Emerald, Queensland
Large 46 Room Freehold Passive Investment Motel
$4.9M Freehold Passive Investment
Business Description
The Emerald Explorers Inn presents a rare and exceptional opportunity to secure a high-performing freehold passive investment motel in the heart of Queensland’s thriving Central Highlands. This well-established 46-room mid-scale motel has built a strong reputation for quality accommodation.
Built in 2002, the property offers resort-style accommodation and has been well maintained, requiring minimal additional capital investment. Positioned on the main thoroughfare of Emerald—a booming regional hub—it enjoys high visibility and easy access to major transport links, including the nearby airport. The business caters to a strong repeat corporate clientele base driven by mining and agriculture.
Key features include an onsite licensed restaurant, external 2/3-bedroom house, 3-bedroom managers residence, coach parking, beautiful grounds, and first-class facilities ideal for both corporate and leisure guests. With multiple income streams and strong existing performance under a long term (26 years left as of March 1st) lease.
The Emerald Explorers Inn is ideally located within walking distance of the Emerald Botanic Gardens and minutes from the aquatic centre, shopping precincts, and dining options. Its strategic location and diverse clientele offer consistent revenue and a platform for further growth.
Passive Investment motels of this scale in regional Australia are in high demand, and this opportunity ticks every box for savvy investors looking to capitalise on a booming regional economy. Don’t miss your chance to secure one of Central Queensland’s most respected motels.
Business Summary
Key Investment Insights
1. Freehold passive investment motel, 46 rooms offering scale and asset ownership.
2. Long-term lease security, 26 years remaining as of 1 March, providing stable income.
3. Built in 2002 and described as well maintained, minimal additional capital expenditure likely required.
4. Resort-style mid-scale accommodation with first-class facilities appealing to corporate and leisure guests.
5. Multiple income streams, including an onsite licensed restaurant, external 2/3-bedroom house, and a 3-bedroom managers residence.
6. Strong repeat corporate clientele driven by mining and agriculture, supporting consistent occupancy and revenue.
7. Prime location on Emerald’s main thoroughfare, high visibility and easy access to major transport links and the nearby airport.
8. Walking distance to Emerald Botanic Gardens, minutes from the aquatic centre, shopping precincts and dining options, enhancing guest appeal.
9. Coach parking and beautiful grounds, enabling group bookings and events.
10. Positioned in a booming regional hub, offering exposure to Central Highlands economic growth and investor demand for passive motels.
