What islands in the Whitsundays have accommodation?
Whitsunday Islands Accommodation & Resorts
- Daydream Island. Daydream Island Resort. Daydream Island Resort is a tropical paradise perfect for families and couples.
- Hamilton Island. Beach Club.
- Hayman Island. Hayman Island.
- Long Island. Palm Bay Resort.
What island is the best to stay at on Whitsundays?
Hamilton Island
The only island in the Whitsundays that is built up with its own airport, grocery store and marina, Hamilton Island is most people’s choice for accommodation. It has a lot going for it: several restaurants, a beautiful beach, a couple of hiking trails and the full range of hotels to pick from.
Can you stay at the Whitsundays?
About Whitsunday Islands Only seven of the islands in the group have accommodation options, ranging from camping on Hook Island to exclusive private island resorts. So don’t be put off by the photos of perfect beaches and calm seas, the best places to stay in the Whitsunday Islands come in every price bracket.
What is the best Whitsunday island for families?
Hamilton Island is one of the best places in the Whitsundays to holiday with kids. There is plenty of self catering or self contained apartments in places like the Whitsunday Holiday apartments and there are also plenty of holiday homes on the island to choose from. Kids stay, play and eat free on Hamilton Island.
Is Hamilton Island good for schoolies?
The island shouldn’t have too many schoolies there at all, and there are no planned activities. Since it’s not school holidays for the younger kids either, I hope you find it very pleasant.
Are Whitsundays expensive?
A vacation to Whitsundays for one week usually costs around AU$1,137 for one person. So, a trip to Whitsundays for two people costs around AU$2,275 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs AU$4,550 in Whitsundays.
What is the best time to go to Whitsundays?
Best time to visit Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands
- April to May is our shoulder season where the humidity and heat lessens.
- June to August is why the Whitsundays is known as a sailing “Mecca”.
- September and October is peak season in the Whitsundays.
How do you get around Whitsundays?
Getting around the Whitsundays Water access to the islands is available by launch from Shute Harbour or Hamilton Island and numerous small docking areas on the islands. On the mainland, taxis, hire cars, bicycles, scooters and local bus services are available, depending on your budget.
What is the best Whitsunday island for couples?
Hamilton Island is one of the more well-known resort islands in the Whitsundays. It’s got to be one of the best places to escape for a romantic getaway, with so many stunning hotels and bungalows, as well as world-class restaurants, spas, beaches, pools, swim up bars and more.
Is Brampton Island Open?
Brampton Island, once a tourist hot spot, remains closed. Brampton Island, off the coast of Mackay, was bought by United Petroleum in 2010 for $5.9 million and promptly closed within a year.