Nightcap at Northern Grounds

Property class: 3.5

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a large umbrella, and a view of a lake.
A bar area with a variety of bottles and glasses, a television screen, and a refrigerated section.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A waterfront building with a sign for 'Bars Bistro' and 'Kendo Gaming'.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage with a podium, and large windows overlooking a body of water.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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2/46 David Low Way, Diddillibah, QLD, 4558
  • Place, Eudlo Creek Conservation Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cutters Ridge Environmental Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mooloolaba Esplanade
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Double & Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Non View Studio Queen and Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sunshine Coast

At Nightcap at Northern Grounds you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Eudlo Creek Conservation Park and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Sunshine Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The bistro, Waterfront Hotel Bistro, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. 2152 square feet (200 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Diddillibah hotel, attractions include Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba Beach.

What's nearby

  • Eudlo Creek Conservation Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cutters Ridge Environmental Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 9 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 9 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Hastings Street - 31 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Nambour Station - 14 min drive
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunshine Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Nightcap at Northern Grounds

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2152 square feet (200 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and an ATM are also featured at the business-friendly Nightcap at Northern Grounds. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Sunshine Coast hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2152 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nightcap at Northern Grounds offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Sunshine Coast hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Waterfront Hotel Bistro

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,152 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Waterfront Diddillibah
Waterfront Hotel Diddillibah
Waterfront Hotel
Nightcap At Waterfront
Nightcap at Waterfront Hotel Hotel
Nightcap at Waterfront Hotel Diddillibah
Nightcap at Waterfront Hotel Hotel Diddillibah

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

Nightcap at Northern Grounds offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Northern Grounds on 1 Nov 2026 start from NZ$184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

Yep, Nightcap at Northern Grounds has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

The closest beach to Nightcap at Northern Grounds is Maroochydore Beach (5.3 km).

What makes Nightcap at Northern Grounds a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nightcap at Northern Grounds.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

No, Nightcap at Northern Grounds does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Northern Grounds?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nightcap at Northern Grounds Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 261 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean accommodation next to a tavern which is very handy for food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, great staff, excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Yea good spot, great pub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean room and bathroom tiled from ceiling to floor very tasteful. Bed extremely clean and comfortable. Having the hotel next door was a winner for us as we didn’t need to go and find somewhere to eat. Which by the way the meal was lovely with very kind staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, small easy little place with a standard pub/restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was great! Nice and clean, the bathroom nicely renovated, quiet area which was surprisingly good being close to the pub, the drink vouchers were also a pleasant surprise. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place to stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good place to stay and the waterfront staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for the night. The tavern has had an amazing facelift. Staff are all super friendly and helpful. Food was amazing as usual. Great atmosphere and room was great. Bed was one of the comfiest I’ve ever been on in a hotel. Complimentary jelly beans were cool too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view over the lake from our room - we loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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It was nice to stay one night , enjoyed the drinks and meals at lakeside restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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beautiful place and clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beds, the position & the the Restaurant food.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room and excellent shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and the room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was super clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds where very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed comfortable. Staff friendly. Evening meal was lovely and discounted with accommodation. Plenty of seating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the ambience and surroundings also liked how they leaned toward feeding the aged & those with pension cards with large discounts on meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the view over the water, the shower, friendly staff and courtesy bus. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023