Queensland is Australia’s second largest state. With a coastline stretching over 7,000 km (4,350 mi) and a total water area covering roughly 121,994 sq km (47,102 sq mi), one of the best ways to explore Queensland is on a houseboat. After all, Queensland is home to popular water attractions, including the Great Barrier Reef, Gold Coast and its world-renowned surfing beaches, and Gheebulum Kunungai National Park on Moreton Island.
Along the coastline are numerous ports and marinas for you to explore inland attractions in cities, such as Brisbane and Cairns. Plan your next trip with our list of the best houseboats in Queensland, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.
1. Drift Flotel (from USD 368)
If sailing isn’t exactly your cup of tea but you still want the houseboat experience, try Drift Flotel. The adventure starts with a 40-minute cruise to the houseboat, docked in the midst of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands National Park. You can also explore the nearby Kangaroo Bay to enjoy fishing and swimming. The cruise driver can be consulted about the best swimming and snorkeling spots are in the area.
Houseboat features include a lounge and a separate rooftop terrace. Drift Flotel also includes a fully equipped kitchen to fix a quick snack. With a 3-level space, it can easily accommodate up to 6 people overnight and 12 people in the daytime. The houseboat is a pet-friendly space for your fur babies to enjoy.
Steiglitz, Queensland, Australia
154.39 km (96.0 mi) from Noosa National Park
2. The Boat in the Bush (from USD 55)
Tucked away in the middle of a dense forest, you’ll find the aptly named Boat in the Bush. It was originally a sailing boat that was turned into a private vacation rental. The houseboat, set on a 40-ac (16.2-ha) private land, is owned by Bruce. The nearby coastal town, Agnes Water, can also be visited while on the houseboat. The town has a population of around 2200 people, and is a relatively untouched destination to explore.
Relax on the boat, then hop off and head to the private dining area. The boat has a shower for making you feel refreshed after a long day of lounging. At night, you can go stargazing and fall asleep to the sounds of local wildlife. Feel free to explore the immediate area while you’re here as well!
Round Hill, Queensland, Australia
266.02 km (165.3 mi) from Noosa National ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
yet with the well equipped kitchen and amenities it was very comfortablereally nice camp kitchen style outdoor cooking with fridge and all amenities you will needwell stocked kitchen and a fantastic bathroom set upvery cosy outdoor kitchen is greatCleanliness:
the kitchen is very well equipped and the environment was clean and comfortablethe kitchen area was amazing the bathroom unbelievably clean and nice and the boatclean and tidy and bruce was very welcoming and friendly and great at communicatingHost:
great facilities great hostawesomazing • owner: super nice and reliablebruce is a fantastic hostthe host bruce is very friendly and thoughtfulhe is a great host and he was very attentive to our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
close enough to agnes too :)something a little different and definitely pretty close to naturethe location is brilliant especially over busy periods where agnes waters gets packedcool little place different and uniquebruce’s boat in the bush is located in a peaceful and lovely setting and perfect place to unwind
3. Oasis Noosa (from USD 368)
At first glance, Oasis Noosa looks like a room that was separated from a bigger home, then set afloat on the Noosa River in South East Queensland. It’s a wonderful place to stay if you want peace, solitude and beautiful views of the surroundings. Open up the floor-to-ceiling sliding doors to let the outside in. Aboard, you’ll have access to kayaks, paddle boards and fishing rods to fully enjoy your stay. Some attractions to check out include Fairy Pools, Tea Tree Bay, and Noosa Heads Main Beach.
Oasis Noosa is moored in one place, so you can take in the splendid views. It also features eco-friendly amenities such as solar panels and state-of-the-art water desalination and energy management systems.
Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia
2.15 km (1.4 mi) from Noosa National ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the eco-friendly floating villa is superbly designed clean and comfortableHost:
thank you so much kane you were an amazing hostkane was a lovely host and we would recommend this getaway to everyonethe host is very accommodating with check in easy to communicate with and is warm and welcomingkane’s a great host he made sure we knew how everything worked even helped us carry our stuffkane was an amazing host and went above and beyond to ensure we were well looked afterRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is private and breathtakingwhat an amazing location and vibe this is such a gem on the noosa riverkanes’ little oasis is just the perfect place to get away and do something a little differenti would definitely recommend the place if you’re looking for a unique accommodation
4. The Prestige
The Prestige takes your houseboat experience up a notch by offering a spa amenity we all know and love- the hot tub. Placed on the top deck, it’s one of the best spots on the houseboat to watch the sunrise and sunset over the waters of Gold Coast.
This floating abode has four spacious bedrooms with three queen-sized beds spread across two levels. The boat houses a full kitchen with bar seating, an adjacent dining area and several plush sofas for more seating. All around are big picture windows so you can enjoy the water views even while inside the houseboat. It’s a wonderful way to experience peaceful Coomera River in South East Queensland.
Coomera, Queensland, Australia
166.33 km (103.4 mi) from Noosa National ParkAccommodates: 12
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the spa was a hit and the beds and boat were cleanRead more reviewsHost:
the boat was in good working order and the staff were super helpful
Get acquainted with Queensland's other side
On a houseboat, you’ll discover that there much is more to Queensland apart from its land attractions. Besides the seaside coastline, there are numerous rivers flowing through Queensland that are must-see attractions. We hope these houseboats will help you get started on your water adventure trip.
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