North Queensland, Australia, comprises a region fringed by vast wilderness, reef, and rainforest. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the area’s highlights, and you must visit it. Learn about its dynamics and why it is worth preservation, but it is the dive that will leave you in awe. Have you ever heard of a hospital for bats? The Tolga Bat Hospital takes care of over 1,000 bats. A one-hour visit to the facility will open your eyes to the impact these fascinating creatures have on the ecosystem. Cairns is a nature lover’s paradise with unparalleled natural beauty. Explore its rainforest, swim in the lagoon, and shop in Port Douglas. A holiday in this region is the best you will ever experience. Find peace and seclusion in these island resorts in North Queensland, Australia. Keep reading to check them out.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and island location. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 22, 2025.
1. Daydream Island Resort (from USD 271)
Limited dining options with high prices, but great variety for inclusive breakfast
Reasonable pricing for rooms, but limited and expensive dining options
Stunning island location with picturesque views and easy accessibility
Abundance of activities including pools, cinema, and marine life observatory
Daydream Island Resort in Queensland’s Whitsundays Islands offers stylish rooms with stunning views of the ocean, garden landscape, and a pool. Three on-site restaurants and bars offer diverse food and beverage options. Enjoy the resort’s pool that sweeps across the beautiful gardens with unparalleled views of the Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef. Experience the Living Reef, home to coral and hundreds of marine fish species, crabs, sea cucumbers, and starfish.
Daydream Island Resort
303.18 km (188.4 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
2. Fitzroy Island Resort (from USD 156)
Exceptional vegetarian options, good breakfast, and delicious food at the restaurant.
Reasonably priced hotel with separate bungalows near the forest and sea.
Stunning location with beach huts, beautiful scenery, and easy snorkeling access.
Air conditioning, grill, swimming pool, live music, snorkeling, and island living vibe.
Fitzroy Island Resort boasts rooms with cable TV, beverage-making facilities, a fridge, and air conditioning. Unwind by taking a dip in the outdoor pool, after which you can while the time away with a drink at the swim-up bar. On another day, explore the white coral beaches and walk on the rainforest trails. Hire kayaking and snorkeling equipment and have the fun of a lifetime. You can visit with family, friends or surprise your mate with an unforgettable romantic holiday.
Fitzroy Island Resort This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
229.95 km (142.9 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
3. Green Island Resort (from USD 477)
At the Green Island Resort, you will experience warm tropical skies, dive in the Great Barrier Reef, and stay in luxurious accommodation. A friendly team welcomes you on arrival, and after you settle in, you can relax by the beautiful pool with a cocktail. Enjoy exciting activities, including windsurfing, snorkeling, and diving. A tour of the reef is an unmissable activity. Wind up your day at the Emerald Restaurant with a wide range of dishes. You can also request for dinner to be served in romantic settings on the beach.
Green Island Resort
248.62 km (154.5 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
4. Palm Bay Resort
Delicious meals with vegetarian options, sunset bar with great cocktails
Reasonable pricing for food and drinks, free use of kayaks and SUPs
Stunning beachfront location on a secluded island, beautiful sunrises and sunsets
Free activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and bush walks, spa treatments available
Palm Bay Resort is on Long Island, and it offers spacious villas with stunning views of the Coral Sea. While staying here, you will be in seclusion and tranquility, perfect for enjoying iconic beaches and reefs. All rooms have a hammock on the deck where you can relax with a book or sway to the whispering wind. After sunset, the bar comes alive at happy hour, with a range of cocktails, wines, spirits, and beer. Watersports, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming are all activities that will keep you busy.
Palm Bay Resort
310.78 km (193.2 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
5. Orpheus Island Lodge (from USD 1110)
Orpheus Island Lodge is a private resort in the Great Barrier Reef featuring villas, suites, and guest rooms. The lodge has a spa, restaurant, and a pavilion bar, while its inviting infinity pool mirrors the coral sea. Your stay comes with goodies like watersports equipment, a wide selection of drinks, and three gourmet meals. Enjoy paradisical seclusion with pristine reef spread across 11 km (6.8 mi) of coastline and a national park occupying thousands of acres.
Orpheus Island Lodge
46.33 km (28.8 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
6. Lizard Island Resort (from USD 1020)
Lizard Island Resort is a magical place on the reef, an hour’s flight from Cairns. Enjoy luxurious accommodation with a well-stocked minibar and gourmet meals at the restaurant. The rooms have a pavilion style with an interior adorned with blue, gray, and cream shades. A national park surrounds the resort while palm trees fringe its beach and nice-looking gardens. Take a glass-bottomed boat trip and see the jaw-dropping sea life beneath the blue waters. Also, visit the spa for a choice of beauty treatments that leave you feeling refreshed.
Lizard Island Resort
Address: Great Barrier Reef, Cairns
487.12 km (302.7 mi) from Big Crystal Creek
Scenic North Queensland
Think of these island resorts as your springboard to experience natural beauty. Create time for swimming and watersports. The Great Barrier Reef is at your doorstep, so take a boat and explore North Queensland. Getting here is easy, but you will be hesitant to leave.
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