Hayman Island in the Whitsundays
Hayman Island has developed a reputation for excellence that has lasted for generations. The island has seen several different resorts and owners over its long history but the quality of the experience has always been first class. The American author, Zane Grey planted the first coconut palm on Hayman Island in the 1930's when the island was home to a game fishing club. Sir Reginald Ansett owned the island for a period and built the Royal Hayman Hotel which became an icon in the Australian accommodation scene and since then the island has seen total redevelopment and become part of the leading hotels of the world group. Although the resort at Hayman is thought by some to be a little dated, its true quality always shows through. The acres of marble, hectares of swimming pools, four restaurants and excellent accommodation always wins over its guests. Hayman Island is about quality and style and these are two quality's that the staff at Hayman Island know a lot about.
Hayman Island is located at the northern end of the Whitsunday islands which lies of the central Queensland coast. it is accessed by ferry services from Hamilton Island and from Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour on the mainland. Guests usually arrive in the region by air from southern capitals or from Cairns in the north. Transfers are available from Hamilton Island airport or from Whitsunday Airport near Proserpine. Helicopter transfers are also available.
Hayman Island guests come here for many reasons. A short break or relaxing holiday is the primary one and the resort is second to none in providing ideal holiday conditions. There are dozens of activities to participate in. The swimming pools are legendary. On the beach there are lots of things to do. Paddle skis, sailing catamarans, jet skis, fishing tinnies and dozens of other things are just waiting for you. Every year there are hundreds of weddings and honeymoons that take place here. The island employs a dedicated wedding planner to take over all the details for you and you only have to choose the locations for the wedding ceremony and the reception. Facilities include a beautiful hilltop chapel with spectacular ocean and island views, a white Rolls Royce and beautiful garden settings for your photographs. The catering staff at Hayman Island will take care of all your reception requirements.
if you are planning your first trip to Hayman Island, you have a special treat waiting for you.
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