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About this property

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.

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Property highlights

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Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Fitness center

  • Spa


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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Ecotourism Australia
    Ecotourism Australia

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bronwyn
    Australia Australia
    Staff were exceptional. Facilities were kept immaculately. Lovely spot for a little get away. Great place for couples to unwind
  • Doreen
    Australia Australia
    The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the rooms were nice and clean.
  • Tenille
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful location, lots included in the room stay (activities, breakfast).
  • Petterson
    United States United States
    It felt like a special experience the minute we stepped off the ferry. Lots of activities for our family aged 7 to 70. Meals were lovely and diverse. All the staff we encountered were extra friendly and responsive and seemed genuinely happy to...
  • Steven
    Australia Australia
    Definitely an exclusive experience of a private island.
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    Location was amazing - watched the sunrise and sunset every morning and evening. Water was crystal clear and lovely swimming. We loved the Curlews and Cockatoos & Wallaroos walking around the island. The best part was feeding the...
  • Brenda
    United States United States
    We loved all the wallaroos and kangaroos hanging out on the island. The meditation class in the aquarium was nice. We loved the Curlews hanging out in the restaurants too! So cute! The rooms were spacious with comfortable beds. Our favorite thing...
  • Sam
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I like the activities they have like swimming pools, and lots of stuff you could enjoy
  • Yoshiko
    Australia Australia
    Love it!!!! Thank you for making my daughters first ever holiday so special
  • Carla
    Australia Australia
    The hotel is on its way back up. There are beautiful features of the island such as the aquarium, roaming kangaroos, nice pools and beautiful views.

Area info

Restaurants

3 Restaurants On Site
  • Salt Restaurant and Bar
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Graze Interactive Dining
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Infinity an Asian Fusion restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Daydream Island Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as 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

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 75 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 75 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
AUD 75 per person, per night

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.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a nonrefundable 3.36% charge applies for payments made with American Express and Diners Club credit cards, and a 1.25% nonrefundable charge applies for payments made with Visa and Mastercard credit cards.

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.