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8.5 / 10 Guest Rating

Heron Island

Great Barrier Reef, Heron Island, au

Heron Island - main view

About the Property

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience the ultimate comfort at Heron Island Resort with bright rooms featuring stunning views and all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay, including beach towels and sun umbrellas.

Exciting Activities
From free snorkeling lessons to guided reef walks, there's never a dull moment at our resort. Explore the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef with diving and snorkeling tours organized by our tour desk.

Indulgent Relaxation
Unwind and pamper yourself at our day spa with rejuvenating massages and facials, or enjoy delicious dining options at Shearwater Restaurant overlooking the Coral Sea. End your day with cocktails on the terrace or in the cozy Pandanus Lounge.

Book your stay at Heron Island Resort now and make unforgettable memories in this tropical paradise!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Heron Island is accessible by boat and helicopter from Gladstone. The boat transfer will depart Gladstone Marina for Heron Island at 09:30 daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays. The return boat transfer will depart from Heron Island at 12:45 daily, except Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Heron Islander will not be operating on Christmas Day, 25 December. The cost of the transfer on the Heron Islander is AU $99 per adult each way and AU $80 per child each way. Please contact the Heron Island Reservations Team to book your boat transfer or inquire about the cost of a scenic helicopter transfer. Please note there is no mobile phone coverage on Heron Island. An Environmental Management Charge (EMC) of AU $8 per person per day (for guests 5 years and older) to a maximum of AU $24 per person per stay will be charged direct to guests. Price is subject to change.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.5
Excellent776 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great snorkeling and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.4
Room Quality7.8
Amenities8.9
Value for Money7.8
Food and Beverage7.4
Overall Experience8.9

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ChrisgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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ChrisgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 16, 2026

"Wow"

10.0

The property was excellent, our only issue if we had to find one was the restaurant menu very very limited only 4 choices of mains

Excellent

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JohnauAU
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 12, 2026

"Perfect (except for the restaurant food) and room fan not being fixed for the duration of our stay."

8.0

Free activities. Staff very friendly. Not having internet, mobile or TV was a bonus. Wildlife was very accessible. Weather was great.

Food in the restaurant was consistently below average (bearing in mind there was no alternative). Should have done better given cost of food. We had a broken fan in our room which was reported on day 1 but never fixed. This is in the context of February heat and no air conditioning.

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RainaauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 11, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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StefaniedeDE
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 10, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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GronwalddeDE
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 10, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Wunderschöne Insel, tolle Natur, viele Schildkröten, Rochen und Haie beim Schnorcheln, Hatchlings am Strand - einfach ein Traum!

Keine Klimaanlage im Zimmer, viele (große) Spinnen. Da die Insel ein Vogelparadies ist (was sehr schön ist) gibt es logischerweise viel Vogelkot (unangenehmer Geruch) - absolut normal, aber haben wir vorher nicht drüber nachgedacht.

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DarrylauAU
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 7, 2026

"Heron Island is a fusion of tropical sea life and stunning scenery experienced from the comfortable, well maintained r"

10.0

The room on the beach The bar and dining room Reception Organised activities Everything!!!!

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PAMELAgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 3, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Unique location focussed on the natural world. Well organised snorkelling and turtle watching trips. Guides were very knowledgeable and there’s plenty to see!

Breakfast is expensive with only a full buffet option.

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Sujith reddyauAU
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 27, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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SebastiandeDE
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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