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Via Gladstone, 72 km Off The Coast of Gladstone, Heron Island, Heron Island, QLD, Australia
Experience nature at its best on Heron Island, world famous for its spectacular coral reef and a sanctuary for an extraordinary variety of marine life. This natural coral cay provides a genuine eco-tourism experience, a unique opportunity to witness the magic of the worlds largest coral reef. Heron Island provides an incredible opportunity to experience sleeping, playing and exploring a coral cay in a World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. At Heron Island Resort, you are not simply a hotel guest, you are a guest of nature sleeping, playing and exploring a protected sanctuary overlooking the Great Barrier Reef. All accommodation, ranging from rooms set amongst an ancient Pisonia Forest that serves a sanctuary for marine birds and beachside rooms steps from the water to the larger Beach House and Point Suite, offer relaxed, low-key comfort and immediate access to crystal clear waters teeming with nesting turtles, reef fish, turtles, rays, reef sharks and more. Heron Island caters to all level of marine enthusiasts with 20 dive sites easily accessible by boat within minutes of the jetty. The most popular activity is snorkeling straight off one of the stunning beaches onto the Great Barrier Reef or onshore, join a guided nature walk or star gazing tour, be pampered with a signature therapy at Aqua Soul Spa or head to Baillies Bar, the ideal location to enjoy the panoramic reef views.
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Heron Island. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on October 11, 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Heron Island:$239/night
Cheapest price found:$199/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$223 - $263
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$231 - $252
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Where to stay in Heron Island

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About Heron Island

Arriving on Heron Island feels like stepping into a postcard. The cay is marooned in the Coral Sea and surrounded by sugar-white sand, turquoise water and a vibrant reef. Snorkel and scuba dive on the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef or simply relax on the beach and enjoy the Queensland sunshine.

Things to do in Heron Island

The waters surrounding Heron Island are a sanctuary for marine life. Just metres from the shore, you can snorkel with tropical fish and explore rainbow-coloured coral gardens. The crystal-clear water makes it easy to spot turtles, reef sharks and manta rays cruising by.

Heron Island is a diver’s paradise, with more than 20 sites a short boat ride away. Heron Bommie, a 900-year-old underwater coral mountain, is one of the most iconic dive sites in the world. With depths ranging from five to 18 metres, it’s amazingly accessible. The site is teeming with marine animals, including magnificent manta rays and brightly-painted sweetlips.

The interior of Heron Island is shaded by ancient Pisonia trees. If you can drag yourself away from the beach, there are beautiful hiking trails to explore. Learn more about the unique history, flora and fauna of Heron Island on a guided nature walk. Early morning beach walks are a unique chance to watch turtles nesting in the sand. After dark, the sky lights up with thousands of twinkling stars. Stargazing tours are a fun way to learn more about constellations in the Southern Hemisphere.

The luxury hotel on Heron Island offers plenty of opportunities for pampering. Indulge in a signature therapy at the spa or sip cocktails at the oceanfront bar.

Getting around Heron Island

Heron Island is 70 kilometres off the coast of Queensland. Access is via boat or helicopter. The closest commercial airport is in Gladstone, with regular flights to Brisbane. Boat transfers between Gladstone and Heron Island take two hours.

Facts about staying in Heron Island

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  • What are the best hotels in Heron Island?

    Heron Island Resort, rated with a score of 8.1 from 873 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Heron Island. Other top stays include Wilson Island, with an average rating of 9.7 from 22 reviewers.

  • How much do hotels in Heron Island cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around $224/night is normal for a hotel in Heron Island.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Heron Island?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Heron Island hotels have prices starting from as low as $224/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Heron Island?

    The cheapest month to book a hotel in Heron Island is May ($223). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Heron Island is February ($263).

  • What is the cheapest day to book a hotel in Heron Island?

    The cheapest day to stay in Heron Island is Tuesday ($231). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $252.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Queensland?

    In addition to Heron Island, travelers opt to visit Brisbane when visiting Queensland. Surfers Paradise is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Heron Island?

    In total, there are 2 hotels to choose from in Heron Island, compared to 22,713 properties in Queensland.

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