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WHITSUNDAY
ISLANDS ACCOMMODATION / Queensland
Hamilton Island
Nestled amongst the 74 Whitsunday Islands , Hamilton Island is located in the heart of one of the natural wonders of the world , the Great Barrier Reef , and is the perfect getaway to explore the unique tropical environment of the Whitsundays . Be spoilt for choice with activities to keep you entertained for weeks , including snorkelling , sea kayaking and scenic helicopter flights . Golfers will enjoy a round at the 18-hole championship Hamilton Island golf club . With breathtaking views , the clubhouse restaurant makes for the perfect spot to have a long lazy lunch . Or perhaps you ’ d just prefer to simply laze around a range of pools or on relaxing Catseye Beach .
When it comes to food and wine , Hamilton Island has dining options for everyone , from gourmet pizza by the marina , to a long lunch at Sails Restaurant or dinner overlooking the marina at the island ’ s signature restaurant Bommie . Or lay back on the grass with fish and chips and a bottle of wine and watch the sunset . Whether you ’ re looking to do plenty or absolutely nothing at all , Hamilton Island is the ultimate getaway .
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Hamilton Island Packages – Great Value ! Yacht Club Villas , Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island offers some fantastic packages including Great Barrier Reef Adventure , Best of Whitsundays , Romantic Escape , Whitehaven Beach and Golf & Spa packages as well as the Kids Stay and Eat Free programme ( conditions apply ).
For couples and honeymooners , the popular Romantic Escape includes a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival , On The Edge Twilight Sail on one evening , and a choice of the Denison Star Dinner Cruise or three-course set dinner at Romano ’ s Italian restaurant on the other evening .
Adjacent to the Hamilton Island Yacht Club , just a short stroll to the marina , the luxury waterfront Yacht Club Villas offer breathtaking ocean views over Dent Passage . Designed by renowned Australian architect Walter Barda with an emphasis on privacy and space , each four-bedroom villa spans three to four levels and can accommodate up to eight guests .
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qualia , Hamilton Island
Surrounded by the unsurpassed beauty of the Great Barrier Reef , qualia is nestled in the secluded , most northern tip of Hamilton Island . With a distinctive Australian style , this world-class , adults-only resort immerses guests in a relaxed ambience of exceptional , personalised and intuitive service .
The 60 individual pavilions all boast stunning views of the Whitsundays , some with private plunge pools . Spa qualia , with its range of luxurious and indulgent treatments , offers the ultimate relaxation experience . Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the three-night qualia Golf Package , with the chance to test their skills on a round of golf on Australia ’ s only island championship golf course , the Hamilton Island Golf Club on neighbouring Dent Island . The course features unparallelled views of the Whitsundays and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef .
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Boasting an absolute beachfront location overlooking the Coral Sea together with impeccable personalised service , the recently refurbished Beach Club offers the ultimate romantic island holiday experience . Set in landscaped tropical gardens , all 57 luxuriously and beautifully furnished rooms face directly onto Catseye Beach , each with its own private courtyard or balcony . This tranquil , boutique resort offers the private Beach Club restaurant and lounge for secluded beachside dining . You ’ ll also enjoy a complimentary à la carte breakfast every morning .
Exclusive guest facilities include a restaurant , lounge , bar and infinity-edge pool which is heated in winter . Spoil yourself and be pampered – choose from an array of treatments at the island ’ s Spa wumurdaylin , or Island Hair and Beauty . When you ’ re finished lounging , you can enjoy complimentary access to all ( non-motorised ) sports equipment , including catamarans , paddle boards , windsurfers and snorkelling equipment , and use of the island ’ s gym , spa , sauna and tennis court hire .
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ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.