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Family Room (Reef Family Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard Room (Reef Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Room (Turtle Family Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Basic Room (Turtle Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Beachside Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Heron Island Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Coral Sea. You'll find features such as a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

  • Enjoy a beachfront location while dining at Shearwater Restaurant
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with manicures and pedicures, deep-tissue massages or facials at the spa
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, helicopter/aeroplane tours and kayaking
  • Just a 4-minute walk from The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station and 6 minutes on foot from Heron Island Dock
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service available for a fee

Heron Island Resort ratings based on 3 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 2.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Heron Island Resort

Everyone (3)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Nov 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

14 Jan 2024 by Heron team :)

Thank you Anita

5 out of 5

Posted by on 4 Feb 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

14 Feb 2020 by Lisa

Thank you for your fantastic review.

2 out of 5
Heron Island selber ist fantastisch und eine Reise wert. Das Hotel ist aber in die Jahre gekommen und überteuert. Das Essen war auch nicht gut, aber teuer

Posted by on 4 Aug 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Aug 2018 by Karen - Public Relations Manager

Thank you Anonymous we appreciate you sharing that your found Heron Island 'fantastic' and worth the trip. As our team is committed to continuously improving the Resort experience for our guests we also appreciate your comments which are currently being reviewed by our management team. Heron Island Resort is currently undergoing a full refresh of the property to better meet our guest's expectations.

Property Features

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. At Heron Island Resort, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace. Parking is available for a fee. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Heron Island resort.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • On private beach
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Heron Island Resort offers 112 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • Fridge
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

Shearwater Restaurant – This restaurant is located on the beach. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the resort include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snorkelling on site
  • Ecotours on site
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours on site
  • Boat tours on site
  • Scuba diving on site
  • Kayaking on site

Spa Services

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open selected days.

  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Steam room in spa
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Guests must transfer via boat or helicopter to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in, please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

There is no cell phone service at this property due to its remote location.

This property is accessible by boat or helicopter. Boat transfers are available at 9:30 AM from Gladstone to Heron Island on Friday-Monday and Wednesday. The required fee for boat transfers is AUD 85 per adult and AUD 45 per child each way. On Tuesday and Thursday, access is only available via helicopter for the listed transfer service fee amounts. On December 25, access is only available via helicopter.

To get to the property, guests need to transfer by boat or helicopter. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. Heron Island Resort offers transfers from the ferry terminal (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

This property uses a grey water recycling system

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Grey water recycling system
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Smoke detector

Fees

The listed destination fee is charged for a maximum of AUD 21 per person, per stay.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 25 per day (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: AUD 11 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Heron Island Resort
  • Heron Island Hotel Heron Island
  • Heron Hotel Heron
  • Heron Island Resort Resort
  • Heron Island Resort Heron Island
  • Heron Island Resort Resort Heron Island

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.