Great Barrier Reef Hotels

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The Mahalo Top 7

1. Official Tourism Site: Tropical North Queensland Accommodations
2. Concierge.com: Great Barrier Reef Hotels  
3. Frommer's: Cairns, Whitsunday Coast & Islands and Fraser Island Hotels
4. Fodor's: Great Barrier Reef Hotels  
5. TripAdvisor: Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews  
6. Lonely Planet: Fraser Island and Mission Beach Places to Sleep
7. VirtualTourist: Cairns, Fraser Island, and Hamilton Island Accommodation Tips  

Great Barrier Reef Luxury Hotels

• Voyages Lizard Island
  Lizard Island, QLD, 4871 Australia
  voice: 61-2-8296-8010
  fax: 61-2-9299-2103

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "Eucalyptus trees surround accommodations outfitted with pine furnishings, blue and white accents, and daybeds that overlook the Coral Sea..."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "Luxury lodges, huge potato cod so tame divers can pet them, snorkeling off the beach, and isolation -- that's what lures the well-heeled to this small, exclusive resort."

• • Fodor's Choice   : "One of Australia's premier resorts, this property has beachside suites and sumptuous villas with sail-shaded decks and views of the turquoise bay."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

• Paradise Bay, South Long Island Nature Lodge
  Long Island, QLD, 4802 Australia
  voice: 61-7-4946-9777

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "Just a dozen people at a time can stay at this rustic, comfy little eco-lodge, which offers the same seclusion as others in the Whitsunday Islands—minus the showiness."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "This environmentally sensitive lodge was designed to show off the Whitsundays' natural beauty with minimal impact on it."

• • Fodor's Review   : "Each of the private cabins has both a king-sized and a single bed, and a private veranda with a double hammock -- perfect for watching romantic sunsets."

• • TripAdvisor 5.0 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

• Voyages Bedarra Island
  Bedarra Island, QLD, 4870 Australia
  voice: 61-2-8296-8010
  fax: 61-2-9299-2103

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "The 16 villas—all clean-lined and spacious, with polished timber and giant windows—are tucked among the trees for maximum privacy."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "Bedarra is one of those rare and fabulous places that throws not just meals but vintage French champagne, fine cognac and wine, and other potable treats into the price..."

• • Fodor's Choice   : "Polished wood floors, ceiling fans, and exposed beams make for sophisticated accommodations that bear little resemblance to standard hotel rooms."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

• Orpheus Island Resort
  Orpheus Island, QLD, 4810 Australia
  voice: 61-7-4777-7377
  fax: 61-7-4777-7533

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "Rates include all activities and equipment (including catamarans, motorized dinghies, and fishing and snorkeling gear), and—best of all—meals."

• • Frommer's High;y Recommended: "If seclusion and tranquillity are what you are looking for, this is the place to find them."

• • Fodor's Choice   : "Both [accommodation] options are immaculate, comfortable, and decorated with tasteful sophistication, but suites are considerably larger, with private outdoor areas and lounge rooms."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

• Hayman Resort
  Hayman Island, QLD, 4801 Australia
  voice: 61-7-4940-1234
  fax: 61-7-4940-1567

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "The grand dame of Whitsunday island resorts, Hayman has a 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, and super-attentive service that sets it apart."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "This is the most luxurious, glitzy, and glamorous resort in Australia."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

• Hamilton Island Beach Club
  Hamilton Island, QLD, 4803 Australia
  voice: 61-2-9433-0444

• • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended: "[Hamilton] has the widest range of activities, accommodations styles, and restaurants of any Great Barrier Reef island resort."

• • Fodor's Review   : "Staying here also gets you a concierge service for booking activities and making restaurant reservations, a chauffeur service around the island, and free Internet access."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating   (Note: Community Rating; May change)

Great Barrier Reef Moderate Hotels

• Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
  Lady Elliot Island, QLD Australia
  voice: 61-7-5536-3644
  fax: 61-7-5599-5783

• • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "Because of the relatively low number of guests, you pretty much get the Reef to yourself."

• • Fodor's Choice   : "Here you're more like a marine biologist encamped at an island field camp than a tourist enjoying a luxury resort."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Whitsunday Holiday Apartments
  Hamilton Island, QLD, 4803 Australia
  voice: 61-2-9433-0444

• • Fodor's Review   : "[Accommodations are] self-contained one- and two-bedroom accommodations with pastel walls, comfortable wooden and cane furniture, large balconies, fully equipped kitchens, and dining and sitting areas."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Great Keppel Island Holiday Village
  Great Keppel Island, QLD Australia
  voice: 61-7-4939 8655
  fax: 61-7-4939-8755

• • Frommer's Recommended: "Great Keppel Island Holiday Village is located in a garden setting less than a minute's walk to two great swimming beaches."

• • Fodor's Review   : "Tucked in among the welcome shade of gum trees is this modest, quiet alternative for couples and older travelers looking to get back to basics without a party scene."

• Hinchinbrook Island Wilderness Lodge
  Hinchinbrook Island, QLD Australia
  voice: 61-7-4066-8270
  fax: 61-7-4066-8271

• • Concierge.com Recommendation   : "Guests can make use of the free canoes, and fishing and snorkeling gear, or take hikes to spot dolphins, dugongs, sea turtles, and tiger sharks from shore."