Tannum on the Beach Motel

Tannum on the Beach Motel is close to the beach. I used to stay here for work years ago and it had a magnificent view, unfortunately not any more. The trees in the park between the motel and the beach have grown to such an extent that what made this location fantastic in the past is all but negated, however its not the fault of the owners..... The motel itself looks pretty much the same as it did when it was built back in the 80's but has been updated with wall mounted TV. Still has a very low useless pelmet above the main bed that one crashes one's head into if laying down enthusiastically.... The room wasn't cleaned during our two nights stay or the milk replaced, not sure if that is the norm but a minor issue. Still a worthy place to stay and I would stay there again...

I stayed here only for one night. Check-in was quick and friendly and I could park for free anywhere there was a spot. I was on the first level (there is only ground floor and level 1) with a sea view and a view of the pool. Be aware that access to the first level is via stairs, no lift. I had a queen room, with a little kitchenette, that included a microwave, small fridge, kitchen utensils and a sink. The room was very clean and nicely presented. There is wifi available and access to streaming services on the TV. There is a sliding door to a balcony where you can sit at a table to enjoy the view. The queen bed was comfortable and the bathroom had a shower that was hot with good pressure. The place was very quiet, had an air-conditioner, but I found the overhead fan was enough. The location is perfect for access to the beach, walks, shopping (Coles and other stores a couple of minutes drive away), eateries (walking distance to the surf club, a restaurant and a takeaway). You are only 20 minutes away from Gladstone and other tourist destinations, like Lake Awoonga and Calliope. Overall, I really enjoyed my very brief stay here, and would definitely stay here again.

Great location almost on the beach. Older motel but clean, comfortable and quiet. Kitchen, good shower pressure and undercover parking. There is a guest laundry. The surf club is a two minute walk away and does a great meal. A five minute walk is the Truffle pig. The prawn pasta was amazing, the coffee not so.

Beautiful location, walking distance to food and drinks, so close to ocean you can hear it, well maintained, friendly, the room is everything you need. Small but actually perfect. Awesome view. Can’t complain. Oh, no food delivery services lol bought our own anyway

Lovely motel with great views from the top floor overlooking the pool and ocean, & a very welcoming host and a spotless room with everything we needed for our overnight stay… wish we could have stayed longer.. Our 1st time staying at Tannum Sands..

Beautiful older style motel just a 50mtr walk through beautiful gardens to the beach. Manager was very helpful and able to recommend the best places to have a meal. Room was spotless, well laid out, plenty of storage space and beautiful views to the ocean, Very quiet location with undercover parking for guests.