Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island, Whitsunday Passage via Airlie Beach, 4802 Daydream Island, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 2081 reviews)
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The refurbished Daydream Island Resort is located in the heart of Queensland's Whitsunday Islands. The stylish and tranquil retreat offers modern rooms and suites with free WiFi and a full buffet breakfast. The resort features an open-air cinema, outdoor pools and three bars and restaurants. All accommodations provides spacious rooms with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with free in-house movies. Most feature a private balcony or terrace with views of the ocean, marina or tropical gardens. Interconnecting rooms for families and accessible rooms are available. You can choose from a choice of restaurants at the resort including Graze, Inkstone Kitchen & Bar and an Asian Fusion restaurant. Guests can take a stroll through Daydream's rainforest walk or work out in the fitness center. The property also features over 20 free on-island activities including kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and a public fish feeding show. The tour desk can book a Living Reef Guided Snorkel, meet and feed Barry the Shovelnose Ray or experience what it’s like to be a Marine Biologist for a day, as well as Whitsunday and Great Barrier Reef day tours.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Daydream Island Resort has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 17, 2009- 2 swimming pools
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Very Good Breakfast

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Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
How do I get to the resort? I’m in Sydney. Which airport should I fly too?
Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) – also known as the Great Barrier Reef Airport – has direct flights from Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. From th..Answered on 22 September 2022If you are driving to Airlee Beach where do you park so you can transfer to Daydream Island and is there a charge? Thank you.
Parking is Available at the Maritime Terminal Located at the Port of Airlie, this is a council owned car park with a cost of $12 Per Night.Answered on 21 July 2020Is there a kids club on daydream
Yes there isAnswered on 7 July 2021Are kids allowed in this pool side room? Also how do I arrange a transport from airport to hotel?
Hello, Yes children are allowed in the pool side rooms. We are more than happy to organize your transfers from the airport to the island. Return Fe..Answered on 20 November 2019Do you offer Ferry transfers from Hamilton island to daydream island ?
Hi, Transfers can be arranged through Cruise Whitsundays to and from Daydream Island. The departure ports are Port of Airlie, Hamilton Island Marin..Answered on 18 July 2022Do u have rooms for disabled people , Easy access into room on electric scooter and easy access to shower toilet
We do have accessible rooms featuring wider access into the space, ramps where necessary and shower chairs and railings located in the bathrooms.Answered on 21 July 2020- Still looking?
Area info *
Restaurants3 Restaurants On Site
- Inkstone Kitchen & Bar
- CuisineAustralian
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Graze Interactive Dining
- CuisineInternational
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Infinity
- CuisineAsian
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort Facilities at Daydream Island Resort
- 2 swimming pools
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Very Good Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Kids' clubAdditional charge
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Canoeing
- Ping-pong
- Tennis court
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Chapel/Shrine
- Elevator
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- German
- English
- French
- Japanese
- Chinese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Debit card
Daydream Island Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please advise the property of the number of guests staying in each room. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Daydream Island Resort and Spa is accessible via ferry from Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI), Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) or Airlie Beach. Daydream Island Reservations can assist with booking ferry transfers after you have made your reservation. Please use the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Daydream Island Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Daydream Island Resort
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Guests staying at Daydream Island Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
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Yes, Daydream Island Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Daydream Island Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at Daydream Island Resort include:
- Twin
- Double
- Suite
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Daydream Island Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Ping-pong
- Tennis court
- Canoeing
- Beachfront
- Kids' club
- Private beach area
- Walking tours
- Tennis equipment
- Movie nights
- Spa facilities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Swimming pool
- Water sports facilities on site
- Fitness
- Tour or class about local culture
- Beach
- Happy hour
- Live music/Performance
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Check-in at Daydream Island Resort is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Daydream Island Resort is 1,000 feet from the center of Daydream Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Daydream Island Resort has 3 restaurants:
- Graze Interactive Dining
- Infinity
- Inkstone Kitchen & Bar