Margaret River Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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From touring vineyards and wineries to relaxing on some of the best beaches in Western Australia’s southwest, this town offers a variety of exciting pursuits.

Wineries, beaches, forests and gourmet food and drink are some of Margaret River's biggest attractions. Situated in the eponymous wine region, this small town is surrounded by picturesque splendour. Go for countryside walks, relax on a beach and sample premium wines in the places where they are made.

Begin your visit with a walk down the town’s long main street, which is lined with cafés, boutiques, galleries and curiosity shops. On Saturday mornings, stock up on fresh produce from the farmers market.

Stop by the Margaret River Gallery to see the work of emerging local and national artists. Extend your wanderings further, by taking a stroll along tracks that run by the river and through the nearby forest.

Make time to visit a few of the area’s other natural attractions. Just 20 minutes outside of Margaret River are Lake Cave and Mammoth CaveOpens in a new window, large subterranean spaces that are part of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. View spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations.

Head out to one of the beaches near the town for sunbathing and watersports. There are several good surfing spots in the vicinity, including Surfer's Point in Prevelly, about a 10-minute drive from Margaret River.

When you want to try some of the wines that the Margaret River Wine RegionOpens in a new window is so famous for, you’ll find many within easy reach of the town. These include the Voyager Estate Winery, Leeuwin Estate and Xanadu WineryOpens in a new window. Go to cellar door tasting sessions, learn how the wines are made and stay for something to eat in the wineries’ restaurants. The centre of Margaret River also offers a number of good dining spots.

Reach the town and its wineries and natural attractions by flying into the international airport at PerthOpens in a new window. From there, you can drive to Margaret River in about 3 hours. Alternatively, arrive by taxi, bus, coach or airport shuttle.

Grande Escape Resort
Grande Escape Resort
4 out of 5
78 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$159 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$159
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (782 reviews)
"My friend and I had an event down the road, was safe and close enough for is to walk to. Beds were very comfortable and the room had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Grande Escape Resort
Margarets in Town Apartments
Margarets in Town Apartments
3.5 out of 5
6 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$184 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$184
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Clean rooms Easy check in and check out Location"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Margarets in Town Apartments
Margaret River Tourist Park
Margaret River Tourist Park
4 out of 5
44 Station Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$131 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$131
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (539 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable cabin - perfect"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Margaret River Tourist Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Riverview Tourist Park
Riverview Tourist Park
2 out of 5
8 Willmott Ave, Margaret River, WA
Stay at this campground in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Jahroc Galleries and Margaret River Farmers Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Very quite place, just near the river, the chalet is excellent for family holiday event, as Margaret river town is so beautiful. There is no oven in the kitchen, a little inconvenient for cooking dinner."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Riverview Tourist Park
Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
Margaret River
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Short break away
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
 
The country cottage 

Close to town. 
Family friendly and pet friendly.
The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Margaret River
Stay at this cottage in Margaret River. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Gloucester Park and Jahroc Galleries are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Quirky peaceful cottage"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Margaret River

4.7
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Difficult time due to Coronavirus. Less dining out. Great access to beautiful beaches

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Wasn’t really sure what to expect with Margaret River, lots of roadworks going on at the moment. Nice area, plenty to see and taste.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love the place and wish I could live there, would make a great sea change. All accommodation has been fantastic on the whole.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Make sure you go to Cape Mentelle and also the White Elephant cafe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fabulous coffee shops wineries perfect for a weekend away

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

This was my third visit in the past decade and I like the diversity of things to do and interests of people in the area.

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