The Best Hotels Closest to Pelican Island in Whitsundays - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Pelican Island hotels

The Sundays

6.4 mi from Pelican Island

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reef View Hotel

6.6 mi from Pelican Island

Kristine

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

9.1 mi from Pelican Island

Jock

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Airlie Beach Hotel

9.9 mi from Pelican Island

Katrina

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Daydream Island Resort

6.4 mi from Pelican Island

Daryl

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

7.8 mi from Pelican Island

Simon

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

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

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

8.5 mi from Pelican Island

Eric

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

8.6 mi from Pelican Island

Deepa

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

9.6 mi from Pelican Island

Vicki

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Magnums Airlie Beach

10.1 mi from Pelican Island

Reid

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Mantra Club Croc

10.8 mi from Pelican Island

Dhruv

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Palm Bungalows

6.4 mi from Pelican Island

Julie

includes taxes & fees

9 Jul - 10 Jul

Seclude Rainforest Retreat

11.1 mi from Pelican Island

Brodie

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

The Boathouse Apartments

9.7 mi from Pelican Island

Mahmoud

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Coral Sea Resort

10.4 mi from Pelican Island

Craig

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Bush Village Holiday Cabins

10.7 mi from Pelican Island

Ben

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Whitsunday On The Beach

10.2 mi from Pelican Island

Damian

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

10.8 mi from Pelican Island

Maurice

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

10.1 mi from Pelican Island

Michael

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Mirage Whitsundays

10.8 mi from Pelican Island

Tom

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sundays	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
Reef View Hotel	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 372 reviews	View
Airlie Beach Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Daydream Island Resort	4.5 star property	7.8 Good 937 reviews	View

Top Pelican Island Hotel Reviews

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing view"

Reef View Hotel

8/10 Good

"The property is almost next to the beach. It has magnificent reef views. Shuttle bus to the town centre is very frequent. Breakfast is average, but the tropical fruit is very fresh. The check in area is spacious and staff is friendly and helpful. The airport shuttle is very convenient. The down side is that the place is quite dated. Room decor should be freshen up a bit. The bathroom and toilet are felt several decades old. In general, we had a good stay."

Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location. Very helpful staff and excellent twice daily yoga sessions. If you’re coming here to have an active break it’s probably not the place as there are very limited options. Kayaking & SUP available and one bush trail up the hill. Food was excellent ! Not really the place for a solo traveller. Rooms not cleaned particularly well. Thick dust on top of air con unit and dead bugs around every day in room which came through the rafters. Didn’t bother me but probably would for other guests Very expensive transfers to get to the Island. All in all, perfect for 2 nights but 5 was too many."

'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."

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"

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Palm Bay Beach

4.6/5 (67 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Bay Beach during your travels in Whitsundays? Discover the sunrises in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pelican Island?

Pelican Island is located in a welcoming area of Whitsundays known for its beautiful island views and coral reefs. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay near Pelican Island?

Palm Bay Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pelican Island. Another good option is Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat, located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) away.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Pelican Island.

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Our top choices for Pelican Island hotels

The Sundays

Reef View Hotel

Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach Hotel

Daydream Island Resort

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Magnums Airlie Beach

Mantra Club Croc

Palm Bungalows

Seclude Rainforest Retreat

The Boathouse Apartments

Coral Sea Resort

Bush Village Holiday Cabins

Whitsunday On The Beach

NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park

Heart Hotel and Gallery Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays

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