Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

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

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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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Daniel • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

Location.
Clean
Bed were comfy

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
10
Pros:

Clean, tidy and very good hotel.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • au
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • au
10
Pros:

Location was amazing, beds were really comfortable and the staff were lovely to deal with.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Glen • family_with_children • au
5
Cons:

The balcony was overlooking the smoking area of the pub.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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LjsGC • couple • au
6
It served its purpose of one night.
Pros:

We only stayed 1 night. We liked We could walk to dinner and back to room. Checkin was quick and easy. Reception staff polite. The Hotel was gorgeous. Great views from Hotel. Hotel staff polite. Complimentary water in room fridge was a bonus.

Cons:

The musty smell in the room. Perhaps some plug in airfreshners would help. It was not a pleasant smell. The beds were so hard and uncomfortable. We both had next to no sleep because of this. The plastic mattress cover, I understand why, but that made the bed worse. We had a filthy pool right out side our room. The scum mark around water mark on tiles was gross. Yuck! You would swim in that if you wanted to be sick!

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • au
9
Great stay, comfortable, easy to access location, and had everything I needed!
Pros:

The location was great, rooms were quiet and private, and in general lots of things were available close by. Staff were friendly and helpful when checking in.

Cons:

The dining room and orders for meals closed relatively early compared to the events I had on, but would be suitable for most people.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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christophe • couple • nc
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Strangaric • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Position.
Very comfortable bed.
Clean.
Friendly staff.
Good parking.
Close to shops.
Courtyard on lower level.
Good quality toiletries.

Cons:

Noise till late from hotel.
Fan not functioning in the bathroom.
Not enough cupboard space for clothes.
Smoking permitted outside too close to other room sliding doors.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

I liked to size of the room and the convenience to facilities

Cons:

The noise from the hotel

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Clarkson • solo_traveller • au
8
Pleasurable
Pros:

Close to shop and facilities

Cons:

All good

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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McKay • solo_traveller • au
5
Cons:

Toilet ran continuously so refilled all the time which was quite noisy all night

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Dennis joseph • couple • ph
5
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • couple • au
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sharyn • solo_traveller • au
9
Great value
Pros:

I loved my recent stay at the Nightcap , l hotel next door had such a fantastic restaurant on the water. Food was amazing great menu , and so relaxing looking out on the marina.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • au
4
It served a purpose for 1 night but it would be a nightmare staying longer.
Pros:

Staff who greeted us was very nice and friendly. 2 free drinks were a nice gesture

Cons:

Very noisy with hotel guests leaving, doors slamming etc. Beds were small and uncomfortable. Very poor value at $300 a night. Hard to get parking close.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • nz
5
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Room was very tired. Shower was tiny. Price was high possibly due to sports event happening at the time

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Christine • family_with_children • au
9
Central, clean modern apartment would def stay again.
Pros:

Very clean and updated. Free drink on arrival lovely. Convenient.

Cons:

Just had bit trouble finding reception staff on arrival sun. But managed.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

The location

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rosemarie • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee