Your Guide to Stradbroke Island Accommodation, Restaurants & More
Escape to island time with our guide to Stradbroke Island, covering camping, accommodation, transport and restaurants.
A trip to Minjerribah (Stradbroke Island) or “Straddie”, as it’s affectionately referred to, is a rite of passage for many Brisbane residents. A popular holiday destination for families or friend groups, it’s the perfect place to escape the busyness of your daily routine and plonk yourself in the middle of paradise.
If you’re yet to make the pilgrimage and are not sure what it entails, we’ve got a guide to get you started. In our guide to Stradbroke Island, you’ll find essential holiday tips on how to get there, what you’ll need and where to go.
So, pack your SPF and grab a good book, it’s time to take a holiday!
Getting to Stradbroke Island
If you’re planning a trip to beautiful Stradbroke Island, our top tip is to book the ferry in advance. There are a few different ferry operators, and it’s an easy passage from Cleveland to the island, taking only 50 minutes.
You can opt for a passenger ferry, or hop aboard with your car if you plan to use it to get around on the island.
If you travel without your car, you can utilise public transport, bikes or walking trails to get around.
Stradbroke Island Camping
If you’re planning to sleep in your swag on your trip, it’s important to note that you can only camp in designated locations on Minjerribah.
Cylinder Beach Camping Grounds
A popular destination for travellers who plan to surf, this camping ground looks out to one of Straddie’s most popular surf beaches. The site also boasts convenience, with nearby shops, cafes and restaurants.
300 Dickson Way, Point Lookout
Amity Point Camping Grounds
This family-friendly Stradbroke Island camping spot is one of the best-known. With gorgeous sunset views at your disposal, you also might be lucky enough to spot some more wildlife–think dolphins, koalas and pelicans!
It’s a great spot to situate yourself if fishing and boating are your jam, and you’ll have easy access to some of the Island’s best surf beaches.
There’s a boat ramp nearby for those looking to get out on the water, and close-by convenience stores and cafe to keep you fuelled up and ready for adventure.
Basin Drive, North Stradbroke Island
Main Beach Camping Grounds
Suitable only for those with a 4WD, Main Beach is the place to be for an authentic Stradbroke Island camping adventure. Main Beach occupies 38 whole kilometres of the Eastern side of the Island, and there are eleven camping areas at the Southern end.
Set yourself up here for a slow weekend of swimming, fishing, four-wheel driving and soaking up the serenity, as you embrace the slower pace of island time.
Eastern Beach, starting 17km south of Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island
Stradbroke Island Accommodation
The Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel
If you’re looking for a little touch of luxury on your stay, book a room at the Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel. With modern and comfortable rooms to suit couples, families or friend groups, this four-star hotel has water views and all the amenities to make your stay a sea breeze.
The restaurant downstairs has that surf club appeal, with casual and delicious eats, cold drinks and live entertainment to keep the holiday vibes rolling.
158 E Coast Road, Point Lookout
Allure Stradbroke Resort
Opposite Home Beach and a short stroll from Point Lookout, Allure Stradbroke Resort is an excellent place to call home on your holiday to Stradbroke Island.
Stay in a beach shack, deluxe beach shack or a roomy villa, and enjoy access to the Straddie Eats cafe, a solar-heated outdoor pool, a gym and a children’s playground.
You can also hire beach carts from reception that are stocked with a beach cabana, beach chairs, towels and a beach ball for just $25, meaning you can pack a little lighter
Sitchu Tip: You can score a 20% discount on your vehicle ferry fares mid-week with Sealink with your reservation at Allure.
43-57 East Coast Road, Point Lookout
Stradbroke Island Restaurants
Amity Tavern
For a welcoming and casual pub that feels like your local, head to the Amity Tavern. The menu here is short and sweet, offering an approachable mix of comforting brekkie bites, burgers, chicken parmigiana, or fish and chips.
The kitchen uses local produce from the Straddie markets, local fishermen and the Dunwich butcher to whip up your meals, meaning that each bite is bursting with freshness and flavour. Kick back with a cold drink and enjoy the chilled-out vibes at this Stradbroke Island restaurant.
21 Ballow Street, Amity
The Blue Room Cafe
For a healthy, island-style breakfast or lunch, head to The Blue Room Cafe. It’s soon to become your morning haunt for delicious coffee, banana bread baked in-house or a refreshing acai bowl.
Sip on a delicious smoothie or a fresh juice as you tuck into the freshly baked goodies here at this friendly cafe, and soak up the fresh sea breeze with gorgeous water views.
27 Mooloomba Road, Point Lookout
Now that you’re up to speed on Stradbroke Island’s best camping, accommodation and eats, keep the island vibes coming with our guide to escaping to Cairns. Looking for more inspiration? Explore our top recommendations for group getaways across Queensland here.
