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Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony

About this property

Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room

Relax on the deck enjoying views over the ocean. (View photos for the exact view) The studio features - lounge, queen bed, bar fridge and microwave.
Sleeps 2 in a queen bed , but you may squeeze children on the spare floor mattresses. 😊


You can walk to the Resort using the steps opposite the house (6 min walk at medium pace) or drive down in your 4WD or use the rental golf buggy available at the resort. Whichever way you go it only takes a few minutes to the beach.
Even though the room has a microwave, kettle and bar fridge, it is set up like a hotel room where you have most of your meals at the multiple resort restaurants and coffee shops.

You have free usage of all resort facilities like pools, tennis, squash and other activities . (Note- Dolphin feeding incurs a fee)

TRANSFER
I recommend booking a $15 taxi transfer so you don’t initially have to carry bags up to your room. It will meet you at jetty.(quote address as 4 Cowry Close)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

You may be able to fit a small child on the lounge

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

You have facilities like pools, tennis, squash etc

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9535005
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Moreton Island

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Tangalooma, a neighbourhood in Moreton Island. Fort Cowan Cowan and Moreton Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gheebulum Kunungai National Park and Tangalooma Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Moreton Island, QLD

What's nearby

  • Tangalooma Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Desert - 11 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tangalooma Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fire & Stone - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tursiops - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whalers Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Staff Room Diner - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tangalooma Resort Hilltop Studio Room located?

Located in Tangalooma, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Tangalooma Beach, Moreton Bay and The Desert. Gheebulum Kunungai National Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic room. Beautiful view. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view, cleanliness, location and friendliness of host
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Graeme R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was most informative and helpful.Spacious amenities, although the lack of a television was a real concern for us.Furthermore, the one sofa was uncomfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view and perfect for two people.

Enjoyed our stay and what an view. 6 minute walk to Tangalooma resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Suited our needs. Lovely views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellet stay up on the hill great views

Excellent stay amazing views but stairs were a killer down to eat and activities back three times a day and but all up it was great we will be returning again 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Loved the wine and snacks on arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

revive week

Wonderful location, really enjoyed our stay. Anthony was extremely helpful and a pleasure to deal with. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tangalooma break

Great place to experience all of what Tangalooma has to offer. Quiet and peaceful being on the hilltop away from the resort crowds. Great place for what we needed. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tangalooma Stay

Apartment well presented and as described
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Photos were deceiving as to where it's situated. Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lifang W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The landlord is nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is just the best! Sunset views to die for :)

I highly recommend this place. Exactly as advertised. Well presented, great communication with the host. Spacious, clean and honestly the best sunset view you will see. The wine and goodies were a lovely surprise. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HESBON K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5/5 Stars - Fantastic Host and Location

We had an incredible stay thanks to Tony's exceptional hospitality! He went above and beyond, treating us to a complimentary taxi ride from the Jetty terminal, making our check-in a breeze. Throughout our stay, Tony ensured our comfort and made us feel right at home. The studio's location is perfection - nestled in a prime spot with all amenities just a stone's throw away. The breathtaking views were the icing on the cake! We highly recommend Tony's accommodation to anyone seeking a seamless and enjoyable experience. Thank you, Tony, for your kind hospitality and outstanding service!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laetitia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away from the crowds

My parents thoroughly enjoyed their stay at this studio. The location was perfect for them, offering a peaceful retreat away from the crowds.Communication with Anthony was exceptional. He was incredibly responsive and even checked in to ensure my parents arrived safely.While the view is slightly obstructed by some unexpected construction, it didn't significantly impact their enjoyment. It's clear this was an unforeseen situation that Anthony couldn't have predicted.Overall, we highly recommend this studio for a relaxing getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome little getaway

Way more affordable than the hotel and probably nicer. It was nice to have a huge air conned unit all to ourselves and it felt very private. 15 minute walk up from the beach (unless you rent the buggy its a good leg work out but i never minded). Tony was lovely to communicate with and very helpful. Thanks Tony! One tip from me is that if you stay here, don't bother booking in the dolphin feeding experience. Instead, stand on the jetty at 6:30 and get a good spot to watch from above. Way better and less crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Some improvements: towel rails in bathroom, a small table inside, crockery (plates & bowls, only coffee cups provided). Cutlery provided were teaspoons, dessert spoons, forks but no knives. A TV. A step to access the deck from the ground. The bed was very comfortable and the shower excellent, although no shelf to put shampoo etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely but noisy

The studio unit was perfect except for one major deterrent...every noise the adjoining residents made was amplified through the wall and adjoining door. When they ran their clothes dryer all night...we got no sleep..this is The one deciding factor that would stop us from coming back to this unit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2021
Thank u for my first review. If u had of notified me there was an issue when u were there I could have fixed it ASAP.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carl M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in

Not suitable for infants 👶 please read my comments below

Tangalooma island It’s a beautiful picture Holiday resort but has nothing for infants to play with or keep them entertained maybe beach strollers and infants bathing pools with a play ground/room down in the resort area. Our studio apartment was ok but could be better had knives and forks but no plates/bowls for the microwave no complimentary tea bags and a vacuum so we could clean up every day we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2022
Sorry You only gave 2 stars but u are reviewing my room and not the resort. I only provide clean budget accomodation that is approx 1/3 what u will pay if booking through the resort.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maree W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was very disappointing that what was advertised was not what we experienced. It is a very long steep incline up many bush stairs to the top of the hill above the resort, or a 15 taxi ride, booked through the resort that fitted in with their time schedule. The room was one of 4 built in underneath the main house of the host and the other rooms occupied by staff from the island. The staff were quiet and unseen mainly. Our one bedroom with ensuite had a double bed, one cane bedside table with lamp, a bar fridge, no milk, a microwave on top of that and an electric kettle on top of that (unsure how safe this was!).There were no shelves in the bathroom in or out of the shower, so toiletries were on the floor.Our wooden table and seats on the deck was where we sat to enjoy the complimentary bottle of wine, but sadly our view was the back of a newly built "container" house. This totally interrupted our view of the water and sunsets.An adjoining locked door was obviously where the staff used the washing machine/dryer early in the morning or into the evening, which we could easily hear.There was no TV.The advertised free wi-fi was one free day using a password supplied by the resort. After this it was a paid package, or as advised by the host, to use my own data.Not recommended for what we thought would be a relaxing holiday at Moreton Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2025
You did book a budget HILLTOP room. There are multiple photos showing exactly what to expect. You have obviously chosen my accommodation as it is appropriately 1/2 what you would pay at through the resort and the only cheap alternative on the island. I suggest u pay more than double next time and opt for a smaller room through the resort. My accommodation offers clean lodgings and ocean views that a family can afford. Not the $500 per night the resort charges.
Verified

8/10 Good

Chie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Yes red wine and chips chocolate
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vikki k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest and relaxation

Very beautiful outlook close to all amenaties
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3rd stay and didn’t disappoint

Another 5 night amazing stay at Anthonys place. Unfortunately not as clean on arrival as when visited previously and can understand other’s comments regarding noise as there is an adjoining door with a laundry behind it, a dryer running and doors are often being shut quite loudly during the morning and evening. (A more solid soundproof door would be perfect) But other than that was another great stay. It’s far cheaper than anything else at the resort and the view/sunset in the evenings is priceless so we were happy to tolerate any small issues. Highly recommend taking a 4wd over as you park right out front, we took a small bbq to use on the grass out front take all your own food etc. It’s quite pricey to take your 4wd on the barge but you make your money back instantly by not having to pay for any of the tours. Thanks once again Anthony will be returning once again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cowry Close. Amazing view and great way to spend a quiet Christmas

A hotel style cabin part of a larger residence. Fantastic view from the front deck. Get a great work out on the steps down to the beach/resort. We utilised the resort and outdoor activity hire, boat hire, fishing gear, snorkeled around wrecks and parasailed. Took snacks with us and ate in restaurants at resort. Fire and Stone Chinese and Vietnamese is a great restaurant. Other restaurants ok. Tony the host was extremely accomodating and helped with an early checkin. We had a great trip and hope to be back. Thanks Tony !!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tony Marmotta

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Owner and accommodation provider

Why they chose this property

I have been providing private short stay accommodation at Tangalooma for many years at a fraction of the full resort price.
This studio is a clean spacious 1 bedroom piece of paradise on Moreton Island

What makes this property unique

Full use of the Resort facilities

Languages:

English

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