Houseboat Hire Prices
Get real-time pricing and availability with our smart booking engine.
Prices Change Based on Season & Availability
Houseboat hire prices vary throughout the year based on season, demand, and special promotions. Rather than showing outdated rates, our online booking engine gives you real-time pricing for your exact dates.
Our Booking Engine Automatically:
- Searches for the best available rates across all houseboats
- Applies Early Bird discounts when you book ahead
- Shows Last Minute specials for upcoming dates
- Includes Winter rates and seasonal promotions
- Offers longer stay discounts automatically
Limited Specials - Book Online to Secure the Best Rate
Specials are strictly limited per boat and for specific dates. For example, we may offer only one early bird special per month for a particular houseboat, or discount just 3 boats for a particular weekend. These limits aren't fixed and change all the time, so if you see an available special, book it — it may disappear at any moment.
This means a special available today may not be available tomorrow. Once the allocated specials are booked, they're gone until the next period.
Our booking engine automatically searches for and applies the best available rate for your chosen boat and dates. If a special is available, you'll see it applied instantly.
Important: Specials are only available through our online booking engine and are not offered for phone bookings.
Top Tips to Get the Lowest Price
Stay Longer, Save More
Longer hires often work out cheaper per night. Our 7-night rates offer the best value.
Book Early
Early bird discounts are automatically applied when you book well in advance.
Consider Winter
Winter months offer significantly lower rates with beautiful mild weather on the Gold Coast.
Watch for Last Minute Deals
Cancellations create last-minute availability at reduced rates.
Check-in & Check-out Days
Hire periods and check-in days vary by season and boat availability. Common options include:
- 3-night weekend: Friday to Monday
- 4-night midweek: Monday to Friday
- 7-night full week: Friday to Friday or Monday to Monday
Minimum Stay Requirements
We generally have a 3-night minimum stay. However, minimum stays increase during peak periods:
- Gazetted long weekends: 4-night minimum
- Christmas week & New Year's week: 6 or 7-night minimum
* Subject to availability. The booking engine will show all available options for your dates.
Fuel Charges
Fuel is charged based on engine running time. Rates vary by vessel size:
| Vessel Type | Fuel Cost per Hour |
|---|---|
| Standard Houseboats | $33 - $45 / hour |
| Large Houseboats | $55 - $70 / hour |
| Premium Vessels | $80 - $100 / hour |
Typical usage: 4-8 hours motoring for a week-long hire. Many guests anchor up and enjoy the scenery!
Generator Charges
Some houseboats have diesel generators for air conditioning when anchored:
$10 / hour
Generator diesel (select boats)
Many of our houseboats have solar power and don't require generator use for basic amenities.
Tender Equipment Rental
Enhance your adventure with an outboard motor for your tender (dinghy):
| Hire Period | Outboard Hire |
|---|---|
| 3 nights | $125 |
| 4-5 nights | $150 |
| 7 nights | $175 |
Row dinghies are included with all houseboats at no extra charge.
Security Bond & Parking
Security Bond
A refundable security bond is required for all hires. Bond amounts vary by vessel.
View full bond details →Parking
$10 / night
Secure parking available at our marina for the duration of your hire.
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