Margaret River travel guide

Margaret River Tourism | Margaret River Guide

You're Going to Love Margaret River

With a population of 5,584, Margaret River is a must-see destination in Western Australia, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Margaret River has to offer.

Where to Eat in Margaret River

If you’re looking for affordable options, Burger Baby (117 Bussell Hwy) and Noshery 6285 (131 Bussell Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Margaret River

Margaret River in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Margaret River in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Margaret River in February, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 11 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 180 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Margaret River, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Margaret River

Plane

Although Margaret River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Busselton Margaret River (BQB), which is located 26 miles from Margaret River.

Car

Another option to get to Margaret River is to pick up a car hire from Perth, which is about 146 miles from Margaret River. You’ll find branches of City Centre Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Perth.

Plane

Although Margaret River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Busselton Margaret River (BQB), which is located 26 miles from Margaret River.

Car

Another option to get to Margaret River is to pick up a car hire from Perth, which is about 146 miles from Margaret River. You’ll find branches of City Centre Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Perth.

Airlines serving Margaret River

Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (313 reviews)

Where to stay in Margaret River

Average rates range from around S$ 212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 345 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Margaret River

Most booked hotels in Margaret River

Margarets in Town Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 157+
Margaret River Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 158+
Stay Margaret River
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 154+

Hiring a car in Margaret River

Expect to pay S$ 1.59 per litre in Margaret River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 18.97 and S$ 25.30. The most frequently booked car type in Margaret River is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.59 per litre in Margaret River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 18.97 and S$ 25.30. The most frequently booked car type in Margaret River is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 16% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.