Located on stunning, secluded Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays, this luxury resort has 60 high-end waterside pavilions. Each room has sleek wooden decor, a private terrace, and a huge luxurious bathroom with freestanding bath. Property highlights include a private beach and two infinity pools with breathtaking views over the Coral Sea's turquoise waters. There are a range of low-key activities on offer too, such as free yoga, and more adventurous excursions to the Great Barrier Reef dive and snorkel sights are available. The two restaurants on-site provide top-notch cuisine, but food and drinks really add up here -- all-inclusive plans aren't an option.
Located on stunning, secluded Hamilton Island in the Whitsundays, this luxury resort has 60 high-end waterside pavilions. Each room has sleek wooden decor, a private terrace, and a huge luxurious bathroom with freestanding bath. Property highlights include a private beach and two infinity pools with breathtaking views over the Coral Sea's turquoise waters. There are a range of low-key activities on offer too, such as free yoga, and more adventurous excursions to the Great Barrier Reef dive and snorkel sights are available. The two restaurants on-site provide top-notch cuisine, but food and drinks really add up here -- all-inclusive plans aren't an option.
Set on the tropical Hamilton Island, a three-minute walk from the golden sands of Catseye Beach in one direction and the buzzy marina in the other, the Palm Bungalows is a three-pearl resort with 49 attractive, minimalist bungalows. Each has its own private veranda with a hammock, while interiors are bright and airy, featuring small but decently equipped kitchenettes. The resort shares facilities with the neighboring Reef View Hotel, and guests can get a free breakfast here, as well as use the hotel’s pool, sports club, and mini-golf course. Travelers looking for a greater degree of seclusion might want to try the Palm Bay Resort, on Long Island.
Set on the tropical Hamilton Island, a three-minute walk from the golden sands of Catseye Beach in one direction and the buzzy marina in the other, the Palm Bungalows is a three-pearl resort with 49 attractive, minimalist bungalows. Each has its own private veranda with a hammock, while interiors are bright and airy, featuring small but decently equipped kitchenettes. The resort shares facilities with the neighboring Reef View Hotel, and guests can get a free breakfast here, as well as use the hotel’s pool, sports club, and mini-golf course. Travelers looking for a greater degree of seclusion might want to try the Palm Bay Resort, on Long Island.
This upper-middle-range, family-friendly property offers 168 apartment-style rooms on tranquil grounds just opposite the gorgeous Catseye Beach, which is a four-minute walk away. Although the surrounding area is quiet, the shops and restaurants of Resort Centre are within walking distance, and several island attractions are also close by. Apartments are plain-looking but spacious, with two TVs, full kitchens, and balconies big enough for outdoor dining. Amenities are on the sparse side; the outdoor pool and whirlpool areas are pleasant, but apartments lack Wi-Fi and there are no dining options apart from a cute coffee cart. The neighboring Reef View Hotel has similar views but more features, including a sauna, restaurant, and arcade.
This upper-middle-range, family-friendly property offers 168 apartment-style rooms on tranquil grounds just opposite the gorgeous Catseye Beach, which is a four-minute walk away. Although the surrounding area is quiet, the shops and restaurants of Resort Centre are within walking distance, and several island attractions are also close by. Apartments are plain-looking but spacious, with two TVs, full kitchens, and balconies big enough for outdoor dining. Amenities are on the sparse side; the outdoor pool and whirlpool areas are pleasant, but apartments lack Wi-Fi and there are no dining options apart from a cute coffee cart. The neighboring Reef View Hotel has similar views but more features, including a sauna, restaurant, and arcade.
The 363-room Reef View Hotel is an upper-middle-range option situated across the road from Catseye Beach on beautiful Hamilton Island. It's not a fancy place, and some areas are a bit outdated, though the spectacular views of the Coral Sea are hard to beat. Rooms are spacious, but nothing to rave about. They do offer flat-screen TVs, minibars, and electric kettles, and all feature balconies or terraces. Those on higher floors facing the sea have the best views. The outdoor pool is a popular hangout spot, and there's a restaurant adjacent that serves all meals. All children stay and eat for free, and non-motorized water sports are also included. Alternatively, self-sufficient travelers who'd like to do their own cooking could check out the Whitsunday Apartments, Hamilton Island.
The 363-room Reef View Hotel is an upper-middle-range option situated across the road from Catseye Beach on beautiful Hamilton Island. It's not a fancy place, and some areas are a bit outdated, though the spectacular views of the Coral Sea are hard to beat. Rooms are spacious, but nothing to rave about. They do offer flat-screen TVs, minibars, and electric kettles, and all feature balconies or terraces. Those on higher floors facing the sea have the best views. The outdoor pool is a popular hangout spot, and there's a restaurant adjacent that serves all meals. All children stay and eat for free, and non-motorized water sports are also included. Alternatively, self-sufficient travelers who'd like to do their own cooking could check out the Whitsunday Apartments, Hamilton Island.
The 57-room Beach Club is a luxury adult-only property situated on postcard-worthy Catseye Beach, on gorgeous Hamilton Island. Rooms are contemporary-chic and offer amenities like luxe bathrooms, turndown service, and Nespresso machines. They all have balconies or decks facing the sea, and those on the lower level have direct access to the lawn and beach. The infinity pool is stunning, as is the beach, and non-motorized water sports are free. Dining -- including a free a la carte breakfast -- gets good reviews, and the lobby lounge is a lovely space that feels like a well-off friend's beach house. The overall atmosphere is relaxed and romantic. Travelers looking for an even more decadent experience on Hamilton Island could check out the Qualia Resort, but rates there are much higher.
The 57-room Beach Club is a luxury adult-only property situated on postcard-worthy Catseye Beach, on gorgeous Hamilton Island. Rooms are contemporary-chic and offer amenities like luxe bathrooms, turndown service, and Nespresso machines. They all have balconies or decks facing the sea, and those on the lower level have direct access to the lawn and beach. The infinity pool is stunning, as is the beach, and non-motorized water sports are free. Dining -- including a free a la carte breakfast -- gets good reviews, and the lobby lounge is a lovely space that feels like a well-off friend's beach house. The overall atmosphere is relaxed and romantic. Travelers looking for an even more decadent experience on Hamilton Island could check out the Qualia Resort, but rates there are much higher.