One&Only Hayman Island

One&Only's Great Barrier Reef property — 166 keys on Hayman Island in the Whitsundays, reopened in 2023 after full renovation.

One&Only Hayman Island reopened in 2023 following a full renovation of the 1950 original property, positioned at the northern tip of the Whitsunday Islands with direct Great Barrier Reef access. The 166 keys split across 120 Ocean View Rooms, 20 Beachfront Villas, 10 Suites with Private Pools, and 1

Key Features

• Private beach access
• Multiple fine dining restaurants
• Spa and wellness center
• Water sports and activities
• Luxurious villas and suites
• Infinity pools and landscaped gardens
• Personalized concierge services

Dining

• Pacific
• Amici Trattoria
• Bam Bam
• Aquazure

Signature Experience

Diving or snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef from the property's own water-sports operation — the island's northern position gives faster boat access to outer reef sites than mainland departures.

Accolades

Silver in the Best 5 Star Luxury Accommodation provider in the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards

Vibe: Great-Barrier-Reef, Whitsundays, Water-Sports, Multi-Restaurant, One&Only-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

One&Only Hayman Island is featured in 6 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Great Barrier Reef

Best time: The best time to visit is from June to October.

Demand: Seasonal demand peaks during the winter months from June to October.

Pricing: Pricing rises significantly during the peak season.

Insider tip: Consider booking private yacht charters for an exclusive reef experience.

Avoid: Avoid January to March due to the wet season.

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