Hamilton Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hamilton Island has to offer.

When to visit Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island in August
Estimated hotel price
$528
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hamilton Island in August
Estimated hotel price
$528
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hamilton Island

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Hamilton Island from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 46h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car rental from Townsville, which is about 159 miles from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Townsville.

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest flight to Hamilton Island from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 46h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car rental from Townsville, which is about 159 miles from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Townsville.

Airports near Hamilton Island

Airlines serving Hamilton Island

Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,431 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,969 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (926 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (519 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (57 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (553 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (313 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (268 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (319 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hamilton Island

Average rates range from around $387 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,024 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hamilton Island

Most booked hotels in Hamilton Island

Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 401 reviews)
$514+
Palm Bay Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 770 reviews)
$141+
Palm Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 513 reviews)
$249+
Reef View Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1819 reviews)
$245+
Qualia
5 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$1,024+

Renting a car in Hamilton Island

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Intermediate (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hamilton Island, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Intermediate (Nissan X-Trail or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hamilton Island, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.