Daydream Island Resort

4.5 star property

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5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
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Balcony
5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Whitsunday Islands, Whitsundays, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Lovers Cove
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Daydream Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Daydream Island Living Reef
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef)

Room options

Serenity Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool View King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View Twin

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool View Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool Side King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool Side Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Twin Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Vista King Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Ocean View Terrace, King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Ocean View King, Accessible Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Room, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Room, Twin Beds - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Twin Accessible, Twin Beds - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Serenity King Suite, Ocean View - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool Side, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool View, 1 King Bed - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Vista King Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool Side, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool View, Twin Room - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Twin Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Living Reef View Room King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Twin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Daydream Island Resort

Spend the day relaxing on Daydream Island Resort's private sand beach or at a marina before returning for a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Daydream Island Resort offers 277 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Premium digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A private beach and a marina are featured at the resort. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Daydream Island Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Daydream Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and 3 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • The 3 restaurants, swim-up bar and poolside bar offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Services include babysitting, a children's club and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and motor boating
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the pool
  • Steps from Daydream Beach and Daydream Port
Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Bring your whole family to Daydream Island Resort for summer fun including 3 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and snorkelling.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace.

This 4.5-star Whitsundays resort is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Graze Interactive Dining – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Infinity – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Barefoot – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Barefoot
  • Graze Interactive Dining
  • Salti Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 1.6 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Due to this resort's island location, guests will need to travel via ferry. For scheduled ferry departures and arrivals, guest can consult Cruise Whitsundays Resort Connections with their applicable travel dates.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 150.0 per night.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 150.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.6 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 or helicopter. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Daydream Island Resort
Daydream Island Resort And Spa
Daydream Island Hotel Daydream Island
Daydream Island Resort Spa
Daydream Island Resort Resort
Daydream Island Resort Whitsundays
Daydream Island Resort Resort Whitsundays

Daydream Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 919 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 919 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 919 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 919 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 919 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was okay, the bath was dirty like super grubby the rooms are “serviced” but they mean change towels when needed the balcony was covered in dirt and bird poop on both tlchairs and table
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Westmount

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at daydream. Loved the room with the kangaroos right outside enjoying life. Pool is lovely. Excellent staff at reception. Both Ana and Pearl are assets to this resort. Thanks for all your help.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 2 day getaway, staff friendly, room was clean and inviting, ocean view from the room was spectacular, food was a very high standard too. Island was kept tidy, walking tracks were well maintained. Only slight criticisms were the app was a little slow to use and the air conditioner was not able to be controlled from the room. Will definitely return and would recommend......
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ashok

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friend staffs, great views and walkable around the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Seong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but bathroom was old. Shower has two tabs cold and hot instead of one so you need to turn on both and turn off both!!!! Tab on the basin makes squeaking noise every time I turn the cold water on. They need some maintenance. The resort itself was fantastic, it was before peak season so not too crowded. Staff at the Kayak and Snorkeling were friendly and helpful enjoyed both activities. Breakfast was good overall but same menu for my entire 3 day stay… (bacon was fantastic! Thin and streaky). Restaurant was pricey but very delicious and big portions (Salty restaurant) so I was OK wth the price (wood fire pizza $32-36, highly recommended very nice pizza, generous toppings yum). Infinity restaurant was fusion Asian fine dining with ocean view, again, food was amazing delicious. Dessert was great, loved ginger and cinnamon cake, so good. This little island offers lots of free activities and family friendly, staff are friendly and responsive. They also offers free in room movies. All 2025 new ones wow, we watched one each night and they were just released in the cinema this year like Superman 2025. Best part it’s free! Highly recommend for a relaxing slow hassle free holiday. I brought some drinks and snacks, breakfast was included, it was not too pricey holiday at the end. They got a nice snorkeling spot with lots of tropical fishes and corals. Had a lovely time there. Gave 4 star only because the bathroom needs some maintenance.
Ginger cinnamons cake - infinitely restaurant
Salmon sashimi and beef tataki
Ocean view - infinity restaurant
Ferry dock island arrival
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Warwick Lyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are only staying for a couple of days the dining options work, but if you are staying a week then the options are very limited indeed. The coffee shop closes at 11am. I know you can get coffee at the various bars on the island but if the coffee shop was open till 4pm and serving some carrot cake or muffins would be very helpful. Closing at 11am I didnt understand at all. The area where breakfast is served then sits empty after 10am. Surely it could be set up as a 3rd dining option as a smorgasbord at a cheaper rate than the other 2 dining options.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lachlan

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just an all around fantasy island
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Kirwan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
As a disabled person in a chair I found a lot of areas needed an upgrade as in levelling the terrains between surfaces - I actually had to struggle out of my chair several times to get over a hump/bump to keep moving- they’ve just put rails on the pool access when we were actually there on Day 2
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot, the rooms were clean and beds were good. Everything is within easy walking distance. The restaurants have smaller menus but the meals are very nice especially at Infinity. Our 2 boys (10 and 12) did the Reef Ranger activities and they loved every bit of it, the staff were fantastic and let us tag a long with the boys well worth the price. Lovers Cove snorkelling and sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So clean and new, fresh vibe. Food was great. The staff are outstanding. Best pool in the Whitsundays. Only one bit of feedback - the beds are terrible, incredibly uncomfortable. I hope they are replaced by the next time we come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
clean room / good housekeeping / great pools
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was lovely and replenished constantly. The pool is beautiful though we were there 4 days and didnt see it cleaned once while there, lots of leaves, grass etc from previous days not cleaned out. This is our 5th visit to daydream and each time we go there are things that have been removed or changed and not available anymore. There are not enough options for lunch and dinner, so we were pleased we werent there for a week this time as we were running out of things we wanted to eat. Staff were all lovely and our rooms clean but you could see where around the resort more attention to cleaning is needed and has been let go.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JINGXU

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will have more dinner restaurants for choosing?
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lou

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great! So friendly and really went out of their way to assist my family and I during our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kylie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location but no atmosphere nothing to do in the evening! Food is terrible and extremely overpriced! 70% staff were rude, everything was to much if you asked for assistance! JetSki ride and staff amazing worth doing! Rooms were large but the toilet roll Holder was broken, no rail to get in and out of the shower (bath shower) house keeping didn’t clean our room daily like we asked and we had to go to reception for clean towels and toilet paper! With so many pools not one life guard! I wouldn’t recommend this resort as it’s lifeless and boring!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vandna

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lara

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia Jean

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The food at the restaurants was poor and overpriced. Minimal options. The islands recycled water irrigation system for the gardens smelt putrid. Our rooms balcony was filthy and the sliding doors rails were black. We were required to request a room change due to the putrid smell of the irrigation water. The resort staff were kind enough to facilitate a room change for us. The resort is tired it needs maintenance. The pools were nice and there is a nice walk around the island and Lovers Cove snorkelling is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tropical in feel, great views over the sea to other islands. Lots of pools and a nice quite week and great to unwinde.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kiri

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful island, the resort side is amazing. We loved the shells on arrival, mimosa and they gad a lovely card and bottle of bubbles in our room to celebrate. The day area was abit dated as the bar was closed and the pool was empty. It has so much potential.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025