Lizard Island Resort

5.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and white sand beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Yoga
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Sports facility
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • All inclusive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Pmb 40, Lizard Island, QLD, 4871

What's nearby

  • Coconut Beach - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Marlin Bar

About this property

Lizard Island Resort

Boutique all-inclusive hotel by the ocean
At Lizard Island Resort, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a library, and 2 bars. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and motor boating. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Express check-out, beach umbrellas, and a front-desk safe
  • A gift shop, motorized watercraft on site, and massage treatment rooms
  • Beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at Lizard Island Resort feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite 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 onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Sailing
Snorkeling

Land activities

Tennis

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 2 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Motorized watercraft
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 15 2025 to March 10 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 9 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Lizard Island Resort All Inclusive
Resort Lizard Island
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

Does Lizard Island Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lizard Island Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lizard Island Resort?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lizard Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lizard Island Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Lizard Island Resort?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, and more.

Where is Lizard Island Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lizard Island hotel is steps from Coral Sea and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Coconut Beach.

Lizard Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at this gorgeous property. The beach suite was perfect, great location with ease of accessibility to everywhere on the property. The views are spectacular & the ocean is even better! We find the staff to be engaging, enthusiastic, and very friendly. Of course, snorkeling in the various options around the island are not to be missed. Meals are first class and creative, delicious and we also love the flexibility of the daytime menu for lunch alternative if you're running late or just want a snack. We hope to return again and again thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
The amazing home reefs and the expertise of the staff showing it to you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lizard Island Luxury
Beautiful location, unparalleled water-sports and dining menu and best of all is the top-notch service of the team
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dedre, Evanston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Khanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mat, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel and service. Great location and many activities available on the island. Food was superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, but be prepared for limited cell service and internet availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
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.