Fitzroy Island Resort

Located on Fitzroy Island, a 45-minute boat transfer from Cairns, Fitzroy Island Resort provides direct access to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The 5-star property offers rooms with options ranging from air-conditioned beach cabins to penthouses, featuring marble bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies with views of Welcome Bay or rainforest. On-site dining includes Zephyr Restaurant, serving modern Australian cuisine, and Foxy's Bar & Cafe for casual meals by the beach. Guests can snorkel in shallow coral reefs just off the shore, join guided tours like the Glass Bottom Boat excursions, or hike trails to Nudey Beach and the historic lighthouse. The resort supports conservation efforts, including the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre and coral nursery projects. Fitzroy Island Resort provides complimentary Wi-Fi in common areas and organizes weekly activities, including kids' programs and marine biology sessions.

The resort is a PADI-accredited diving center with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef for snorkeling and scuba diving.

Family-friendly with a kids' playroom, guided educational activities, and shallow reef access ideal for beginner swimmers.

Eco-certified operations, including partnerships with reef restoration programs and a ban on single-use plastics.

Multiple dining options, including an alfresco restaurant and beachfront bar with locally sourced ingredients.

Direct boat transfers from Cairns operate daily, with luggage storage available for early arrivals.

Wi-Fi is limited to common areas and may not be available in all rooms.

Stinger jellyfish are present between October and May, requiring precautionary measures for water activities.