Daydream Island Resort
Overview
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
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 King Size Beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Outdoor swimming pool
Children's play area
Children's pool
Kids club
Children's buffet
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
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
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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