The Sundays Hamilton Island is the perfect place to relax, whether that is as part of an extended Australian itinerary or just for a well-deserved break.
Location:
Located at the northern end of Catseye Beach on Hamilton Island, The Sundays offers a boutique escape amid the Whitsundays’ tropical splendour. It lies just minutes from the island’s marina and centre, and within walking or buggy distance of the island’s small airport, with regular flights from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Rooms:
With just 59 guest rooms, including balcony rooms and interconnected family suites, each featuring a private balcony terrace overlooking the Coral Sea or lush gardens. Interiors are light and contemporary, with coastal tones, natural materials and artworks by First Nations‑Hungarian artist Tiarna Herczeg. Rooms include king (or twin) beds, a trundle or cot option for children, a kitchenette with child‑friendly minibar, microwave and Nespresso machine, and bathrooms with freestanding bath and rain shower
Amenities:
Exclusive amenities include a private swimming pool and cabanas for hotel guests, complimentary Wi‑Fi, room service, and free buggy or shuttle transfers. On‑site spa access, fitness classes, yoga at sunrise, daily ice‑cream sundaes, and moonlit movie nights complete the relaxed luxury experience
Activities:
Guests enjoy complimentary non‑motorised water sports on Catseye Beach including kayaks, paddleboards, catamarans; plus shared island activities: snorkeling, diving, mini‑golf, tennis, and optional helicopter tours to Heart Reef or Whitehaven Beach
Sustainability:
Dining at Catseye Pool Club, emphasises ethical sourcing, whole‑animal cooking and locally‑sourced Australian ingredients. The hotel’s thoughtful design, native gardens, and commissioned artwork reflect an appreciation for the island’s cultural and ecological context
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January
A month of extremely hot weather. Celebrate summer on Sydney’s beaches, explore the Great Barrier Reef, or enjoy the Australian Open in Melbourne. Tasmania is also perfect for hiking in mild weather.
February
Very hot, but lively in the southern parts of the country. Head to South Australia for the Adelaide Fringe Festival or Western Australia for the Perth Fringe Festival. Visit Kangaroo Island for wildlife and dramatic coastlines, or dive Ningaloo Reef for manta rays. Northern end is humid and wet.
March
Things start to cool down in the Southeast: enjoy Melbourne’s food and wine scene, hike the Blue Mountains. Alternatively, head north to spot wildlife in Kakadu as the Wet Season eases.
April
Visit Uluru for clear desert skies, explore Margaret River’s wineries, or catch whale sharks at Ningaloo. Tasmania’s wilderness is beautiful in autumn colours.
May
Ideal for the Red Centre and Top End: cooler and drier. Explore Kakadu and Litchfield. Southern states are great for city breaks in Sydney or Melbourne.
June
Ski season starts in the Snowy Mountains. Queensland offers sunny escapes, from the Whitsundays to the Daintree. Western Australia’s Kimberley region is at its best.
July
Perfect time for whale watching along the east coast. Explore Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, or cruise the Kimberley’s remote gorges and waterfalls.
August
Northern Australia is dry and sunny: visit Darwin’s Mindil Markets, Kakadu, and Arnhem Land. Enjoy stargazing at Uluru or explore the Great Barrier Reef islands.
September
Spring blooms in Western Australia’s wildflower regions. Visit Perth, Rottnest Island, or Margaret River. Sydney warms up, perfect for harbour cruises and coastal walks
October
Great time for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea and whale watching. Visit Tasmania’s wilderness, or explore Melbourne and the nearby Yarra Valley wineries.
November
Early summer brings perfect conditions for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Explore the Great Ocean Road or enjoy wine regions like Barossa Valley.
December
Celebrate Christmas on the beach in Sydney, Perth, or Adelaide. Watch the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Catch the Ashes cricket tournament in either Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Sydney. Tasmania offers hiking, while tropical Queensland is lush and vibrant.
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