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An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A boat on turquoise water with a beach and buildings in the background.

1. Daydream Island Resort

3.6 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Colin

NZ$414

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain in the background.

A modern indoor space with round tables and chairs, a pool table, and a bar area.

A balcony with a wooden chair and table, a book, and a glass of water.

2. Reef View Hotel

15.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Richard

NZ$509

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

A hotel with multiple floors, a beach in the foreground, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the sea and mountains.

A spa area with a hot tub surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.

3. Whitsunday Apartments

15.5 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Germain

NZ$590

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A swimming pool with orange lounge chairs, a white fence, and a multi-story building with balconies.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.

A coastal view with numerous sailboats on turquoise waters, palm trees, and a distant mountain.

4. Airlie Beach Hotel

11.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Lynette

NZ$259

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and boats.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a view.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant island.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

5. Coral Point Lodge

3.8 km from Sandy Bay Beach

John

NZ$227

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A wooden deck with wicker furniture overlooking a beach and ocean.

A pathway leading to a beach with a view of the sea and mountains.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, wicker furniture, and a stone fireplace.

A tropical beach resort with a sandy beach, palm trees, and a clear blue sea.

6. Palm Bay Resort

7.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Jane

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean with boats.

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a few sailboats.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.

7. Mirage Whitsundays

13 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Rachel

NZ$606

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a pier, and multiple boats in the water.

A woman sitting on a swing overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sunset.

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the sea, featuring a wooden deck, white walls, and tropical plants.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, a view of the sea, and a ceiling with wooden slats.

8. Coral Sea Resort

11.8 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Despina

NZ$505

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with white chairs.

A modern living area with a sofa, dining table, and kitchen.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

9. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

7.7 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Declan

NZ$150

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, seating arrangements, and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

10. Mantra Club Croc

13 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Georgie

NZ$264

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a coastal area.

A spacious lobby with wicker furniture, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the hotel name.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the sea through the windows.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, stone archway, and outdoor seating.

11. The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

10.9 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Peter

NZ$349

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A hot tub with a wooden ceiling and large windows overlooking a turquoise sea.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

A hot tub in a room with wooden ceiling and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a view, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

12. Pinnacles

11.3 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Ben

A poolside area with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by hills and clear skies.

A large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a sandy beach.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a desk, and two beds.

13. Magnums Airlie Beach

11.5 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Ulises

NZ$125

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A table with four chairs, a glass of wine, and a menu, set against a backdrop of a beach with palm trees and a view of the sea.

A clear view of a calm sea with a sailboat in the distance, surrounded by tall palm trees.

14. Beach Club

15.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Bretton

An aerial view of a coral reef with clear turquoise waters and a heart-shaped formation.

A wooden deck with a hanging chair and a small table, overlooking a turquoise sea and palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and thatched-roof huts.

An aerial view of a tropical beach with dense forest, clear turquoise waters, and a small resort area with beach huts and a boat.

15. Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat

12.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Kevin

A spacious balcony with a view of the sea and mountains, furnished with wicker chairs and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and white chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black sink, and large windows offering a view of a beach and palm trees.

An infinity pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

16. Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

11.2 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Matthew

A beach with palm trees and a view of the water.

A restaurant with a view of a marina. Tables are set with menus and glasses.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a wooden floor.

A modern building with a unique geometric roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

17. Palm Bungalows

15 km from Sandy Bay Beach

"We enjoyed a room away from the busy main hotel. However, we still had access to the main hotel. We were able to enjoy a simple (and cheaper!) home made breakfast. Coca Chu, Beach House Restaurant (which we tried - excellent!) - easy walking distance. We picked up a community umbrella at Beach House when we were caught out in rain, but would have appreciated if there was one left at our room. Many would find the adjacent buggy park useful, too."

David

NZ$524

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern outdoor pool area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and a view of the sea.

A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea and trees, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern living room with a stone wall, wooden furniture, a pool, and a TV.

A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and mountains. There are several sofas and a dining table in the center.

18. Qualia

13.7 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Jeremy

A clear view of an infinity pool with a view of the ocean and boats.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and tropical landscaping.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a pool area, and lush greenery.

An outdoor wedding setup with white chairs and a draped canopy overlooking a scenic ocean view.

19. at Water's Edge Resort

11.4 km from Sandy Bay Beach

Taylor

NZ$408

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A beach with clear water, boats, and distant hills.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A rectangular swimming pool with blue tiles, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a chair, a bed with a headboard, and a large window.

20. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

10.3 km from Sandy Bay Beach

William

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Top Sandy Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good spot"

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The cabin was just what I needed and very comfortable."

Coral Point Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding views from the stylish room."

6 Bedroom Holiday Home with Private Pool and Ocean Views... Sleeps 16!

8/10 Good

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Picturesque on Passage. The location is great and the view is fabulous! There is some maintenance required at the property (mainly fly screens and doors that need replacing and/or repairing). The top of the fridges needs a good clean and its a bit weird having to walk through a bedroom to get downstairs. Otherwise we were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay."

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

8/10 Good

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Baybliss Luxury 1 Bedroom Apt

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location very quiet, beautiful view would stay again"

Gorgeous three-bedroom, two-bathroom home boasting uninterrupted sea views.

10/10 Excellent

"The most beautiful view."

'Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Retreat

8/10 Good

"he house was really nice, with a great pool, views, and surroundings. Our complaint was that we felt the house was not represented correctly. It worked out for us since we were all adults, but I’m not sure it would suit a family. It is listed as a four-bedroom house, but in fact, it is a two-bedroom house with a detached building that has a further two bedrooms and a bathroom included. There are 19 large outdoor steps down to these rooms, and unfortunately, it was raining most nights, so we got quite wet going to bed. These two downstairs bedrooms are actually one room separated by two steps up and no door, so they are not really two rooms and lack privacy. The back bedroom is quite pokey and claustrophobic. The standard of this downstairs space is not in keeping with the house itself.There was only one hairdryer provided for three bathrooms, the mugs and glasses didn’t match, and there could have been more crockery and cutlery provided. When paying this much for a property, this feels a bit cheap.There are also safety concerns if you had children with you, the porch around the pool is quite tall with no barrier and a drop straight onto concrete below. I don’t know if it is council compliant but it’s a long way to fall on concrete. Overall, while we appreciated the charm of the house and the stunning views, clearer communication about the property’s layout and improvements in safety and amenities would greatly enhance the experience for future guests."

Seascape on Shutehaven

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at this property. The pool is large and perfect for a family, with a great BBQ and seating area. The view from the upstairs windows is stunning and it would be great if the overgrown plants were cut back so you could have this view from the pool.The kitchen is large and has everything you need. There were just a few little things that could be improved, like a wardrobe or chest of drawers for clothes in the upstairs bedroom and the shower screens and windows haven’t been cleaned in a while. Overall, we had a good time away and will definitely visit Airlie Beach again."

Other attractions near Sandy Bay Beach

Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa

6.8/10 (74 reviews)

You can take time to visit Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa during your travels to Daydream Island. Discover the spectacular coral reefs and spas in this relaxing area.

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South Molle Island Golf Course

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Whitsundays at South Molle Island Golf Course. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

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Oyster Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oyster Beach during your trip to Whitsundays?

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Bauer Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bauer Bay Beach during your trip to Whitsundays?

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South Molle Island Jetty

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting South Molle Island Jetty, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Whitsundays. Wander through the beautiful beaches and marina in this relaxing area.

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Paddle Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Paddle Beach during your trip to Whitsundays?

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Sunset Beach

8.4/10 (83 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunset Beach during your trip to Daydream Island? Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

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Our top choices for Sandy Bay Beach hotels

1. Daydream Island Resort

2. Reef View Hotel

3. Whitsunday Apartments

4. Airlie Beach Hotel

5. Coral Point Lodge

6. Palm Bay Resort

7. Mirage Whitsundays

8. Coral Sea Resort

9. BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

10. Mantra Club Croc

11. The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach

12. Pinnacles

13. Magnums Airlie Beach

14. Beach Club

15. Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat

16. Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

17. Palm Bungalows

18. Qualia

19. at Water's Edge Resort

20. Tasman Holiday Parks - Airlie Beach

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Top Sandy Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Coral Point Lodge

6 Bedroom Holiday Home with Private Pool and Ocean Views... Sleeps 16!

BIG4 Whitsunday Islands Holiday Park

Baybliss Luxury 1 Bedroom Apt

Gorgeous three-bedroom, two-bathroom home boasting uninterrupted sea views.

'Vue de Bleu' Luxury Whitsunday Retreat

Seascape on Shutehaven

Other attractions near Sandy Bay Beach

Daydream Island Rejuvenation Day Spa

South Molle Island Golf Course

Oyster Beach

Bauer Bay Beach

South Molle Island Jetty

Paddle Beach

Sunset Beach

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