subject: How To Choose The Best Accommodation In North Stradbroke Island [print this page] North Stradbroke Island is only an hour away from the big city bustle, but a million miles away from all the stress and concerns of big city life.
Accommodation on North Stradbroke offers you a range of styles from ultra luxurious resorts to beachside bungalows but the atmosphere is one of total relaxation, friendliness and the sheer art of simply having fun.
North Stradroke Island, or 'Straddie' as it is known to the locals, is located in the calm waters of Moreton Bay, just off the coast of Queensland in Australia. It is one of the largest sand islands in the world, so the eastern coast is endless stretches of pristine sandy beaches while the western coast is a haven for fishing and water sports.
The island is a rich mix of environmental experiences with heritage listed wetlands, a series of beautiful internal freshwater lakes and lagoons, tropical rainforests and miles of sand dunes, so there is something for every traveler.
North Stradroke Island Accommodation
Straddie offers a diverse range of accommodation options, from a long, lazy holiday to a short weekend getaway, catering for all needs and budgets. Most resorts and motels are within walking distance of the ocean or the bay.
One of things visitors to North Stradbroke love most about the island is the relaxed atmosphere and lack of commercialization. It is an unspoilt tropical retreat where locals welcome all visitors, but where their primary concern is protecting the fragile ecological environment. If you are looking for an island paradise full of razzamatazz, you'll certainly get the paradise, but not the razzamatazz!
In fact, many regular tourists visit North Stradbroke Island so they can get back to nature and camp beside the sand dunes in one of the many camping spots around the island.
At the upper end of the scale, North Stradbroke has a variety of quality resorts with the ultimate in luxury indulgences available. You can take a plunge into the saltwater pool, followed up by an invigorating dip in the spa pool, and some of the resorts offer in-house beauty therapists and masseurs. How much better does it get?
Alternatively, you can rent an upmarket beach bungalow with all mod-cons and the convenience of a home away from home. Many city dwellers own weekenders on
Stradbroke so the choice of accommodation is enormous. You can choose from a basic fibro beach shack to an architecturally designed masterpiece, according to your budget and your needs.
In addition, North Stradroke has a range of mid priced hotel style accommodation to suit the average budget ranging from basic hotel/motel rooms to fully serviced apartments with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms for family accommodation needs.
For anyone looking for a relaxing break away from the stresses of home, North Stradbroke Island accommodation options offer a variety of choices where you and your family can relax and enjoy nature at its very best.
