The Best Hotels Closest to Daydream Island Living Reef in Whitsundays for 2026

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Our top choices for Daydream Island Living Reef hotels

1. Daydream Island Resort

0.2 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Maryanne

￥39,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Magnums Airlie Beach

10.3 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Nathan

￥12,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

3. Freedom Shores

15.2 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Ann

￥39,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

4. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

9.6 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

William

￥16,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

5. Seclude Rainforest Retreat

19.2 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Brodie

￥38,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

6. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

9 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Julie-Ann

￥14,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

7. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

12 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Greg

￥14,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

8. Mirage Whitsundays

11.9 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Rachel

￥56,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Deluxe Villa | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

9. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

8.9 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Rose Ann

￥16,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

10. Mantra Club Croc

11.9 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Georgie

￥24,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

11. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

14.7 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Zahra

￥27,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

12. Whitsunday On The Beach

10.4 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

keith

￥18,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

13. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

9.9 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Vicki

￥23,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

14. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

7 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Simon

￥19,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

15. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

10.3 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Michael

￥28,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

16. Nomads Airlie Beach

10.4 km from Daydream Island Living Reef

Tara

￥19,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Daydream Island Resort	4.5 star property	7.8 Good 945 reviews	View
Magnums Airlie Beach	2.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 762 reviews	View
Freedom Shores	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 263 reviews	View
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 380 reviews	View
Seclude Rainforest Retreat	4.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 77 reviews	View

Top Daydream Island Living Reef Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"The best thing about the place was the location. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Did find the bathroom weird that it had no exhaust fan it steamed up really bad. Cleaning of the bathroom was not the best"

Daydream Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Room felt modern, clean and comfortable. Staff were really friendly. Unique fish & bird viewing experiences occur organically while walking around the island. Favourite organised event was the coral conservation tour (book in). Kayaking was great and didn't need to be pre-booked. Both were free and easily accessible"

Coral Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The entire resort is beautifully maintained and set out well. We had a standard room the first night and suite for three night stay. Both were well equipped with all amenities and very clean. The staff in all areas of the resort were always lovey, attentive and happy to help. We loved the location within an easy walk to everything. Highly recommend booking Coral Sea Resort if staying in Airlie Beach. We’ll definitely be back."

Gorgeous three-bedroom, two-bathroom home boasting uninterrupted sea views.

8/10 Good

"The views are amazing!! Note this house is two entirely separate units that are ONLY connected by the external staircase at the front of the house. You cannot get to the pool from the second level without going down the stairs at the front entry. The laundry is only in the lower level unit so you must carry your laundry out the front and down the stairs. The views still made this worthwhile, but we didn’t realize the extend of the separation until we arrived."

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

8/10 Good

"We really loved staying here. Great facilities like the waterpark, pool, and jumping pillow. They also had little karts and e-bikes you could hire for an additional fee. The playground was a bit old and run down. Rooms were tidy and beds were super comfortable but some of the furniture like the chairs in the kitchen were a bit old and dirty. Otherwise well maintained and clean. Staff were always friendly and helpful. You can take a public bus for 50c just outside the hotel in both directions so can easily get into town, the port of airlie or shute harbour, or further out to Cannonvale. Maps and timetables available. Also the Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill will do free shuttles out to their beautiful venue. Some tours will also provide free shuttles to the marina for their activities. Others charge a fee. Overall a great stay. We stayed in a superior 1 bedroom cabin which was spacious for us and actually has a sliding door separating the main living room from it, and another separating it from the main bedroom with queen bed. Toilet/bathroom comes off the small area with the bunk as well."

'Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Retreat

8/10 Good

"he house was really nice, with a great pool, views, and surroundings. Our complaint was that we felt the house was not represented correctly. It worked out for us since we were all adults, but I’m not sure it would suit a family. It is listed as a four-bedroom house, but in fact, it is a two-bedroom house with a detached building that has a further two bedrooms and a bathroom included. There are 19 large outdoor steps down to these rooms, and unfortunately, it was raining most nights, so we got quite wet going to bed. These two downstairs bedrooms are actually one room separated by two steps up and no door, so they are not really two rooms and lack privacy. The back bedroom is quite pokey and claustrophobic. The standard of this downstairs space is not in keeping with the house itself.There was only one hairdryer provided for three bathrooms, the mugs and glasses didn’t match, and there could have been more crockery and cutlery provided. When paying this much for a property, this feels a bit cheap.There are also safety concerns if you had children with you, the porch around the pool is quite tall with no barrier and a drop straight onto concrete below. I don’t know if it is council compliant but it’s a long way to fall on concrete. Overall, while we appreciated the charm of the house and the stunning views, clearer communication about the property’s layout and improvements in safety and amenities would greatly enhance the experience for future guests."

Seascape on Shutehaven

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at this property. The pool is large and perfect for a family, with a great BBQ and seating area. The view from the upstairs windows is stunning and it would be great if the overgrown plants were cut back so you could have this view from the pool.The kitchen is large and has everything you need. There were just a few little things that could be improved, like a wardrobe or chest of drawers for clothes in the upstairs bedroom and the shower screens and windows haven’t been cleaned in a while. Overall, we had a good time away and will definitely visit Airlie Beach again."

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A turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and green hills in the background.

Daydream Beach

8.0/10 (193 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Daydream Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Whitsundays. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Daydream Island Living Reef?

Daydream Island Living Reef is located in an area of Whitsundays known for its beautiful island views and coral reefs. You'll find 28 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Daydream Island Living Reef?

Adjacent to Daydream Island Living Reef, Daydream Island Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a marina and 3 outdoor pools. Other good options within 5 miles include Coral Point Lodge and Baybliss Studio 1.

How many hotels are there close to Daydream Island Living Reef?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Daydream Island Living Reef.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Daydream Island Living Reef, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Daydream Island Living Reef.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Daydream Island Living Reef?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Daydream Island Living Reef, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Daydream Island Living Reef?

Dip your toes in the water at Lovers Cove, Daydream Beach, and Sandy Bay Beach. At Daydream Reef, Mermaids Beach, and Coral Beach, take some time to really appreciate nature. Stopping by Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa, Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, or Daydream Port is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for Daydream Island Living Reef hotels

1. Daydream Island Resort

2. Magnums Airlie Beach

3. Freedom Shores

4. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

5. Seclude Rainforest Retreat

6. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

7. NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

8. Mirage Whitsundays

9. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

10. Mantra Club Croc

11. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

12. Whitsunday On The Beach

13. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

14. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

15. Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

16. Nomads Airlie Beach

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Airlie Beach Hotel

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