There were 48.4 million visitors to regional Australia in 2019 who engaged in aquatic and coastal tourism activities (Source: Tourism Research Australia).
Investment Opportunities in Beach Tourism
Australia has many of the world’s most iconic island, beach and coastal destinations. Whether it be some of the country's best-known landmarks such as the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Sydney Harbour in New South Wales or Tasman National Park in Tasmania.
Australia's vast coastline plays an important role in defining the character of the country - beaches, islands, ocean lagoons and colourful reefs underpin the Australian way of life. Australia offers two of the world's greatest coral reefs, a variety of world-class fishings options, renowned island resorts and a year-round temperate climate which lends itself to outdoor sports, aquatic and coastal activities.
With a continuous coastline of more than 30,000 kilometres, Australia offers investors the opportunity to go beyond these iconic destinations and create something truly unique on the many spectacular coastal journeys that also make up Australia's repertoire of beach and island experiences.
See below to explore some of the unique tourism investment opportunities Australia's beaches and islands have to offer or contact one of our investment specialists for comprehensive and confidential assistance that will save you time and money, and help you make the right investment decision.
Recent Major Transactions
Date Sold: August 2018
Price: $88,5000,000 ($241,803 per key)
Buyer: Shakespeare Property Group
Date Sold: August 2018
Price: $12,500,000 ($111,765 per key)
Buyer: Oaks Hotels & Resorts
Date Sold: February 2018
Price: $43,000,000 ($170,181 per key)
Buyer: SeaLink Travel Group
Recent Key Developments
Bannisters Port Stephens, New South Wales
Opened in September, 2018
Development cost: $7 million
Coastal luxury boutique hotel, Bannisters has expanded across New South Wales with the opening of Bannisters Port Stephens, occupying the beachfront site of the former Salamander Shores at Soldiers Point. The four-star hotel features 80 rooms, including four luxury suites and a penthouse, with the majority of rooms offering bay views over the Karuah River. The hotel also features an infinity pool, cocktail bar and restaurant.
Daydream Island, Whitsundays, Queensland
Opening in April, 2019
(Re)development cost: $100 million
Following the damage caused by Cyclone Debbie, owners China Capital Investment Group have invested $100 million in the redevelopment of Daydream Island. The 4.5-star resort will offer 290 refurbished modern rooms and suites and an expanded food and beverage offering with three restaurants and five bars. A beachfront pool, adjacent infinity pool and central lagoon style pool will offer unparalleled views across the Great Barrier Reef.
Lindeman Island Resort,
Queensland
Opening in 2022
Development cost: $600 million
Two new resorts and a residential complex are to be developed on Lindeman Island by Chinese owner White Horse Holdings. Once operational, the project will see the island again become a premium eco-tourism resort able to accommodate over 550 visitors each night. The development includes 169 villas, 136 suites and 20 apartments across 5 and 6-star resorts and tourist villa precincts along with restaurants, a golf course, airstrip and improved marine access.
Investor Resources
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