Daydream Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Daydream Island
Daydream Island showing a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool
Daydream Island
Whitsunday Islands which includes kite surfing and general coastal views
Daydream Island
Take off your watch because time runs differently on Daydream Island.

Sublime coral reefs are moments away, but the clock seems to stand still when the sun sinks into the ocean horizon. Life is like a dream spend your days discovering secret beaches and rocky coves. Explore the island’s tree-speckled hilltop and gaze out across the Whitsundays’ island panorama. With yachting adventures, snorkelling tours and deluxe spa treatments at your fingertips, Daydream Island is a reverie you won’t want to leave.

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort

4.5 out of 5
Whitsunday Islands, Whitsundays, QLD
The price is AU$267 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$267
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Whitsundays. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (802 reviews)
"The whole island is gorgeous, lots to do and easy to do day trips. All staff were wonderful and the food at the restaurants was incredible!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Daydream Island Resort
Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove, Airlie Beach, QLD
The price is AU$207 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$207
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Airlie Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Airlie Beach Hotel
Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel

4 out of 5
12 Resort Drive, Whitsundays, QLD
The price is AU$480 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$480
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Reef View Hotel
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Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive, Whitsundays, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Whitsunday Apartments
Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays

4 out of 5
11 Altmann Avenue, Cannonvale, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Mirage Whitsundays
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

3 out of 5
2614 Shute Harboour Road, PO Box 562, Jubilee Pocket, QLD
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Jubilee Pocket. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of Airlie ...
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
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Popular places to visit

Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven Beach

Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.

Whitehaven Beach
Catseye Beach which includes a beach and sailing as well as a small group of people

Catseye Beach

Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.

Catseye Beach
Hamilton Island Marina featuring a bay or harbour, boating and landscape views

Hamilton Island Marina

Cruise in for a visit or begin your boating adventure in the Great Barrier Reef from this world-class marina and make use of its fantastic facilities and great dining.

Hamilton Island Marina
WILD LIFE Hamilton Island featuring cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

WILD LIFE Hamilton Island

Rise early and have breakfast with the koalas in this compact Australian wildlife park in the stunning Whitsunday Island region of Queensland.

WILD LIFE Hamilton Island
Daydream Island showing marine life and zoo animals as well as a small group of people

Daydream Island Living Reef

Explore the great outdoors at Daydream Island Living Reef and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Whitsundays. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Daydream Island Living Reef
Palm Bay Beach

Palm Bay Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Bay Beach during your travels in Whitsundays? Discover the sunrises in this relaxing area.

Palm Bay Beach

Activities

Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

AU$155
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

AU$229
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
Whitehaven and snorkelling Day Sail - heave ho...

Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise

AU$199
per adult
Providence Whitehaven Beach Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

AU$112
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays

Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays

AU$3,819
per traveller
Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays
Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Chill & Grill

Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Chill & Grill

AU$269
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Chill & Grill
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Cities near Daydream Island

Whitsundays

Whitsundays