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Our top choices for Whitsundays historic hotels

An aerial view of a resort with a pool, beach, and lounge area.
A modern indoor space with round tables and chairs, a pool table, and a bar area.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a large window with curtains.

1. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
yifan
AU$412
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Reef View Hotel
A poolside restaurant with tables and chairs, overlooking a pool and palm trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a wooden floor.
A modern building with a unique geometric roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A beach with palm trees and a view of the water.

2. Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
Whitsundays
United States
Dan
AU$438
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Palm Bungalows
A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.
A swimming pool with orange lounge chairs, a white fence, and a multi-story building with balconies.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and patterned chairs.

3. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
Australia
Steven
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.
A modern living room with wicker furniture, a white coffee table, and large windows with a view of palm trees.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the sea and mountains.
A spa area with a hot tub surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.

4. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
Whitsundays
Australia
aly
AU$470
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Whitsunday Apartments
An aerial view of a resort with a beach, a marina, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and distant hills.
A boat on turquoise water with a beach and buildings in the background.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

5. Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
Whitsundays
Australia
Mandy
AU$303
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Daydream Island Resort
A swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A sign reading "AIRLIE BEACH HEART OF THE REEF" with palm trees and a view of the ocean in the background.
A marina with boats docked, surrounded by hills and clear skies.
An aerial view of a coastal landscape with a bay, clear waters, and surrounding hills.

6. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
United Kingdom
Barbara
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Magnums Airlie Beach
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains.
A resort with multiple boat-shaped cabins, a swimming pool, and a large building with a white roof.
A couple relaxing on a wicker lounge chair facing a beach with palm trees and clear blue water.
A wooden deck with a pool, white lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. Freedom Shores

Freedom Shores
Woodwark
Australia
Amy
AU$283
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Freedom Shores
A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, overlooking a body of water with palm trees and mountains in the distance.
A resort with a wooden boardwalk over water, connected to multiple buildings with pyramid roofs.

8. InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
Whitsundays
Australia
Aden
AU$760
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
A swimming pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV.
A compact kitchen with a bar area, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A tropical garden with palm trees and a paved walkway.

9. Baybliss Studio 2

Baybliss Studio 2
Shute Harbour
Australia
Rob George
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Baybliss Studio 2
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and decorative wall art.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with a distinctive white roof and a smaller structure with a curved roof. There are palm trees and a swimming pool visible.

10. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Airlie Beach
Australia
Michael
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Whitsundays?
Sights with historical relevance in Whitsundays are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you're visiting the area, why not also discover all there is to see and do?
How many historical hotels are there in Whitsundays?
Whitsundays is home to 618 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Whitsundays?
Favourite places to visit include Whitehaven Beach, Catseye Beach and Hamilton Island Bowling Alley. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Hamilton Island Marina and Hamilton Island Golf Club.
What is a historic hotel like in Whitsundays?
By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday someplace that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Whitsundays, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Whitsundays have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Whitsundays, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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