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Orpheus Island Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star resort with a spa, connected to the airport

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Private beach, beach towels, beach massages, scuba diving
South Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Billiards
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Orpheus Island National Park, Palm Island, QLD, 4850
  • Little Pioneer Bay Beach
  • Orpheus Island National Park
  • Cattle Bay Beach
  • Palm Island, QLD (PMK)

Room options

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North Beachfront Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

North Beachfront Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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South Suite | View from room

South Suite

  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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South Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

South Room

  • 497 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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North Beachfront Suite | Living area | 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

North Beachfront Suite

  • 602 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

North Beachfront Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Living area | 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite South

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

South Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Interior

North Beachfront Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Palm Island

On the beach.Your stay at this Palm Island resort places you within a 10-minute walk of Cattle Bay Beach and Little Pioneer Bay Beach.
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Getting around

  • Palm Island, QLD (PMK) - 9 min drive

About this property

Orpheus Island Lodge

5-star resort with a spa, connected to the airport
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. At Orpheus Island Lodge, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like snorkeling and scuba diving.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This Colonial resort also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace.

This 5-star Palm Island resort is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Orpheus Island Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. 32-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Gwandalan Day Spa has couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Piano
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable/satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.59 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Orpheus Island Lodge is accessible only via helicopter. Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Townsville Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via helicopter. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact Northern Escape Collection Reservations in advance using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. Daily scheduled helicopters transfers operated by Nautilus Aviation are subject to availability and payload restrictions. Luggage in excess of 15 kg/person (one small bag) may incur a fee and a private helicopter charter may be required. All helicopter transfer payments are made through Orpheus, on behalf of Nautilus Aviation.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 28 and February 28.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 400.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 800 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 17 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.59 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Orpheus Island Resort
Orpheus Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Hotel
Orpheus Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Resort All Inclusive
Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Hotel
Orpheus Island Resort All Inclusive
Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Lodge Resort
Orpheus Island Lodge Palm Island
Orpheus Island Lodge Resort Palm Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Orpheus Island Lodge to the airport?

Orpheus Island Lodge is 3 mi (9-min drive) away from the Palm Island, QLD (PMK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Orpheus Island Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Orpheus Island Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of AUD 400.00. per person, one-way.

How close is Orpheus Island Lodge to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Orpheus Island Lodge offer free breakfast?

Orpheus Island Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Orpheus Island Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Orpheus Island Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Orpheus Island Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Orpheus Island Lodge have a pool?

Orpheus Island Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Orpheus Island Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Orpheus Island Lodge have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Gwandalan Day Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, facials, and body treatments.

How close is Orpheus Island Lodge to downtown Palm Island?

Orpheus Island Lodge is 4.1 mi away from Palm Island.

Orpheus Island Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing will go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

PeteSheff, Townsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was amazing; the staff were amazing; and the chopper ride was amazing. A great place to get away and relax (and feel spoilt).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020