Lizard Island Resort

5.0 star property
Lizard Island beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges, private beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Yoga
Sports facility
Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shops/newsstands
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 43.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Pmb 40, Lizard Island, QLD, 4871

What's nearby

  • Coconut Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • Marlin Bar

About this property

Lizard Island Resort

Situated by the ocean, Lizard Island Resort is a great choice for a stay in Lizard Island. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with body wraps or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

All-inclusive

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (non-alcoholic beverages included)
Limited gourmet or à la carte dining

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkelling

Land activities

Tennis

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 40 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property is on an island and requires transfer by charter aircraft. Luggage is limited to 55 lbs (25 kg) per person, including hand luggage. Excess luggage may be secured at no charge at Hinterland Aviation.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (9 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Kayaking
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Private beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Lizard Island Resort is listed in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 15 February 2025 to 28 February 2025 (dates subject to change).

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Lizard Island Resort All Inclusive
Lizard Island All Inclusive
Lizard Island Hotel Lizard Island
Lizard Island Resort Hotel
Lizard Island Resort Lizard Island
Lizard Island Resort All Inclusive
Lizard Island Resort Hotel Lizard Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Lizard Island Resort currently open?
This property is closed from 15 February 2025 to 28 February 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Lizard Island Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lizard Island Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lizard Island Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Lizard Island Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Lizard Island Resort?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Lizard Island Resort.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lizard Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Lizard Island Resort and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, snorkelling and scuba-diving. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Lizard Island Resort also has 2 bars and a private beach, as well as a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Lizard Island Resort?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers beachfront dining and ocean views.
Does Lizard Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Lizard Island Resort like?
Lizard Island Resort is located a short 1-minute walk from Coral Sea.

Lizard Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Campbell, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The amazing home reefs and the expertise of the staff showing it to you!
Lisa, 5-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lizard Island Luxury
Beautiful location, unparalleled water-sports and dining menu and best of all is the top-notch service of the team
john, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lizard island is incomparable for the beauty of its ocean cove, the excellence of its staff and accommodations, and the wonderfully creative locally sourced meals. The highlight is the great snorkeling (and diving) on it’s healthy reefs.
Dedre, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing luxury resort. Everything from the dining experience to range of actives was top notch. The entire staff (lodging, dining, activities) were friendly and helpful. The stay included a range of actives (included) from guided walks, guided snorkeling, yoga, naturalist talks, and mixology classes. The dining experience was amazing. The chef easily catered to dietary needs. Several beverages are also included. The local reefs were easily accessible from the resort beach and very healthy. Inner and outer reef charters operated every other day. The boat crew was attentive and knew the best sites to visit based on conditions.
Lisa, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Experience
Wonderful experience. Perfect location for the blend of bushwalking and exploring of remote beaches and swimming on the reef all the while being hosted in beautiful accommodation with amazing eating experiences. Excellent wines and super attentive friendly staff. A credit to Australian tourism. Perfect holiday for a couple.
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alison, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Couples trip
Amazing island vacation. The resort is on the smaller end which made it great to have lots of privacy on the various beaches. Service was outstanding, everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The snorkeling was great and the hike to the top of the island provided amazing views. Overall we had a very relaxing stay and would definitely come back!
Khanh, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

You pay for location and experience, not amenities
The resort has the advantage of being on a fantastic, quiet and immensely beautiful island, with white sandy beaches in the middle of the great barrier reef. Great snorkeling at the doorstep, surrounded by nature. No day tourists. What you’re paying for are the location, the service (staff is extremely friendly and attentive) and the quietness. If you want a luxurious room with private pool etc. you’re in the wrong place. The rooms are a nice size with view of the bay and a balcony (even the garden rooms we were in). They are not luxurious though, and the bathroom (shower and toilet part) was even pretty basic and run down. New showerhead with good pressure though. It’s the service at the bar and restaurant as well as the beach club which makes this a luxury place though. You get taken to any beach on the island (as far as tides allow) either by the team, or you can take your own little dinghy (both complimentary). Food is great, a good selection of drinks is inclusive, snorkeling gear hire is included. All great there. Also communication is good on what’s included and what is not. All in all a great experience. Can only recommend it
Mat, 6-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location and resort
This is a fabulous location and resort. Of course, the reef is the star attraction (and it is glorious), so the resort's varied activities capitalise on that to make the most of it. Plus, very comfortable, good food and great service. It's a terrific package, justifying the high cost.
Robert, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Hotel
Had a incredible stay at the lizard hotel. I will admit its extremely expensive and a bit over the top, but it was worth it for the location. Location to the great barrier reef is amazing. I am a scuba diver and the main reason was visiting the outer reef. It did not disappoint. The food was fantastic. Rooms were nice comfortable and clean. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. It wasn't very crowded when I was there so most of the time we had a private beach to ourself! The dinghy rental/beach picnic is a must. My husband also enjoyed exploring some of the other beaches and going to cooks look. We dont usually spend this much on a hotel, but since we wanted to do the great barrier reef and see cod hole w/o doing a live aboard this was the perfect option for us.
Meg, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel and service. Great location and many activities available on the island. Food was superb!
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to the Reef with Fabulous Food
Wonderful location IN the Great Barrier Reef. Low occupancy our 5 days so no hassles about booking services. Food was FABULOUS as advertised. Certainly a luxury at the rates. But probably the most relaxing four days of my life.
Charles, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect in every way
This is a one of a kind destination. They offer diving, snorkeling, hiking, sunset cruises, private beaches, swimming with turtles, educational tours, wine tasting, bird watching etc. It is also wonderful to just lay on the beach in front of your room. Everyone is so busy that the beach is usually empty. They offer about 6-8 dining choices and will accommodate any dietary restrictions. The service is really wonderful too. I think the staff really make this place top notch.
Kate, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel on the Great Barrier Reef
We had an incredible time here, a once in a lifetime experience! We felt like we were on a deserted island but with every amenity you could wish for. The resort is beautifully set out along the shoreline & into the hills just above with amazing views over the ocean. The food was excellent & the staff were always willing to help or advise. Wish we could've stayed a bit longer.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, but be prepared for limited cell service and internet availability.
4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Gorgeous but below expectations
Overall experience was severely lacking for a property at this price point. While Lizard Island certainly lived up to expectactions as a unique haven for getting close the Great Barrier Reef, too many things jus didn't add up. For a property with only 40 rooms, we expected hightly personalized service and received exactly the opposite. Not a single staff member (except the manager) knew our names, preferences, or seemed to care. Orders were taken multiple times and even then not correct. They were friendly enough, but didn't seem adequately trained and thus the service level felt like that at a large chain hotel. The food quality (it is all included) was excellent, but selections extremely limited. One of two more choices, or better yet the ability to provide preferences prior to arrival would have elevated the dining experience beyond the faily ordinary meals that it became. Restaurant setting was magical, however, and the included wines were very smart choices. We had a sunset view room, and the villa was large and very comfortable at first glance. However, the shades didn't close completely, so it was impossible to sleep past daybreak. Housekeeping was the same as the restaurant standard, very impersonal and not timed well to match the obvious times we were out of the room. We didn't have any specific problems, but when you pay these rates feel that a high standard expectation is justified.
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10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente!!!
Hotel excelente!!!! Maravilhoso, atendimento fantástico, boa estrutura, comida boa, tudo bom
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

Resort a beira do mar com cor d'agua azul claro
Local paradisiaco. Resort 6* com equipe atenciosa e profissional.Corais nunca vistos antes. Sensacional. Culinaria gourmet, vinhos de bom padrao. Clima em Setembro ameno, sol diariamente. Acesso por voo panoramico a partir de Cairns.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lizard Island
O máximo!!
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