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InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef
Whitsundays · Australia
81.9EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$from ~$589 / night
- Beach
- Island
- Wellness
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Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef
Second band: well-established luxury properties with consistent evidence across independent references.
2,457 guest reviews analysed
Whitsundays, Australia
Distinctions
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
70.9 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 2,457 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google and Trip.com.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- families
- couples
- beach
- adventure
About Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef
Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef is set on an island in the Whitsundays, Australia, and features 240 rooms. The resort provides direct beach access, inviting guests to enjoy coral beaches, rainforest treks, and snorkelling in the Living Reef. Dining options include Graze for international cuisine, Infinity for Asian-inspired dishes, and Salti for Mediterranean flavours. The Tonic Bar offers both indoor and outdoor lounge spaces. Guests can also take advantage of a seamless airport transfer service from Whitsunday Coast Airport, ensuring an easy arrival to the island.
A variety of activities are available, including swimming pools and opportunities to explore the surrounding natural environment. The combination of multiple restaurants, beach access, and convenient transfers makes this resort suitable for a range of travellers.
Why it stands out
Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef is listed as EMPTYJET for its exact island location in the Whitsundays, direct beach access, and diverse dining options. The property’s 240 rooms, seamless airport transfers, and range of activities support its appeal to both families and couples seeking a memorable island experience.
Key facts
- Keys
- 240 rooms
- Children
- fun-filled family holiday with reef education
- Type
- Island, Beach
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Beach access — coral beaches to rainforest treks and snorkelling the resort’s very own Living Reef
- Swimming pool — evidence: an array of activities across the island, from sparkling swimming pools and coral beaches
Dining
- Multiple restaurants — Graze; Infinity; Salti
- Bar — Tonic Bar is an inviting indoor/outdoor lounge bar that offers a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere
Services
- Airport transfer — evidence: Fly into Whitsunday Coast Airport and experience a seamless, premium journey from airport to island
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Beach
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- American ExpressThe Hotel Collection
- American Express The Hotel Collection
Location
-20.2551, 148.8140Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial10 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
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