Holiday and tourism information for Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island on Australia’s east coast has holidays to cater for every need and to suit all budgets. This is the place for your next holiday. Hamilton Island lies off the Whitsunday Coast in central Queensland and is part of the Whitsunday Islands group, discovered and named by Capt James Cook on his original voyage of discovery. Hamilton has the largest resort in the Whitsundays. The island has its own airport which has direct flights from most of the southern capitals, making it extremely easy to access. The nearest mainland town to Hamilton is Airlie Beach and regular ferry services operate from there to the island. The nearest mainland airport is Whitsunday airport located near Proserpine. Regular interstate coach services also service Airlie Beach so getting there is never a problem.

The scenic beauty of the region attracts many visitors and the local national parks and islands are a tourist paradise. There are some excellent tours available. It is a must to visit the Great Barrier Reef and Fantasea cruises offer a daily service and transfers to the Island. There are a million and one activities to partake in. Cruise on the yacht Banjo Patterson to beautiful Whitehaven Beach, take a dinner cruise aboard the magnificent Denison Star or go on a dive or snorkel trip. The choice is never ending. Hamilton Island marina is home to the Sunsail yacht charter group and this provides another exciting option if you fancy spending a few days cruising and exploring this magnificent waterway. Hamilton Island is also home to many fine restaurants, cafés and boutiques so it’s easy to relax, chill out and pick up some souvenirs.

The accommodation on Hamilton Island comes in many different configurations. There is something for the family, the honeymooner, the couple or the corporate traveler. Qualia resort is one of the worlds most sophisticated and exclusive resorts. The Beach Club is the top of the range at the resort. This private retreat is limited to couples and has its own private lounges and swimming pool. It is located right on the beach front. The Reef View hotel has several different room configurations and nearly all rooms offer unsurpassed ocean views. The Palm Bungalows offer unsurpassed family accommodation in free standing bungalows set amid superb tropical gardens. The Palm Terrace and Whitsunday Holiday Apartments both offer self contained family accommodation either resort side or marina side. There is an accommodation choice that will suit your needs and budget. Whatever your holiday dreams are, Hamilton Island, Australia is sure to make them all come true.