Daydream Island Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Balcony
Free daily buffet breakfast
Boating

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$311
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Jetted bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool View King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View Twin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool View Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Pool Side King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Pool Side Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Twin Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Vista King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 60 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Serenity Twin Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort Room, Twin Beds - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Vista King Suite - Inclusive of Return Ferry Transfers

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Resort Twin

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Ocean Terrace King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Resort King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Ocean View King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Daydream Island

A luxury stay in Whitsundays awaits you at Daydream Island Resort. Within steps you'll find Daydream Port and Daydream Reef. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 3 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a private beach. .The restaurant, Graze Interactive Dining, is open for breakfast and dinner. Barefoot is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the marina, gym, kids' club and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of 7 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and massage/treatment rooms. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Whitsundays resort, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Daydream Beach and 22.5 km (14 mi) from Whitehaven Beach.

What's nearby

  • Molle Islands National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lovers Cove - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Daydream Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Daydream Island Living Reef - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Restaurants

  • La Marina Italian Restaurant & Bar
  • Whitsunday Sailing Club
  • The Pub
  • Mulligans
  • La Tabella

About this property

Daydream Island Resort

Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools
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.

  • 277 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.

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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
  • Inkstone

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.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • 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
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

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

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Apple Pay.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Daydream Island Resort?

Daydream Island Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Daydream Island Resort?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Daydream Island Resort on 6 Dec 2025 start from NZ$310.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Daydream Island Resort?

Yep, Daydream Island Resort is on Lovers Cove. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and kayaking. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Is there a spa on site at Daydream Island Resort?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Daydream Island Resort have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Daydream Island Resort has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Daydream Island Resort?

Daydream Island Resort features a private beach, 3 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants.

Is Daydream Island Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club, a children's pool and children's meals, it's no surprise that Daydream Island Resort is a hit with families.

Does Daydream Island Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Daydream Island Resort?

No, Daydream Island Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Daydream Island Resort?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Daydream Island Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Daydream Island Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Daydream Island Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 856 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 856 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 856 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 856 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 856 reviews

Reviews

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

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

6/10 Okay

Abraham

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Exhaust fan in bathroom did not work. TV channels kept freezing every 30-40 secs. Was reported to reception but nothing was done about it. Food was expensive. Pool areas were good as was the location and scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

lachlan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Food was so bad no selections at all told us buffet was every night when we booked and got here and turned buffet into twice a week have no options for food you have to eat breakfast or you will be so hungry they don’t serve lunch menu for dinner so hardly anything you can have for dinner no basics and food was extremely over priced and under served
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bit dated Expensive
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerynne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailish

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was relaxing ànd very picturesque from our room. Breakfasts was excellent. Daydream Island is very good for someone that wants to relax as well as for families to have an enjoyable holiday. We were disappointed with the restaurant food and attitude of the people serving.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are accommodating and welcoming. Food options are limited but it is still a lovely place to stay. Clean and very quiet
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed on. 1/ no room service 2/ you had to take your own luggage to your room 3/ only 2 restaurants on island with very limited menu 4/ could not order food from around the pool and it was brought to you. 5/ prices of food very expensive
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Daydream Island and Living Coeal Redort is indeed a dream come true. This was my second trip in two years.Just love the resort.Cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faiz

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just back from a wonderful stay at Daydream Island resort! 🌴 The living reef experience was incredible - snorkeling among the coral and marine life was a highlight of my trip 🐠🐳. The resort's location is perfect, and the multiple pools offer a great spot to relax 🌊. The aquatic life on the island is amazing, with plenty of fish and other creatures to spot. One thing that was a bit of a letdown was the spa treatment - decent options, but quite expensive. While my overall experience was great, I did find a few things missing - no all-inclusive meal and drinks option, no steam or sauna, and no mini bar in the rooms. These additions would take the resort to the next level and make it even more enthralling. Still, I highly recommend Daydream Island for its beauty and charm. With a few tweaks, it could be truly unforgettable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff were lovely and the pools and facilities were pretty good . The rooms weren’t the cleanest and the bathrooms needed some Maintanence I understand it’s an island and the humidity plays a factor but I paid for an ‘upgraded’ ocean view room and it wasn’t the greatest. I think the most important factor that isn’t great for the hotel is the lack of food options / no room service or ability to take back anything other than pizza , chips or about 3 things off the menu . Which was hard as we have kids and one of them goes to bed at 7.30. The variety wasn’t great you get sick of eating the same things for lunch and dinner after a couple of days especially if they weren’t great when you had them the first time. The buffet breakfast was also really good. There was nothing in the rooms like a mini bar so I couldn’t purchase anything to eat or drink from there but the island said you were not allowed to bring food from outside the island . The rule needs to change as I wasn’t able to bring anything I couldn’t get fresh milk for my little girl to drink overnight and my kids didn’t eat fruit or vegetables for 4 days . At home we eat cucumber / carrots / bananas / salads avocado ect daily. So I think overall it’s nice to see but I wouldn’t return and the other part of the island really needs some work.
Fish feeding talk
Underwater reef aquarium
Pool side kabanas
Ocean view sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great holiday but limited menu at only two restaurants. Would be better if menu changed over the week. Needed a store to buy fresh fruit, snacks, etc. Buildings overall pretty tired. Smell of sewerage at one end of island which meant walking far was not enjoyable. The rainforest walk we had to hold our noses for half of it! One end of island so underdeveloped and almost eery...like a cyclone hit it and it has been left untouched. Staff were not overly friendly. Pool areas lovely. It was very very quiet which was the biggest plus and felt like you were on the island on your own. Loved all the nature and wallabies roaming around.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

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

8/10 Good

Treena Lee

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Positives- Staff worked really hard and were helpful. Bingo and trivia were fun. Negatives- Unheated pool in winter. Wind cancelled activities leaving nothing to do. Dirty chair and curtains in our room. Staying for a week but didn't top up bathroom supplies. Shutters moudly in dining area. Terrible options for lunch. Too expensive to travel to mainland or hamilton for a daytrip. Half the island isn't used but has so much potential.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahtab

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
As you are in an Island , you have to rely on their food options and restaurant, this would be shocking when you have a child and been told the food is finished or all the tables have been reserved! they should know how many guest on the Island to ensure the variety and enough food in reasonable prices available for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daydream island falls short of its full potential. Half of the island is unutilised which is a shame as it has everything pools, shop and canteen. What was even more outrageous was 2 out of 3 restaurants ran out of food 2 nights in a row.! They say not to bring outside food but I would suggest to pack food before you go. This place is designed for people who want to do nothing at all during the day and have an early night watching tv in bed as there’s nothing to do after dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Labros

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place! Needed better food options though. Would have been great to have a buffet dinner option for people who just wanted to graze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Four night family stay - very good value for the prize.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025