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Sun Palms Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Rockhampton with an outdoor pool and a bar

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Food and drink
Front of property
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Front of property - evening/night
Sun Palms Motel in Allenstown combines practicality with relaxation. The property offers conference space and dry cleaning/laundry services for business needs, while the outdoor pool provides a perfect break. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and can unwind with drinks at the bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Family Room (Family Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
160 Gladstone Road, Allenstown, QLD, 4700

What's nearby

  • Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Nissan Navara Arena - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Rockhampton Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rockhampton Showgrounds - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rockhampton Station - 15 min walk
  • Rockhampton, QLD (ROK) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mumma’s Fish ‘N’ Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fishco Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sun Palms Motel

Motel located in Allenstown
Consider a stay at Sun Palms Motel and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • ATM/banking services and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sun Palms Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 0-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 26 2025 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Sun Palms Motel Rockhampton
Sun Palms Motel
Sun Palms Rockhampton
Sun Palms Motel Allenstown
Sun Palms Hotel Rockhampton
Sun Palms Allenstown
Sun Palms Motel Motel
Sun Palms Motel Allenstown
Sun Palms Motel Motel Allenstown

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun Palms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Sun Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sun Palms Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sun Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sun Palms Motel located?

Located in Allenstown, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Tropic of Capricorn Spire Visitor Information Centre and The Cathedral College. Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km). Rockhampton Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Sun Palms Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice to stay over on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loreta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist is friendly. Room is clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunpalms has always been a good motel to stay in, clean, tidy and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location onsite restaurant food was terrific
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean quiet and comfortable facility with very helpful staff.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh my goodness. BEST SHOWER EVER! Hot, great pressure, nice sized cubicle, big fluffy towels. Heaven
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good place to stay. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awsome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying here. Roomy rooms, comfortable bed, great Bistro.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always stay here when in Rockhampton. Everything is perfect and the best steak anywhere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean and tidy room.Room was very comfortable, good size.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place to stay while travelling. Nice, clean rooms and a comfortable sleep. Definitely value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at many other Motels over a 2 year period and this place is the best by far, we would not stay anywhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, room was very clean and the food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Errol

Liked: Amenities
Room very roomy and clean and close to restaurant and hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, great room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, large, clean rooms, close to station. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money and good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value motel , perfect parking with huge spots. Restaurant and small hotel attached (way away from rooms) very quiet for a nice drink . Walk to dinner and a drink, peaceful rest awaits.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sun Palms was just the hotel we needed after a long trip in the car. Spacious rooms and excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😁
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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