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Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island

The refurbished Daydream Island Resort is located in the heart of Queensland's Whitsunday Islands.

G
Goldcloud07
From
Australia
The staff were all really nice, the facilities were clean and the room was maintained really well. The pools are amazing, the pool bar was a hit! Cocktails are so good and the fruit tingles will have you happier than ever. The restaurant Inkstone was really good, the food is yummy and they do take away. The rainforest walk was fabulous apart from all the spiders but it was great to see it left alone for nature to do it thing. The wildlife were really friendly and approachable. Buffet breakfast was amazing as you can have as much as you like with a good variety of food. Love the coffee bar on site and free refreshments everywhere. Towels were also free to use. The gym was small but clean and had new equipment with a range of dumbbells. The Observatory is beautiful and you can do yoga classes there. This was a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
Price from
US$179.51
1 night, 2 adults

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi, Airlie Beach Hotel offers fully air-conditioned accommodation in the heart of Airlie Beach town centre.

A
Andre
From
South Africa
was prefect for what we needed. Food was excellent at their restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,481 reviews
Price from
US$148.94
1 night, 2 adults

The Boathouse Apartments

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Situated on Port of Airlie Marina, The Boathouse Apartments offers private balconies and Stunning water views. This idyllic property features swimming pool, a tennis court, and BBQ facilities.

T
Tara
From
Australia
Location was perfect. Being so close to the town centre you can walk everywhere, to restaurants, shops, and Woolworths. Stunning views of the Marina too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews
Price from
US$315.80
1 night, 2 adults

Airlie Beach Magnums - Adults Only

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Magnums Airlie Beach is right in the heart of Airlie Beach. Magnums is an “over 18 only” affordable holiday retreat situated in the beautiful Whitsundays.

N
Nia
From
United Kingdom
super central, loved the private room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,519 reviews
Price from
US$77.40
1 night, 2 adults

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Boasting both garden and mountain views from all villas, Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach offers accommodation in Airlie Beach, Whitsundays. The holiday park boats an outdoor pool, and waterpark.

L
Lara
From
United Kingdom
Given a map at check in,Very clear signage and easily accessible via walking around the park. Felt safe walking round the park. Super happy and polite staff. Great camping amenities like kitchen, and bbq area. We loved the pool and water park. Not too far out of town to be an inconvenient but far enough out it’s peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,032 reviews
Price from
US$101.46
1 night, 2 adults

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Overlooking Boathaven Bay, Colonial Palms Motor Inn is located 1 km from Airlie Beach and features 2 pools, an outdoor spa and a restaurant.

M
Moore
From
Ireland
Location good. Near collection points for trips. Lovely staff. Breakfast included and excellent evening meals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,214 reviews
Price from
US$135.93
1 night, 2 adults

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Set in Airlie Beach, Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach provides a variety of accommodation set within the tropical surroundings of the property's garden and outdoor pool.

K
Kurosch
From
Germany
Very nice cabin with all the comfort of an apartment for a couple or alone. All kitchen gear included, towels, shower gel, shampoo. Air conditioned.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews
Price from
US$73.17
1 night, 2 adults

Whitehaven Beachfront Holiday Units

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Located within 200 metres of Airlie Beach and 1.4 km of Coral Sea Marina, Whitehaven Beachfront Holiday Units provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Airlie Beach.

D
Delphine
From
France
We loved it all! Very well located right in the centre and 20 minutes walk from the main bus station. Everything you need and confortable, the hostess is absolutely lovely, car park available, we Will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews
Price from
US$117.07
1 night, 2 adults

Coral Sea Vista Apartments

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Located just a 5 to 8minute walk from Port of Airlie marine precinct, Coral Sea Vista Apartments is a Small Boutique complex comprising 6 Dual Keyed apartments over 3 levels together with a cosy...

A
Amanda
From
Australia
Nice and big apartment, quiet location and not to far from main part of town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews
Price from
US$142.11
1 night, 2 adults

BIG4 Whitsundays Tropical Eco Resort

Airlie Beach (Near Daydream Island)

Located next to the beautiful Conway National Park, BIG4 Whitsundays Tropical Eco Resort boasts an outdoor pool with sun loungers. All accommodation features a patio and garden views.

B
Breanna
From
Australia
The location was beautiful and nice and close to most things. The staff were so lovely as well as the people there. The air cons in the cabins were absolutely beautiful especially for how hot it was outside, they got so cold and kept us extremely comfortable. Massive shower was stunning as well as free wifi and a big tv which made each evening of our stay wonderful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
Price from
US$91.32
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,519 reviews

    Magnums Airlie Beach is right in the heart of Airlie Beach. Magnums is an “over 18 only” affordable holiday retreat situated in the beautiful Whitsundays.

    From US$77.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Shute Harbour, 1.1 km from Coral Beach and 13 km from Coral Sea Marina, Picturesque on Passage - Shute Harbour offers a terrace and air conditioning.

  • Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, The Tropical House Whitsundays is located in Shute Harbour. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a patio, Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Ocean View Retreat is situated in Shute Harbour.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Set in Shute Harbour, Panorama at Shute Harbour offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Shutehaven Villa is located in Shute Harbour. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a patio, Seascape on Shutehaven - Whitsunday Views Holiday Home is located in Shute Harbour.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Situated in Shute Harbour, 1.9 km from Coral Beach, Coral Point Lodge features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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  • Boasting sea views, Sailing Vessel Summer Jo Private Charter - Sleeps 33 features accommodation with a terrace, around 200 metres from Boathaven Beach.

    From US$6,848.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a patio, Shutehaven Beach House is located in Shute Harbour.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set in Shute Harbour, 14 km from Coral Sea Marina and 17 km from Whitsunday Art Gallery, Coral Sea Pearl offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Located in Shute Harbour, 1.9 km from Coral Beach and 13 km from Coral Sea Marina, Baybliss Escape #4 - Adults Only provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Set in Shute Harbour, 1.9 km from Coral Beach and 13 km from Coral Sea Marina, Baybliss Escape #2 - Adults Only offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a terrace, Baybliss Escape #1 - Adults Only is located in Shute Harbour.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, Baybliss Escape #3 - Adults Only is situated in Shute Harbour.

  • Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Jasper is set in Airlie Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

What guests said about Daydream Island:

  • 8.0

    Small island with limited numbers allowed.

    Small island with limited numbers allowed. Good for relaxing few days. Family friendly. Weather was perfect. Restaurant food to a high standard. Buffet dinner not good. Gym needs aircon. Southern end of island not renovated after cyclone. In saying that the other pool areas seemed sufficient.
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Australia
  • 6.0

    Only stay 1 night!

    Only stay 1 night! You’ll want to leave after one night unless you like having absolutely nothing to do!! The kangaroos all over the island were super friendly and made the trip enjoyable. The resort itself felt like you’d gone back in time 20years. Staff were slow and everything took much longer than you’d hope. The grounds in some areas needed a lot of love / some of the lounge chairs near the pool were placed in dirt and were in direct sun, with no shade. It just felt run down and lacking. The pool itself was quite nice. I would only recommend a one night stay as there isn’t much going on. Negatives $30 for two small servings of takeaway chips $5 for a Mars bar from the Lolly shop that was stale 2x Ping pong tables but only one ping pong ball! Volleyball court but no ball Lounge chairs in dirt and in direct sun Cruise Whitsundays ferry transfer unreliable- they prioritise reef guests and if they have no capacity, you have to wait for next service. Some services are cancelled on you without you knowing. We had to wait two ferries before actually leaving the island, which was very frustrating!! Lack of options for dining
    Guest review by
    Matthew
    Australia
  • 6.0

    not much , would not recommend unless there is no where else...

    not much , would not recommend unless there is no where else to go ! when you take into account the total costs of travel , food and accommodation its better to travel to a resort in Thailand, Malaysia or Vietnam !
    Guest review by
    Devendra Chelliah
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Pool facilities are nice; swim up bar, number of pools,...

    Pool facilities are nice; swim up bar, number of pools, lounges, easy to access from around the facilities. Restaurants were lovely and the food, was fabulous. Snorkelling, paddle-boarding and kayaking were free and good fun with kids who want a little more than lying around the pool. Other tours and activities were available, but at cost. The underwater observation facilities were a lovely extra too and the kids enjoyed these, revisiting them a number of times during our stay. Facilities are nice, but not quite what we were expecting. In its heyday, I imagine Daydream Island would have been spectacular, but it is in need of some renovating and updating. One end of the island has pool facilities that were currently not being utilised due to damage incurred from cyclone in years past, which was a shame. That end of the island was beautiful and hosts activities such as paddleboarding and kayaking. Rooms were standard hotel rooms and clean.
    Guest review by
    Sheree
    Australia
  • 2.0

    The resort back in its day would have been fantastic.

    The resort back in its day would have been fantastic. I reckon. As it is now, it needs a lot of help, Facilities are rundown, the pool on the backside of the island needs help, the tennis court/s need relevelling. As a family of 6 we were averaging between the 2 restaurants $320 per meal twice a day. Food upstairs was great, downstairs was average. Salti offered spray water bottles , so you could spray the local Bush Stone Curlews in an attemp to keep them away from your table!! The rooms were terrible, worst I have ever been in. We put it on par with a motel we stayed in one night in Dubbo that cost us $80. The only difference was the one in Dubbo didnt have mould in the bathroom. Breakfast at the resort was shared with Curlews, Crows and Sparrows, with the birds stealing food off the tables and from the Servery, it was disgusting!! Never again!!
    Guest review by
    Jason
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Surrounded by azure waters, Day Dream Island Hotel greeted...

    Surrounded by azure waters, Day Dream Island Hotel greeted us with warmth and hospitality. Little did we know, the true surprise lay in the unparalleled friendliness of the staff, who eagerly assisted with every aspect of our stay from the moment we booked. From organizing activities to seamless transfers, their proactive approach ensured a stress-free experience. The Reef Rangers program/activity immersed us in the wonders of the marine world, while the array of water sports on offer at the other side of the island exhilarated our senses. With each moment, Day Dream Island Hotel revealed itself as a hidden gem, surpassing our every expectation. Wished for more gluten free and dairy free options.
    Guest review by
    Carolina
    Spain

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  • From US$302.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
    Loved everything about Daydream Island resort. The staff were amazing. Mangers did an amazing job covering all areas of the facility. We didn't feel lost as there was always staff around to help. Housekeepers are the best, super friendly and always had our beds made cleaned daily. Restaurant staff always working hard to get our food served. I cannot fault this place as it is well managed and on point with everything it advertised. Wished we stayed longer.
    Guest review by
    Sofia
    Australia
  • From US$302.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
    Daydream Island is amazing, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Daydream Island. The views were sensational. The food was a little bit expensive but it was very good food. The staff were amazing, polite and friendly. Our holiday was short however it was very relaxing. We will be returning to Daydream Island with our children.
    Guest review by
    Rochelle
    Australia
  • From US$302.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
    The location was great. Daydream island has like sections of the island divided on to activities. You can swim in the pools in the northern end, or try snorkelling in Lover's Cove on the west side of the island. You can book tours from the tour desk, like fish feeding and kayaking.
    Guest review by
    Divino
    Australia
  • From US$302.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
    Daydream Island is absolutely lovely and totally relaxing. The breakfast included in the price is amazing.
    Guest review by
    Phillip
    Australia
  • From US$302.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,135 reviews
    Beautiful island. Very modern hotel.
    Guest review by
    Ffion
    United Kingdom