Green Island Resort offers an oceanside retreat with two outdoor pools lined with sun loungers for relaxation. Guests enjoy Regional cuisine at Emeralds restaurant, which serves all daily meals. The resort provides on-site water activities including kayaking and parasailing.
Located in Green Island, Green Island Resort is near the beach. Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and The Cultural Place are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Esplanade Lagoon and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. Visit our Green Island travel guide
A poolside bar, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Green Island Resort. With scuba diving, kayaking and snorkelling, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Emeralds, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Enjoy on-site activities, such as parasailing and ecotours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff and 1 meeting room
A banquet hall, a front desk safe and a gift shop
Concierge services, a computer station and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Green Island Resort feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and separate baths/showers
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Canopy Grill
Emeralds
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
Ecotours
Helicopter/aeroplane tours
Kayaking
Parasailing
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
TV in common areas
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Direct access to the beach
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
Banquet hall
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 124.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 40 for adults and from AUD 20 for children
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 124.00 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Green Island Resort
Green Island Hotel Cairns
Green Island Hotel Cairns
Green Island Resort Resort
Green Island Resort Green Island
Green Island Resort Resort Green Island
Frequently asked questions
Does Green Island Resort have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Green Island Resort?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Island Resort on 24 Mar 2026 start from ₹27,165, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Green Island Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Green Island Resort?
This resort doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Green Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Green Island Resort?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Green Island Resort located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Green Island resort is within a 10-minute walk of Green Island National Park and Green Island Jetty. Nudey Beach and Welcome Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Green Island Resort Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 362 reviews
10 - Excellent
251
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 362 reviews
8 - Good
81
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 362 reviews
6 - Okay
13
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 362 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 362 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
Reviews
8/10 Good
Phillip
6 Nov 2025
Disliked: Amenities
The island was very pleasant, especially after the day visitors left.
Phillip
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Maryam
28 Dec 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
first of all, the staff have been very accommodating and helpful. however i noticed the rooms are outdated with rusts and the pool noticeably unclean. the beach though is amazing, the glass bottom boat tour is highly recommended.
Amazing location and so much to do. Would be helpful for a chest sheet for the tips and tricks to get the best info. Also breakfast want included in our rate and no alternatives
Loved the rainforest vibe of the island! Amazing greenery combined with outstanding beaches and swimming. Going snorkeling with turtles and sharks is incredible!
Unlike any accommodation we have stayed at. Right on the island made it a very unique experience. Pricy? Yes but worth it if you need a well earned break.
The resort is small and has a feel of luxury. The room was large and the woodwork in the room was gorgeous. The bathroom was well appointed and the veranda backed on to rainforest. The room felt very private and you are not overlooked by other guests. The pool area was very relaxing and the staff were very friendly. It felt like a private island after the day guests left at 4.30. Highly recommended, you would not be disappointed.
Green Island is a beautiful and peaceful resort set in a tasteful natural habitat. Lots and lots of things to do on such a small island and an excellent location to explore the reef.
We loved our stay in the beautiful apartment and felt quite secluded. Perfect for couples 😍
One of my favourite places to visit - the scenery is stunning - you literally can’t take a bad photo. Daily snorkelling and walks along the beach or through the rainforest. The staff are delightful and don’t miss daily fish feeding followed by sunset drinks after the day trippers leave. Already planning my next stay!
We had a wonderful stay at The Mantra. We booked the spa onsite for a massage and it was amazing. We had a connecting room with the kids and the rooms were so spacious with a wonderful view. Internet was dicey, but we did not care. We asked for 3rd floor even after reading the reviews but we loved it. Staff are wonderful too. The walk to the affiliated restaurant for breakfast was alot in the muggy weather but so good. One of the best buffets we have had and we also had lunch one day there. Fantastic.
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Akane
17 Aug 2024
The rooms were clean. Be careful of the birds swimming in the pool and stealing food from customers' plates in the restaurant. It's a shame that there is very little to do in bad weather.
Akane
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Renee
28 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful island but incredibly overpriced for what it is. The rooms are tired, without basics like a couple of champagne glasses or a wine knife, We had electrical items that didn’t work. $38 for a buffet breakfast which was really basic and fairly tasteless and you could not order a proper coffee with breakfast.. A budget coffee machine that can’t make a flat white and no decaf coffee anywhere on the island. We were directed to the instant coffee sachets. You can have black coffee, black coffee and black coffee from the self service machine that looks like it was made in the 80’s, even though there is a barista coffee machine behind the bar, it was refused. Who doesn’t want a good coffee on the morning?
Absolute bonuses- sunset drinks on the jetty, great dive instructor, beach and location, quiet and ambient evening once everyone goes home. Staff were welcoming and friendly and dinner was off the hook amazing. Must have the barramundi spring rolls and kangaroo. Our dinner was absolutely worth every cent!
All in all a great stay but just overpriced for the stay and breakfast. .
Renee
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
31 Dec 2024
Disappointed.
If you are in cairns just for the Great Barrier Reef, then maybe you are better off just staying in a nice resort and going by boat and checking out the reef and coming back. The green island resort is definitely eco-touristy in the sense that it is on the island but the number of tourists that come during daytime is insane during peak periods and you feel like u r in a Disney theme resort. It was nice that we could come back from our snorkel tour, take shower and immediately take a nap vs. wait for the afternoon boat tour to go back to Cairns. Just not sure if it was worth the nearly 450 dollars or so a night for the room. The food was extra and the dinner choices were not that great, don’t order the naan eggplant. Oyesters had gone bad. We enjoyed the Salmon and the risotto. The breakfast choices were good and the kids enjoyed it. The dive shop snorkel tour was very convenient and extra price. Clarissa was a marine biologist and we did the glass bottom tour with her and she almost salvaged our trip.
If I were to do this again// would stay at a better hotel for that price in Cairns/ book all trips thru the main land.
You also need lots of bug spray if you want to enjoy the national park and want to walk thru it. It’s a paved path and I am glad they are preserving it.
In terms of the GBR itself — definitely nothing like it in terms of the biodiversity. I have been to Galapagos and Roatan, and am glad I had the privilege to see this as well.
Hope this helps.
Gem of a place that allows for beautiful scenery and snorkeling while not requiring an additional flight to the Great Barrier Reef.
Beth
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Roger
14 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful, unique island, great staff, friendly. Reef suites are a classic design and spotlessly clean and spacious. Terrific snorkelling off beach beside pier, on the fringe and outer reef. The various reefs ARE in great shape with healthy coral and myriad fish. Dive shop team led by the extraordinary Craig, are outstanding. Emerald Restaurant's current food offering is expensive and virtually inedible. This was our 5th, five night stay on Green Island. Everything, except the restaurant met our high expectations. Resort is not viable unless the restaurant and food offering on the island are dramatically upgraded to competitive global standards.
Overall great stay. Menu options could be improved to match the captive audience pricing! Not a deal breaker but step up the game a little. Would certainly return!
Our 5th or 6th stay. The resort is clean, quiet and peaceful! The team did everything they could to make sure we had a lovely 10 day stay. Many thanks for making it special for us.
Marine life was wonderful. Marine land and Melanesia were good. Amazing to see crocs up soo close. Room was excellent, food was very good. Bigger or changing menu would have been nice. Very expensive place to visit but also a very nice place.
Service is done by backpackers - lazy! Food is below average and Uber expensive.
This resort is way over priced - they seriously need to lift their game.
Delightful 1 night stay. Id go back. Not sure for more than 1 night. But perfect for a night.
Dinner was splendid. Far better than we expected. Delicious for an islans restaurant. Breakfast satisfactory and hotel manager very empathetic with a bit of an issue we encountered with work at home - and did whatever she could to help us resolve it.
Room was comfy, tidy and as youd expect.
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