Heron Island

Overall, the resort was excellent. Beautiful weather, our family room near the Gantry was great. Comfy beds, good shower, plenty of space. The activities were great, snorkelling was fun and the aquatic wildlife plentiful. The downside? The restaurant. Staff were helpful enough when you could get their attention but the food was usually cold and they run out of so many staples. No potatoes, no gnocchi, no chips. The steaks were the toughest boot leather I've ever eaten and the morning bacon about the same. Sloppy packet scrambled eggs and mashed potato was pretty ordinary also. Everything overpriced given the quality. Then there is the internet access. $25 per day for two devices. Come on it's 2025. Wifi is as basic a provision as hot water. Make it complimentary.

Such an amazing place!! Our family of four stayed four nights (Monday through Friday) and absolutely loved it. We had originally planned to just stay till Wednesday, but having the extra day and a half was so worth it. The only negative thing we had heard before arrival was that the food wasn't great. This wasn't a major concern and turned out not to be true. We tried almost the entire menu and enjoyed everything. I would recommend the pumpkin gnocchi and the mushroom arancini; they were my favorites. Although the menu was slightly limited compared to some restaurants (as expected on an island), I thought there was a good variety and everything was prepared well. The servers were super kind and accommodating. We dove 3 times, and the dive staff and guides were all so amazing. Everyone was incredibly helpful and happy. We had 3 separate SCUBA guides, and they all made sure we had a great experience. The marine life was incredible, so many fish and turtles. Diving with sharks and even a manta ray made for incredible memories. The entire island is beautiful, the staff are all so amazing, and it was an awesome experience overall. It is definitely a place we want to return to!

Heron Island is more than a destination — it’s a soul-stirring experience. The natural beauty is breathtaking, but it’s the people who make it unforgettable. The staff are warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely care, making you feel completely at home. The cuisine is world-class, with beautifully crafted dishes that surprise you with their quality and flavour in such a remote setting. Heron Island is real, raw, and deeply moving. It belongs on every bucket list, not just for what you see, but how it makes you feel.I don’t usually write reviews, but Heron Island genuinely moved me. It’s one of those rare places that touches your soul and leaves you feeling deeply connected to nature, to people, and to yourself.What made it so special wasn’t just the jaw-dropping beauty of the reef or the incredible marine life (though swimming alongside turtles is something I’ll never forget). It was the people. The staff on Heron Island are something else, friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, and so proud of the place they work. Every encounter felt real and heartfelt. It didn’t matter whether we were chatting with the marine guides, the housekeeping team, or the waitstaff, everyone had a story, a smile, and a sense of care that made us feel completely at home, and then there’s the food. Wow. I honestly wasn’t expecting meals of that standard on such a remote island. Every dish felt thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavour. Hats off to both the chefs and the front-of-house team, they’re delivering restaurant-quality experiences in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef, which is no small feat. Dining here became something we genuinely looked forward to each day.Heron Island isn’t flashy or over-the-top. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s remarkable. You come for the nature, but you leave remembering the kindness, the connection, and that quiet sense of wonder that stays with you.If you’re looking for somewhere that nourishes your soul and reminds you what matters, Heron Island should be on your bucket list. I feel incredibly grateful to have experienced it, and I already know I’ll be back. Thank you for the life-changing experience. Yvens Ferraz de Camargo

expensive but worth it . The rooms haven't changed in over 10 years, our 5th visit and a bit disappointing to pay the exy tag for zero luxury . Comfy bed in the wistaria room , the staff over the resort were friendly and mainly helpful except a disappointing reception girl on one occasion . Ange stood out for her help, friendly banter and outgoing customer service . The resort old dated and relatively focused on overseas guests with minimal offerings on off season would be worth a reconsideration if your after variety or options for meals as we were pretty much faced with one restaurant and the prices and offerings are slim and extremely overpriced . Often little on offer if your after any fresh produce like fruit and vegetables... an example a side dish of carrots was $12 , potatoes $15 for fries , a side of roast spuds wth rosemary $12 . add that to a overcooked steak at $47 thats getting up there . Cocktails $25 .00 flat rate . the beaches still pristine , occupancy at our visit was very low whether it's due to the pricing or off season who knows . Pool desperately needs painting , rooms remodelling and towelling thin and ageing .