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Wilson Island

4.0 star property

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Shower, free toiletries, towels, soap
Exterior
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Restaurant

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Wilson Island, Wilson Island, QLD, 4805
  • Place, The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station
  • Place, Heron Island Dock
  • Place, Heron Island Beach

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  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 12 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Wilson Island

When you a stay at Wilson Island in Wilson Island, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Coral Sea and Capricornia Cays National Park. .This all-inclusive lodge is within the region of The University of Queensland - Heron Island Research Station and Heron Island Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Capricornia Cays National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

About this property

Wilson Island

All-inclusive lodge with a private beach and free breakfast
Wilson Island offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This lodge features games, designated smoking areas, and ecotours on site. Recreational activities include kayaking on site, snorkeling on site, and surfing/body boarding on site.
You can enjoy a meal at The Longhouse serving the guests of Wilson Island, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and coffee/tea in a common area.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Longhouse - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

All-inclusive details

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

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Snorkeling

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Longhouse

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • In a national park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Via Gladstone, Heron Island, QLD, 4000, Australia]
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This island requires two transfers. Wilson Island is accessible by boat from Heron Island. Heron Island is accessible by boat, seaplane or helicopter from Gladstone. Boat transfers between Heron Island and Gladstone are available every day except Tuesday and Thursday. To make transfer arrangements,

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Additional fee: AUD 7

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional mandatory fee covers the environmental management fee per guest, per day. The maximum fee charged is AUD 21 per stay.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 10 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Wilson Island Lodge
Wilson Island Wilson Island
Wilson Island Lodge Wilson Island

Reviews

Wilson Island Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute paradise. Staff were great hosts and Aaron is a superb chef.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wilson Island experience was amazing for those who love being emmersed in nature; a huge array of coral and fish, turtles nesting and hatching in their season. Abundant bird life, and visitors must be prepared for the unending chatter from the species who inhabit the island (we loved it!). The hosts were sensational! Nothing too much trouble and they hold a wealth of knowledge about the wildlife (and cocktails!). And the food!!! Our chef was incredible and the food was out of this world. The tent accommodation was good; bed very comfy. Walk to amenities wasn’t too far, and all eco friendly toiletries and sunscreen was available. Due to the number of guests on island we were allocated our own shower room, but there is sometimes a need to share. Overall this was the best holiday experience we have had. Unforgettable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most amazing and special stay

Absolutely amazing. Cannot recommend enough. The staff made it perfect. Such amazing wildlife with turtles in front of the tents and under. Food is amazing. Everything was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful island with top tier service from the staff. The food was divine!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best reef location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wilson Island is the most amazing experience we have had. It is the closest you can get to being stranded on a tropical island but with 5 star service. The staff are extraordinary and everything is perfectly done. The meals are fantastic Totally relaxing holiday and well worth it. Highly recommend adding Wilson Island to your bucket list.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wilson Island is magical. It is simple luxury. Remote, untouched, but with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Nothing to do except swim, snorkel, read, enjoy the marine life and stare at the glorious views. I'll be back a third time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joep

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience on Wilson was second to none. This is truely a private, personable and intimate experience. We were there with only 6 other guest one night and two other guests the other night. There were three people to look after us and the island. The French chef (Alex) took care of all the meals, which were high-end restaurant material. He made special Vegan meals for my wife and I, that were absolutely delicious. Open bar with a great wine selection, and a bottle of Champagne (yes the French and only version) for anniversary and birthday. The glamping tent was located in a beautiful spot. There were kayaks/SUPs to use. The bathrooms were clean and convenient (they are not attached to the tents, and shared if the island is full, we had a private one as there were not many people and could use a spare one too). The corals around the island are in great shape, which makes snorkelling a delight. We did not see too many large fish/rays/sharks, but plenty of reef fish and turtles. The price? High, but I would say worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wilson Island is paradise. Seriously. It is a 5 star eco-sanctuary. It's a bit of a trek from Sydney but the 2 boat rides to get there from Gladstone are pert of the trip. We saw whales as we arrived at Herron Island. On Wilson we swam with 1 m turtles, reef sharks, and gazillions of fish varieties. The fish aren't afraid of people as there are no more than 18 people at a time on Wilson. There were 4 of us. The coral and sand is pristine. Azure ocean. The hosts, Sheree and Alex are a perfect balance of friendly and relaxed, and 5 star service. Incredibly thoughtful and interesting people. Our chef, Prune, worked in a 2 Michelin Star restaurant in France for 7 years. The food was exquisite! We slept comfortably. The view from the tent was beautiful. Couldn't be better. We'll be back again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marylyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing 🏝️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pristine condition of the reef, the high level of friendly service from all staff and the quality of the dinning experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019