Palm Bay Resort
Palm Bay Resort is perfectly positioned in a beautiful cove on Long Island in the Whitsundays. Stunning villas, most offering absolute beachfront, provide luxurious accommodation for those looking for a tranquil and idyllic island retreat. Sip your evening drinks in the Pavilion right on the beach while watching magnificent sunsets, spend lazy hours in your personal hammock taking in the wonderful water views or lounge by the stunning pool, adjacent to the guest dining areas. Indulge yourself with a day spa treatment or simply go for a walk on one of the many walking tracks. A tennis court is provided for the more energetic and beach kayaks for the more adventurous. A variety of external operators offer day trips ranging from visiting the reef, snorkeling, sailing and helicopter and sea plane experiences. With only 25 rooms, no cars or other modern day distractions, Palm Bay offers a naturally beautiful and relaxing retreat from your busy world.
Palm Bay Resort offers a unique holiday experience combining gorgeous Balinese style accommodation dwellings with the convenience and affordability of self-catering.
Beachfront Villas
Similar to the Bure only slightly smaller the Beachfront Villa is the perfect accommodation choice for couples looking for a relaxing, private beachfront getaway.
Neat and bright with a large queen size bed, dining table for two, occasional chair and ottoman, there is plenty of room to relax and a cosy deck with double hammock offers the perfect private escape for winding down and taking in your beautiful surroundings.
Beachfront Villas also offer a light and bright en-suite, air conditioning, ceiling fan, bar fridge, kettle, ironing board and steam iron and a small safe for your convenience.
All Palm Bay Villas include linen and towels, and for longer stays, housekeeping is available upon request.Bures
At Palm Bay Resort we offer three types of Bure giving you the choice of the absolute beach frontage of the Beachfront Bure, the tranquility of the Serenity Bure which offers the calmness of being surrounded by natural foliage while still only a stones throw from the waters edge, or the privacy of our Hillside Bure with your own elevated views of Palm Bay lagoon and the surrounding rainforest from your own wrap around balcony.
Beachfront Bungalows
Beachfront Bungalows are available in one and two bedroom. Both feature an expansive deck with a two person hammock and comfortable Balinese inspired outdoor furniture giving you plenty of space to relax and soak in your beachfront vista over Palm Bay Beach and the lagoon.
Bungalows also include a fully equipped kitchenette containing a bar fridge, microwave oven, stainless steel sink, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger, complimentary tea and coffee plus a good supply of crockery and cutlery. Linen and towels are provided and housekeeping is available upon request.
Hibiscus Suites
Tucked away into the treetops are the beautiful Hibiscus Suites. Elevated and set slightly back from the ocean these beautiful rooms offer privacy and incredible ocean views. Hibiscus Suites are the perfect option for couples looking for tranquility and seclusion offering a private sun deck, additional balcony and a comfortable lounge area for quiet relaxation. Couples can enjoy a luxurious private queen size bedroom with a spacious and bright en-suite, walk in robes and ceiling fan. Linen and towels are provided and housekeeping is available upon request. Everything you need is at your fingertips with a fully equipped kitchenette including bar fridge, microwave oven, stainless steel sink, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger and complimentary tea and coffee. The Hibiscus Suite also offers air conditioning, an ironing board and steam iron and a small safe for your convenience.
Oceanview House
Couples or families can enjoy a luxurious two story, two bedroom house with a spacious lounge, two bathrooms, and ceiling fans. Linen and towels are provided and housekeeping is available upon request. The lower level features one bedroom, bathroom, and private decking, while the upper level has one bedroom, lounge, bathroom, kitchen and full sized decking with BBQ facilities.
Elevated above a flight of stairs, everything you need is at your fingertips with a fully equipped kitchenette including full sized fridge, microwave oven, hot plates, stainless steel sink, cutlery and crockery, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger and complimentary tea and coffee. The Ocean View House also offers air conditioning, an ironing board and steam iron and a small safe for your convenience. The house has a balcony on both levels, with decking furniture, perfect for soaking in the Whitsundays in privacy from above Palm Bay lagoon.Platinum House
The ultimate in luxury resort accommodation; Platinum house is ideal for an exclusive romantic getaway, traveling families with older children, girls getaways, bachelor and bachelorette parties and wedding accommodation. Boasting a king size master bedroom with sunroom, large wall mounted flat screen TV, ensuite and bar fridge plus a second queen sized bedroom with an additional sun room for private relaxation. The Platinum House has a fully equipped modern kitchen, dining and lounge area with large flat screen TV, DVD player and stereo plus a separate laundry and guest bathroom. Perched at the top of a hill overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Coral Sea below you will be able to enjoy the wonderful views from your very own private expansive deck as you relax on the large wooden outdoor entertaining and dining area. Platinum House also offers air conditioning, ceiling fan, ironing board and steam iron, space heater and a small safe for your convenience. Linen and towels are provided and Housekeeping is available upon request.
Island Activities
Secluded beaches, coral reefs & towering hoop pines
Palm Bay Resort provides a picturesque backdrop and in a tropical climate suitable for year round swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing & water sports. We offer a range of free in-house activities for you to enjoy during you stay with us.
Snorkeling
Kayaking
Tennis
Bush walking
Boules
Fishing – $15 per day
All snorkellng gear is available free of charge to all guests staying at Palm Bay and can be collected from reception at any time. Kayaks are stored on our beach and are available and free to use any time day or night. Fishing gear is available upon request and is $15 per day for use. Long Island is also a Rainforest National Park and has a number of bush walking tracks you can wander and safely explore the wonderful island rainforest. The resort is also home to some native forest wildlife including Goannas, Wallabies, Curlews and a variety of other birds and creatures.
For those looking to explore the Whitsunday’s while staying at Palm Bay we are a stones throw from some of the worlds most iconic landmarks including Whitehaven Beach, Heart Reef, the Whitsunday Passage and some of Australia’s most iconic islands including Lindeman, Hayman and Daydream.
Design your own private Whitsunday experience with Paradise Explorer
Discover the region on your very own private boat, Paradise Explorer is an exclusive charter so you can escape the crowds and experience the beauty and seclusion of the region. With a maximum of 6 Adults and no minimum, you can go as a couple, or take the whole family! It is possible to take 8, although 2 or more of these passengers must be children.Southern Lights: Visit three amazing destinations and take the ride of your life!
Each Ocean Rafting day includes an exhilarating ride to world famous Whitehaven Beach, pristine snorkeling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. Super fast, semi rigid inflatable v
vessels allow you to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays.