Daydream Island Resort
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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
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 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
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
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