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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Hamilton Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hamilton Island has to offer.

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When to visit Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island in June
Estimated hotel price
$430
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hamilton Island in June
Estimated hotel price
$430
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hamilton Island

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Hamilton Island include Air India, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Hamilton Island departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car hire from Townsville, which is about 255 km from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Budget and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Townsville.

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Hamilton Island include Air India, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Hamilton Island departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car hire from Townsville, which is about 255 km from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Budget and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Townsville.

Airports near Hamilton Island

PPPProserpine Whitsunday Coast
MKYMackay
HTIHamilton Island

Airlines serving Hamilton Island

United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (439 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hamilton Island

From 5-star hotels such as the Beach Club to great affordable options like the Palm Bungalows, Hamilton Island offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $659 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,219 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hamilton Island

Most booked hotels in Hamilton Island

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Seclude Rainforest Retreat
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
$339+
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Beach Club
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$808+
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Whitsunday Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$414+
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Hamilton Island Holiday Homes
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$553+
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Palm Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$439+
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Reef View Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$411+
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Hiring a car in Hamilton Island

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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