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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

3.5 star property
Marina-side retreat in Buddina where travelers can dine on local cuisine, cool off in the outdoor pool, and challenge friends to billiards

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Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is beside a peaceful marina in Buddina. Enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool between meals at the bistro, serving local cuisine indoors or on the terrace. Evening entertainment includes a billiards table, and the staff is praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard Queen & Single | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen & Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Wardrobe or closet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen And Single

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

About the neighborhood

Located in Buddina, a neighborhood in Sunshine Coast, Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolah River National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Wharf Mooloolaba and NightQuarter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sunshine Coast Stadium or Sunshine Coast Skydivers. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Sunshine Coast travel guide
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136 Pt Cartwright Drive, Kawana Waters, Buddina, QLD, 4575

What's nearby

  • Kawana Beach showing a sandy beach and landscape views
    Kawana Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kawana Shoppingworld
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Buddina Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Warana Beach
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mooloolah River National Park
    3 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station
    19 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Urban Lamb
    9 min walk
  • The Coffee Club Café - Kawana Waters
    7 min walk
  • Green Zebra
    4 min drive
  • Hungry Jack's
    2 min walk

About this property

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Motel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Consider a stay at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel and take advantage of a marina, a terrace, and a playground. The on-site local cuisine bistro, Kawana Waters Bistro, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Kawana Waters Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
After-hours check-in should be done in the hotel's game room; available until 3 AM, Monday through Saturday, and until midnight on Sundays.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The guestrooms and property amenities at this hotel are not accessible to wheelchairs at this time.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Kawana
Kawana Waters Buddina
Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters Hotel Buddina
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Nightcap Kawana Waters Buddina
Nightcap Kawana Waters
Nightcap Kawana Waters Budna
Nightcap At Kawana Waters
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Frequently asked questions

Does Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel located?

Located in Buddina, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Kawana Shoppingworld and Kawana Beach. Buddina Beach and Warana Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 321 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean bath room also bed very comfortable location is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient Clean Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the 3 bedroom unit. Plenty of room for family. Surprisingly quiet, given its location. By the way, location so good! Excellent staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRONWEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friemdly staff accessable to shops and resturents
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Meals and drinks a bit expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLENDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was central to my needs, great pace to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a close walk to Kawana shops, beach and marina.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room was a good size and the patio outback was great..very close to shops and central so was a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean and great location .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient and it’s great to have the pub next door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome friendly helpful staff, clean room and facilities in a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights from check in to check out the whole experience was good. We especially enjoyed the positive attitude all staff had. Excellent beds very comfy, slept well,will definitely stay again when up in the Sunshine Coast again, thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice to stay there. Our room was very nice and we had a meal in the pub it was very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good to have a pub attached.Meals good and being monday night took part in trivia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Perfect spot for our weekend away with the bar & dining facilities downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Loved the room & area was great it has everything you need close by room service & food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for my needs, late check-in was handled well by very pleasant staff member. The room was clean, well presented, lovely new bed with well laundered bed linen and towels, the room seems to be nicely updated. I have stayed here before and would not hesitate to stay again, very happy with my time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, had a late check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our three night stay. We ate at the hotel each night. Meals and service were great. Just disappointed in our meal on the third night but would not hesitate to go back. Location was perfect. Room was good size. Bed very comfortable. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and dinner on the marina.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we pulled in and checked in it was great. Service, cleanliness all amenities that surrounds the accommodation. Perfect spot for everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herewini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to be right next to the hotel with great food. Staff were very helpful and friendly also.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024