Heron Island Travel Guide

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Heron Island Resort

Heron Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
Via Gladstone Heron Island QLD
The price is AU$308 per night from 10 June to 11 June
AU$308
per night
10 June - 11 June
Stay at this beach resort in Heron Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a private beach and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (314 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, helpful curious staff. Nice rooms."

Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Heron Island Resort
Wilson Island

Wilson Island

4 out of 5
Wilson Island Wilson Island QLD
Stay at this beach lodge in Wilson Island. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach and daily housekeeping.
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"To say this stay was phenomenal would be an understatement! We weren’t sure exactly what to expect on the island before we arrived but we were pleasantly surprised by everything. Travel was very easy on the ferry with a prearranged ticket and a person to greet us on Heron Island. We were then picked ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,139 reviews)
"Had a great stay. Fantastic location. Large 1 bedroom apartment. Very quick check in and was so impressed that i was able to have my room so early. Parking was easy and safe. Very clean room. It was quiet however the construction works across the road were not in progress due to the rain so i am ..."

Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street Brisbane QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,352 reviews)
"Bedroom was dirty. A cotton tip was on th floor. Shower leaks under door so the floor mat provided was always wet."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,594 reviews)
"Great holiday!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

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The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station

Explore the campus of The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station during your travels in Heron Island. Wander the marina or discover the area's coral reefs.

The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station

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