The Whitsunday Islands is an umbrella term given to the 74 islands off the tropical coast of Queensland. Quite literally a paradise, the Islands have become a huge tourist hotspot over the years, with notable islands such as Hamilton Island and Whitsunday accepting the majority of incoming visitors.
It’s easy to see why, with stunning natural landscapes, the Great Barrier Reef, beautiful beaches, secluded bays and calm waters at every turn.
If you’re the adventurous type, a holiday here means snorkeling, diving, swimming, sailing, beach camping and bushwalking. If you’re more inclined to sunbathe by a pool between trips to the spa, the islands deliver equally well.
The accommodations are similarly varied to cater to a variety of tastes, especially those looking for something that offers luxury in spades. When it comes to Airbnbs, it can be tricky to find something on the Islands themselves. Most are situated around Airlie Beach or Mount Rooper, which you’ll need to get a boat or ferry from to take you to the Islands.
Hamilton Island is the only island that is capable of accepting visitors, and it’s the only one of the islands with an airport large enough to accomodate commercial aircraft, with direct flights arriving from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns.
Now that Australia is slowly opening back up to domestic tourism, here is our pick of the best Airbnb stays in the Whitsundays.