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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Hayman Residence) | Exterior

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
5.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay and celebrate that special occasion. Choice of restaurants was great."
Australia
Aden
The price is £395
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
Windward Pavilion | Terrace/patio

Qualia

Qualia
5.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Great place to get away from it all and relax..staff were very accommodating..."
United States
Jeremy
Qualia
Espresso maker, full-sized fridge, microwave, oven

at Marina Shores

at Marina Shores
5.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (833 reviews)
"Great views. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Philip
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
at Marina Shores
Outdoor pool

The Sundays

The Sundays
5.0 star property
Whitsundays
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"The interiors are stunning. Pool side excellent. So well located."
Australia
Claire
The Sundays
2 Bedroom Deluxe Seaview Jacuzzi | Outdoor spa tub

Pinnacles

Pinnacles
5.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (682 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
Australia
Ben
Pinnacles
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The Great Barrier Reef is the big star, but the region also delights with its many islands and national parks.

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A turquoise sea with several sailboats anchored near a small island with buildings.

Top Whitsundays Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

8/10 Good
"First room was terrible! Spiderwebs, and very unclean, barely 3 stars, dated and very dirty! The bed was terrible! probably one of the worst ever in our travels - the mattress completely sank and couldn’t sleep! We got upgraded to the next category which was acceptable and close to 4.5 star perhaps. Dinner at the Pacific was average and expensive. Not good value. Breakfast was probably 3.5 star. The best dinner and highlight was Amici’s which we were fortunate to experience on our last evening. The island itself is spectacular and one of the most beautiful in the world. I think what let the overall place down was the lack of cleanliness and the lack of attention to detail as well as the food. The staff were lovely. However the service when we were ringing to request things was terrible as most of the time our calls were not answered. Overall a paradisaic experience let down by a lack of resources, passion and training - let down by humans - a paradise deserves perfection at least close to it .. the intercontinental fell very short of the mark and what could’ve been."
Sophia 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
Qualia

Qualia

8/10 Good
"qualia is one of the most beautiful properties we have visited. The setting, architecture, views, and atmosphere truly feel special and uniquely Australian. Our arrival experience was excellent. Noemi provided a warm airport pickup, smooth check-in, and a thoughtful overview of the property and room. The accommodations themselves were stunning. We also had an incredible “Best of Both Worlds” tour with Pedro, who was engaging, knowledgeable, and passionate about the island. It was one of the highlights of the trip. The main challenge during the first 24 hours was inconsistency in service attentiveness. At times, particularly at the pool and during our first dinner at Long Pavilion, service felt less proactive than expected for a property at this level. Drink refills, reservation follow-up, and simple check-ins occasionally required prompting rather than feeling naturally anticipated. What truly elevated the experience was the response from leadership. Rebecca, the General Manager, was exceptional: thoughtful, responsive, attentive, and genuinely interested in feedback. Her professionalism and accountability significantly improved the remainder of our stay. Beach Club dinner was another standout, with warm staff, relaxed pacing, and beautifully prepared food and cocktails. Overall, qualia delivers an extraordinary setting and many memorable moments. While there were some early service inconsistencies, the property’s beauty, excursions, dining, and strong leadership respon"
Christopher 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Qualia

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