Australia will soon welcome a new Bali-style beach hotel offering amenities such as a beachside pool, waterside restaurant and lush tropical gardens.
Construction is underway on the $30 million hotel on Hamilton Island, with a grand opening scheduled for fall 2025.
Located on the palm-fringed shores of Catseye Beach, it will feature 59 rooms overlooking the Coral Sea.
Pete Brulisauer, CEO of Hamilton Island, said the hotel was being created with families in mind.
“It will be a place where you can expect an extraordinary experience for all ages amidst the stunning natural beauty of Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef,” he said.
Construction of the $30 million hotel on Hamilton Island is underway and its grand opening is scheduled for fall 2025.
The hotel will have private cabanas around a pool. Additionally, there will be a restaurant and bar on the water’s edge, offering alfresco dining with panoramic views.
Brulisauer says Hamilton Island can be accessed by direct flights in less than 2.5 hours from major cities on Australia’s east coast.
As a result, there has been a sharp increase in domestic travelers seeking a luxury tropical island getaway without the hassle and time of international flights.
“We also continue to welcome international travelers who want to experience the best that Australia has to offer, such as Whitehaven Beach and the iconic Heart Reef,” he adds.
Hamilton Island is a gateway to the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, including Whitehaven Beach.
On Sundays they will offer 59 rooms with views of the Coral Sea
The project, expected to cost $30 million, adds to the Oatley family’s $400 million investment in improving the guest experience on Hamilton Island since acquiring it in 2003.
Guests can opt for rooms with a balcony or terrace, offering picturesque views of the Coral Sea and the hotel’s lush gardens.
Hamilton Island, acquired by renowned winemaker Bob Oatley in 2003, is a major tourist location thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef.
Since acquiring the island, the family has spent more than $400 million on improvements, including developing the 18-hole golf course on neighboring Dent Island.
The hotel is expected to create more than 100 full-time jobs for the Whitsundays economy.
WHERE IS HAMILTON ISLAND?
Hamilton Island is a renowned resort island located in the Whitsunday Islands, off the coast of Queensland, Australia.
It is the largest inhabited island in the Whitsundays and is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters and a wide range of recreational activities such as snorkelling, sailing and hiking.
It is a prime tourist spot thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef.
Hamilton Island is a major tourist location thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef.