Heron Island Travel Guide

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Heron Island Resort

Heron Island Resort

3.5 out of 5
Via Gladstone Heron Island QLD
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The price is ₹18,249 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹18,249
₹20,255 total
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Heron Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a private beach and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (312 reviews)
It's an outdoor resort on a secluded island with abundant wildlife. I would (and have) still absolutely recommend, but i think it's good to know going into it. It is not a brand new resort but it is not in bad repair and doesn't feel run down. Everything about the experience more than makes up for ...

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Heron Island Resort
Wilson Island

Wilson Island

4 out of 5
Wilson Island Wilson Island QLD
Stay at this beach lodge in Wilson Island. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach and daily housekeeping.
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
To say this stay was phenomenal would be an understatement! We weren’t sure exactly what to expect on the island before we arrived but we were pleasantly surprised by everything. Travel was very easy on the ferry with a prearranged ticket and a person to greet us on Heron Island. We were then picked ...

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,112 reviews)
We had a two bedroom ocean suite with an uninterrupted view of the ocean. Unfortunately the windows were quite dirty so couldn't see really clearly. The window washing was about to start though so a timing thing. The rooms and beds were comfortable enough. The lounge wasn't very comfortable ...

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,581 reviews)
All good.

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Whitsunday Apartments
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street Brisbane QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,302 reviews)
Central location. Easy check in and a great apartment

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
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Popular places to visit

The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station

Explore the campus of The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station during your travels in Heron Island. Wander the marina or discover the area's coral reefs.

The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station