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Fitzroy Island Resort

4.5 star property

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On the beach, snorkelling, kayaking, fishing
Penthouse, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Electric kettle
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Fitzroy Island via Cairns, Fitzroy Island, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Fitzroy Island National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Welcome Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nudey Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪128 min drive‬

Room options

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Welcome Bay Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Penthouse, Ocean View

  • 270 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Economy Suite - No View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Suite - No View

  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Studio

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beach Cabin | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Cabin

  • 46 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

2 Bedroom Suite

  • 97 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Island Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 71 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Fitzroy Island Resort

Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
At Fitzroy Island Resort, spend the day on the beach where you can enjoy snorkelling. Then return for a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Fitzroy Island Resort offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Fitzroy Island Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Welcome Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Enjoy local cuisine with a beachfront location at Zephyr, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes kayaking
  • Steps from Welcome Beach and 10 minutes on foot from Nudey Beach
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee
Fitzroy Island Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this resort measures 2153 square feet (200 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A library, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Fitzroy Island Resort.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Fitzroy Island resort.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Zephyr – This beachfront restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Foxys Tavern – This beachfront restaurant specialises in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Pool Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Foxys Tavern
  • Pool Bar
  • Zephyr

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,153 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Fitzroy Island Resort, Shop 2/1 Spence St., Cairns]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located 45 minutes away from Cairns by boat transfer. Departures from Cairns end at 1:30 PM and return from the island starting at 9:30 AM. Guests should arrive at the listed check-in location at least 1 hour prior to scheduled departure. Check-in should be completed 30 minutes prior to departure, followed by a 7-minute walk to Marlin Wharf Berth 20. Boarding closes 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 55.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 55.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Boat. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Fitzroy Island Resort offers transfers from the ferry terminal (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Fitzroy Island Resort, Shop 2/1 Spence St., Cairns
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Fitzroy Island Resort.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fitzroy Island Resort
Resort Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Hotel Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Hotel
Fitzroy Island Resort Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Resort Resort Fitzroy Island

Reviews

Fitzroy Island Resort Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Snorkelling is amazing and staff at dive shop very friendly and helpful. Staff at reception were mixed some helpful and friendly. Tried to change room but told not available when I could see availability on line which was disappointing. Food very limited for vegetarians but ok and expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fitzroy -a Reef gem

Fitzroy is a lasting gem of the Barrier Reef, close to Cairns, easy to get to and the fish, coral and colours do not disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are great, the breakfast was enjoyable especially the view each morning sitting out on the terrace. The snorkeling was good too, definitely better done at high tide to avoid walking on and destroying coral. For the price we were impressed, yes some areas need attention but you can see it is being updated. Special mention for staff Tom, Leonie, and Carys they were so friendly and helpful but all the staff were great. Would definitely return to Fitzroy Island next time we are in Cairns.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sea and nature around the island is beautiful. The resort was child friendly. We had an excellent time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was a bit tired - bifold doors were hard to open with broken handles. Broken tiles in unit and tiles in bathroom could do with a hard scrub in the grout as it could look nicer and fresher with a bit of work.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ita

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fun place with friendly helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Easy snorkelling off the front beach. Comfortable bed and quiet resort at night. Reception staff super helpful and lovely. Restaurant dining, especially dinner, was excellent quality. Average coffee. Restaurant staff didn’t have great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay for a couple of days, accommodation needs some updating (parts of the room were falling apart ie. broken tiles, sharp grout and dripping aircon). Some staff were amazing and some were very abrupt and unhelpful. The guided kayak tour was great, Sara was super lovely and just a really relaxing way to hang out on the way. Pool area is small and limited seating but drinks at the pool were great. Foxy’s has ok food but prices are pretty high, live music on a Saturday night is a good vibe. Overall a good short stay if you’re looking to just relax, snorkel and get away from winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The island is amazing for a few days away. A little makeover of the rooms and some comfortable bedding would make Fitzroy Island Resort a must do destination. Staff are brilliant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and peaceful, Snorkeling, swimming just on your doorstep. Loads of fish and a surprise turtle snorkel amongst you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefanie

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nudey Beach was great. Everything else not so much. 3pm check in, boat got in at 2:30. Room wasn’t available until 4pm. When we arrived to our room it was still dirty. Tried to push free drink cards to make up for the mess. The beds- terribly uncomfortable. The grounds around the resort smelled like sewage. Thought we would splurge and book a nice stay after staying in hostels. I’d take the hostel over this resort. The beach was great but you could do it all in a day without having to stay at this “resort.”
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, isolated island resort which is a 45-minute ferry ride from Cairns. Had originally planned on staying three nights but changed to two prior to booking. The resort is an older property which, while clean and maintained, shows its age with some needed maintenance to return to (what I'm sure was) it's former island oasis status. The access to snorkeling and the great vigorous and scenic 4 km hike were the highlights of the resort. On the other, hand, the isolation and lack of alternative restaurants, made my decision to stay only two nights a good one. I was fortunate to have a spectacular sunset on my final evening. Overall, the resort, with the view from my room, the snorkeling access and invigorating hike with incredible views, was well worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They coral the guests as there is a limited choice of dining unless you pay $35 pp for breakfast or $66 pp for dinner. Terrible experience and the General Manager dodges guests. Worse than Fawlty Towers Total Rip off
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Belinda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

STANLEY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely experience with great service

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcial

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was quite of a surprise how nice this place is. The island is beautiful, end even though it’s a small resort you can still keep your self busy for 2-3 days. We enjoyed so much a couple of afternoon at the Frotzy Bar, having some drinks and enjoying the view/sunset. It’s nothing fun y but more than enough to relax and enjoy. The restauran was also amazing, good quality and great test. We got to meet one of the chef, a very your passionate cook!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing, snorkelling the reef, hiking the tracks and relaxing in the sun. The staff were amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Paradise island

The resort has everything you need without feeling too much like a resort. Dinner at foxys and zephyr were great and staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent for a short break from cairns. Snorkelling from the beach was a highlight. Recommend bringing some food over for a picnic though
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Prue

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The island is lovely, very small with nothing to do but enjoy the natural surrounds. Unfortunately the resort has not been well maintained and needs some TLC to bring it back up to what it once was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible from the start. Arrived ant 9am and no towels were provided despite it being an island meant to enjoy water activities. Room was ready at 3 and walked into a horror movie. From bugs to a moldy shower and an odor of furniture more than 20 years old. The air vents around the property were swimming in dust and the fans at FOXYS were rusted to the point of almost falling on guests. For the resort to charge almost 900$ for a room is absolutely ridiculous and insulting. We attempted to eat dinner at their “fine dining” restaurant which was far from “fine dining” as a local from Miami we know what fine dining is. You have to order a minimum of two dishes coming out to 68$ minimum evening if you’re just feeling peckish and order a dish they’ll try to charge you the 68$. Mind you the furniture at this “fine dining” establishment is rusted using plastic chairs never mind the servers are rude and dressed in Tshirts. Will definitely NOT be returning and will be spreading the word internationally.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nelly Oculi, Chifley

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025