"Just 3.5 hours drive from Brisbane, Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay is the ultimate paradise escape. Located on beautiful Shell Beach, the Grand Mercure is your gateway to the World Heritage listed Fraser Island where humpback whales holiday, not just swim past. Offering luxury resort apartment style living within reach of the magnificent beachfront, the 49 apartment hotel features tropical gardens, a lagoon pool, gym and sauna and is just a stroll from boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants.