Daydream Island Resort

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Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island, Whitsunday Passage Via Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Australia, 4802·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Facilities7.7
Free WiFi7.6
Value for money7.2
Who stays here
Families44%
Couples42%
Groups9%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.6Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Facilities7.7
Free WiFi7.6
Value for money7.2
Who stays here
Families44%
Couples42%
Groups9%
Solo5%

4-star island resort with a Living Reef lagoon in the Whitsundays

Amenities and Recreation

Daydream Island Resort has a Living Reef lagoon that guests can snorkel in, with over 100 species of marine life. The property offers over 20 free on-island activities, including kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, and a public fish feeding show. Two outdoor pools, one with a swim-up bar and tropical garden views, are available, along with a fitness centre and a day spa.

Accommodation

The resort provides 280 fully refurbished rooms with either ocean or garden views, most with a private balcony or terrace. Interconnecting rooms for families and accessible rooms are available. Each room offers air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with free in-house movies, and spacious layouts.

Dining

Guests can choose from three on-site restaurants: Graze, Salti Kitchen & Bar, and an Asian fusion venue named Infinity. A full buffet breakfast is included in the stay, and there is a coffee house and a snack bar. The resort also has a swim-up pool bar and a bar in the lobby lounge.

Family-Friendly Features

The resort has a dedicated Kids' Club with tailored programs and a kids' pool with outdoor play equipment. Children can participate in the stingray splash activity, feeding rays at the Living Reef. Free activities for children include kayaking, paddleboarding, and the public fish feeding show.

Location and Excursions

Daydream Island Resort is located in the Whitsundays, with ferry transfers from Hamilton Island and the mainland. The tour desk can book Great Barrier Reef day tours, Whitehaven Beach trips, and Living Reef Guided Snorkels. The resort operates an open-air cinema, a rainforest walk, and offers tennis, table tennis, and nightly entertainment at the Tonic bar.

  • Location: Private island in the Whitsunday Islands, ferry from Hamilton Island and mainland
  • Rooms: 280 refurbished rooms with ocean or garden views, interconnecting and accessible rooms
  • Dining: 3 restaurants including Infinity Asian fusion, Graze, Salti Kitchen & Bar, plus swim-up bar
  • Family: Dedicated Kids' Club, free on-island activities, kids eat free at certain meals
  • Wellness: On-site spa, fitness centre, yoga sessions, meditation
  • Attractions: Living Reef with 100+ marine species, open-air cinema, rainforest walk, tennis court
  • Activities: 20+ free activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, wildlife encounters, guided snorkel
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs AUD 35.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Chinese
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:405
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
Twin Room Disability Access
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Children's buffet

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Daydream Island Resort

💵 Lowest room price 202 £
📏 Distance to centre 100 m
✈️ Distance to airport 7.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Hayman Island Resort Seaplane Base, HIS

Location

Daydream Island, Whitsunday Passage Via Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Australia, 4802
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Daydream Island Living Reef
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Daydream Island
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Beach
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60 m
Restaurant
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