ORPHEUS ISLAND LODGE

ORPHEUS ISLAND LODGE is a hotel located in ORPHEUS ISLAND, QLD, ORPHEUS ISLAND, AUSTRALIA. Expect upscale amenities, quality service and a premium experience.

Located just 80km north of Townsville, amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, the island stretches across 11km of immaculate turquoise coastline, and comprises of a pristine National Park and surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park. Access is either via a 30 minute helicopter journey from Townsville, or a 1.5 journey from Cairns.With a unique ambience and a beautiful balance between contemporary and minimalist island aesthetic, all accommodation types ensure utter comfort in a laid-back luxe setting. The newly refurbished accommodation offers natural colour schemes, blonde timbers, crisp white linen, 32 inch LED TVs, iPod docking stations and Daintree Essentials guest amenities to ensure a tranquil sanctuary for you to unwind in, whilst private terraces boast Coral Sea views, languid sea breezes and serene Orpheus sunsets. option of King or Twin bedding is available upon request.Best suited to the islands tropical environment, Orpheus offers a light, contemporary and daily-changing menu that showcases the riches of the region. Celebrating a bounty of locally-sourced, wholesome and freshly caught and grown seasonal delights, each meal tells a tale and promises to stimulate both the mind and palate.Modern contemporary low rise building blending in to the natural environment.Guest arrive and taken straight to their rooms where the check in process is completed.Located amidst the magical waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Orpheus is a secluded hideaway accommodating just 28 indulged guests. Accessed by helicopter transfer, the island?s location ensures absolute seclusion and serenity. Showcasing a plethora of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Orpheus? dive sites are a diverse marine wonderland; the local waters are a fisherman's playground; and guests can take the helm of a motorised dinghy and discover the many private beaches that fringe Orpheus. Not to be missed is the signature Dining with the Tides experience, an intimate degustation dinner under a starlit canopy on the island?s jetty.Accommodation rates are inclusive of all gourmet meals, selected Australian wines and beers, a daily Orpheus experience (snorkelling, fishing, island cruises), and unlimited use of motorised dinghies, paddle boards, kayaks and catamaran.Please note all return helicopter island transfers must be booked directly with Orpheus Resort on +61 7 4777 7377 or email reservations@orpheus.com.au Helicopter transfers ex Townsville cost $580 return per person, and ex Cairns cost $1,410.00 per person. Children under 3 years of age are free. Over 3 years of age will be charged full person rate as seat is required. Guests are restricted to a maximum 15kg of luggage.