Lizard Island

Like Nowhere Else

Secluded within a National Park, enriched with diverse Australian wildlife and bounded by private beaches paired with personalised service – Lizard Island is truly like nowhere else. A luxury lodge of Australia, and the only luxury resort located directly on the Great Barrier Reef, your all-inclusive stay will be the experience of a lifetime.


Rooms, Suites & Villas

Lizard Island presents elegant, yet understated Great Barrier Reef accommodation in a variety of rooms, suites and villas. All of our resort rooms and suites offer serene luxury and a private location in which to enjoy your stay. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in each of the resort’s guest rooms and at dedicated areas across the resort.

The House- Stay in secluded laidback luxury. Experience a stay on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef from this stand-alone elegant three storey, three-bedroom property with adjacent Guest Cottage as a fourth bedroom, offering direct beach access via sandy paths and complete seclusion within the rocky bush terrain.

The Villa- The cliff top location provides you with the ultimate privacy and stunning ocean vistas whilst the Villa’s interior delivers on space and understated elegance - perfect for couples and families.

The Pavilion - The Pavilion sits alone on the point of Sunset Ridge with commanding panoramic ocean views. Glass sliding doors opening onto a majestic wrap around deck and infinity plunge pool to create a sense of being “as one” with the outdoors.

Beachfront Suites - Set along the natural arc of Anchor Bay, the Beachfront Suites are designed to offer uninterrupted beach access.

Oceanview Plunge Pool Villas - The stunning location provides access to a collection of secluded beaches and the luxury of your own private plunge pool.

Oceanview Villas - The stunning location provides access to a collection of secluded beaches and one of the Island’s greatest vantage points to watch the majestic sunsets.

Gardenview Suites - The lush and tropical landscape hugs these rooms and offers natural, meandering pathways to guide you directly onto Anchor Bay Beach and the Beach Club. With a separate bedroom and living room, this suite is spacious and conveniently close to the Lodge where Saltwater Restaurant and Driftwood bar are located; a short distance further is the pool and Essentia Day Spa.

Gardenview Rooms - The lush and tropical landscape hugs these rooms and offers natural, meandering pathways to guide you directly onto Anchor Bay Beach.

Restaurants and Bars at Lizard Island - Gourmet Food & Wine

Enjoy a variety of restaurant and dining experiences at Lizard Island, from gourmet meals with seascape views to deluxe picnics on a private beach. With daily changing menus that draw inspiration from the local environment, you will be presented with gourmet food and a fine selection of wine, Champagne, beer and spirits throughout your stay. In addition to your daily dining which is included in your nightly rate, there are several other culinary experiences to enjoy.

Signature Culinary Experiences -- Great food and drinks is just what we do on Lizard Island, our culinary and cellar teams have a passion for creating the very best culinary experiences where the food and wine is elevated to new heights.

Salt Water Restaurant -- Salt Water is like no other restaurant with its openness creating a natural extension of the beautiful surrounds of Lizard Island.

Driftwood Bar & Wine Cellar -- In the evening, enjoy pre-dinner drinks at Driftwood Bar where you’ll get the chance to reconnect with others you may have met throughout the day, or simply enjoy a drink and watch the sunset.

Degustation Beachside Dining -- Two private gazebos are perfectly positioned on the shore of Anchor Bay, commanding spectacular views of the nightly sunsets. Here in this private setting, you will enjoy a 7-course degustation dinner with perfectly matched wines. Our Executive Chef will meet with you personally to design a menu to suit your occasion and tastes.

Private Beach Excursions -- Select your own refreshments pack the night before your planned excursion and the following day, take a private dinghy and motor to a beach of your choice - or have one of our Marine team drop you off and return later to collect you.

Marlin Bar -- We invite you to stroll down the boardwalk and enjoy a casual evening at The Marlin Bar. With wonderful cocktails, beverages, light casual meals and friendly service on offer, join us to take in a magnificent sunset or simply unwind in this unique setting.


Lizard Island Day Spa Retreat - Essentia Day Spa Awaits

Essentia Day Spa is nestled in amongst the white sands, palm trees and turquoise waters of the Coral Sea; a sanctuary “to be” present in oneself, to de-stress, to pause from the world and unwind with spa rituals that have been thoughtfully designed to harmonise mind, body and soul. Our decadent rituals and treatments utilise the pure, organic and Australian-made range iKOU. Enjoy sensory experiences that not only deeply relax, but connect you with the true heart of this ancient land.

Experience Lizard Island on the Reef, on Land or in the Tranquility of the Spa

Guided and self-guided activities include snorkeling, diving, paddle boarding, kayaking, hiking, visits to the Lizard Island Research Station, tennis under night lights, morning yoga on the beach and indulgent spa treatments.