Queensland · Australia
Where to stay in Rockhampton
Rockhampton is a city in Queensland, Australia, home to about 63,000 people. This guide covers 1 aparthotel in Rockhampton, with about 75 rooms between them.
- Places to stay in this guide
- 1
- Best months
- April to September
- Nearest airport
- ROK4 km · Rockhampton Airport
- Currency
- AUDAustralian dollar
- Time zone
- Australia/Brisbane
- Language
- Auslan, Australian English, English
About
About Rockhampton
Rockhampton is a city in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the population of Rockhampton was 79,293.
Rockhampton was established in 1855 and is one of Queensland's oldest cities. It was named by Queensland's first Land Commissioner, Mr W. Wiseman, who was supposedly inspired by the rocks in the river flowing through the town. In the late 1800s, several nearby gold discoveries ensured continued economic growth of the region and of Rockhampton. Subsequently, as mining, grazing, farming and meat processing industries developed in Central Queensland, Rockhampton thrived as a regional service centre.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Rockhampton
See
Many of the attractions in Rockhampton are operated by the local council, which has a focus on tourism promotion.
- Rockhampton Zoo
- Botanic Gardens
- Rockhampton Heritage Village
- Dreamtime Cultural Centre
- Mount Etna Caves National Park
- Capricorn Caves
- Capricorn Spire
- Customs House and Riverside Esplanade
- Archer Park Station and Steam Tram Museum
Do
- Koorona Crocodile Farm
- Mount Archer
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Where to stay
Places to stay in Rockhampton
1 place to stay from the chains this guide covers, each linked to its own website.
| Place to stay | Rooms |
|---|---|
| Quest Rockhampton aparthotel | 75 |
Schematic: the city centre in orange, each place to stay as a dot, distance rings in kilometres.
Where to stay
Which part of Rockhampton to stay in
There are many motels in Rockhampton, mostly on the roads into and out of town. Many offer standby rates. There is also a choice of accommodation in nearby Yeppoon, tending to have a nicer aspect, and still within easy reach of downtown Rockhampton.
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Where to stay
More hotels in Rockhampton
18 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Apartments on Palmer | 2.9 km | |
| Best Western Plus The Stirling Rockhampton | 0.9 km | |
| Capricorn Motel & Conference Centre | 7.2 km | |
| Casa Nostra Motel | 10.2 km | |
| CBD Luxury Accommodation | 0.7 km | |
| Central Park Motel | 0.7 km | |
| Cityville Luxury Apartments and Motel | 1.0 km | |
| Coffee House Apartment Motel | 0.4 km | |
| Denison Boutique Hotel | 0.7 km | |
| Edge Apartment Hotel | 0.5 km | |
| Empire Apartment Hotel | 0.4 km | |
| Korte's Resort | 10.0 km | |
| Quality Hotel Regent Rockhampton | 0.2 km | |
| Rockhampton Palms Motor Inn | 0.9 km | |
| Rocky Gardens Motor Inn | 2.9 km | |
| Rocky Resort Motor Inn | 2.2 km | |
| True Blue Motor Inn | 10.2 km | |
| Villa Capri | 0.8 km |
All 19 hotels in Rockhampton, with their history and operators
When to go
The best time to visit Rockhampton
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Rockhampton are April to September. January is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C; February is the wettest, with about 209 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Rockhampton: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Rockhampton Airport (ROK), about 3.6 km from the city centre in a straight line; Gladstone Airport (GLT, 91 km) and Thangool Airport (THG, 124 km) are also within reach.
Getting around
The towns and areas around Rockhampton are all accessible by sealed roads. Most major car rental companies offer car hire in Rockhampton, either at offices in the city or at Rockhampton airport. Roads are typically uncrowded, making driving in the area enjoyable, though drivers are advised to be cautious of the many large trucks on the Bruce Highway. When travelling on back roads watch out for straying livestock. There is actually a bit of peak hour in Rockhampton, especially on a Friday afternoon travelling over the bridges towards Yeppoon.
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ROK · Rockhampton Airport
GLT · Gladstone Airport
THG · Thangool Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Rockhampton
Eat
Rockhampton is regarded as the beef capital of Australia, so be sure to go to a steakhouse when you are here. Be warned that many establishments, especially that along the Bruce Hwy south of the river, become drive thru-only, after a certain time (varies by establishment, though usually after 8:30–9PM) as an anti-crime deterrent.
Drink
Rockhampton has 4 nightclubs located at the Quay Street end of William Street, and many bars scattered throughout the city. The Criterion Hotel situated at 150 Quay Street has a lively atmosphere and the bar and club is open till 3AM Friday and Saturday. The "Cri" as it's locally known is a great place for food and a few drinks in the afternoon as well. Locally known to have a ghost as well.
Stay safe
Rockhampton is about as far south as the habitat of the salt water crocodile extends. These animals are dangerous to humans. If you are travelling north along the east coast of Australia, Rockhampton is where you have to start being aware of crocodiles. Crocodiles are seen in the Fitzroy River.
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Good to know
Accessibility, parking and families in Rockhampton
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Questions
Rockhampton: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Rockhampton?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Rockhampton are April to September. January is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C; February is the wettest, with about 209 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Rockhampton?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Rockhampton Airport (ROK), about 3.6 km from the city centre in a straight line; Gladstone Airport (GLT, 91 km) and Thangool Airport (THG, 124 km) are also within reach.
Are there accessible hotels in Rockhampton?
1 place in this guide list accessible rooms.
What currency is used in Rockhampton?
Australian dollar (AUD).
Nearby
Destinations near Rockhampton
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.