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Where to stay
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Hervey Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hervey Bay has to offer.

When to visit Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay in May
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hervey Bay in May
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hervey Bay in January, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 57.2 °F, with an average temperature of 62.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Hervey Bay, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Hervey Bay

Plane

When flying to Hervey Bay, you’ll arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Hervey Bay from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 34h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 151 miles from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Hervey Bay, you’ll arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Hervey Bay from the United States departs from Miami and takes around 34h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 151 miles from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Hervey Bay

BDBBundaberg
MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay

Airlines serving Hervey Bay

United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,414 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,893 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,952 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (948 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (554 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,820 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (493 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (428 reviews)
Link Airways
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Where to stay in Hervey Bay

Average rates range from around $91 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $145 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hervey Bay

Most booked hotels in Hervey Bay

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The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2558 reviews)
$88+
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Nightcap at Kondari Resort
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2132 reviews)
$89+
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Ramada by Wyndham Hervey Bay
4 stars
Good (7.8, 2471 reviews)
$128+
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Woolshed Eco Lodge
0 stars
Good (7.6, 1130 reviews)
$59+
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Urangan Motor Inn
3 stars
Good (7, 1991 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Hervey Bay

Renting a car in Hervey Bay costs $93 per day, on average, or $371 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hervey Bay, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Hervey Bay costs $93 per day, on average, or $371 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.09 per gallon in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $49.06 and $65.41. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hervey Bay, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

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