Fitzroy Island Resort

4.5 star property

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On the beach, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing
Front of property
Ecotours
Penthouse, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Electric kettle
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
$136
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Fitzroy Island via Cairns, Fitzroy Island, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Welcome Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fitzroy Island National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nudey Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪128 min drive‬

Room options

Welcome Bay Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse, Ocean View

  • 2906 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Studio

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Economy Suite - No View

  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Resort Studio - Queen/Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Penthouse Ocean View

  • Sleeps 8

Economy Suite-No View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 4

Resort Studio

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beach Cabin

  • 495 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom Suite

  • 1044 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Island Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 764 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Self Catering Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Resort Studio - Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Welcome Bay Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Beach Cabin

  • Sleeps 2

Island Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Fitzroy Island Resort

4.5-star Fitzroy Island resort with coffee shop/cafe
At Fitzroy Island Resort, spend the day on the beach where you can enjoy snorkeling. Then return for a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Fitzroy Island Resort offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Fitzroy Island Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a grocery/convenience store. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 2153 square feet (200 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury resort also offers a library, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.

Fitzroy Island Resort has designated areas for smoking.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Zephyr - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Foxys Tavern - This beachfront restaurant specializes in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Pool Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Foxys Tavern
  • Pool Bar
  • Zephyr

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (2,153 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat 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 ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Fitzroy Island Resort, Shop 2/1 Spence St., Cairns]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located 45 minutes away from Cairns by boat transfer. Departures from Cairns end at 1:30 PM and return from the island starting at 9:30 AM. Guests should arrive at the listed check-in location at least 1 hour prior to scheduled departure. Check-in should be completed 30 minutes prior to departure, followed by a 7-minute walk to Marlin Wharf Berth 20. Boarding closes 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 55.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 55.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Fitzroy Island Resort
Resort Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Hotel Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Hotel
Fitzroy Island Resort Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island Resort Resort Fitzroy Island

Fitzroy Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1009 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The island is amazing for a few days away. A little makeover of the rooms and some comfortable bedding would make Fitzroy Island Resort a must do destination. Staff are brilliant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing and peaceful, Snorkeling, swimming just on your doorstep. Loads of fish and a surprise turtle snorkel amongst you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefanie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nudey Beach was great. Everything else not so much. 3pm check in, boat got in at 2:30. Room wasn’t available until 4pm. When we arrived to our room it was still dirty. Tried to push free drink cards to make up for the mess. The beds- terribly uncomfortable. The grounds around the resort smelled like sewage. Thought we would splurge and book a nice stay after staying in hostels. I’d take the hostel over this resort. The beach was great but you could do it all in a day without having to stay at this “resort.”
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, isolated island resort which is a 45-minute ferry ride from Cairns. Had originally planned on staying three nights but changed to two prior to booking. The resort is an older property which, while clean and maintained, shows its age with some needed maintenance to return to (what I'm sure was) it's former island oasis status. The access to snorkeling and the great vigorous and scenic 4 km hike were the highlights of the resort. On the other, hand, the isolation and lack of alternative restaurants, made my decision to stay only two nights a good one. I was fortunate to have a spectacular sunset on my final evening. Overall, the resort, with the view from my room, the snorkeling access and invigorating hike with incredible views, was well worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They coral the guests as there is a limited choice of dining unless you pay $35 pp for breakfast or $66 pp for dinner. Terrible experience and the General Manager dodges guests. Worse than Fawlty Towers Total Rip off
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Belinda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

STANLEY

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

Lovely experience with great service

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcial

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was quite of a surprise how nice this place is. The island is beautiful, end even though it’s a small resort you can still keep your self busy for 2-3 days. We enjoyed so much a couple of afternoon at the Frotzy Bar, having some drinks and enjoying the view/sunset. It’s nothing fun y but more than enough to relax and enjoy. The restauran was also amazing, good quality and great test. We got to meet one of the chef, a very your passionate cook!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing, snorkelling the reef, hiking the tracks and relaxing in the sun. The staff were amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Paradise island

The resort has everything you need without feeling too much like a resort. Dinner at foxys and zephyr were great and staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent for a short break from cairns. Snorkelling from the beach was a highlight. Recommend bringing some food over for a picnic though
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Prue

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The island is lovely, very small with nothing to do but enjoy the natural surrounds. Unfortunately the resort has not been well maintained and needs some TLC to bring it back up to what it once was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible from the start. Arrived ant 9am and no towels were provided despite it being an island meant to enjoy water activities. Room was ready at 3 and walked into a horror movie. From bugs to a moldy shower and an odor of furniture more than 20 years old. The air vents around the property were swimming in dust and the fans at FOXYS were rusted to the point of almost falling on guests. For the resort to charge almost 900$ for a room is absolutely ridiculous and insulting. We attempted to eat dinner at their “fine dining” restaurant which was far from “fine dining” as a local from Miami we know what fine dining is. You have to order a minimum of two dishes coming out to 68$ minimum evening if you’re just feeling peckish and order a dish they’ll try to charge you the 68$. Mind you the furniture at this “fine dining” establishment is rusted using plastic chairs never mind the servers are rude and dressed in Tshirts. Will definitely NOT be returning and will be spreading the word internationally.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nelly Oculi, Chifley

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing, we could feel our stress and worries fade away. Would definitely go back one day. Absolutely stunning place to unwind and enjoy the beauty that nature offers!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort on island. Read mixed reviews before booking but was happy with my stay in early May. On days I was there the Conditions were not great for snorkelling but there are daily activities you can do and I hiked all available trails. The lighthouse/summit track is very steep so was challenging but rewarding at top. Wifi was good but dropped one day so just asked reception for a new code and that worked. Friendly and helpful staff. Did turtle recovery centre tour and nature walk. Lovely pool area. Decent food at the bar area further away (forget the name). Beach was nice but beware scraping yourself on (dead or alive) coral! I agree with some reviews that they didn’t seem to advocate much environmental awareness (no recycling for example). A unique experience in a picturesque setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I was very happy about the staff, very thoughtful. Special mention to Rodney and Rachel. I did overhear a conversation in Foxy’s, with a worker and tourist-unpleasant. Apart from that, everyone was amazing and the Electrician was very helpful too. Thank you -my son will not forget his birthday in a hurry. The Up-Grade was Really Appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location was good being close to areas to snorkle and close to the lighthouse and summit. The food at the restaurant was good but there needs to be one or two more food outlets. Checkin would be much better at 10am. 3pm is way too late ! If there is a late check in there needs to be free lockers for luggage and wet snorkling and wetsuits hangers rather than carrying wet gear until 3pm. A ferry at 3pm in addition to the morning one and 12:15 and 5pm ferry would be very much appreciated. Also the rooms have no reading bedside lights. The rooms also face a rock wall, rather than the ocean which is a big shame being on an island.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, the place was beautiful. Our room was mediocre - didn't realize we had reserved one without windows. The snorkeling was great across from the turtle center. Nudey beach is beautiful but the snorkeling there is not nearly as good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was remote and beautiful. It is a small, unpopulated tropical island that is a national park. There were very little food options at the two restaurants and no option to buy snacks or food. It was interesting that there was a full kitchen in the suite but no where to buy food to cook.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adeline

Liked: Cleanliness
The experience was fine - definitely not the most hospitable experience, but it had the basics. I suppose the accommodation was inexpensive so you’re paying for what you’re getting. The island itself is beautiful and is worth visiting, especially to swim, snorkel, and hike.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koji

Liked: Staff & service
Staffs are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawdon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025