Fitzroy Island Resort

On Fitzroy Island, about 29 km off Cairns and roughly 45 minutes by ferry, this beach resort sits inside the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Steps from Welcome Beach and a short walk to Nudey Beach, it's the island's only resort and a gateway to Fitzroy Island National Park, reef snorkeling and rainforest walks.

Roughly 100 contemporary rooms, suites, beach cabins and studios mix coastal comfort with simple, modern touches — air conditioning, LCD TVs, desks, electric kettles and private bathrooms with toiletries and hair dryers. The vibe is rainforest-meets-coast, with walking tracks up to a summit and lighthouse, native birds (including sulphur‑crested cockatoos) and on-site features like an indoor cinema and a Dive & Adventure Centre.

Large pool with a swim-up bar plus indoor and outdoor pool options, spa and massage services, a games arcade and a resort mini-market. Water activity options include a dive school, snorkeling, kayaking, glass-bottom sea kayaks, aqua jets and mini‑submarine experiences — a family-friendly base for reef and rainforest adventures. Ferry transfers and a shuttle service are available.

Event space includes a conference centre and meeting room (about 200 m²/2,153 sq ft), plus a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry. Wireless internet access is available across the resort.

Enjoy local cuisine at Zephyr and other on-site restaurants, grab coffee at the café, or unwind with drinks at the poolside bar and Foxy’s Bar. Buffet breakfasts are offered daily for a fee, with menus that lean into fresh island and regional flavors.