Emerald Inn
Modern self-contained apartments · Emerald, Central Highlands, Queensland
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Designed for comfort.
Built for longer stays.
Fully self-contained apartments with full kitchens, quality beds, fast WiFi, washer-dryers, and rain showers. Whether you’re here for a mining roster, a healthcare placement, a family holiday, or passing through on the Capricorn Highway — this is home.
Quiet, central, and purpose-built for the way people actually stay in Emerald.



Every apartment, every stay
quality linen
undercover parking
service
check-in
property
Our apartments
Deluxe Apartment
Queen + Sofa Bed
2 Guests
Everything that matters — full kitchen, quality bed, rain shower, and smart TV. A comfortable base for any stay in Emerald.
Executive Apartment
Queen + Sofa Bed
2 Guests
Full-size fridge, stove and oven, Nespresso machine, executive desk with chair, and a second TV in the bedroom.
Two Bedroom Apartment
Queen + 2 Singles + Sofa
4–6 Guests
Our most spacious option. Two bedrooms, full kitchen, and a private balcony. Perfect for families, groups, or extended stays.
Built for the way people work and travel in Emerald
FIFO
Business
Workers
Groups
& Education

More than a mining town
Emerald sits on the Nogoa River at the gateway to the Bowen Basin and the Sapphire Gemfields — home to Fairbairn Dam, Blackdown Tableland, seasonal sunflower fields, and one of the few places on earth where you can fossick for precious gemstones.
What our guests say
★★★★★
on Google · 127 reviews
“It’s difficult to fully describe the high quality of our stay. The unit was immaculate with everything supplied for a long stay.”
“Can’t say enough about this little gem. I’ve come to expect poor pillows in hotels but was very happily proved wrong here.”
“The apartment was very well equipped with everything you could need — coffee machine, washer and dryer, full kitchen. Perfect!”
About Emerald Inn
Modern self-contained apartments in the heart of Emerald, Central Highlands, Queensland. Located on the Capricorn Highway just five minutes from Emerald Airport and two minutes from Emerald Hospital, the inn offers fully equipped kitchens, free undercover parking, a guest laundry, swimming pool and barbecue area. Whether you are here for the Sapphire Gemfields, a mining roster, a medical placement or a family getaway to Lake Maraboon, our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments are designed for comfortable extended stays. Check-in from 2 pm, check-out by 10 am. +61 7 4982 2566
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Emerald Inn from the airport?
About five minutes by car — roughly four kilometres along the Capricorn Highway from Emerald Airport.
Do all apartments have full kitchens?
Yes. Every apartment comes with a fridge, stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher and full cookware. Executive apartments also include a Nespresso machine.
Is parking included?
Yes. Free undercover parking is provided for every guest.
Can I book for a FIFO or extended roster?
Absolutely. We regularly accommodate mining rosters, healthcare placements and corporate extended stays. Get in touch for roster rates and corporate accounts.
What is there to do in Emerald?
Emerald is the gateway to the Sapphire Gemfields (45 minutes), Fairbairn Dam at Lake Maraboon (20 minutes), the Blackdown Tableland National Park, the Pioneer Wall historical walk and the sunflower fields. There is plenty to explore year-round.
Do you accept pets?
Emerald Inn is a non-pet property. Please contact us directly to discuss any assistance-animal requirements.
How close is Emerald Hospital?
About two minutes by car — just 1.5 kilometres away. We are a popular choice for medical placements, locum doctors and patient families.





