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Orpheus Island Lodge

5.0 star property
Beachfront resort in Palm Island with spa, outdoor pool

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Located on a private beach, Orpheus Island Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with breathtaking ocean views. Unwind at the poolside bar, indulge in spa treatments like body wraps and facials at Gwandalan Day Spa or explore the surrounding waters through snorkeling and fishing activities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Why we love this property

Secluded beach resort
Discover a private island resort with a sandy beach. Enjoy snorkelling and kayaking, or indulge in beachside massages and dining.
Spa sanctuary retreat
This resort offers a full-service spa with couples treatment rooms and garden relaxation. Guests indulge in aromatherapy, massages, and body treatments.
Seaside colonial elegance
Surrounded by the natural splendour of a national park, this luxury resort offers a colonial aesthetic with a private beach, garden, and marina.

Room options

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North Beachfront Room

North Beachfront Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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North Beachfront Suite | Living area

North Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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South Room

South Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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South Suite | View from room

South Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

North Beachfront Room

  • Sleeps 2

North Beachfront Suite

  • Sleeps 2

South Room

  • Sleeps 2

Suite South

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Map
Orpheus Island National Park, Palm Island, QLD, 4850

Getting around

  • Palm Island, QLD (PMK) - 9 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 46.5 miles/74.8 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Orpheus Island Lodge

Orpheus Island Lodge offers a private beach where you can get a beach massage, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving, snorkelling and sailing. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps and facials. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A marina, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this luxurious resort.

All-inclusive

This resort is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 units
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via Helicopter to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 1.59 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Orpheus Island Lodge is accessible only via helicopter. Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Townsville Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via helicopter. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact Northern Escape Collection Reservations in advance using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. Daily scheduled helicopters transfers operated by Nautilus Aviation are subject to availability and payload restrictions. Luggage in excess of 15 kg/person (one small bag) may incur a fee and a private helicopter charter may be required. All helicopter transfer payments are made through Orpheus, on behalf of Nautilus Aviation.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Ecotours
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Pool table
  • Fishing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 10 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Recycling

Special features

Spa

Gwandalan Day Spa has couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

On-site venue – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Fusion cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 400.00 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.59 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 17 costs AUD 800 (return)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Orpheus Island Resort
Orpheus Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Hotel
Orpheus Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Resort All Inclusive
Hotel Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Hotel
Orpheus Island Resort All Inclusive
Orpheus Island
Orpheus Island Lodge Resort
Orpheus Island Lodge Palm Island
Orpheus Island Lodge Resort Palm Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Orpheus Island Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Orpheus Island Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Orpheus Island Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Orpheus Island Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Orpheus Island Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM on request. The charge is AUD 400.00 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Orpheus Island Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Orpheus Island Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, sailing and fishing. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours and helicopter/aeroplane tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Orpheus Island Lodge also has a private beach, spa services and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Orpheus Island Lodge?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers al fresco dining and Fusion cuisine.

Does Orpheus Island Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

What's the area around Orpheus Island Lodge like?

Orpheus Island Lodge is a short 9-minute drive from Palm Island, QLD (PMK) and 9 minutes' walk from Little Pioneer Bay Beach.

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