Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hervey Bay has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hervey Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Aquavue Cafe Restaurant (415A Charlton Esplanade) and Banksia Seafood and Grill (4/381 The Charlton Esplanade, Torquay) are great picks.

When to visit Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hervey Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$207
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hervey Bay in January, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 171 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Hervey Bay, with an average rainfall of 52 mm.

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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 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 244 km from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and EverythingFleet, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Hervey Bay, you’ll arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 244 km from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and EverythingFleet, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Hervey Bay

BDBBundaberg
MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay

Airlines serving Hervey Bay

United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,405 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (439 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
Link Airways
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Where to stay in Hervey Bay

Average rates range from around $156 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $244 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 (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Ramada by Wyndham Hervey Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$221+
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Kondari Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$147+
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Urangan Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
$116+
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Hiring a car in Hervey Bay

Expect to pay $1.79 per litre in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.38 and $28.50.

Expect to pay $1.79 per litre in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.38 and $28.50.

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