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Tangalooma Island Resort

4.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools, near Tangalooma Wrecks

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On the beach, white sand, sailing, kayaking
Deluxe Villa, Beach View (Unserviced) | Beach/ocean view
Resort Unit | Living area | TV
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Unwind at Tangalooma Island Resort, an eco-certified haven near Gheebulum Kunungai National Park. Soak up the sun on the white sand beach, indulge in spa treatments or savor Asian cuisine at one of 3 restaurants. Take advantage of sailing and volleyball activities or explore shopping options on site.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pool

Room options

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Resort Unit | 1 bedroom, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Resort Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 376 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Tangalooma Island Resort is in Tangalooma, a neighborhood in Moreton Island. Fort Cowan Cowan and Champagne Pools are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gheebulum Kunungai National Park and Mount Tempest. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Tangalooma Wrecks. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Moreton Island, Off Brisbane, Tangalooma, Moreton Island, QLD, 4025

What's nearby

  • Tangalooma Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Desert - 6 min drive - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tangalooma Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fire & Stone - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tursiops - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whalers Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Tangalooma Island Resort

Upscale eco-certified resort near Gheebulum Kunungai National Park
Located close to Tangalooma Wrecks, Tangalooma Island Resort provides a grocery/convenience store, shopping on site, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and kayaking, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment or a facial. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Asian cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like sailing, volleyball, and basketball. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and self parking (surcharge)
  • A ferry terminal shuttle, supervised childcare (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, electric kettles, and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 37 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Beach BBQ
  • Beach Cafe
  • Coffee Shop
  • Fire and Stone
  • Tursiops Buffet

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Facials
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The listed service fee comprises the ferry cost. Guests are automatically booked on the 12:30 PM ferry from Brisbane to Tangalooma on the day of arrival, and on the 2:30 PM ferry from Tangalooma to Brisbane on the day of departure. Ferry transfers depart from Holt St Wharf in Pinkenba and are payable on arrival according to the listed transfer service fees. Guests must contact the resort prior to arrival to choose an alternative ferry time. Guests may also choose to book their own ferry tickets.
This property has occasional scheduled power outages. Guests who require continuous power supply for life support equipment must notify the property 96 hours prior to check-in.
This property hosts events throughout the year, including cruise ship arrivals. On these dates, tours and activities may not be available. For more information and specific event dates, please contact the property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 25 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 37.00 for adults and AUD 25.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 20.00 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25 per stay
  • Service fee: AUD 94 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Tangalooma Island Resort
Dolphin Resort Tangalooma Wild
Hotel Tangalooma Island
Tangalooma Beachcomber / Driftwood Hotel Moreton Island
Tangalooma Island Hotel
Tangalooma Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Tangalooma Island Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Tangalooma Island Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tangalooma Island Resort?

Self parking is available for AUD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Tangalooma Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tangalooma Island Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Tangalooma Island Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tangalooma resort is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Gheebulum Kunungai National Park.

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Tangalooma Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 766 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 766 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 766 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 766 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 766 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lots of fun activities, and nice accomodation. really need to step up the food offerings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

zeel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants in the resort had variety of options for different dietary requirements
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing location! The beach is stunning and the wildlife is incredible. Sunsets were something special! Very close to Brisbane and easy to get to. Very comfortable rooms with great views. Lots of activities to keep everyone entertained. Not a huge range of dining options on Mondays and Tuesdays but we were only staying a couple of nights so that was ok. Please buy some new tennis racquets and balls!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family holiday destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning place, beautiful beach , relaxing and ideal for a holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and views, stunning water, More variety of food options should be a available as there isn’t much options available
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAXINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tangalooma is a hidden gem just over an hour by ferry away from Brisbane. The island resort is fantastic, with tours and activities for everyone. Feeding wild dolphins is incredible! The staff are all wonderful and there is nothing you can fault about the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Excellent trip , can’t wait to return again ..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for family holidays, general facility are lack of maintenance, like courts, lobby etc. But outdoor space are great. Activities are expensive but unique experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place lots of fantastic activities to do ;)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Beaches were beautiful! Loved it all
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A

Everything was idealic The Northern tour was the highlight.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. The unit was a little tired but the location was incredible and better than we could have imagined. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

MT

Bed is too soft.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with so much to do, staff were so friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I liked the tropical, relaxing atmosphere. The grounds were well maintained and the staff were friendly. Loved our stay and we’ll definitely be back 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

YONGSEON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
My family really enjoyed Tangalooma. It was nice trip!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so lay back and relaxing. The staff were all so friendly and polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the island! A great getaway for a few days and so close to Brisbane! Plenty to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Towels

We stayed 2 nights at Tangalooma but could just get towels for one day. New once for the second day would have cost extra ☹️ Would be nice to get clean once for the nights depending on the days you stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in Tangalooma! It was beautiful and so much to do! Great customer service and loved the eco rangers and photography staff on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great, activities were excellent. The only down side was the BBQ - they over cooked the fish and it was tough, yes fish tough
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Chips and more chips

Staff are enormously friendly but the menu choices are limited and often run out. I think only one or two dishes come without chips. Could use a couple more options. Outlook is beautiful beach is clean and accessible to most.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in apartment next to the jetty. Staff are amazing, very helpful. Booking activities were easy. The only downside was the rooms were not very sound proof.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024