Name: at Waters Edge Resort
Address: 4 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach, 4802, AU

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2026

Taylor

Wonderful location, amenities, and views!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Shannon

This is our go to place to stay in Airlie Beach. We’ve stayed many times and always return. Our room had been renovated since our last stay and looked amazing. The property has the best views, lovely pools, hot tub and a decent size gym. The location is amazing, yes, there’s a little hill to walk up but it’s worth it.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Rosemerry

Unit was well equipped for a comfortable stay. We had a lovely view and plenty of car parks available.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

PIOTR

Lokatiom and view

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2026

Cale

Great Position

Business

6/10

Pleasant

03 Apr 2026

Xena

It was a quick stay just to getaway! Lounge chair was badly stained and outside deck looked like someone dropped a cup of coffee that splattered every where and wasn't cleaned up, apart from that, we loved the space and amentaties

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Mar 2026

Ronald

Spa dirty.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

21 Mar 2026

Ken

This property is quite run down and could use a real good cleaning of all the outside areas, walkways to the rooms and the pool area. We spent a week and there was bird poop, old bandaids, dead bugs, etc that were never washed down. The pools were nice but you had to wear your thongs all the time.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Mar 2026

Margaret

Amazing

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Laurie

3rd time staying at this hotel, always clean, friendly staff and great location.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Mar 2026

Andrew

Great views, and excellent location, spacious rooms.

The kitchen lacked some equipment & the washing machine didn’t work, and the staff weren’t very helpful trying to sort the issue.

Minor problem overall a pleasant stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2026

Jee

The Wifi here is slow and disconnected occasionally. Otherwise, this place was fantastic.

Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Feb 2026

Joel

Convenient location and great sized rooms

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

Roxanne

Amazing and relaxing stay. Lovely and spacious apartment in a fantastic location, right next to the Main Street in Airlie Beach

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2026

S

Great room with outdoor spa. Plenty of room for a couple Close to restaurants & bars & shops. Great spot

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jan 2026

Siddique

The location and spaciousness of the place are 5-star. The interior has been refurbished and it was very comfortable. The washer and dryer in the apartment made this highly convenient. The pool was pleasant and had an awesome view. The bathrooms are 3-star (could use some new grout) but not as bad as what I read on other reviews. Parking is included and easy. For a family, I would definitely stay here again. Things I wish I knew before arriving: 1) you must make arrangements for check-in after 5pm; 2) this is a true apartment and not a hotel (no service to the room unless you stay longer than a week).

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2025

zachary

Fantastic room! Spacious & gorgeous NEW amenities; great view from room/porch; incredible SPACE! Kitchen was large & had everything! Highly recommend; Michelle at front desk was very helpful & friendly.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

Natalie

I had a wonderful time thank you

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2025

Adam

Super views super location amazing room would highly recommend

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Dec 2025

Nam

Big and clean room. Staff very nice. Closed to Main Street

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Dec 2025

Roger

First, the good. The receptionist with the blond curly hair was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The bad….the room was really dated. Separate of the the couch smelled really bad and the seat sank like there was no support. The pool area was really bug friendly. Maybe thats not their fault. Unfortunately the elevator didn’t work when i was there and I had a hard time getting to my floor as the emergency stairwell had floor 2 locked from the inside.

Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Nov 2025

Madeline

Place was nice and a good location! Women at the front desk were lovely and very helpful! The apartment beds were a little too firm, our laundry machine was broken throughout our stay (we were counting on using it), and our shower toiletries were empty on the first day until we asked for more. Would recommend for a good place with a good location, but certainly not luxurious!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2025

KAY

Loved the location of the hotel, so close to the best restaurants in Airlie and a spectacular view over the water. The two bedrooms were very comfortable and we had everything we needed for a lovely stay.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2025

Donna

The location is FABULOUS so close to the shops, loved the pool areas, and didn't realise they had a spa and that was warm enough. Only a small hill to climb (and Airlie has many !!!), friendly staff and good clean apartments. I've stayed there twice and would book again based on location alone.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

03 Nov 2025

Jodie

Staff friendly. Shower a little mouldy. Great views. Nice comfortable furniture.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2025

ALLISON

We had an amazing stay at Waters Edge! The location was perfect, an easy 4 min walk (walking with young children) to the shops, grocery store and about 8 minutes to the lagoon. The resort is at the bottom of a steep hill and we were thankful we didn’t have to walk up it! The folks at the front desk were very helpful and friendly. The room itself was clean and comfortable. The pools were beautiful and thoroughly enjoyed!

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

Greg

Waters Edge is NOT on the water .... it is better.

A short walk up hill just behind Main Street gives you amazing views out over main beach and harbour.

Three ppols to choose from ...

And note ... Woolworth just across road with Grog shop ... just so convenient !!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

Simone

Great property in very convenient location

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2025

Samantha

Fantastic 2 bedroom apartment with great facilities. Such amazing views. Close to the main street of Airlie Beach so was easily able to walk places.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Irene

Lovely large apartment with great view and close to everything.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2025

Arty

Ideal location

Our apartment was recently updated & had reviewed needed. The 3 different pools were amazing. Ideal location, could walk everywhere. Really great for families.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Anthony

Great location so we didn't need a car

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2025

Susan

We stayed at this facility a few days before and after a 7 day cruise around the Whitsundays the second apartment after the cruise had a leaking washing machine and faulty hairdryer and wasn’t as clean as the fist either some good left from previous guests in the cupboard and the lifts were being renovated as were some of the exterior areas around the pool it is a good location but there is a steep walk from the main shopping and eating precinct that won’t suit the unfit

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2025

Therese

Lovely welcome, excellent location, spacious room with a great view.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

19 Aug 2025

Anna

Roomy and bedding very comfortable
Unfortunately poorly cleaned, bench tops, around showers toilets dirty. Laindry trough dirty, no milk for coffee. Transport offered to airport waant included and turned out more expensive than public transport. Outside alfreso and passage to rooms unkept

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2025

Alison

Great location, staff,

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jul 2025

Margaret

Airlie Beach

Although I was sick the whole week I spent a lot of time in the apartment, and noticed it is very tired and in bad need of modernisation given the price charged. Very steep hill to get into and out of the property. All through the place there were lots of areas that were not that clean- bare feet kept collecting fluff and hair from previous occupants, and beds although comfortable, did not look the greatest. We were there for a week although cut short due to illness after 5 days. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Vary noisy late at night from singing at the pub in front

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Jul 2025

Lauren

The cafe in the hotel is actually closed, which wouldn’t have been a problem but there wasn’t any notice before the stay began. The room itself was very spacious and would be great for a family. The kitchen was especially well stocked with cooking equipment. The hotel grounds could use a blow as there is a lot of debris and it just generally looks untidy. The view from the balcony is amazing and at a really great price point. If you’re budget minded with a family, this would be a great hotel to stay. The pool was maintained really well and crystal clear. There was outside uncovered parking which was great for us as we had a large ute. It is located very conveniently and is just a short walk to the marina where many of the tours leave from.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Habib

Very clean and convenient property located close to main street of Airlie beach. Walkable from port of Airlie and a very short walk to the beach area. Appt had laundry and dishwasher. clean and tidy with great views. We would go back.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

Average

Very outdated. Not value for money.
Tiles were all cracked on the outside balcony. Mouldy.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2025

Marta

Great spot with walking distance to beach , lagoon and restaurants
Amazing view from 4 th floor

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2025

Yoke

Great holiday stay

We stayed for three days at Water’s Edge Resort. The apartment is spacious with a beautiful sea view.
Simple decor, nice furnishings, well equipped kitchen.
We felt the holiday mood the instant we stepped into the apartment!The undercover free parking was good. Three swimming pools look great but too cold for us to use them. Supermarket just across the road was very convenient. The only downside was poor WIFI .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2025

michael

Michelle at the front desk was awesome with her information and advice. Property was in good repair. Room was spectacular. Highly recommend this property .

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

28 May 2025

Sin Tong

The body wash was empty on my first day of the stay. Called the after hour service, the lady asked for my numbers and said she will need to see what she can do and give me a call back....never received a call back.

The baby wash was refilled the second day but the overall service level was slow and sloppy.

The overall cleanness is terrible, I had bed bugs bites and the window screen in the bathroom was covered with thick layer of dust, the corridor to my room was always wet and with visible rubbish.

The mattress is extremely old, with noticable lumpy surfaces

However the pools are pretty decent.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2025

Greg

Good location steep walk up

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2025

Gary

Very nice

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2025

Peter

It was ok needs a bit of work on the areas outside

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2025

Amanda

Beautiful spot. Rooms a little outdated and cleanliness could use some work but apartment was a good size and very comfortable bed. The pools were a highlight.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

30 Apr 2025

Darren

Needs some tcl

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

Great location , close to shops , parking available . Nice pools

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2025

Lisa

Mould in the bathrooms and the whole room smelt damp.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

Excellent

Reception excellent. Beautiful pools and jacuzzi. Well equipped and comfortable room. Excellent value

Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Mar 2025

kelly

I was promised reimbursement for the taxi fare back to the airport because of a mistake made on the transfer companies end. I have emailed the resort 3 times over the last week and have yet to get any response. It is not the resorts fault that we didn’t get picked up for our scheduled pick up. However, the lady at the front desk is the one who told me to send her a receipt of cab fare to get reimbursed.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2025

David

Convenient to everything and able to walk everywhere

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2025

Anna

Good views

Nice place, good views, lovely area just wasn’t the cleanest and more attention to detail needed. But would definitely stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2025

Heidi

We had booked for 2 nights and ended up booking an extra night
Beautiful big units
Comfy beds and pillows
Nicest big bath
Would definitely stay there again

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

15 Feb 2025

Allana

Property is perfect for families. A bit run down but perfect for what we needed. You do have to walk up a small hill to get to the property but it is very walkable. The bathrooms could do with a regrout and silicone

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Great Location

Great location being only a short walk to restaurants, shopping and the beach. Clean and spacious however there is a steep walk into the hotel and it was a long walk to our room. Three pools available however all of them are in full sun

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2025

Tania

No air conditioning in living area , only in bedroom . It’s was hot and uncomfortable. Had to sit in the bedroom to keep cool , really disappointed as it was advertised with air conditioning so it should have it . Room was dated aswell

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jan 2025

Rachel Nick

This is not a hotel, as per the Expedia info! It is an Apartment building. So no room servicing, unless staying a week. You do get your own washing machine and dryer - which was fantastic (if you’re ok doing your laundry on vacation!). We had to ask for detergent as this was not in our room.

The apartment itself was great - everything you could want or need for a stay in Airlie Beach - even included a Nespresso machine! Just be aware of added extras - ie cost to rent beach towels - also not included, as expected if you book from Expedia!

Please also be aware that the apartment hotel is on a very steep (but relatively short) incline - if you have mobility issues this might prove extremely difficult as no handrails are provided. Otherwise, access to town is a stones-throw away, Woolworths just across the street (use the delivery short-cut!), and the pools are great!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2025

Craig

The location was perfect, close to everything, the view was absolutely spectacular, amenities were amazing

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2025

Kelly

This spot is perfect! It’s so close to everything including restaurants, shopping, grocery store. The pools are amazing with nice loungers and an amazing view. The apartment we had was spacious, well-equipped and also had the same fabulous view. Would definitely recommend.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2024

Tobias

We really appreciate the last minute accommodation as our flights from Hamilton Island were canceled due to bad weather. The room we had was spacious, clean and the staff checked in on us in case we needed anything. The room was well equipped and a great location - close to the ferry building and the local shops/restaurants!

6/10

Pleasant

26 Dec 2024

Guoqi

Nice view to the ocean but given 4 stars i expected more modernized amenities

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2024

Sarah

Great pools and location. Spacious unit.

Leisure

4/10

Poor

30 Nov 2024

Deanna

Staff rude from phone booking and front desk. Advertised cafe and bar but not one there. Toilets to pool area were dirty for the 3 days and never cleaned. Room clean and presentable but staff and facilities not recommended.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2024

Rebecca

A great location, spacious and clean rooms with fabulous views. Conveniently close to shops and restaurants, easy walk to all things Airlie Beach can offer.

Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Oct 2024

Darren

Great location.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2024

Garry

Our room was spacious had a great view and was quiet. Amenities were great.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2024

Lloyd

Great stay!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2024

Helen Barbara Dugdale

What a view, even though our room was very 3 star, just wear and tear on furniture, curtains, bathroom. The bed so comfy, pillows great. No housekeeping, $5 hire for pool towels. Totally self contained. Walking distance to Woolworths and the strip. Loved the pool and the view.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2024

Chern

We stayed in the 2 bed 2 bath apartment for 3 days and 2 nights. Location is good, walkable to Woolies and the main street. Rooms are very clean and comes with a fully functioning kitchen. Highly recommend.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2024

Michelle

WOW WOW WOW. Soooo happy I booked this place.
We had a top floor apaprment and it didnt dissapoint. The best views imaginable. (Apartment 50).
I will most certainly recommend everyone come to Airlie Beach and to stay at Water's Edge.
So close to the main street and woolworths is just across the road!
Pools were beautiful and the resort and rooms are well presented. Definitely do yourself a favour and stay here (high level floor) to get those spectacular views. You wont be disappointed. 10/10

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

21 Sep 2024

Peter

This was not our most pleasant experience of the \"Waters Edge\" brand.
Check the survey monkey review for details.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2024

Tony

We had the best time in Airlie, stayed 8 nights at Waters Edge. Its closeness to town and value for money was perfect for us and we will definitely go back there again. Found staff very helpful and polite.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2024

Donna

Awesome customer service and a GREAT location. Supermarket at your doorstep and the main drag like two seconds away.

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2024

Lindsay

Nice apartments, views on lower floors are blocked by trees. Either pack a chainsaw or request a higher floor if you want a nice view.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2024

Timothy

We like to stay in accommodation that has a breakfast/cafe service for a coffee in the mornings without having to go out, so it would have been nice to be informed that their cafe is not currently running

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Aug 2024

Emily

Loved this place. Would go back. Clean, comfortable, private, great facilities and easy access to town. It was a real tropical holiday staying at this establishment.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2024

Dan

Incredible views

Fantastic location and the view was unbeatable!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2024

Jamie

Excellent service and value.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2024

Allan

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10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2024

wayne

Stunning location, beds and pillows were extremely comfortable. Great views

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2024

Michael

Great place to take the family, with three swimming pools and great views. Great location, just a short walk to everything at Airlie Beach - main street with restaurants, lagoon, beach harbour, Woolworths across the street. Only faults is that some maintenance and furnishings need renewal - sofa seating collapsed, outdoor seating at end of life, noisy exhaust fan in ensuite.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2024

Robyn

Comfortable and spacious rooms, easy walk to town, however do aim for level 2 or above if you want/pay for an ocean view. Trees have grown to tall and obscure what otherwise a lovely view. We changed rooms due to this factor which was no trouble for staff to accomodate - made a world of difference to our 8 day stay (also our original room definitely had not been renovated as stated on the website)

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2024

Yvonne

Close proximity to town centre and restaurants. Great view over Airlie. Spacious unit however needed more plates when 4 people are staying.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2024

Andrea

Beautiful view. The 3 pools are amazing!!!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2024

Frank

June 2024 - great close location to ocean & good views from our Balcony. Lovely resort , some 20yrs old, but still in very good condition.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2024

C

We stayed for seven nights and absolutely loved it. The location was fantastic. The view from our apartment was breathtaking. We will stay here again!!

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2024

Richard

Great location and great staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2024

Verified traveler

Had a lovely stay!

Had a lovely stay! The apartment had everything you need and a beautiful view over Airlie Beach. Close to restaurants, shopping, cafes etc. and beautiful surroundings.

Self

2/10

Poor

19 Jun 2024

Denise

We felt extremely unsafe as the doors did not have any locks on the balcony area had to leave and find alternative accommodation still waiting for a refund.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2024

Jude

Loved our stay at Waters Edge in a 2 bedroom apartment. Staff were very welcoming, room was spotless and the infinity pools were amazing with beautiful views. Everything you needed was close by especially the Woolworths across the road. Thoroughly recommend Waters Edge and can’t wait to stay there again.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2024

Nathan

Good value for money. Partially renovated rooms has freshened up the property

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2024

SHIVADHARSHAN

Fabulous place

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2024

Natalie

Lovely lady on reception to check you in. Very spacious and clean property. Very noisy during the night from outside sources - industrial aircon and guerney from woolworths carpark before 6am.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2024

maryke

Beautiful views . Spacious apartment.Close to CBD.Amazing swimming pools.Loved soap, shampoo and lotion quality and smell.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

25 May 2024

MANUJ

Balcony was so dirty and full of filthy smell because of continuous water sweepage from upstairs balcony leakage spa. Complaint to hotel staff but they refused to change the room. The leakage was prolonged for a long time the hotel staff already knew this problem but still they allotted the room.We stayed there for two days full waste of money as can't enjoy the panoramic sea view , drinks as well as enjoy the beautiful sunny weather in balcony.
Only plus point everything you name it cafe, restaurant, bars ,sea beach ,Safeway and shopping strip is on walking distance

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2024

James

Great views, facilities and pool, very close to town

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

18 May 2024

Janet

It was just ok. While I appreciate it is up a very steep hill to walk up and down, it would not suit anyone with any physical issue. The driveway is very steep. The stairs that are at the side have no hand rails as you climb up. The pool doesn't have real access i.e. hand rails for anyone with any kind of disability. I found it disappointing.

Leisure Self