Reef View Hotel
Overlooking Catseye Beach’s hypnotic turquoise waters, Reef View Hotel Hamilton Island offers an iconic Whitsundays experience. A tropical paradise where romantic escapes and family fun exist side-by-side, this luxurious hotel is the perfect island break, a short stroll from Hamilton Island Marina in the heart of one of Australia’s most spectacular and sought-after destinations, the Great Barrier Reef.
Indulge in a quintessential Whitsundays escape with a guaranteed upgrade to a Coral Sea View Room and enjoy daily breakfast, return transfers from the airport or marina, complimentary use of non-motorised watersport equipment and the scheduled island shuttle service. Ramp up the romance with a complimentary 90-minute sunset cruise for two adults with included drinks and canapés.
Reef View Hotel Hamilton Island is located in the Whitsundays in Queensland.
Fly: Hamilton Island has its own commercial airport, with direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Cairns.
Ferry: Ferries depart regularly from Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour and arrive at the Hamilton Island Marina, with an approximate cruise time of 60 minutes.
Convenient return transfers from Hamilton Island Airport or Marina to Reef View Hotel are included in your package. Please contact the hotel directly to make arrangements.
Need Flights? We have a dedicated team who are able to assist with all your flight requirements. If you need a stopover or are looking at travelling to more destinations, our team can help. Contact our flights concierge team using the phone number on our website.
Whether you come for aquamarine underwater adventures, fairy-floss Coral Sea sunsets or pristine white-sand beaches, Hamilton Island is the quintessential Whitsundays destination and launchpad for the iconic Great Barrier Reef
What You’ll Love…
The Location — Perched on the shores of Catseye Beach
A destination that gets the tropical tick of approval, Hamilton Island has it all — and from Reef View Hotel Hamilton Island, it’s all at your fingertips. Enjoy access to the tranquil, child-friendly Catseye Beach, complimentary use of all non-motorised watersport equipment and complimentary shuttle service to discover the island.
Reef View Hotel Hamilton Island is easily accessible from all major Australian airports, with direct flights to Hamilton Island Airport and ferry transfers from Airlie Beach. Arrive stress-free with return airport or marina transfers included in your stay.
The Hotel — One of Hamilton Island’s most beloved hotels
Set on the pristine shores of Catseye Beach, this iconic resort is the perfect tropical haven for couples and families alike. For those looking to relax and unwind, there’s Spa wumurdaylin (additional costs apply), a sauna and several pools to choose from: the Reef View Hotel Pool, Bougainvillea Pool and the 35m lagoon-style Main Pool with a swim-up bar.
For family-friendly fun, there’s the beach, non-motorised watersport equipment, access to the nearby Passage Beach Scenic Trail and Clownfish Club, a kids’ haven that caters for children six weeks up to 14 years of age (additional costs apply).
Planning a romantic escape? Check out our romantic Hamilton Island escape to Reef View Hotel’s sister property, Palm Bungalows. Perfect for couples, this Hamilton Island stay offers the freedom of a self-contained escape complemented by first-class facilities
The Room — Guaranteed upgrade to a Coral Sea View Room
Exquisite, glittering sea views abound from the spacious Coral Sea View Room, featuring a bright and open feel with a lovely ocean breeze from the private balcony. Includes two queen beds and an ensuite.
Up to two children (aged 12 years and under) stay and eat free with a paying adult in participating restaurants.
Romance Upgrade: A plush king bed and a higher-floor position for even better Coral Sea views make the King Coral Sea View Room well worth the upgrade — particularly for couples. One child (aged 12 years and under) stays and eats free with a paying adult in participating restaurants.
Longer-stay bonus: Extend your Hamilton Island stay to six or eight nights and receive A$50 resort credit per room towards selected restaurants, Spa wumurdaylin and tours booked via the Hamilton Island Tour Desk.
The Upgrades – Add a once-in-a-lifetime experience onto your six or eight-night stay
Whitehaven Beach Upgrade: For added luxury, choose the incredible Whitehaven Beach Upgrade for six and eight-night stays. Includes a half-day tour of this divine jewel of the Great Barrier Reef with a cruise through picture-perfect isles, morning or afternoon tea, protective stinger suits for those who’d like to swim and snorkel, a guided Solway Circuit walk and up to two hours at the southern end of Whitehaven Beach. Valid for two adults.
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Great Barrier Reef Upgrade: Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef with a full-day cruise to Reefworld for two adults, available for six and eight-night stays. After your cruise to Hardy Reef, enjoy a snorkel amid the beautiful coral, visit the underwater observatory and take a ride in a semi-submarine. Includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, with all snorkelling equipment included. Valid for two adults.
The Inclusions — Daily breakfast and a sunset cruise with drinks and canapés for two (plus, up to two kids stay and eat free)
Every day in paradise begins at your choice of Sails Restaurant or Pool Terrace Restaurant, where you’ll be treated to a delicious breakfast. Throughout your stay, up to two kids aged 12 years and under eat free from the children’s menu when dining with at least one paying adult (participating restaurants only). Kids’ meals at Tako, Manta Ray, Pool Terrace, Sails and Coca Chu also come with a complimentary soft drink and ice cream.
A highlight of your tropical escape is sure to be your included Sunset Cruise for two adults (children aged eight years and over are welcome, additional costs apply). Guided by experienced skippers who can share their local knowledge of the area, watch the sky transform into a kaleidoscope of fairy floss and vibrant orange as you sip glasses of wine and beer with exquisite canapés.
See & Do — The quintessential Whitsundays destination for couples and families alike
There’s plenty to see and do on this island oasis ranging from lounging on the shores of nearby Whitehaven Beach (included for the Whitehaven Beach Upgrade), teeing off on Hamilton Island’s Golf Course (on Dent Island) and exploring the island by quad bike (additional costs apply). Take some time to experience world-class scuba-diving and snorkelling with complimentary non-motorised watersport hire, sip cocktails at nearby One Tree Hill bar and even charter a scenic helicopter flight to iconic Heart Reef (additional costs apply).
For those with kids, take advantage of the island shuttle to get out and about. You could hike one of the numerous nature trails, get up close with native island animals at Hamilton Island Wildlife, play mini-golf, tenpin bowling and tear up the track with Go-Kart racing (additional costs apply).
Stay six or eight nights and receive A$50 resort credit per room to put towards tours, massages or cocktails — the choice is yours.
Want to know more about Hamilton Island? Our insider travel guide includes handpicked places to eat and drink, the best activities in the area, and special experiences to make your trip memorable.
- 35m swimming pool
- Restaurants and bars
- Shuttle bus service
- Spa wumurdaylin
- Hamilton Island Tour Desk
- Gym and tennis courts
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Kids’ Clownfish Club
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Update [15 November 2021, 11.30am AEST]: Pool closures added to FP and travel until dates updated.
Valid for travel from 3 August 2020 until 23 June 2022 (bookings must be made before 22 April 2022).
Please note: All guests are expected to comply with current Federal and State Government restrictions to curb the spread of Covid-19.
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
Surcharge: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night, applies for certain dates and is payable at time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar.
Check Availability: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on ‘Check Availability’ and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select available dates. Dates with a surcharge are identified.
Buy Now, Choose Dates Later: If you want to secure this offer and don’t know when you want to travel please select ‘Buy Now, Choose Dates Later’. This will secure your package and give you the flexibility to choose your travel dates — within the book by and validity period and subject to availability. To select dates post purchase, simply select ‘My Escapes’ under the ‘My Account’ tab and follow the prompts.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for Tour bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 21 days prior to the check-in date.
Feel Like Changing Your Dates? No Worries… You can make unlimited changes to the date of your booking provided the change is made no less than 21 days before your original check-in date for bookings in Australia and New Zealand, and 1 day before check-in for bookings in all other countries. This is provided you choose dates that are of an equal value and are available. Any change to booking dates is subject to and must be made online in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Coral Sea View Room – Packages are valid for two adults
Maximum Room Capacity: The maximum room capacity is four people (bedding configuration is two queen beds).
Extra Guest Policy: Up to two additional guests (aged 13 years and over) may stay for a surcharge of A$60 per person, per night, sleeping on existing bedding with accommodation, breakfast and airport/marina transfers only. Payable directly to the resort.
Child/Baby Policy: Up to two children/babies (aged 12 years and under) may stay free of charge, sleeping on existing bedding with accommodation and all inclusions (except the sunset cruise). Children eat free with at least one paying adult in participating restaurants. A cot can be provided by the resort free of charge.
King Coral Sea View Room – Packages are valid for two adults
Maximum Room Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two adults and one child/baby or one adult and two children/babies (bedding configuration is one king bed).
Extra Guest Policy: Additional guests (aged 13 years and over) are not permitted.
Child/Baby Policy: One child/baby (aged 12 years and under) may stay free of charge, sleeping on a sofa bed with accommodation and all inclusions (except the sunset cruise). Children eat free with at least one paying adult in participating restaurants. A cot can be provided by the resort free of charge.
Connecting rooms are not available.
Please note: The included resort credit for six and eight-night stays must be used during your stay. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash. The credit may be used towards participating restaurants, Spa wumurdaylin and tour bookings made through Hamilton Island Tour Desk.
Please note: The 90-minute sunset cruise is run by one of our third-party trusted partners and is scheduled for the second day of travel (the day after check-in). The cruise is valid for two adults only. Children aged eight years and over are welcome but must purchase tickets at guests’ own cost. The cruise includes complimentary wine, beer, soft drinks and canapés for two adults only. Tickets can be picked up from the Hamilton Island Tour Desk and additional tickets (for guests aged eight years and over only) are available for purchase via Explore Group.
Please note: Up to two children (aged 12 years and under) eat free with one paying adult at the following participating restaurants: Sails, Coca Chu, Pool Terrace, Manta Ray, Tako, and Mariners. All kids’ meals (except at Mariners) include a soft drink and serve of ice cream. See the children’s menus here.
Please note: The Reef View Hotel pool will be closed for works during the following dates, 11th February 2022 - 4th March 2022 (inclusive). During this time Reef View hotel guests will have access to these resort pools: Main Pool, Bougainvillea Pool and Sails Pool.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
