouchers to redeem in the restaurant

Cons:

Bit of cig smoking smell when balcony door was opened, not family friendly who are non-smoking

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Craig couple au
9
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
C
Carol couple au
9
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Pros:

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Cons:

Bed was a bit soft on the edges

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
M
meng.meng solo_traveller au
7
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
C
crofts family_with_children au
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple au
9
Perfect short stay location
Pros:

Has everything you need for a quick stop. Great to have the pub and restaurant bistro in hand

Cons:

Shower was slightly low pressure but all good

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Gwen solo_traveller au
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Jayde couple au
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
J
Jodie Springer couple au
7
2026-08-03 via Nuitee