Burleigh Heads Hotel is a restaurants & cafes in Burleigh Heads, NSW, Australia, with a price range of $$. It has a 4.6/5 rating from 5505 Google reviews. Contact: +61 7 5508 0500. Website: https://www.burleighheadshotel.com.au/.Listed on thegood.guide, the local's guide to Byron Bay.
Burleigh Heads Hotel
Burleigh Heads · Restaurants & Cafes
BeachfrontFamily FriendlyOcean ViewCouples
4.6/5
(5,505 reviews)
$$
The lamb koftas and Moreton Bay bugs at a pub across the road from Burleigh Beach is not a combination you expect to work this well. The Burleigh Heads Hotel runs two bars, a restaurant, and a gaming room from its spot on The Esplanade, and on a good night, it genuinely delivers. The menu swings from fresh seafood to classic pub meals, the R&B playlist keeps things moving, and the beach views from the outdoor seating do most of the heavy lifting on atmosphere. Service is warm when it's on, with regulars quick to name specific staff who made their night. The honest caveat: consistency wobbles, and a quiet Monday can be a different experience to a buzzing Friday. Book ahead, sit outside, and order the chicken karaage.
Opening Hours
- Monday10am – 2am
- Tuesday10am – 2am
- Wednesday10am – 2am
- Thursday10am – 2am
- Friday10am – 2am
- Saturday10am – 2am
- Sunday10am – 12am
Contact
- +61 7 5508 0500
- burleighheadshotel.com.au
- 4 The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
- View on Google Maps →
What People Say
Kath K4 months ago
Christmas buffet lunch was incredible - from the five star food to the exceptional service. The food included cold and hot seafood, salads and the full range of hot buffet. The staff made the day, with most professional and friendly vibe. Thank you Burleigh Heads Hotel - we’ll be back.
Stacey White4 months ago
Absolutely loved our stay at Burleigh Heads Hotel! The location is unbeatable - right across from the beach with stunning ocean views and easy access to Burleigh’s cafés, shops, and walking tracks. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and the staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. The atmosphere was relaxed yet vibrant, and the food and drinks downstairs were excellent - perfect after a day in the sun. Everything about this place makes it ideal for a coastal getaway. We’ll definitely be back and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Burleigh Heads!
Margo Wright7 months ago
Hands down one of the best nights I’ve had in a pub in ages! The food was incredible. I had the lamb koftas, chicken karaage and Moreton Bay bugs and every single dish was spot on: fresh and cooked perfectly. Service was top-notch. Big and huge thanks to Chloe and Annie who went above and beyond to make the night feel special. The vibe is exactly what you want: great atmosphere, quick service and the R&B playlist was unreal. Great spot to get one admin completed and read my book too! Already looking forward to coming back again - absolutely recommend!
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