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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 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Private beach area
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SustainabilityThis property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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Guests who stayed here loved
Doreen
Australia“The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the rooms were nice and clean.”
Tenille Australia“Beautiful location, lots included in the room stay (activities, breakfast).”- Petterson
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...” 
Trinidad United States“Beautiful island, full of kangaroos and wildlife, the life reef was amazing, with manta rays and reef sharks, even a leopard shark. We loved lovers cove beach and it was an amazing stay”
Steven Australia“Definitely an exclusive experience of a private island.”
Julie 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...”
Marisa Australia“The living reef was stunning! Our toddler absolutely loved going to see the fishies, sting rays & sharks. The property itself is very nice & has different activities/areas you can partake in. They also have a daily schedule that lets you know both...”
Brenda 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“I like the activities they have like swimming pools, and lots of stuff you could enjoy” 
Yoshiko Australia“Love it!!!! Thank you for making my daughters first ever holiday so special”
Area info
Restaurants3 Restaurants On Site
- Salt Restaurant and Bar
- CuisineAustralian
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Graze Interactive Dining
- CuisineInternational
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Infinity an Asian Fusion restaurant
- CuisineAsian
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort facilities at Daydream Island ResortGreat facilities! Review score, 8
Most popular amenities
- 2 swimming pools
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Private beach area
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Kids' clubAdditional charge
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Canoeing
- Ping-pong
- Tennis court
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Transportation
- Public transit ticketsAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Chapel/Shrine
- Elevator
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
Spa
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
- French
- Japanese
- Chinese
House rulesDaydream Island Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
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
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.
The fine printMust-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.
