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20 Whitsunday Boulevard, 4803, Australia
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Qualia Resort
4.5 of 5 stars 259 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Plunge pool(17)
  • Whitehaven beach(11)
  • Very nice(9)
  • Golf buggy(8)
  • Other guest(7)
  • Yacht club(5)
  • Windward pavilion(4)
  • Day bed(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • Room service menu(3)
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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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71 reviews 71 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Couldn't be better”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
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From landing at Hamilton Island you are spoilt, what an amazing property absolutely beautiful. Attention to detail was second to none and I am comparing to the Guanahani on St Bart's, our pavilion suite was huge and beautiful with our own private pool, the bathroom was enormous, bed supper comfort, what a good job they have done, o and the trees and flowers superb reminds me of the four seasons on the Big Island Hawaii, only downside it rained everyday, the dinner restaurant was unbelievable service perfect with a very professional hostess who was on the ball and polite, breakfast also full of yummy choices, love driving the little buggys around town, huge buzz.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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UK
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Absolutely fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Qualia is absolutely fantastic and the only disappointment of our stay was that it was only for 3 nights and we would happily of spent another few days there. There is not loads to do but more than enough for a week or so if you are looking to relax. We consider ourselves well travelled and generally stay in top quality accommodation and without a doubt we would say Qualia is exceptional. The restaurant is very good, the views are stunning and the only slight gripe we could have is that the service at breakfast was sometimes a little "laid back" or maybe a bit dis-organised. Yes it's true, Qualia is not cheap, but we think you get what you pay for. If we come back to Australia we will return without a doubt.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Canberra, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Brilliant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Stayed for 2 nights for our honeymoon in a Leeward pavilion. Everything from the greeting at the airport with the cool towel, to the complimentary Bollinger on arrival at the truly magnificent Long Pavilion to our own pavilion was amazing. Truly a holiday we won't forget.

I would definitely recommend having at least one meal in the Long Pavilion. My partner had salmon that just melted in your mouth. I had two types of beef which were sensational. Breakfast each morning here was also exceptional.

We also highly recommend having a beach drop off with a picnic, that was a highlight of our whole trip.

Only issue I had was on two occasions I was incorrectly charged. The first regarding a tasting session was rectified after I brought it up, but the second I only found out after returning from the rest of our holiday. Hot tip - check your mini bar on arrival to make sure everything is there, otherwise you may end up paying for missing items which you didn't use. I don't expect either of these issues to happen at a place like Qualia, which has left a slight sour taste in my mouth among the otherwise wonderful service and facilities that were provided.

Despite all the great things about qualia I agree with other reviewers that the price is a little too steep for what you get.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Hamilton Island, General Manager at Qualia Resort, responded to this review
2 February 2012
Hello Dutchy99,

Firstly, I’d like to personally congratulate you on your recent marriage and thank you for choosing qualia as your honeymoon destination. We often see newlyweds honeymoon at qualia as a special way to start the rest of their life together and we like to make their experience particularly special. I’m delighted that you were happy with the service you received and that you were able to take advantage of our beach drop off service for a romantic picnic on the nearby private beaches.

I’m sorry to hear about the unknown charge regarding your mini bar. Our housekeeping staff regularly check and restock the mini bars and it is our policy that if items are missing from the mini bar, they are charged to the room. If you’d like to send us an email with the details of your stay and the unknown charge, we are happy to investigate. The email address is reservations@qualia.com.au.

We’re honoured that you chose to put your trust in us for such an important occasion and I’d love to welcome you back sometime soon.


Kind Regards,

Michael Shah
General Manager
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Seattle, Washington
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“40th Birthday Get-Away”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Qualia is AMAZING. I laughed to see there were actually "horrible" reviews, shocked! We went for 5 nights and it is one of the best of places on earth (and we travel a TON). We did not have the best weather, but we are from Seattle so hey, a litlte rain and clouds don't bother us. The service was incredible and the wine/food - to die for! It was seriously some of the best food and we have a high bar. The room was FLAWLESS -- literally the most insane hotel room I have ever seen (even topped our pool from at the Capri Palace Hotel.

I cannot recommend this location highly enough - absolutely gorgeous, 5 star meals (the fresh orange juiice alone was heavenly. Definitely check out Whitehaven Beach as well - stunning!

We can't wait to go back someday!!!

*We went in 2008, but that was not an option below, but just wanted to make sure I am accurate in my timing/review! tnx

Room Tip: definitely get a plunge pool and a view.
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  • Stayed February 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Hamilton Island, General Manager at Qualia Resort, responded to this review
30 January 2012
Hi ecthegreat,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of qualia. I’m particularly glad to see that although 4 years have passed, you still have such fond and vivid memories of your stay! We hope to welcome you back to qualia soon to see some of the refinements that we have made to the qualia experience such as our ‘Talk & Taste’ educational dining events and Aesop skin products in all of our rooms. You may be pleased to know that Whitehaven Beach is still as stunning as it was 4 years ago with its white sand and pristine beach.

Whenever it is, my team and I look forward to providing you with an experience that surpasses the memories of your previous stay at qualia.

Michael Shah
General Manager - qualia
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“Didnt want to leave....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

I spent 4 wonderful nights at Qualia recently (Early Jan)
Definitly every cent well spent, i kept looking around and just saying "Wow".
We were greeted at the airport with a cool water, greeted at the hotel with a lovely glass of champagne. Plus another bottle on ice in our room.
The room was to die for, we have even considered building our own house similar. The relaxing outdoor bed and plunge pool was the greatest. We loved having baths looking out over the water.
The breakfasts were amazing, the pancakes were the best i ever tasted, so rich and filling but not oversweet. Just perfect. Most hot afternoons were spent by pebble beach, beautiful cold drinks bought to us, lovely shady huts if it is too hot and sunny!
We are definitly planning another trip, it was certainly the greatest place i have ever been to!

Room Tip: It is a little bit pricey but definitly go for the rooms with plunge pools.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Qualia Hotel Hamilton Island
Address: 20 Whitsunday Boulevard, 4803, Australia
Price range (per night):* 857 AUD - 1,301 AUD

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