Heron Island
Great Barrier Reef, 4680 Heron Island, Australia – Excellent location - show map
Heron Island
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Located on the World-Heritage-listed Heron Island, this resort offers free snorkeling lessons in the outdoor pool and free guided reef walks. Rooms at the Heron Island Resort feature bright living areas, which open onto balconies or terraces with forest or sea views. Each has a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. All include beach towels and sun umbrellas. Heron Island Resort has a day spa offering massages and facials. The tour desk organizes a variety of diving and snorkeling tours around many Great Barrier Reef locations. Shearwater Restaurant offers buffet and á la carte options with views over the Coral Sea. Guests can sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace or relax in the Pandanus Lounge. Heron Island Resort is accessible by boat and helicopter from Gladstone. A coach service to/from Gladstone Airport is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Spa and wellness centre
- WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Property practices
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Guests who stayed here loved
- GwenCanada“Amazing place to stay. Resort very friendly. Lots of great activities at ones doorstep.”
- LeahCanada“The island is beautiful and tranquil, and the Turtle Room was lovely, although the mattresses could be updated as they appeared very old.”
- LizAustralia“The location and the food and service. Lots of pleasant young backpackers as waitstaff and cleaners. Great activities and enjoyed the complimentary snorkelling gear. Enjoyed the talk from the Professor of Marine Science from local university...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Shearwater Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort facilities of Heron Island
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Spa and wellness centre
- WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- Snorkelling
- DivingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Billiards
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- English
House rulesHeron Island takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Heron Island is accessible by boat and helicopter from Gladstone. The boat transfer will depart Gladstone Marina for Heron Island at 09:30 daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays. The return boat transfer will depart from Heron Island at 12:45 daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Heron Islander will not be operating on Christmas Day, 25 December. The cost of the transfer on the Heron Islander is AU $99 per adult each way and AU $80 per child each way. Please contact the Heron Island Reservations Team to book your boat transfer or inquire about the cost of a scenic helicopter transfer. Please note there is no mobile phone coverage on Heron Island. An Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of AU $8 per person per day (for guests 5 years and older) to a maximum of AU $24 per person per stay will be charged direct to guests. Price is subject to change.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Heron Island in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
FAQs about Heron Island
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Heron Island offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Billiards
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Canoeing
- Beachfront
- Evening entertainment
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Private beach area
- Live music/performance
- Body scrub
- Water sport facilities on site
- Entertainment staff
- Beach
- Pedicure
- Walking tours
- Foot bath
- Swimming Pool
- Body wrap
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Manicure
- Spa/wellness packages
- Body treatments
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Heron Island has 1 restaurant:
- Shearwater Restaurant
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Guests staying at Heron Island can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- American
- Buffet
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Check-in at Heron Island is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at Heron Island include:
- Double
- Suite
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Heron Island is 3.7 miles from the centre of Heron Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Heron Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Heron Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.