Qualia, Great Barrier Reef
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
Situated on the secluded northern-most tip of Hamilton Island, qualia is owned by Bob Oatley, a winemaker and award-winning sailing enthusiast who is passionate about showcasing his country’s superb natural beauty. Among the eucalyptus trees, individually designed pavilions look out on the expansive sea and the landscaped Australian bushland. qualia’s activities team is on hand to organise catamaran tours, sailing lessons, sunset cruises, snorkeling trips and private charters to the breathtakingly beautiful Whitehaven Beach and the legendary Great Barrier Reef. Back at qualia, the blissful spa offers hot stone “Bularri Yarrul” massages. In the romantic restaurant eyes are drawn to the Coral Sea outside, where the island-dotted horizon is mirrored in the infinity pool edging the length of the room. The restaurant specializes in imaginatively presented modern Australian cuisine, featuring superb local organic produce and complemented by Bob Oatley’s wine from the extensive cellar. ...Read more
Australia, Hamilton Island