Aparthotel

Don Pancho by the Beach

Property class: 3.5

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Deluxe Studio Ocean View
On the beach
Executive Three Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment Ocean View | Living area
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

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58-62 Miller Street, Bargara, QLD, 4670
  • Place, Kelly's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bargara Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Barolin Rocks
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bundaberg, QLD (BDB)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Studio Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment Ocean View

  • Beach view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Executive Queen Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Three Bedroom Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bundaberg

With a stay at Don Pancho by the Beach in Bundaberg (Bargara), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Kelly's Beach and Bargara Beach. .This beach aparthotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Barolin Rocks and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Neilson Park.

What's nearby

  • Kelly's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bargara Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Barolin Rocks - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Neilson Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Nielson's Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Bundaberg Station - 20 min drive
  • Bundaberg, QLD (BDB) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bargara Lakes Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bradlee's On The Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Moon 83 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Hotel - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Don Pancho by the Beach

Don Pancho by the Beach offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with satellite channels. This Bundaberg aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
An outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the aparthotel. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. This aparthotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 41 units
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's reception hours on Sunday and public holidays are 9 AM-noon. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 12.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 12.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Don Pancho Beach
Don Pancho Beach Bargara
Don Pancho Beach Resort
Don Pancho Beach Resort Bargara
Don Pancho Beach Hotel Bargara
Don Pancho Beach Resort Bargara, Australia - Queensland
Don Pancho By The Bargara
Don Pancho by the Beach Bargara
Don Pancho by the Beach Aparthotel
Don Pancho by the Beach Aparthotel Bargara

Don Pancho by the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 477 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Melissa

For an older property, the rooms are well maintained and the ocean views are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was ok. Would consider a 2 star American hotel suite equivalent. Grounds are a bit dilapidated. I would not recommend this hotel for American travelers. You need international calling to call after hours. No 1800 number. I got locked out which meant finding someone to call the number and wake up the groundskeeper. Obviously this is my fault but a normal hotel this would just mean a quick 10 second detour. I got there late and made sure to call in. They said they would text me the code but never got it. I called again and they said to just call when I got there not sure why they couldn’t give over the phone Kirk email to my email that is registered. Again seems great for locals on holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karyan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay by the beach. Our suite was newly renovated, roomy, and the resort staff were super helpful in arranging an additional night for us due to unforeseen events. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff, great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The ocean view studio is perfect - sitting right over the beach and with a little kitchenette. It’s an older resort but they keep it well maintained. The pool has beautiful day beds and tables so you can relax after a day at the beach! They don’t do turtle friendly lighting though, which was surprising given the location. Other hotels on the beach have a lights-out policy but ours was brightly lit all night. But the staff are super friendly and it's a short walk to Bargara main street, so it's hard to beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I booked for a week but only stayed 3 nights. We didn’t like driving in a tunnel car park entrance that people also had to walk in and out of to get to their rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Martina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible! Room was dirty, curtains and walls mouldy and dirty, towels provided were stained, toilet seat broken, bathroom sink burnt and damaged, sofa felt like i was sitting in years worth of sweat and dirt. I refused to take my thongs off even to shower. It was a shame the location was great but not even that could make me want to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
room was clean and tidy, however very old and no air con in the bedroom. We had people sitting outside our kitchen window till late at night eating dinner. It was not private at all. not great access and hard walking up stairs with alot of luggage. staff were very nice. we couldn't get our car underneath either, so had to leave it outside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 bedroom unit was very spacious, was clean & well presented. Overlooked pool area. Only downside was no designated unit parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room is clean, on small side. Large balcony/patio on pool side. No kitchen (Kettle only). Queen bed, comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was great and access to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Room had a funky smell. Food left in the cupboards. Wifi didn’t work in the room. Lady at check in was like it was her first day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian, Woodgate Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an old motel undergoing renovation. Our room was small but had everything we needed & was very clean with a comfortable bed. The room was well set up with a good size fridge/freezer, 2 hotplates, a small kitchen with cookwear, plates, dishes, cutlery, cups, glasses, wine glasses, etc. We had a small balcony and a 10/10 ocean view. The parking was a little awkward due to our vehicle being over the 2 metre carpark entry because of kayak roof racks & we had to drive in a tight space around the buildings to enter the carpark from the back. The open carpark was full, so we couldn't park there. It's doable, but just a little awkward. It wouldn't be a problem getting into the carpark if your vehicle is under the 2 metre height restriction. We would definitely stay again. Good value for the price. Other accommodation in that area is very expensive. A couple of hooks on the inside of the bathroom door would be most helpful for hanging clothes while you shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view apartments were beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 3 bedroom unit was very spacious with ample room for the family. The balcony was a lovely place to sit and relax while listening to the ocean. So close to the beach! We have stayed a couple of times and will stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne and Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the 3brm executive room and it was perfect! Newly renovated and a perfect home away from home. We were so comfortable in this space. It was beautifully presented, clean, and our entertaining area overlooking the pool was amazing. The shared area overlooking the beach was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice to see the newly renovated pool finished.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025