Lizard Island
Where:The Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Why:YOLO
When:March 2017
Who:My version own version of Scuba Steve.
Flying over the turquoise waters surrounding the private island resort.
Spoiled with a three course meal for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The recently refurbished beachside villas are what dream homes are made of.
Long walks on the beach with not another soul in sight.
When can I move in?
The life-blood of the resort... the all-inclusive bar.
The beachfront villa among the palm trees.
The most pimping villa of them all, The Pavillion.
SUPs, kayaks and boats can all be borrowed (free of charge) from The Beach Club.
More perfect than a postcard.
The pristine island is only accessible by boat or a (very small) plane. Not a car in sight!
Highs & Lows
The location is unbeatable. And the colour of that water, need I say more?
Despite being hard to get to and remote, the food is exceptional, especially the seafood which is caught and cooked daily.
The service is second to none - you say jump, they will ask how high (note: we did not ask anyone to actually jump, however, we did always ask for more cocktails).
The beach villas are the ideal place to relax and totally switch off. They are fitted with a daybed on the porch, comfortable armchairs and a bed as soft as a marshmallow.
It is hard to get to. This is part of its charm of course but is another big expense on top of the room rates.
Important Bits
- Type
Luxury lodge.
- Vibe
As idyllic as a deserted island, with all the luxury trimmings you could ask for.
- Location
The in the middle of one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, The Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
- Rooms
16
- Music
Chilled.
- Year Opened
2015
- Designed By
Hecker Guthrie and Richmond+Ross
- Pool/Gym
Some villas have a private plunge pool. But you have the best pool in the world, The Great Barrier Reef, right at your door.
- Restaurant
Yes, and is served lots of freshly caught seafood.
- Bar
There is a bar for guests only, and Marlin Bar where the island’s staff and locals can visit too.
- Minibar
Yes.
- Wifi
Limited WiFi.
- Children
No kids under 10.
- Price
It ain’t cheap! But, it doesn’t get much better.
Snorkel
Lizard Island Resort, Cairns QLD, Australia
You will feel like you’re experiencing ‘Finding Nemo’ in real life.
In the Area
Hotel Location Lizard Island, Cairns QLD 4871, Australia
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