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 and over 100 species of marine life

The Living Reef & On-Site Activities

Daydream Island Resort has a Living Reef lagoon containing over 100 species of marine life, including tropical fish, a leopard shark, and shovelnose rays. Guests can book a Living Reef Guided Snorkel tour or join the public fish feeding show every day at 10:00 a.m. The resort offers over 20 free on-island activities such as kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, table tennis, tennis, and movie nights at the open-air cinema.

Rooms & Suites

Daydream Island provides 280 refurbished rooms, including Deluxe Ocean Terrace King, Superior Pool View King, and Serenity King Suite categories. Most rooms include a private balcony or terrace with views of the ocean, marina, or tropical gardens. Interconnecting rooms for families and accessible rooms are available, and the Serenity King Suite offers a spacious layout with separate living area.

Dining Options

The resort has three restaurants: Graze, Inkstone Kitchen & Bar, and Infinity, which serves Asian-fusion cuisine made from local produce. Salti restaurant offers pizzas and salads with ocean views, and there is a coffee shop and a snack bar near the main pool. A full buffet breakfast is included with every stay, and the Kids Eat Free program gives children under 12 complimentary meals when dining with paying adults.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Daydream Island Resort & Living Reef has a dedicated Kids' Club with tailored programs for younger guests, plus an outdoor playground and a children's pool. Families can use the free kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and snorkeling gear at Lovers Cove. The resort provides a range of free daily entertainment, including live music, bingo, trivia, and the stingray and shark feeding talk by marine biologists.

Location & Excursions

Daydream Island is located in the Whitsundays, Queensland, with direct ferry transfers from Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach. Guests can book day tours to Whitehaven Beach, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Molle Group of Islands through the on-site tour desk. The resort also offers guided rainforest walks, a marine biologist program, and private dining on the beach for special events.

  • Living Reef: Over 100 marine species in a coral lagoon with guided snorkel tours
  • Rooms: 280 refurbished rooms with ocean or garden views
  • Dining: 3 restaurants plus kids eat free program
  • Activities: 20+ free on-island activities including kayaking, paddle boarding, and cinema
  • Location: Direct ferry access from Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach
  • Family: Dedicated Kids' Club, outdoor playground, and children's pool
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 center
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • 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

  • Cribs
  • 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 center
  • 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 273 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 4.5 mi
🧳 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, Whitsunday Passage Via Airlie Beach, Daydream Island, Australia, 4802
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Daydream Island Living Reef
100 yd
Daydream Island
100 yd
Beach
Lovers Cove
100 yd
Restaurant
Waterfalls
100 yd

Reviews of Daydream Island Resort

7.6 /10
Very good
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