In addition to the many smaller uninhabited islands that make up The Whitsundays, there are also larger Island Resorts that cater for all tastes and lifestyles — from family-friendly and adventure travel to five star luxury health spa. With the freedom to chart your own course, you can explore any or all of these stunning resorts.
Each Resort has differing facilities and planning ahead is well advised. Seasonal demand may influence the availability of anchorage options, berths, accommodation and other ammenities. We’ve summarised the main resort islands below for your convenience. Kindly ask our helpful staff if we can be of further assistance.
Hamilton Island Resort
Offering all the amenities of a small town, this village style resort is a great mid-charter stop over to stretch the legs, reprovision and take advantage of their world class dining, golfing and spa facilities.
Facilities
- Post Office
- Banks
- Bars/night clubs
- Plenty of restaurants
- Bakery
- Take away food
- Cafes
- General store
- Bottleshop
- Boutiques
- Day spas
- Dive tank refills
- Chemist
- Doctors surgery
- Laundry
- Showers & Toilets
- Fuel
- Water
- Rubbish removal
- Golf course (located on Dent Island adjacent)
Magic Miles Reference
Page 195 (Map C22)
Berthing Options & Rates
- Overnight berth (11am – 11am): $220 (catamaran) or $165 (monohull) overnight stay
- Day Visit Monohull – $32 per hour
- Day Visit Catamaran – $37 per hour
Fees are to be paid directly to Hamilton Island Marina office. Anchoring is not permitted.
How to Book
Advance bookings can be made by calling the below phone number (recommended for school holidays and peak periods) or while on charter either at request to CYA, preferably during scheduled radio call times.
Contact
Phone: 07 4946 8353
Email: marina@hamiltonisland.com
Website: www.hamiltonisland.com.au
Radio: Channel 68 (call on approach)
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Palm Bay Resort – Long Island
Palm Bay Resort is a boutique resort nestled in the neck of Long Island. With their own secluded private cove, the resort offers complete tranquillity and seclusion, guest kitchen and access to nature walks, kayaks and pool.
Facilities
- Guest Kitchen
- Bar
- Pool
- Day Spa
- Tennis Courts
- Nature Walks
- Kayaks
Berthing Options & Rates
- Mooring only (no resort access): $50 per night
- Mooring & Resort access: $100 per night
Includes mooring and resort access for two guests. Additional guests $15 per person.
Anchoring is not permitted
How to Book
Please call the Long Island Happy Bay Resort on 0477 770 133 for availability and bookings
Contact
Phone: 0477 770 133
Email: reception@palmbayresort.com.au
Website: www.palmbayresort.com.au
Radio: Channel 81
Hayman Island Resort By Intercontinental
Nestled close to the northernmost point of the Whitsunday archipelago, this recently renovated 5 star resort offers world-class facilities, including their own marina.
Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurants
- Day Spa
Magic Miles Reference
Page 179 (Map C13a)
Berthing Options & Rates
Hayman Island accepts day guests
- $350 marina fee.
- $100 per adult minimum spend – off-peak & $250 per adult minimum spend – peak (spa appointments, shopping or dining)
- Access to resort and all facilities from 10am – 4pm.
- Must depart marina by 4:30pm.
How to Book
Resort accommodation bookings through the below links.
Contact
Phone: 02 9308 0500
Email: reservations@oneandonlyhaymanisland.com
Website: www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Radio: Channel 16
Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island Resort and Spa is one of the closest resorts to the mainland, an easy sail from Charter Yachts Australia’s base, or from Hamilton Island. The resort is geared towards families, with attractions and activities to keep the whole family entertained!
Facilities
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Day spa
- Showers & toilets
- 7.30am to 5pm rainforest walk
- Tennis Courts
- Mini golf
- Windsurfing
- Kayaking
- Living reef outdoor aquarium with marine talk and shark, fish and stingray feeding
Magic Miles Reference
Page 168 (Map C8)
Berthing Options & Rates
For more details on berthing options, day use and accommodation please contact Daydream Island directly on the phone number below.
There is one public mooring at Sun Lovers Beach which may be used, subject to availability and weather conditions. There is no anchoring at Daydream Island
How to Book
Bookings are essential as moorings are limited (max 4 available) for vessels up to 11m. To pre book please call the number below.
Daydream Island is only suitable to moor in light conditions. Please seek the advice of Charter Yachts Australia before choosing to moor here.
Contact
Phone: 1800 075 040
Email: reservations@daydreamisland.com
Website: www.daydreamisland.com
Radio: Channel 17