Hamilton Island Update
Hamilton Island is a common mid-charter destination when bareboating as it’s a chance to top-up your water tanks, re-stock on fresh provisions and have a night off from cooking.
There is a berthing fee of roughly $245 for a 24-hour berth (11am – 11am) and you are required to berth the boat yourself.
There are a range of restaurants, cafes and takeaway options on the island however many are operating with amended opening hours and a few remain closed. Some restaurants require a reservation and some are only excepting walk-in’s.
Reservations required:
- Pool Terrace (dinner only)
- Sails Restaurant (dinner only)
- Manta Ray
- TAKO
- Romanos Italian
Walk-ins only:
- Pizzeria & Gelato Bar
- Pool Terrace (lunch only)
- Sails Restaurant (breakfast & lunch only)
- Marina Tavern
- Marina Cafe
- Wildlife Cafe
Takeaway:
- Pizzeria & Gelato Bar
- Marina Cafe
- Bob’s Bakery
- Popeye’s Fish & Chips
For restaurant hours or bookings, please click here.
BUGGIES:
Bookings are required well in advance to avoid disappointment.
Keep in mind that Hamilton Island does offer a free shuttle service around the island so a buggy is not required (although they are extremely fun!).
PAYMENTS:
All restaurants and retail outlets are only accepting cashless payments at this time.
Coral Sea Marina – Airlie Beach
If you want to avoid Hamilton Island, you can head back to our base at the Coral Sea Marina.
The berthing fee is $160 for a 24-hour berth (midday – midday) and our friendly team are happy to berth the boat for you.
Heading back to our base means you are able to:
- top-up water tanks,
- stock up on any fresh provisions,
- walk into town and enjoy one of the many restaurants in Airlie Beach,
- swim at the beautiful lagoon.
