Great Keppel Island Hideaway
Location: The Esplanade, Great Keppel Island, The Keppels, Queensland, 4700, The Keppels, AU
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Stunning Views and Amenities
Enjoy the terrace, garden, and complimentary wireless internet access. Take advantage of the tour assistance, picnic area, and banquet hall.
Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in ocean views at Main Bistro or grab snacks at one of the 3 coffee shops/cafes. Unwind at one of the 3 bars/lounges and treat yourself to a cooked-to-order breakfast.
Convenient Features
Benefit from luggage storage, safe deposit box, and ATM services. Utilize the ferry terminal shuttle and free parking.
Book now to experience the serene beachside stay at Great Keppel Island Hideaway!
Important Information
- Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Boat tours nearby
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Wheelchair accessible
- Picnic area
- ATM/banking
- Snorkeling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Ecotours nearby
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Snack bar/deli
- Playground on site
- Free self parking
- Beach shuttle (surcharge)
- Boat tours nearby
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Banquet hall
- Children's games
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Well-lit path to entrance
Rooms Available
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Island Cabin
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with garden views
Layout - Bedroom
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Wheelchair accessible
- Separate bedroom
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Freezer
- Wheelchair-width doorways
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Standard Studio
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
301-sq-foot room, deck/patio with garden views
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Ceiling fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Deck or patio
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Standard Studio Suite
1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
344-sq-foot room, deck/patio with garden views
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and toaster
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Ceiling fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Deck or patio
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
258-sq-foot room, deck/patio with garden views
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request), window screens, and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Smooth flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bottle of water
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Deck or patio
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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A Frame House
3 Queen Beds
Patio with partial sea views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Yard, iron/ironing board (on request), and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Ceiling fan
Accessibility - Smooth flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Yard
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Beach View
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Patio with beach views
Layout - Bedroom
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and window screens; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Smooth flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Separate bedroom
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
1292-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning
Accessibility - Smooth flooring in room
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Bottle of water
- Yard
- Separate sitting area
- Separate dining area
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Champagne service
- Window screens
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Guest Reviews
- Deborah (8/5): - I didnt like the long walk around to the cabin due to the construction going on but other than that it was a very pleasant stay. It would be nicer to have another option for somewhere to eat also as the food was below average and overly priced.
- Hraeme (10/5): - Staff & food at hideaway Made the holiday great Accomodation is basic but very affordable A beautiful island & being not developed at the moment suited us just noce
- Kathryn (8/5): - Hideaway is set in the most picturesque position.đ The cabins are great, especially with children the bathroom had been updated. The cabins are tired but I can see each time I go more areas are been updated. The staff are really friendly and helpful . Iwill continue to visit this amazing piece of paradise.
- Vivien (8/5): - The Island is beautiful, the facilities are run down and require maintenance.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Beautiful beaches disappointing walking tracks - The accommodation was basic but clean, the coastal island was stunningly beautiful but we werenât advised of the large deconstruction work being carried out so any hiking excursion was out of the question.
- Mike (6/5): - Okay for What you pay but it is not tired it is exhausted Crying out for money to be spent on it. Paying good wages to keep good people. Reliance on backpackers means you lose experienced staff every 3 months. Exhausting for management to maintain cohesion
- Kiearna (10/5): - I didnât have hot water the first day, but staff were very efficient to get that fixedâŚ.. My only complaint is the comfort of the bed I would give a 2/10 but every is different and some people prefer harder beds
- Bruce (10/5): - We had a most relaxing and tranquil 4 days at Great Keppel Hideaway. Our comfortable studio was situated amongst some lovely trees and tropical shrubs. Also, the staff arranged for our luggage to be transported on and off the ferry. We'd love to come back!
- Claire (10/5): - Great Keppel is such a special spot and while the accomodation is very basic, it was a lovely place to stay and we really enjoyed our time there. Staff were absolutely beautiful. We will definitely be back!
- Kerri (10/5): - Love the Hideaway
- Brooke (10/5): Solo Hideaway - GKI Hideaway is just that. Hidden away and not overly commercialised. Fabulous food at the restaurant and cafe and yummy cocktails. Mid week special was great, not too many people and the staff were all super welcoming and friendly.
- Janet (10/5): - Great access to the beach. Good dining menus for a small resort on an island.
- Debra (8/5): - Beautiful beach to swim! Enjoyed our stay!
- Karen (10/5): - Loved my stay at the hideaway, would certainly return.
- Sayge (10/5): - Excellent customer service. Perfect vaca for families or couples
- Maureen (10/5): - Rustic get away. Absolutely gorgeous piece of paradise.
- Debra (6/5): - Hi the photo that advertises the motel room is not the room you get I was very disappointed
- Peter (8/5): - Was a wonderful place to propose to my partner
- Sonya (10/5): - The Hideaway really has been beautifully done with the boardwalks everywhere and just surrounded by nature! Everyone was so helpful and friendly and great meals and great choices for kids to eat!!
- Belinda (10/5): - Great relaxing place for a get away.
- anita (10/5): - The time away was very relaxing. The room was great for the price.
- Kerri (10/5): - Just perfect
- Scott (10/5): - Great room
- Wonita (10/5): Beautiful spot to relax and unwind - A beautiful, relaxing 3 day break. The perfect spot to unwind and not do much. The bistro meals were delicious and I highly recommend Kahuna massage whilst on the island. Such a beautiful, relaxing experience
- Stuart (10/5): - Had a great time. Love this place
- Kathryn (10/5): - Great keppel is an amazing place. Wonderful property close to the beach. Simple and pretty clean. Limited facilities in smaller rooms but enough to enjoy. Lots of activity options such as diving, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Be great to have a few more food options or a small grocery store
- Jason (10/5): - Totally enjoyed the stay
- Allyce (10/5): - Great stay. Reasonable prices
- Zoe (10/5): - Beach was lovely, snorkeling tour was amazing, staff that took us out were very helpful, informative and very kind.
- anita (10/5): - The room was clean, great value for money, really nice to listen to live music.
- Scott (8/5): - Relaxed vibe beautiful waters. Totally enjoyed a few days on the island. Sunsets were magical
- Monica (10/5): - I like there's no free wifi. This way the quietness can be kept. The island is beautiful but I guess the cabins might need some maintenance. I got a drain smell that got fixed but those are the things that need to be checked prior a guest stay. The food is really good. However, I had a bad luck with my Barramundi last night as It was over cooked. It looks like the fish was not cooked properly. The tours are amazing. I did the snorkelling tour and they took us ylto a special location. I will come back again regardless the faults as the staff is amazing and the island is a treasure.
- Michael (10/5): - Basic but clean and tidy rooms at a reasonable price
- janis (10/5): - Fantasy Island: excellent snorkeling from Shelving Beach, Heavenly day at Secret Cove snorkeling and loving the beach, amazing young people from all over the world provide excellent service, gorgeous landscaped pathways, turquoise water, delicious food and coffee. Difficult to leave, really! And sooo affordable. Love Australiaâ¤ď¸
- janis (10/5): - Heaven on Earth!
- Tina (8/5): - Great destination, but despite some renovations is still a bit tired. Always a great place to unwind
- Trent (8/5): - Laid back and relaxed.
- Rossouw (4/5): - The rooms could be upgraded. The smell in the rooms are unbearable. I know it is marine sewage but have stayed in placed where you couldnât even smell it.
- Cherielee (10/5): - beautiful wedding
- Linda (10/5): - Relaxing and chilled location. Staff were great. Will stay again.
- Kerry (8/5): - Great location but felt that it needed a little bit more tlc - looking a little tired and neglected.
- Michelle (8/5): - Not enough menu options, no gluten free options or extremely limited options or vegetarian options. You have a GF brownie but that is about it. Breakfast options very limited. If you are going to have limited options then there should be more flexibility in what is available in the room. The basic room with a fridge, tea and coffee facilities and water fountain should also have cutlery and a microwave especially to assist people medical dietary requirements.
- Howard (4/5): - We are both in our 70âs and were staying at the âHideawayâ There was nobody to meet us at the FastCat to help with our luggage (2 suitcases, esky and backpacks) We also had the same problem finding someone to take our luggage to the 8am ferry back. No complaints otherwise âŚ. accommodation ok.. Meals at restaurant were excellent
- Narelle (8/5): Great Keppel Experience - A beautiful location very close to the mainland with great customer service, and information received, at reception upon arrival. Food at the Bistro was âoutstandingâ, good portions and quite good value. Attitude of some catering staff at times was questionable however the food and atmosphere made up for it. Accommodation (Garden Room) was very basic, as advertised and expected, however the smell from bathroom pipes was a little difficult to take at times. Lots of activities around water sports on site (at cost), lovely walks and idealic beaches. We used Keppel Konnections for the transfer who were professional, on time, friendly and very accommodating. Overall a lovely experience. Feel this getaway is more suited to the younger traveller, young families or those wishing to experience a fun beach day out.
- Dianne (10/5): - Food is fantastic. Staff are amazing. Beautiful amazing property and sea views. Totally recommend to go there.
- G (10/5): Kellys travels - A 30 minute ferry ride from Rosslyn Bay and you arrive on the sands of Great Keppel Island. They meet you and take your luggage to a storage shed. You then go to hotel reception and register and whether or not your room is ready you can fill in time looking around the area. Got into our room before 12 a nice cabin overlooking the water. Neat and clean it had all we required for a three night stay. We took our own food to cook and eat. No stovetop only a microwave and electric frypan, which was fine. Also a full size fridge. The resort also had a restaurant where you could eat and drink if you didnât want to bother with cooking. The water was crystal clear and safe swimming. Lots of walking tracks and snorkeling or other water activities for us to do. All in all just sat back and relaxed listened to the silence.
- Paul (10/5): Great dive trip - Great location and diving
- Verified traveler (10/5): - An off the beaten track island holiday that escapes the crowds. Very relaxing atmosphere and bar and bistro service was excellent and great food. Parked at the recommended security car park providing great drop-off and pick up service to the ferry.
- Katherine (10/5): - It was great- very relaxed, beachside, as advertised. Appreciated the communal kitchen facilities here, and the staff were super friendly and gave great advice with regards to how to spend our time.
- B (10/5): - The staff at Hideaway were brilliant - so friendly and helpful. The location right above the beach was spectacular and excellent for families and kids. The cabin was very basic, minimally equipped, and small, but perfectly fine for a small family's use. A magical family holiday - thanks for making us so welcome!
- Leanne (8/5): Quick getaway - Very enjoyable. Staff lovely and friendly Fast check in Was clean and communal kitchen ample size Are at bistro for dinner, fast service ample seating.
- Geraldine (10/5): - Had a terrific stay. Cabin accommodation was basic but comfortable - and so close to the beach! Hideaway staff went out of their way to be helpful when our arrival-ferry's plans changed.
- Verified traveler (4/5): - The overall running if this property is very poor , facilities are dirty unkempt worse than a really bad caravan park not a resort at all The sanitation treatment is very bad bathrooms well below average standard , putride smell coming from drains , lawn watering during the evening stinks as well Donât expect to be able to prepare much for meals as they do not supply anything but plates bowls coffee cup knife and fork Mini microwave and burnt surface electric frypan and kettle Iâm guessing they want you to eat at their pricey and dirty restaurant with below average food I forgot to mention the 7:00am backpacker maintenance guys who are scraping sand and lifting cement pavers outside your cabin, and the huge farm tractor moving gigantic water tanks across the beach
- Nicola J (10/5): Perfect holiday - We had an amazing time right from leaving Rosslyn bay via Keppel connection to being greeted on the sandy beach of Great Kepple Island. We stayed at Hideaway beach resort which we found .very relaxing. Staff were all very friendly easy to approach. Restaurant had beautiful meals service was fast and cocktails were great. Happy hour each day was met with friendly efficient staff with great recommendations. We all had a fun relaxing time. No TV's we communicated with each other also fellow holidaymakers everyone was very friendly. Beautiful beach resort with many different style accommodations. Totally recommend and will definitely be going back within next 3 months. Extra activities were available we did try our hand at snorkeling got to swim with turtles. 100% recommend Keppel Connection and Hideaway Resort.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Garden view rooms are basic but has everything you need will stay again
- Jenny (8/5): - The food/menu was not very good, not many choices & nothing to eat with tea/coffee for morning/arvo tea, except packets of chips on racks. Buffet was not worth the money. If going again, would take my own food
- Simon (10/5): - What can we say? Paradise within reach. The stay was amazing and spending New Yearâs Eve under the stars was the best time ever
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Not sure where to start! The beauty of the island is spectacular and access to beaches. We were looking for a island where we could snorkel, relax on the beach and be active, Great Keppel offered all of that. Part of the charm is the "roughing it" accommodations so as long as you're okay not having 5-star amenities you will absolutely love it! If you're making your own meals, bring an ample amount of food because there are only chips and ice cream on the island to purchase.
- ChrisToohey (10/5): - We LOVED the relaxed environment and the fabulous staff. It's a little difficult to get to - ferry required and Rocky has no direct flights - but definitely worth the effort. Don't forget to do the jet ski trip around the island. Our daughter is in a wheelchair normally, but the staff were FANTASTIC at accommodating her! Have a holiday in Australia instead of overseas for a change!
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