Getting on the road and exploring the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach is easy with VroomVroomVroom. Airlie Beach is located at the heart of Tropical North Queensland, and is the perfect destination to enjoy the natural attractions of the Whitsunday Coast.
| Available car types | Economy, Compact, Intermediate, Standard, Fullsize, Wagon/Estate, SUV, Van, Premium |
|---|---|
| Rental depots | 3 |
| Car rental suppliers | Avis, Europcar, Hertz |
Secure the best rates and a convenient pick-up arrangement at Proserpine Airport (PPP) with one of our four partner suppliers.
Whether you’re after a short rental to get around town, or you’re embarking on a road trip to the Whitsundays, you can collect a hire car right here in Airlie Beach.
 | 366 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach 4802 8:00am - 5:00pm weekdays. 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday. 9:00am - 12:00pm Sunday. |
 | 398 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach 4802 8:00am - 4:00pm (closed 12:30pm - 2:30pm each day) weekdays. Closed on weekends. |
 | 342 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach 4802 8:00am - 5:00pm weekdays. 8:00am - 2:30pm weekends. |
In April 2019, our customers paid between AUD $50 and AUD $93 per day for a hire car. Prices vary depending on vehicle type, time of year, and booking duration. For the most up to date cost of hiring a car in Airlie Beach, use our price comparison tool.
A Kia Rio or similar is the highest rated type of rental car in Airlie Beach based on recent ratings by customers.
Avis is the highest-rated car hire supplier in Airlie Beach based on recent ratings by our customers.
Yes, you can. However there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking.
Airlie Beach is the starting point for venturing into the crystal waters and lush rainforest the Whitsundays is renowned for. Here are some of our favourite experiences in and around Airlie Beach:
Address: Terminal One, Air Whitsunday Road, Airlie Beach 4802
Get a snapshot of the beautiful Whitsundays in this half-day tour, offering gorgeous views of the Whitsundays islands, Hill Inlet, Whitehaven Beach, and the famous Heart Reef. Enjoy a scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef before stopping for a glass-bottom boat ride and snorkelling at Hardy Lagoon.
Address: Shingley Drive, Abell Point Marina North, Airlie Beach 4802
Get your adrenaline hit on a rafting adventure at 35 knots! You’ll explore the islands, inlets, and beaches on custom-built semi-rigid inflatable vessels leaving from Airlie Beach.
Address: Whitsundays, 4802
Set your sights on the whitest sand you’ve ever seen along the seven-kilometre stretch of Whitehaven Beach. Named one of the world’s top 50 beaches, Whitehaven is accessible from Airlie Beach by boat or scenic flight. Don’t forget to pack your swimmers so you can enjoy a dip in the crystal clear waters.
Address: 6 Lamond Street, Airlie Beach 4802
Set amongst secluded gardens just 200 metres from the Airlie Beach lagoon, Airlie Beach Motor Lodge promises a peaceful stay close to beaches, shops, and restaurants. Take your pick of self-contained studios or two-bedroom townhouse apartments with private balconies and patios (most with ocean or mountain views).
Address: 2 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach 4802
Situated just 750 metres from the town centre, and easy walking distance to cafes, bars, and restaurants in town, Colonial Palms Motor Inn offers affordable accommodation in beautiful Airlie Beach. Its tropical resort-style atmosphere, along with expansive views of Boat Haven Bay and Mandalay Point, makes it an excellent place to relax and unwind.
