Qualia's distinctive style combined with sun-drenched location and intuitive service makes it a luxurious resort on world-class standards. It's a truly special place where everything has been meticulously considered to relax the mind and completely spoil the senses.
Nestled in perfect isolation, amongst the islands of the Great Barrier Reef, Qualia and its resort precincts are designed to engage all of your senses whilst making the most of the natural tranquillity.
Island-inspired architectural sculptures in specimen timbers, sandstone and glass, frame the surrounding landscape of Australian Eucalypts and the Coral Sea.
Subtly elegant, instinctively Australian and distinctively Qualia, the resort’s 60 individually designed pavilions flow through to private sun decks and infinity plunge pools overlooking the sea.
Architect Chris Beckingham, has created a lyrical world within a world at Qualia, appealing to the senses as well as the soul.
THE OATLEY FAMILY
The Oatleys are a passionate Australian family who believe in highlighting their country’s superb natural beauty and superlative style for the rest of the world.
It is this vision that is truly realised at Qualia on Hamilton Island.
Qualia was conceived by the late Bob Oatley, renowned Australian winemaker and patriarch of the Oatley family, whose legacy his son, Sandy, and the Oatley family uphold today.
Qualia offers you the indulgent choice of 60 individual pavilions that have been perfectly nestled into the natural environment to complement the unique surroundings.
All pavilions boast stunning postcard views either of the Whitsundays or the spectacular tropical bushland.
At Qualia, Executive Chef Doug Innes-Will cuisine is inspired by the resorts stunning vistas, creating menus that are light, fresh and healthy.
Away from Qualia, experience Hamilton Island’s nightlife at an array of resort restaurants and bars on the island.
Sunset cocktails are served on the Bommie Deck at the Hamilton Island Yacht Club, and waterfront views accompany drinks at the Marina Tavern by the harbour.
For live music, head to the Reef Lounge and Sails.
Prior to Qualia Innes-Will held the role of executive chef 2013-2016 at Spicers Peak Lodge at Maryvale in Queensland, awarded two hats two years running by the Brisbane Times Good Food Guide 2015-2017 and Australia’s Best Culinary Boutique Hotel at the World Boutique hotel awards in 2015.
Loving the relaxed Queensland lifestyle, following his penchant for roles outside major cities, and drawn to Qualia’s destination and experiential offering, Innes-Will began at Hamilton Island’s luxury resort as head chef in October 2016.
There is a comfortable synergy between Qualia’s unique architecture, designed within the island’s natural landscape, Hamilton Island’s business ethics, and Innes-Will’s food philosophy of creating dining experiences with an inherent sense of place through a respect of produce, producer and environment.
Innes-Will says the honest, produce driven Modern Australian cuisine complements the tropical paradise setting surrounded by ocean, and his cooking style.
Dinner is served in the comfort of your guest pavilion when you order a platter to share from Qualia’s premium in-pavilion dining menu.
If the beauty of your pavilion’s Whitsunday views and the tranquil setting of your sunset-lit private deck are too good to leave, you can still enjoy the fine dining excellence of the Long Pavilion and Pebble Beach with in-pavilion dining.
Qualia’s in-pavilion dining menu includes leisurely platters of chef-prepared nibbles to share.
Along with in-pavilion dining, Qualia’s premium pavilion service is intuitive, discreet and personalised, and includes laundry, valet, and concierge services.
11.30h - 22.30h
The peerless setting for dinner at the Long Pavilion is a horizon edged with encircling islands, backlit by the setting sun’s rays.
The fiery reflection lights up the water as twilight turns to velvet night, and candlelight glimmers on polished timber and glass, highlighting crisp white linen napery.
A pre-dinner amuse-bouche might be a tropical fruit cocktail, a Qualia signature to tantalise your palate before dinner at the Long Pavilion, unrivalled temple of exclusive fine dining on Hamilton Island.
Each elegantly presented dish is a work of art, and Long Pavilion fine dining is complemented by premium Australian and imported wines from the restaurant’s superb sommelier-compiled wine list.
Executive Chef, Doug Innes-Will, and his team have refined the Long Pavilion’s menu to showcase the marvellous produce available locally from the Whitsunday region, vegetables grown on island and those found throughout regional Australia.
06.30h - 10.30h
Dinner 18.15h - 21.30h
Sunshine glints off the water at Pebble Beach, and lapping waves set the mood for informal lunchtime dining at its relaxed and laidback best.
Stars of the casual Modern Australian menu are the vibrant ocean-fresh flavours of the South Pacific region, innovatively paired with organic local produce.
The most exclusive of the Hamilton Island restaurants for lunchtime dining, Pebble Beach celebrates Qualia’s island setting as shadows lengthen into the afternoon and chilled cocktails are served by the infinity-edge pool.
11.30h - 15.30h
18.00h - 21.30h
10.00h - 17.00h
11.30h - 16.00h
Wines by the glass or bottle are served at Qualia’s exclusive guest-only Long Pavilion and Pebble Beach wine bars, along with single-malt scotch, port and dessert wines.
Qualia’s climate-controlled wine cellar is stocked with a superb collection of Australian and imported wines: vintage French champagne, Clare Valley Riesling, Chardonnay from the Margaret River region, Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir, Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and Barossa Valley Shiraz.
Sunset cocktails are served on the Bommie Deck at the Hamilton Island Yacht Club, and waterfront views accompany drinks at the Marina Tavern by the harbour. For live music, head to the Reef Lounge and Sails.
Spa Qualia is a sanctuary where you can relax in blissful reverie. Perched high above the Whitsundays it offers the ultimate in anti-stress, anti-aging, detoxifying and cleansing treatments including "Bularri Yarrul", a hot stone massage using 300 million year old stones.
Spa Qualia is placed at the heart of the resort and is perfectly situated to catch the soft sea breezes and take in the tranquil views of the Whitsundays, making it the ideal place to unwind.
Pure relaxation and indulgence starts here with a nourishing mineral rich pearl body wrap and hair and scalp warm oil ritual, chosen to destress the mind and soothe the body.
Wellbeing at Qualia embraces vitality and motivation with a fully-equipped gym, exclusively reserved for Qualia guests’ use.
This luxurious treatment represents the ultimate indulgence in nail care, including a deluxe spa manicure and spa pedicure.
Signature spa Qualia experiences designed for men to relax, unwind and regenerate.
Inspired by ancient eastern healing techniques of Thai and Shiatsu with a western influence aimed to de-stress the body of any unwanted tension.
Sodashi facials include the finest ingredients sourced from around the world to ensure the highest quality product and visible results.
Spa Qualia is a sanctuary where you can relax in blissful reverie.
Qualia’s two irresistible infinity-edge swimming pools frame the Whitsundays beauty of the Long Pavilion and Pebble Beach restaurants.
Spend some quality relaxation time with your loved one in a private suite.
Find peace in your favourite pleasure. Workout in the gym with a personal trainer, take a dip in one of the two serene pools, read a book in the library or explore the tropical Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef at your leisure.
Escape the world around you, and embrace the Quality selection of unique Qualia experiences.
Henning Island is surrounded by a large coral fringing reef making it the perfect beach drop-off location for those wishing to snorkel.
Take the helm of a yacht charter, or sit back and relax aboard Qualia’s luxury cruiser Atomic, exclusively reserved for Qualia guests.
The Qualia Boutique, located directly opposite the main entrance to the Long Pavilion, stocks an impressive collection of ladies and men’s designer wear.
The Great Barrier Reef’s beauty and diverse marine life are essential elements of the Qualia sensory experience.
To enrich your dining experience, Qualia offers private 'talk and taste' events, hosted by knowledgeable staff.
One of the world's most spectacular settings for a round of golf is just minutes away by ferry or helicopter.
There are so many awe-inspiring ways to explore the stunning Great Barrier Reef.
Accompanied by the music of lapping waves and gentle sea breezes, browse inspiring coffee-table pictorials, rare limited editions, popular fiction or classic novels.
Pebble Beach is Qualia’s relaxed location for waterfront lunchtime dining, afternoon drinks on the sun terrace and pre-dinner cocktails by the sea.
Enjoy taking in the beautiful Whitsundays on either a guided or non-guided kayaking tour of the local area.
Hamilton Island offers some of the most spectacular walks in the region.
Paradise on earth is the theme for weddings or honeymoons at Qualia, one of the most idyllic locations in Australia.
QUALIA
Great Barrier Reef20 Whitsunday BoulevardHamilton Island Queensland 4803Australia