May 20, 2018
Pet-Friendly Brisbane, Gold Coast & SE Queensland
Search for a wide range of pet-friendly places in South East Queensland from Brisbane to the Gold Coast for you and your pet.
Although this list is by no means exhaustive, we feel it represents a genuine sampling of the diversity our book has to offer travellers and their four-legged friends.
Brisbane & Surrounds
Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
Stay in this award-winning boutique hotel with your pet.
Lounge by the rooftop pool, sip cocktails at the elegant bar, enjoy high tea or relax in the sauna. There’s also a gym, a business centre and 3 meeting rooms. Spa treatments and parking are available (fee). Pampered pets receive the V.I.Pooch treatment and enjoy a designer ‘Doggy Bag’ containing woof-worthy dog toys. Rooms from $180 per night.
1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley 4006
T 07 3253 6999
Sage Hotel James Street
Nestled in the heart of fashionable James Street Precinct in Fortitude Valley and one of Brisbane premium suburbs, Sage Hotel is also dog-friendly, with rooms available for dogs 18kg & under (terms & conditions apply).* Facilities include free unlimited WiFi, free blockbuster and discounted new release movies and 24-hour reception. With parking, complimentary gym access to Function Well 24-hour Fitness and the Valley Pool, both minutes from the hotel. Room rates start from $139.
70 James Street, Fortitude Valley 4006
T 07 3222 3111
www.nexthotels.com
M&A Apartments
Short and long term stays in the Fortitude Valley. There are a select few apartments that are pet-approved so call prior to booking. One cat or one dog under the weight of 15kgs and well-behaved are welcome. A cleaning fee applies. The property has an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities, and on-site parking. Also included is 1 GB of free WiFi and a Smart TV with Netflix. There is also a private bathroom, a dining area, a washing machine and a tumble dryer. M&A Apartments Brisbane is a 5-minute drive from Brisbane Central Business District (CBD).
25 Connor Street, Fortitude Valley 4006
T 07 3360 8999
City Palms Brisbane
Located just a 15-minute walk to the CBD, this affordable accommodation has a pet-friendly room available but bookings are required prior to arrival. There is a pet fee per night, plus a deposit, and a maximum of two pets per room (weight limit: 88 lb). Walk your dog at nearby Victoria Park or take them to a cafe in the Valley.
Facilities include free WiFi, a heated outdoor spa, BBQ area, laundry, and onsite parking – bookings and payment essential.
55 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane City 4006
T 07 3666 0002
https://citypalmsbrisbane.com.au/
Brisbane Studio
This popular compact studio with a deck is perfect for 1 to 2 people. Pets are considered but there is no private garden or fenced yard. The bus is directly out the front to the city and very close to trendy Paddington and Rosalie great for the endless eating options and great fashion.
Ovolo Inchcolm
This trendy dog-friendly hotel in a 1930s building is a 3-minute walk from Brisbane Central Station and offers refined rooms with free Wi-Fi, minibars and flat-screen TVs, plus iPod docks and iPads. VIP pooches can expect a warm welcome and receive a complimentary doggie pack. The hotel offers a range of accommodation 1- or 2-bedroom suites, some bi-level, feature 4-poster beds, soaking baths and/or separate living areas. Continental breakfast and happy hours are complimentary.
73 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill 4000
T 07 3226 8888
Airport Admiralty Motel
Located close to the airport, this motel offers free Wi-Fi, parking, an outdoor pool and welcomes pets in their designated rooms. Within just a few minutes walk to the Eagle Farm Race Track, Racecourse Road shopping precinct and the new Portside restaurant, Cinema and Cruise ship terminal, Brisbane is right outside your door. Airport Admiralty Motel offers after-hours check-in by arrangement.
95 Nudgee Road, Hamilton 4007
T 07 3268 7899
Sea Captain’s Quarters
Stay in the heart of Manly Harbour Village, a beautiful bayside suburb of Brisbane. All amenities are a very short walk away. This fully self-contained accommodation is the entire upstairs level of an old Queensland home. Up to 4 guests can sleep comfortably in the queen & double bedrooms. Dogs, cats and birds are all welcome inside. Downstairs has its own secure private backyard and laundry. WiFi is available. Tariff $140-$180pn (Linen provided).
Manly, Brisbane 4179
M 0418 715 770
www.seacaptainsquarters.com.au
101 Longland Street
This modern family holiday home with a large outdoor entertainment area is located in Redcliffe, and is within walking distance to the canals with shops and cafes, and only a 20-minute walk to Queen Beach Scarborough. With 4 bedrooms upstairs with the master offering an ensuite, walk-in robe and air-conditioning. Downstairs provides a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, and walk-in pantry, lounge, dining area and with a large outdoor balcony complete with fans. For pets, there’s a fully fenced yard. Pets welcome at an extra fee upon request.
Discounts apply for long term bookings exceeding one month or more. From $1090 per week. Website is the same as On the Rocks at Scarborough.
T 07 3880 0033
16 Fortune Street
This stunning 2-storey pet-friendly house is perfect for a family vacation. Upstairs offers an open plan living area with polished timber floors, which leads to a large verandah, revealing some breathtaking ocean views.
Featuring 3 bedrooms, with 2 queen-sized beds and 1 bunk bed over a double in the 3rd bedroom, this home is certainly a family retreat. There is a bathroom on this level too. Upstairs features a well-equipped kitchen which looks over the bay. A lovely family room, with a built-in bar and a second lounge, makes for a relaxing afternoon downstairs with a patio area. This level offers a second bathroom with laundry. Air-conditioning in the main living area upstairs and the master bedroom. Wifi is available and a fully fenced back yard for your pet if needed, at an extra fee.
The large, green yard offers you direct access to the tranquil waters of Moreton Bay. With the peaceful sound of waves knocking at your door, this holiday home is a beach haven. Please note this property has one garage space for parking with extra parking available on the driveway. Superbly located approx. 30 mins from Brisbane CBD and Brisbane International Airport.
Website is the same as On the Rocks at Scarborough.
T 07 3880 0033
On the rocks at Scarborough
This 4-bedroom pet-friendly family home is perfectly positioned on the hill at Scarborough just metres from the waterfront. With a separate lounge, dining and outside area to fit in the whole family including your family pet. This home also comes with a bonus granny flat if required for some extra family members or a couple of friends who wish to have their own space.
The main house with a king in the master and two other rooms with 2 double bed and a bunk over one of the doubles, sleeping 7 in total in the main house. The granny flat out the back just steps away from the house has a kitchenette, bathroom, lounge and island bench with its own little balcony. The house can be rented at a smaller cost if you don’t require the granny flat or as a whole. Conveniently located just a stroll away from the park with waterfront walking paths, BBQ’s and playgrounds for the kids.
T 07 3880 0033
https://scarborough.century21.com.au
The Wellington Apartment Hotel
Located close to the river and the Gabba. Pets must also be under 10kg and house trained as well as have full vaccinations. A minimum 2-night booking requirement for pet stays.
192 Wellington Road, Kangaroo Point 4169
T 07 3891 1988
www.wellingtonapartmenthotel.com.au
Coopers Colonial Motel
This motel allows pets but you are required to inform prior to booking. Dogs are welcome inside but cat guests are required to stay in a cage – which may not suit all feline owners. The moderately priced motel has a pool and its own restaurant and is conveniently located near to Brisbane’s busy Industrial and commercial precinct.
1260 Beaudesert Road, Acacia Ridge 4116
T 07 3875 1874
Galaxy Caravan Park
This friendly caravan park is located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Pets welcome in your own accommodation – not in the park’s cabins. People travelling with pets will be allocated a shaded space on request.
3813 Pacific Highway, Tanah Merah 4128
T 07 3209 8434
Mirribandi Cottage
This self-contained cottage offers horse and dog-friendly accommodation. It is equipped with BBQ, cooking facilities, comfy beds, leather lounge, TV, a fully dog fenced yard and a big deck to soak up the views making it suitable either a romantic getaway or a family farm stay. Set on 160 acres of rural farmland dogs are welcome indoors. BYO horse and discover a myriad of cattle trails over the hills behind the cottage with unrivalled views from the topmost peaks. BYO wifi. $150 per night. The resident Belgian Shepherd dogs love guests, and occasionally there are puppies to play with!
T 0409 619 327
http://www.mirribandi.com/farm-stay.html
Jacobs Well Tourist Park
Located on the waterfront of Jacobs Well and looking out over the southern end of Moreton Bay, this Tourist Park accommodates dogs with guests staying on powered sites in the special dog-friendly area (conditions apply).
1161 Pimpama-Jacobs Well Road, Jacobs Well 4208
www.goldcoasttouristparks.com.au/jacobswell-parkhome
Penny’s Place
Penny’s Place is the ultimate dog-friendly holiday accommodation on Bribie Island just 350 m from the beach at Pumicestone Passage. Extremely dog friendly with lots of extras for our furry friends! It is fully fenced and private with a very secure safe play areas for your dogs. Facilities include 3-bedrooms, air conditioning, 2 bathrooms, King Bed, Queen Bed and 2 Singles with lots of extras, TV’s, DVD, fully equipped and very new kitchen and separate dining room. The study provides a quiet space for those who need it! Sleeps 6 comfortably. You can have additional persons on request to the agent. There is a double carport with room for boat parking and private deck with BBQ at the rear of the house overlooking the inground pool. Other pets may be considered on request. For bookings contact agent. Small fee charged per dog per stay. From $200 per night (price based on low season).
46 Kangaroo Street, Bongaree 4507
T 07 3408 1006
www.bribieislandrealestate.com.au
Sunburst Motel
Small pets are allowed at this Gold Coast motel. Close to theme parks with a bus stop right outside, a good pool and WiFi. Small pets are allowed but a $10 fee per pet, per night, is required. There is an area for dogs to stretch their legs. During winter months on Marina parade (from Burrows street to Quata Park) the beach is off leash from 5 am to 8 am and then again in the afternoon 4 pm until 7 pm.
37 Brisbane Road, Biggera Waters 4216
T 07 5567 9000
Flinders Beach Campground
If you love camping on the beach with your dog, it doesn’t get much better than Flinders Beach. There are twelve beachfront camping areas along the beachfront accessible only by 4WD from the beach, or by bush tracks. The campsites are in natural areas and some toilet facilities are available (no showers). Dogs are welcome but must be on a lead and under control at all times. 2 dogs maximum per campsite applies.
North Stradbroke Island 4183
T 07 3409 9668 (08:00~16:00 daily)
Main Beach
For a ‘back to basics’ camping experience, Main Beach stretches for 32kms along the eastern side of the island. There are fifteen designated camping areas at the southern end of Main Beach, which offers great surfing and excellent beach fishing. This is a prime location for more experienced campers and 4WDrivers, and campsites are only accessible by 4WD. There are no amenities or drinking water at Main Beach. Dogs are welcome but must be on a lead and under control at all times. 2 dogs maximum per campsite applies.
North Stradbroke Island 4183
T 07 3409 9668 (08:00~16:00 daily)
BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
This is the nearest caravan park to the Gold Coast Theme Parks with family and pet-friendly cabins located across the road from Movie World, Wet’n’Wild, Outback Spectacular & only 2 minutes’ drive from Dream World & White Water World. It’s the perfect place to base yourself when exploring the Gold Coast and it even has its own Puppy Pampering Palace (K9 DIY Dog Wash) and BIG off-leash area to run and roam.
66-86 Siganto Drive, Helensvale, Gold Coast 4212
T 1300 789 189
Holland Haven
This 4-bedroom pet-friendly luxury waterfront holiday home welcomes pets inside.
The property sleeps 8 and provides pet beds, a great entertaining outdoor deck with and swimming pool.
The large main bathroom has a spa bath. This property is a relaxing and affordable holiday house for families and mature groups in a quiet neighbourhood. Holland Haven does not accept party groups or schoolies. Weekend and shorter than weekly stays have a surcharge. From $275 per night.
Broadbeach Waters
M 0419 733359
Bargain Beach Getaway
This renovated 3 bedroom unit in Miami/Nth Burleigh is a fully self-contained unit which consists of the entire ground floor in a two-storey block. The unit extends to your own private large fenced yard so is perfect for the kids to play or pets to roam. This area also includes a private BBQ and outdoor dining facilities. From $199 per night.
The Beach Shack – Mermaid Beach
This beautiful PET-FRIENDLY beachside cottage has been tastefully renovated but has still kept its original charm. Split air conditioning systems in the living area, main bedroom and the bunk bedroom with ceiling fan to the sleep out. The new kitchen and bathroom are neat and tidy but the old floorboards remind you of the classic beach shack of old. Pets are also welcome! Please enquire upon application.
Buzios – By the beach
A perfect getaway for couples, and you can bring the dog too! Live like a local. Enjoy a walk on the beach, or a surf in the world-class waves. Take the kayaks for a paddle in the pristine Tallebudgera Creek. Buzios is located 120m to the beach. A 10min drive from the Gold Coast Airport. Bus stop one block away. A 5min beachfront stroll to Tallebugera Creek and the beautiful Burleigh Heads National Park. Take a bike ride to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Or the weekend Burleigh markets. If you decide to bring the dog enjoy the leash free exercise areas at the northern and southern ends of the beach. From $159 pn.
Burleigh Chill
This 3-bedroom 2 bathroom house with a pool and fully fenced yard is a 5 mins drive to the beach and sleeps 10 guests. This newly renovated home is situated on a quiet street in Burleigh Waters.
Sea Dog Shack Coolangatta (pet friendly)
This 2-bedroom budget beach shack/Villa is an older style unit only short walking distance to the beautiful beaches of Greenmount, Kirra and Coolangatta and Coolangatta town central with loads of retail and restaurants/cafes at your convenience. Aldi in Coolangatta and Woolworths/Coles in Tweed Heads a short 2 min drive to both. From $94 pn.
Bilinga Beach Break
This gorgeous 3-bedroom holiday rental with 2 bathrooms supplies all your needs for a great stay, a fantastic BBQ, comfy outdoor lounge area and an outdoor dining table. All types of well-behaved pets are welcome. There is an on-leash dog beach across the road and a dog park behind the house. Fantastic for people wanting to relax on the Gold Coast. From $315 per night.
390 Coolangatta Rd, Bilinga 4225
M 0437 927 033
Tondio Terrace – Flat 3
This modern 2-bedroom self-contained flat is located metres to Rainbow Bay Beach and is pet-friendly for an additional charge of $15 per pet per night, plus a $100 refundable pet deposit. Two small pets maximum. Coolangatta and Tweed Heads are just a short stroll from Tondio Terrace, with an abundance of dining and shops nearby. Around $67 per night.
239 Boundary Street/corner of Ward St, Coolangatta 4225
T 07 5589 8611
Darlington Park Camping Area
This popular shady campsite welcomes dogs and is located 95KM south of Brisbane. It can get busy so it is best to book ahead during peak time. There is a kiosk, a children’s playground, and flushing toilets. Follow the signposted access on Kerry Rd, 25 km south of Beaudesert. Bookings are recommended for peak periods.
Kerry Road, Beaudesert
T 07 5544 8120
Wongari Eco Retreat
Relax in nature at this secluded retreat, which offers self-contained accommodation, and enjoy the perfect combination of bush and creature comforts. Pets allowed in both cabins.
3196 Christmas Creek Road, Lamington 4285
T 07 5544 8031
Alure Stanthorpe
Treat your pet to something special at this luxury getaway in the heart of Granite Belt Wine Country.
After a full day of exploring and sniffing, your pet can stretch out by the fire, or end the day stargazing in your own private courtyard. Alure Stanthorpe offers the perfect pet-friendly accommodation for you and your best friend. Occasional pet sitting is available on request – 4 hours (max) for $40 AUD.
280 Mount Tully Road, Stanthorpe 4380
T 07 4681 4476
Briar Rose Cottages
Featuring three idyllic cottages in Stanthorpe in the Granite Belt Region.
The cottages are located 1km from the town centre and picturesque Quart Pot Creek and walkways.
Briar Rose Cottages are available to cater for every travel group from couples, families, to groups of friends of all ages.
While pets are welcome, conditions apply.
Small pets only, must be vaccinated, cleaned up after and kept off beds and furniture. $40 surcharge applies.
66 Wallangarra Road, Stanthorpe 4380
Rose City Caravan Park
This small park has accommodation to suit all budgets with clean and well-maintained facilities to ensure you have the perfect overnight stay. There are fully self-contained, air-conditioned cabins, which sleep up to six or choose to stay in one of the comfortable budget priced overnight caravans. The park welcomes all pets, including cats, birds, reptiles and rodents. As long as they are contained when not inside the pet-friendly cabins or in the traveller’s van, motorhome. There is also a selection of drive-through powered sites, both slab and grassed, which will accommodate most size caravan, motorhome or camper from only $30 per night (2 people) and un-powered campsites from $25 per night (2 people). Facilities include a free barbecue area, a coin-operated laundry, book exchange and gas bottle refills are available on site with a dump point conveniently located behind the Puma Service Station next door.
148-160 Glengallan Rd, Womina 4370
T 07 4661 1662
https:// rosecitycaravanpark.com/
Crows Nest Motel
Dogs, cats and horses are permitted to this 4-star country motel. Set in a peaceful parkland there is plenty of room to exercise your pet. Located 40 kilometres north of Toowoomba on the Great Dividing Range making it a welcome stopover for travellers and day-trippers. Crows Nest is only a short drive from the bustling city of Toowoomba. Rooms from $124 per night
7547 New England Highway, Crows Nest 4355
T 07 4698 1399
Country Rose Motel
This pet-friendly motel has 3 rooms set aside for people travelling with their furchild – and is ideal for those wishing to unwind after a long day of driving through the Darling Downs. Facilities include relaxing gardens, a saltwater pool and spa with a BBQ area.
2 Palmer Avenue, Warwick 4370
T 07 4661 7700