From boutique stays to bold new adventures, the Capricorn Coast, Southern Great Barrier Reef continues to make waves with an exciting line-up of new openings, refreshed experiences and home-grown innovations.

As an ECO Certified Destination, our region is proud to champion sustainable growth — celebrating businesses that enhance our visitor experience while protecting the natural beauty that makes this place so special.

With vibrant new products, creative entrepreneurs and sustainable experiences emerging across the coast, the Capricorn Coast continues to lead the way as one of Queensland’s most inspiring destinations — where community, conservation and creativity meet the sea.

Now Open

Villa La Sini
Located in the heart of Yeppoon, Villa La Sini is the region’s newest boutique accommodation, offering a modern, coastal-chic retreat just moments from the beach, dining and shopping precincts. With construction now complete and bookings open, guests can unwind in spacious, stylish surrounds that blend relaxed coastal living with personalised hospitality.

Yeppoon Jet Ski Tours
Get ready to ride the waves! Yeppoon Jet Ski Tours invites visitors to experience the Capricorn Coast from a thrilling new perspective. Led by experienced local guides, the tours take riders across Keppel Bay to explore turquoise waters, island vistas and marine life — an unforgettable adventure on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Cape Keppel Beach
At the northern tip of Curtis Island lies Cape Keppel Beach — a new coastal retreat where the bush meets the sea. This off-grid beachfront escape offers a unique “bush-meets-beach” experience in one of Queensland’s most pristine and secluded locations, combining simple comforts with raw natural beauty for the ultimate island adventure.

Sunseeker SPF
Founded right here in Yeppoon, Sunseeker SPF is the latest example of Capricorn Coast innovation in action. This natural, reef-safe, eco-friendly skincare brand by local entrepreneur Grace Rayner is designed for conscious adventurers who care about protecting both their skin and the reef — a product proudly born from an ecotourism-certified destination.

Keppel Sands Caravan Park
Following a major refurbishment, Keppel Sands Caravan Park has reopened its doors to holidaymakers. Under the care of Murray and Deb McLay, the upgraded park now features additional powered sites, a 4-star amenities block, pickleball court, crazy mini golf, plunge pool and refreshed landscaping — breathing new life into one of the Capricorn Coast’s most loved seaside communities.

Jabiru Events Centre, Yeppoon
The newly opened Jabiru Events Centre is Yeppoon’s fresh venue for celebrations, conferences and community events. With a stylish modern design and flexible layout, it’s a welcome addition for weddings, business functions and destination gatherings alike.

Coming Soon

Great Keppel Island Hideaway Eco-Tents
In the final stages of construction and set to open in November 2025, Great Keppel Island Hideaway’s Eco-Tents will soon offer visitors a comfortable, low-impact way to experience island life. Blending relaxed coastal comfort with sustainable design, these new additions perfectly complement the region’s growing eco-tourism offering.