28-30 Esmond Street, Emerald QLD
Emerald, Central Queensland

Emerald Inn.

Executive Apartment kitchen and living area at Emerald Inn

Your home in the heart of Emerald.

Welcome to Emerald Inn — thirty-two self-contained apartments at 28-30 Esmond Street in the heart of Emerald, Central Queensland. Every apartment comes with a full kitchen, rain shower, washer-dryer, and everything you need to feel at home from the moment you walk in. We’re five minutes from Emerald Airport, twenty minutes from Fairbairn Dam, and forty-five minutes from the Sapphire Gemfields. Whether you’re here for work, a family getaway, or exploring the Central Highlands, you’ll find a comfortable base that’s built around what guests actually need.

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Every apartment, every stay.

Fully equipped kitchen

Full-size fridge, oven, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher and complete cookware. Everything you need to cook your own meals.

Quality beds & linen

Comfortable beds with quality linen and towels. A good night’s sleep is the foundation of every stay.

Rain shower

Rain showers in every apartment with quality bathroom amenities provided.

Free undercover parking

On-site, undercover, secure — included with every booking. Work vehicles and utes welcome.

Free high-speed WiFi

Fast, reliable WiFi for streaming, video calls, and remote work. No data limits, no extra charge.

In-room washer & dryer

Your own washing machine and clothes dryer in every apartment. Pack lighter, stay longer.

42″ Smart TV

Smart TV with streaming capability and reverse cycle air-conditioning in every apartment.

Non-smoking property

A clean, fresh environment throughout. Weekly housekeeping service and accessible rooms available.

In the heart of Emerald.

We’re at 28-30 Esmond Street — right in the centre of town, a short walk to the CBD and just five minutes from the airport. Fairbairn Dam and Lake Maraboon are an easy twenty-minute drive. The Sapphire Gemfields at Rubyvale and Anakie are forty-five minutes west — close enough for a day trip. And Carnarvon Gorge, one of Queensland’s most spectacular national parks, is a three-hour drive south-west.

5 min

by drive

Emerald Airport

5 min

by walk

Emerald CBD

5 min

by drive

Emerald Hospital

20 min

by drive

Fairbairn Dam

45 min

by drive

Sapphire Gemfields

3 hrs

by drive

Carnarvon Gorge

Full location & directions

Our apartments.

Deluxe Apartment

Self-contained

Deluxe Apartment

Self-contained comfort with a fully equipped kitchen, queen bed, and everything you need for a relaxed stay in Emerald.

Executive Apartment

Business & corporate

Executive Apartment

Everything in the Deluxe, plus a working desk, second TV in the bedroom, and a Nespresso machine — built for the business traveller.

Two Bedroom Apartment

Families & groups

Two Bedroom Apartment

Our most spacious option — 80m² with two bedrooms, full kitchen, separate living and dining, and a private balcony. Perfect for families or extended stays.

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Gateway to the
Central Highlands.

Twenty minutes to Fairbairn Dam. Forty-five minutes to the Sapphire Gemfields. Three hours to Carnarvon Gorge. Emerald Inn is the practical Central Queensland base for the trip you’re actually here to do.

Sapphire Gemfields fossicking near Emerald
Gemfields

Sapphire Gemfields

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Fairbairn Dam and Lake Maraboon near Emerald
Recreation

Fairbairn Dam

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Carnarvon Gorge National Park, day trip from Emerald
National Park

Carnarvon Gorge

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Events in Emerald and the Central Highlands
Year-round

Emerald events

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Reviews.

★★★★★

"Clean, spacious and well-equipped. The full kitchen made our extended stay so much easier. Free undercover parking was a bonus."

Mark T. Google review
★★★★★

"Perfect base for exploring the Gemfields. The apartment had everything we needed and the staff were incredibly helpful."

Sarah & David Google review
★★★★★

"Best accommodation in Emerald for work stays. Comfortable bed, fast WiFi, and the kitchen saves a fortune on meals."

James H. Google review
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Emerald Inn.

Emerald Inn is a 4-star self-contained apartment property at 28-30 Esmond Street in Emerald, Central Queensland. Part of the Travellers Group family, we offer three apartment types across thirty-two units — each one designed so you can settle in, cook your own meals, do your laundry, and feel genuinely at home.

Our guests come from all walks of life — FIFO workers on Bowen Basin rosters, healthcare professionals on placement at Emerald Hospital, families exploring the Sapphire Gemfields and Carnarvon Gorge, corporate travellers on project rotations, and grey nomads enjoying the Capricorn Highway at their own pace. Whatever brings you to Emerald, you’ll find a warm welcome and a comfortable place to call home.

Where is Emerald Inn located? +

28-30 Esmond Street, in the heart of Emerald, QLD 4720. Five minutes' drive to Emerald Airport, five minutes' walk to the CBD, twenty minutes to Fairbairn Dam and Lake Maraboon, and forty-five minutes west to the Sapphire Gemfields at Rubyvale and Anakie.

What types of apartments does Emerald Inn offer? +

Three apartment types: Deluxe Apartment (42m², queen + sofa bed, 2 guests), Executive Apartment (42m², queen + sofa bed, 3 guests, with desk, Nespresso, second TV), and Two Bedroom Apartment (80m², queen + 2 singles + sofa, up to 6 guests). All are fully self-contained with full kitchens, rain showers, air-conditioning and free WiFi.

What's included with every stay? +

Free undercover parking, free high-speed WiFi, fully equipped kitchen with full-size fridge, oven and stovetop, washing machine and clothes dryer, rain shower, Smart TV, air-conditioning, and weekly housekeeping. No surcharges at checkout.

Who stays at Emerald Inn? +

Mining and construction workers on Bowen Basin rosters, healthcare professionals and government employees on placement at Emerald Hospital, families exploring the Gemfields and Carnarvon Gorge, corporate teams on project rotations, and grey nomads and couples passing through on the Capricorn Highway. The self-contained format is built for the practical end of accommodation rather than the resort end.

Quick facts

Emerald Inn — quick facts.

What
32 self-contained apartments across three types — Deluxe, Executive and Two Bedroom. Every apartment has a full kitchen (full-size fridge/freezer, oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster, cookware) and its own washer-dryer.
Where
28–30 Esmond Street, Emerald QLD 4720 — central Emerald, about five minutes’ drive to Emerald Airport (EMD) and an easy walk to the town centre.
Check-in / out
From 2:00 pm · by 10:00 am. Reception 7:00 am–7:00 pm daily, and the team is always close by after hours. Late arrivals: we call guests not checked in by 5 pm and arrange a key lock-box with a code — you’ll never be locked out.
Parking
Free undercover parking in the centralised guest car park on site. Trailers, boats and large work vehicles use street parking — our contractor guests do this routinely without issues. Ask us before arrival if you’re unsure.
WiFi & TV
Free unlimited high-speed WiFi. Smart TVs with streaming (incl. Netflix) and reverse-cycle air-conditioning in every apartment.
Families
Cots and rollaway beds at no charge. BBQ and garden area with a 65″ outdoor TV for the footy. Smoke-free property.
Breakfast
The Capricornian opens from 5:30 am and delivers breakfast to your apartment if pre-ordered the night before (Mon–Fri) — made for early mine-site starts.
Long stays
Weekly and extended-stay rates arranged case by case; extensions welcome subject to availability. Companies can set up direct billing through a Travellers Group corporate account covering all five properties.
Best for
Bowen Basin mining rosters and contractors · Emerald Hospital placements and visiting families · corporate and government travellers · Gemfields and Carnarvon Gorge explorers · AgGrow Field Days visitors · families needing full kitchens and laundries.
Indicative rate
Apartments from $170 per night, booked direct — indicative only; live availability and pricing at the booking link.
Book direct
Best available rate when you book with us directly. Book online, call +61 7 4980 0600, or email bookings@emeraldinn.com.au — we’ll always reply.

Book direct. Pay less.

Book through our site and you’ll always get the best available rate — no booking fees, no third-party markups. Long-stay and corporate rates available on request.

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Or call (07) 4980 0600 to speak with the team directly.