Romantic Getaways QLD: Escape to Queensland's Most Romantic Spots
Discover love in the Sunshine State with the most gorgeous romantic getaways in QLD.
When it comes to setting the stage for romance, we’re spoiled for choice in the Sunshine State. Whether your dream backdrop is a sun-kissed beach or lush hinterlands, the Sunshine State has it all. For your next surprise weekend escape or special occasion, the romantic getaways QLD has to offer are sure to get the sparks flying.
Our guide to romantic escapes in QLD has you covered, with luxurious resorts, intimate boutique hotels and serene retreats to choose from when planning you’re dream getaway. you're sure to find the perfect spot to relax and reconnect.
So, just keep on scrolling until one makes your heart skip a beat.
Beechmont Estate
For a serene and secluded romantic getaway in QLD, look no further than Beechmont Estate. Just 90 minutes from Brisbane and 45 minutes from the Gold Coast lies a 75-acre property that shoulders the Heritage-listed Lamington National Park.
Wind your way along tree-lined roads, until you arrive at the bright pink mailbox and wrought iron gates that showcase the entrance to one of our favourite romantic escapes in the state.
You can book a cabin or a luxury pavilion, depending on your appetite for luxury.
Dine on unpretentious yet elevated modern Australian fare at the chef-hatted Paddock Restaurant on site, which is also the perfect place to curl up by the fire for a cocktail or a coffee and play a game of chess.
After dinner, unwind with a glass of wine on the deck and watch the stars twinkle, or settle into a hot bubble bath to put the cherry on top of a perfect romantic getaway.
422 Binna Burra Road, Beechmont
Crystalbrook Riley
Five-star luxury on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade? Yes, please! The Crystalbrook Collection’s gorgeous Riley Hotel invites a playful, laid-back and sophisticated energy into your next romantic escape to tropical North Queensland.
Sustainably run without sacrificing any of the luxurious creature comforts you come to expect from a hotel of this calibre, we encourage you to check in and let your hair down with some cocktails by the pool with your other half as your worries float away on the breeze.
The popular Rocco restaurant sits atop the hotel’s tower, making it the tallest rooftop bar in the city, and boasts panoramic views of the coastline. It’s the perfect vantage point for romantic sunset drinks.
131/141 Esplanade, Cairns City
Reef House Palm Cove
On our guide to the best romantic getaways in QLD, we’d be remiss not to include the Reef House Palm Cove. Book your babysitter, because this adults only retreat promises complete serenity.
And don’t just take it from us - Reef House has been awarded the Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best award, making it one of the top 1% of properties worldwide.
Situated between the Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest on one side, and the Great Barrier Reef on the other, this tropical romantic getaway is perfect for nature lovers who are ready for a new adventure.
The Reef House is also full of romantic little touches, like complimentary mixology classes, and unlimited use of the resort’s fishing rods or vintage-style cruiser bikes. There’s an incredible restaurant and day spa on site, so everything you need for the perfect romantic weekend away is at your fingertips.
99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Spicers Balfour Hotel
With awards for the Best Boutique Hotel under their belt, this contemporary haven is tucked away in the leafy streets of New Farm. Spicers Balfour Hotel is one of our favourite romantic getaways in QLD, thanks to its top-tier service and the little touches that make this boutique hotel feel worlds away from the city centre, despite sitting on its fringe.
The ideal location means that Spicer’s is close to exquisite restaurants and plentiful bars for an evening jaunt. Enjoy the opulence of your room with antique designer furniture, complimentary robes & slippers and a Nespresso machine… which sounds like the perfect slow Sunday morning to us!
Close to Brisbane’s CBD and bustling locale of Fortitude Valley, New Farm and its surrounds, Spicers is a unique and modern escape in the heart of Brisbane’s inner city suburbs. They even have dog-friendly accommodation options if your furbaby is joining your romantic escape.
37 Balfour Street, New Farm
Alure Stanthorpe
If you’re the kind of couple that always goes camping on the weekends, take it up a notch and go glamping at Alure Stanthorpe.
There’s a luxury glamping tent, or two modern villas to choose from when booking your romantic getaway in regional QLD. Your stay comes with a complimentary welcome hamper, filled to the brim with local goodies to craft a continental breakfast from when you rise.
Stanthorpe is known for it’s incredible wineries, so book your boo in for a romantic wine tasting adventure as the sun sets on your romantic getaway.
Sitchu Tip: Alure is also dog-friendly, so you can bring your pooch along with you for your cosy couples getaway. They’ll even be treated to their very own doggy bathrobe, gourmet treats and a comfy cocoon bed.
280 Mt Tully Road, Stanthorpe
Crystalbrook Byron
Forgive us for including a romantic escape that lies just across the border, but the short two-hour drive to the Crystalbrook Byron is oh so worth it!
Neighbouring the serene Tallow Beach, this resort is home to 92 rainforest and treetop suites that blend breezy, coastal aesthetics with the Crystalbrook Collection’s signature modern sustainability.
Begin your day with complimentary yoga (held on the verandah in summer, and in the Lotus Garden in winter), before breakfasting at the Forest restaurant.
The Eleme Day Spa is the perfect zen space to bliss out with one of the signature couples therapy packages, before wandering down to the Verandah Bar for a delicious elixir.
During your stay, explore the lively coastal town of Byron Bay and rest in blissful comfort in your luxurious suite after the day’s adventures are complete.
77/97 Broken Head Road, Byron Bay
While you’re booking in your romantic getaway in QLD, make sure you’re ready for your luxurious escape. Pack a good book to read by the fire, or pack some high-quality SPF if you’re planning on a tropical getaway.
