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Margaret River’s accommodation splits three ways: the town centre for convenience, Yallingup and Bunker Bay for beach access, and the southern coast for peace. There are no high-rise hotels, and the best rooms are low-slung lodges, vineyard estates, and self-contained villas. This guide covers the three main areas, with a luxury, mid-range, and budget pick for each, as part of the full Margaret River travel guide.
Where to Stay in Margaret River: Town Centre
The town centre puts restaurants, the farmers market, and the main shopping strip within walking distance. It is the most practical base for a first visit, since every cellar door and cave is a short drive away, and it has the widest price range in the region. Match your dates to the right season with the Margaret River weather by month guide.
Suggested Hotels in Margaret River Town Centre
Grand Mercure Basildene Manor
A 1912 heritage manor on Wallcliffe Road with 19 rooms and suites set in landscaped gardens, plus a pool, tennis court, and a fireside reading room. Best for couples who want a heritage stay with modern comforts, a 15-minute walk from the main street. Check rates and availability
Stay Margaret River
A 4-star hotel at 78 Wallcliffe Road with 54 rooms in a garden setting, two pools, mini golf, and the on-site Willow Grill restaurant. Best for families and groups who want resort-style facilities at a mid-range price close to town. Check rates and availability
Margaret River Tourist Park
A holiday park at 44 Station Road with self-contained cabins, powered caravan sites, a pool, and a children’s playground, a 15-minute walk from the main street. Best for families and budget travellers who want a kitchen and laundry without paying hotel rates. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Margaret River: Yallingup and the Northern Cape
Yallingup fronts the surf coast and the northern wineries, with the founding estates of Wilyabrup five minutes inland. The best time to visit Margaret River guide explains when Yallingup’s exposed coast is warmest. It is the pick for wine lovers and anyone who wants the ocean without the town bustle.
Suggested Hotels in Yallingup
Cape Lodge
A 5-star country estate on 40 acres of gardens and its own vines at 3341 Caves Road, with 22 rooms and villas, a free-form pool, and a restaurant with a 14,000-bottle cellar. Best for honeymooners and special-occasion stays who want vineyard privacy with fine dining on site. Check rates and availability
Seashells Yallingup
Self-contained one- and two-bedroom apartments and spa rooms set in the heritage gardens next to Caves House Hotel, a 10-minute stroll from Yallingup Beach. Best for families and longer stays who want a kitchen, laundry, and garden space near the surf. Check rates and availability
Caves House Hotel and Apartments Yallingup
A heritage hotel from 1903 offering everything from budget rooms to self-contained apartments, with an on-site restaurant and live music, a short walk from Ngilgi Cave. Best for budget travellers and groups who want character and a pub atmosphere at the cheapest rates in the north. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Margaret River: Bunker Bay and Geographe Bay
Bunker Bay and the Geographe Bay shoreline offer the calmest, most family-friendly swimming in the region, with north-facing beaches sheltered from the swell. It is the area to choose for a beach holiday rather than a touring base. The things to do in Margaret River guide covers the nearby beaches and lighthouses, and the Margaret River events and festivals calendar lists the whale-watching season.
Suggested Hotels in Bunker Bay and Geographe Bay
Pullman Bunker Bay Resort Margaret River
A 5-star beachfront resort at 42 Bunker Bay Road with studios and one- to three-bedroom villas, a heated infinity pool, tennis courts, and the Other Side of the Moon restaurant, set directly on the sand of Bunker Bay. Best for couples and families who want resort facilities and calm beach swimming right outside the door. Check rates and availability
Abbey Beach Resort
A 4-star resort at 595 Bussell Highway in Busselton on Geographe Bay, with studios and apartments, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and squash courts, and a spa bath in many rooms. Best for families who want big resort facilities at a lower price than Bunker Bay, with Busselton Jetty nearby. Check rates and availability
Riverview Tourist Park
A holiday park on the banks of the Margaret River with self-contained cabins, free Wi-Fi, and canoeing on site, about 15 minutes from Prevelly Beach and 40 minutes from Bunker Bay. Best for budget travellers and families who want a self-catering base at the region’s lowest room rates. Check rates and availability
For more on choosing the right base and the trade-offs between areas, see the Margaret River neighborhoods guide and the Margaret River travel tips guide for transport logistics.
