A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

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Recommended hotels in Daydream Island

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

1. Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (956 reviews)
"Book in for dinner or risk missing out."
Australia
Mandy
$195 nightly
The price is $214
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Daydream Island Resort
A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay Great location"
Australia
Lynn
$114 nightly
The price is $126
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Airlie Beach Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, beach, and lounge area.

3. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, just what you need to explore Hamilton island."
United Kingdom
Poppy
$222 nightly
The price is $244
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

4. Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (804 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Quiet location away from town but easy transport links. Lovely rooms and beautiful gardens and pool. Would recommend."
United Kingdom
Jacki
$104 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Club Croc
A poolside area with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

5. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (810 reviews)
"Nice hotel with free parking in a great location!"
Australia
Jessica
$63 nightly
The price is $69
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Magnums Airlie Beach
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

6. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (415 reviews)
"Car parking bit tight, and not near the rooms. if your a bit elderly I would imagine getting up the steep hill to the rooms may be a bit of a mission. All and all was a lovely stay and rooms were comfortable."
Australia
Sean
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a pier, and multiple boats in the water.

7. Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful resort and excellent location! Would highly recommend staying!"
Canada
Tara
$231 nightly
The price is $255
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Sea Resort
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.

8. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, the staff were wonderful, friendly and very helpful for any and all requests."
Australia
Michael
$116 nightly
The price is $127
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a glass enclosure.

9. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park
3.5 star property
Flametree
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (135 reviews)
"We liked that the place was clean, friendly neighbors and Staff. Being out in nature to enjoy the local Birds that came to visit us. The pool was great and the location was easy access to the Harbor activities"
United States
Jane
$73 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains.

10. Freedom Shores

Freedom Shores
4.0 star property
Woodwark
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (271 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and happy to help with any queries."
Australia
Sheryl
$148 nightly
The price is $162
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Freedom Shores
A wooden deck with a railing, a gazebo, and a well-maintained lawn with tropical plants.

11. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (551 reviews)
"Friendly staff Perfectly clean cabins and park Pets friendly and great waterpark for the kids"
Australia
Michael
$82 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

12. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (603 reviews)
"disgusting check in process...appliances in the room atrocious..staff attitude condescending"
Australia
john
$137 nightly
The price is $151
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays
A beach with palm trees and a view of the water.

13. Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (577 reviews)
"Very good place to relax. The restaurant was very good."
United States
Dan
$280 nightly
The price is $308
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Palm Bungalows
A pathway lined with palm trees leading to a building with a door and a chair outside.

14. Bush Village Holiday Cabins

Bush Village Holiday Cabins
2.5 star property
Cannonvale
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (269 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and good value for the price. I guess we got the short straw because the view from our room was piles upon piles of dirty laundry. Kinda detracts from the whole experience."
Canada
Brett
$74 nightly
The price is $81
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Bush Village Holiday Cabins
An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and blue umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a stone wall.

15. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Cannonvale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (260 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, good food and drinks at bar, parking at door of room, was told ahead of time about maintenance ongoing so was great to know. No interruptions by workman during stay. Large room."
Australia
Stephen
$56 nightly
The price is $61
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
A beach with clear water, boats, and distant hills.

16. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
3.5 star property
Jubilee Pocket
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Julie
$84 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach
A balcony with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of the sea and mountains.

17. Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments

Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (408 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean, beautiful view and helpful host."
Canada
Denise
$104 nightly
The price is $114
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Sunlit Waters Studio Apartments
A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.

18. Whitsunday On The Beach

Whitsunday On The Beach
3.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (331 reviews)
"Great location across from airie lagoon, great for swimming and lounging Hotel does have an older feel with the mattresses needing a refresh but it adds to the charm and everything was clean. Could use hooks in bathroom. Overall would recommend!"
United States
Lisa
$108 nightly
The price is $119
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Whitsunday On The Beach
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

19. at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat

at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Exactly as shown in the pictures, great large space, fantastic amenities, super comfortable bed. Short walk to everything. Be aware reception only 9-5, but after hours arrival was easy. Only lost a star as it did need a good clean in the bathroom,"
Australia
Lachlan
$182 nightly
The price is $201
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
at Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat
A wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

20. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (166 reviews)
"Great staff great bathroom size and bed was hugh"
Australia
Sandra
$66 nightly
The price is $72
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park
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Top Daydream Island Hotel Reviews

The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The room was exactly like the description photos. Very spacious, comfy and beautiful. The view was spectacular. The staff were super friendly, nice and helpful."
Aashna 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

Find out more about Daydream Island

Daydream Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
9,596
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
$61
Highest Price
$308

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Daydream Island?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Daydream Island Resort - 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the heart of Daydream Island. Located within a 20-minute walk of Port of Airlie. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and tour assistance at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Daydream Island?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Daydream Island are March, January, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Daydream Island?
Overall, Daydream Island is known for its coral reefs, beaches, and restaurants. Get out into nature with places like Daydream Beach, Lovers Cove, and Sunset Beach. Cultural attractions include Whitsunday Art Gallery. Locals like to shop at Airlie Beach Market and Whitsunday Plaza.
What's the best way to get to and around Daydream Island while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Daydream Island on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), located 11 mi (17.7 km) from the city center. An alternative is Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), located 23.4 mi (37.7 km) away.

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