qualia 
qualia offers the ultimate in luxury, privacy and seclusion. All with a distinct Australian experience. qualia is nestled into the secluded northern most tip of Hamilton Island, an island of the Whitsundays surrounded by the unsurpassed beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Built on an expansive 30 acres, qualia's secluded and exclusive location on beautiful Hamilton Island entails 60 luxury hillside pavilions, all overlooking the Coral Sea.
Each pavilion at qualia has been erected with the least possible intervention to the surroundings and consists largely of natural materials such as rough hewn stone walls and hoop pine. Each of the beautifully appointed pavilions offers ocean views with your choice of plunge pool or stunning sun deck.
Guests at qualia, will also enjoy a variety of facilities on offer, including the Spa qualia, a beautiful six room spa. There is also a state of the art gym and yoga centre on the water's edge plus two swimming pools. Guests have a choice of dining in the elegant Long Pavilion restaurant or the more casual Pebble Beach. All nightly prices include non-motorised watersports and the use of a golf buggy for the duration of your stay.
qualia is truly a world class luxury resort offering the ultimate Great Barrier Reef holiday. If you're looking for the most exclusive Hamilton Island accommodation, qualia is the resort for you.
Exclusively for adults - In keeping with qualia's luxury, romantic feel, children under the age of 16 years are not catered for.
Romano`s Restaurant on Hamilton Island will be temporary closing from 01FEB12-16FEB12 for maintenance.
Accommodation
The accommodation design of qualia delivers a feeling of freedom and space with the room size being four times larger than an average hotel room. Each qualia Pavilion encompasses a large outdoor area, living room, bedroom, large bathroom and some feature private plunge pools.
All accommodation at qualia offers uninterrupted views of the Whitsundays.
All Rooms Feature:
- Air-conditioning
- Overhead fan
- Non-smoking rooms
- Balcony/Patio/Sundeck
- Minibar
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Television
- Movies on demand
- CD Player/iPod docking station
- DVD Player
- Internet access - wireless
- Alarm Clock radio
- Bath (separate to shower)
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
- iPod Docking Station
Leeward Pavilion: Facing west, making this the ideal sunworshipper accommodation. Features separate bedroom, ensuite and stunning sun deck. Room size is 90sqm. Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults.
Windward Pavilion: Makes the most of the curve of the northern point of the island delivering stunning ocean views. Features private salt-water plunge pool, separate bedroom and ensuite. Room size is 120sqm. Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults.
Beach House: Absolute beachfront location and set in lush tropical gardens, the ultimate hideaway on Hamilton Island. The main pavilion features the master bedroom and ensuite, a large saltwater swimming pool, ample indoor and outdoor dining and entertaining area plus kitchenette facilities. Also offers a separate freestanding guesthouse. Room size is 240sqm including 2 bedrooms. Bedding is 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults.
Dining
qualia features two restaurants, open only to qualia guests. qualia provides the stage upon which Australia can showcase its exceptional produce and renown culinary talents.
The Long Pavilion: Is qualia's central facility and main restaurant, bar and library. Surrounded by still water pool running along its entire length. Features elegant dining.
Pebble Beach: The informal Pebble Beach restaurant is located by the water's edge. The Executive Chef's passion for fresh and seasonal Australian produce is reflected in the menu, providing contemporary Australian casual lunching at its best. Then relax into the afternoon on the sun-drenched terrace at the beachside cocktail bar.
Private dining and beach dining is also offered.
Bommie Restaurant located in the Hamilton Island Yatch Club will be closed for maintenance from 15 January 2012 - 27 January 2012 and re-open on 28th January 2012. During this time guests can still enjoy beverages on the Bommie Deck however food will not be available.
Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- 2 Restaurants
- Bar
- Spa Facility
- Gymnasium
- Yoga centre
- Concierge
- 2 Pools
- Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
- Foreign Currency Exchange
- Disabled Guest Room (Windward Pavilion only)
- Business Centre
Activities
The following activities are free of charge:
- Kayaks
- Snorkeling equipment
- Hobie Cats
- 17-foot sailing catamarans
- Private Beach drop offs
The following activities are available at a charge:
- Golf
- Dinghy Hire
- Sailing Diving
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Squash
- Tennis
- Target Shooting
- Go-Karting
- Quad Bike Tours
- Parasailing
Diving
Discover the under world of the Great Barrier Reef while staying on Hamilton Island. Day-long Hamilton Island scuba diving excursions head out to Reefworld for submarine rides, underwater PADI dives and snorkel safaris into the intricate coral gardens of the reef.
Day Spa
Spa qualia: For a truly sensory experience, Spa qualia is a must. Ideally situated at the centre of the resort to catch the soft sea breeze and take in the tranquil views of the Whitsundays, the spa is the perfect place in which to indulge and unwind.
Spa qualia's menu is authentically Australian, incorporating treatments that have been thoughtfully designed to rebalance the synergy between mind and body and to capture the essence of Australia and the Great Barrier Reef.
Making use of natural Australian product ranges from LI'TYA and Sodashi, the Spa qualia rituals treat mind, body and soul to a deeper sensory experience.
With six deluxe treatment rooms, Spa qualia is an all-encompassing, sensory experience with additional guest facilities including a relaxation area with steam room and outdoor tropical vichy shower, along with open air yoga and meditation pavilion.
Golf
Tee off beside the Whitsundays at the Hamilton Island Golf Club, one of the world's premier golfing destinations. The course is adjacent to Hamilton Island on its own patch of paradise, Dent Island.
Designed by five-time British Open winner Peter Thomson, it is the only championship course in Australia on its own island. The par 71, 18-hole course is on par with Australia's top golfing destinations for its design, location and facilities. Spectacularly located with panoramic Whitsundays views, the Hamilton Island course will challenge and delight weekend golfers and professionals alike.
Additional Information
Children: qualia does not cater for guests under 16 years
Check In: 2.00pm
Check Out: 11.00am
Reception: 24 Hours
Address: Hamilton Island, Whitsundays QLD
