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Palm Bungalows

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Catseye Beach

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Beach nearby
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3 Resort Drive, Whitsundays, QLD, 4803
  • Place, Hamilton Island Wildlife
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catseye Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamilton Island Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef)
    ‪17 min walk‬

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Bungalow | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bungalow

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Whitsundays

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Whitsundays hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Hamilton Island Marina and Catseye Beach. Hamilton Island Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km) and Conway National Park is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Spa Wumurdaylin - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hamilton Island Bowling Alley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hamilton Island Wildlife - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catseye Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hamilton Island Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reef View Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pool Terrace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reef Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria and Gelato bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bob's Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Palm Bungalows

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Catseye Beach
As a guest of Palm Bungalows, you'll find 4 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a sauna. There's a restaurant 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.

You'll find a business center on site. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Palm Bungalows. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An area shuttle within 2 kilometers and a roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times are free. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Whitsundays hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Palm Bungalows offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Whitsundays hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with pay movies. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Reef View Hotel
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  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,002 reviews
$278 nightly
The price is $308
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 km
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 48 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 1.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 48.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Palm Bungalows
Palm Bungalows Hamilton Island
Palm Bungalows Hotel
Palm Bungalows Hotel Hamilton Island
Palm Bungalows Resort Hamilton Island
Palm Bungalows Resort

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palm Bungalows to the airport?

Palm Bungalows is 0.7 mi (3-min drive) away from the Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palm Bungalows?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palm Bungalows on Jun 29, 2026 start from $286, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Palm Bungalows have an airport shuttle?

Palm Bungalows offers a free airport shuttle, available from 6:30 AM to 8 PM at scheduled times.

How close is Palm Bungalows to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Catseye Beach and 18.7 mi (241-min drive) from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palm Bungalows offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Palm Bungalows, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 48.00 per person. It's available every day from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Palm Bungalows?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palm Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Palm Bungalows?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Palm Bungalows have a pool?

Palm Bungalows features 4 outdoor pools.

Does Palm Bungalows have a restaurant?

Palm Bungalows is home to Pool Terrace Restaurant, which features a poolside location.

Does Palm Bungalows have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palm Bungalows to downtown Whitsundays?

Palm Bungalows is 4.3 mi away from Whitsundays.

Palm Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 561 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Holger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort but lack of restaurant capacity
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pools were great. We did not have a beach view from our bungalow
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

The staff we excellent, main hotel a short walk, bungalows were slightly dated but we liked that! All round great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annabell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, great location, very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Lovely Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean and complete. Service is perfect, the toilet is ugly lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to amenities, Sweet wildlife
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good room, nice and clean. House cleaning arrived at 8am which seemed really early and the pool isn’t on site which is a bit of a shame.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Thuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are top notch nice and friendly. Responded to a task very promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Dimitri

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall was ok but way too many bugs (spiders, roaches) and lizards.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cardiff

It was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our bungalow was fabulous, clean and had a lovely deck with hammock. Aircon kept it beautifully cool. Would recommend, close to all amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting and staff were very attentive and lots of options for dining on the resort on nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura-leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, pools, playground. Spacious rooms. Great for families
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bungalows are in the perfect spot right in between the beach and marina. Easy stroll to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Little Bungalows

We had a lovely stay, great for our little family. Our 9 year old slept soundly in the pull out bed. Staff always friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation with friendly staff, we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful team working there, super friendly and great location to transport
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Wenzao

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a bare minimum property. It’s very noisy when it rains at night. There was gecko on the wall inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful amount the wildlife and able to cook in kitchen
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely bungalow a short walk to the beach with loads of wallabies outside. The hammock on the deck was great too. The only negatives are the room and bathroom are quite basic and could do with a refurb. They forgot to collect our bags on the check out day but did rectify this quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did a helpful helpful job taking the luggage from reception to the bungalow and booking me on an airport shuttle for my departong flight. It was also nice to see kangaroos nearby and they were great doing the cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025