The Whitsundays are made up of 74 tropical islands situated in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. You can stay at some stunning island resorts including Hamilton, Hayman and Daydream Islands or visit the coastal towns of Airlie Beach, Bowen and Proserpine. Things to do include snorkelling on the reef or visiting the beautiful Whitehaven Beach, considered by many to be the most beautiful beach in the world. You can fly direct to Hamilton Island and from there connect to any of the island resorts. Alternatively you can fly into nearby Whitsunday Coast Airport, on the mainland near Proserpine, and then drive to the popular coastal town of Airlie Beach.
Accommodation includes a range of refurbished spacious and modern rooms and suites with stunning views overlooking the pool and garden landscapes or with ocean views. The resort features an open-air cinema, outdoor pools and three bars and restaurants. For kids ages 4-12 years the kids club offers a program full of games, activities and learning experiences.
The Reef View Hotel on Hamilton Island is located directly opposite Catseye Beach and is close to many of the island's restaurants, activities and entertainment. There is a wide range of accommodation available including hotel rooms and one and two bedroom apartments. The hotel's Pool Terrace restaurant offers a daily buffet breakfast, as well as light lunches and an a la carte dinner menu.
Palm Bungalows are set in lush, tropical gardens, and with a breezy coastal style, making them the perfect place to relax, unwind, and explore everything that Hamilton Island has to offer. Rooms are one bedroom with a king bed and divan and are suitable for 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years. Guests have free use of the island's fitness centre, swimming pools and tennis courts, as well as unlimited use of the island's shuttle service.
Located 60 minutes by boat north of Hamilton Island, Hayman offers five star luxury accommodation on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef. You can choose from one, two and three bedroom suites, lagoon view rooms and suites, family lagoon suites, beachfront pool villas and a three bedroom beach house. Facilities include fitness and sport, walking trails and tours and on-water experiences.
Located close to Airlie Beach on 26 acres of tropical landscaped gardens. Accommodation includes a choice of 1,2 and 3 bedroom cabins and villas. There is a 32m lagoon style swimming pool with two waterslides, swim in spa and water mushrooms as well as a Waterslide Park with 13 waterslides. There is also 2 giant jumping pillows, adventure playground, mini golf, full size floodlit tennis court, 4.5m outdoor cinema, basketball, volleyball, Kermit's Kids Club, pedal karts and animal park.
Nestled alongside the rainforest of Conway National Park and in a protected amphitheatre the park has a resort feel with a sensational swimming pool and outdoor spas with both garden and mountain views from all villas. Accommodation includes a choice of one and two bedroom cabins, deluxe villas, ensuite powered sites and camp sites. Facilities include a swimming pool, water park, playground, kids facilities, bouncing pillow, BBQ and bike track.
Situated right on the Port of Airlie Marina with views across the marina and out to the crystal clear waters of the Coral Sea. Accommodation consists of self-contained two and three bedroom apartments. Facilities include a swimming pool and sundeck, tennis court, barbeque area, children's playground, onsite secure car parking and high-speed internet access in every apartment. The Port of Airlie Marina is a lively mix of restaurants, bars and interesting shops.
An Airlie Beach icon located on the oceanfront overlooking the blue waters of the Coral Sea. There is a huge array of accommodation to choose from with one, two and three bedroom penthouse suites and apartments, suites, spa rooms, ocean view and ocean deluxe and garden view rooms. Facilities include a 25 metre swimming pool, children's wading pool, restaurant and bar, fitness room, spa, private jetty, free onsite parking, babysitting and child services.
Located in Airlie Beach on Shute Harbour Road within a few minutes walk of the Whitsunday Shopping Centre and five minutes drive to the vibrant main street of Airlie Beach. There are 160 rooms including family rooms and pool access inteconnecting rooms. Facilities include a large lagoon pool and heated spa, entertainment area, gym, restaurant and bar.