Kingfisher Bay Resort

3.5-star property
Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, QLD 1800 796 370

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4.2 out of 5
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"This was a great overnight stay, comfortable, clean room with fabulous facilities. Feedback - Should be an option for kids breakfast buffet. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 08 Jul 2018

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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Fraser Island awaits you at Kingfisher Bay Resort. You'll be 11 km (6.9 mi) from Lake McKenzie. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a marina.

You can enjoy balconies or patios, WiFi and LCD TVs, featured in all 103 rooms. Additionally, coffee/tea makers, hairdryers and phones are available.

A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. The bistro, Maheno Resturant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 3 bars/lounges and a beach bar to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the kids' club, outdoor tennis court and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours. 1346 square feet (125 square metres) of event facilities include conference centres, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this 3.5-star Fraser Island hotel, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Great Sandy Strait and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from River Heads Ferry Dock.

Standard Resort Hotel Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$154 per night

Two Bedroom Standard Villa

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Kingfisher Bay Resort ratings based on 340 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kingfisher Bay Resort

Everyone (99) Couples (120) Family (122)
3 out of 5
Most of the staff were amazing although we encountered one person at the Maheno restaurant that was quite rude. The food in that particular restaurant was certainly it worth the money that was charged. We had dinner in the Seabelle restaurant the next night which was absolutely amazing. The food was outstanding and the staff were as well. The general grounds are beautiful and relaxing but the villa we stayed in was in need of updating and maintaining. Overall we had a lovely stay and would return.

Posted by on 14 Apr. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Apr. 2019 by Manager

Thank you for taking the time to post. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed your fine dining experience and had a relaxing stay. Please accept my sincerest apologies for the shortfalls, I will be sure to share your comments with the team. On behalf of us all, all the Best. Kind Regards, David Hay- GM

4 out of 5
The resort was clean and tidy. The staff were polite and nothing was a problem. We enjoyed our stay.

Posted by on 14 Apr. 2019

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3 out of 5
No minibar Boring at night The check in process at mainland reception is very well organised and saves a lot of hassle. Staff were lovely.

Posted by on 24 Mar. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Apr. 2019 by Manager

Thank you for taking the time to post a review and also share your constructive feedback. I am pleased to hear that our staff impressed and you found check in to be efficient. On behalf of the team, we wish you all the best with your future travels. Kind Regards, David Hay- GM

5 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Jan. 2019

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4 out of 5
This was a great overnight stay, comfortable, clean room with fabulous facilities. Feedback - Should be an option for kids breakfast buffet.

Posted by on 8 Jul. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

18 Jul. 2018 by CO

Thank you for taking the time to post letting us know how much you enjoyed your stay. I very much appreciate your kind words and note your feedback regarding breakfast which I have also passed onto our Food and Beverage Management team for discussion. On behalf of everyone here at Kingfisher Bay Resort, we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Kindest Regards, Cameron O'Shae, Resort GM

3 out of 5
The resort is very run down and in need of a refurb. Thee is no air conditioning in the main reception and no fans and it is very hot and humid The food in the restaurant was poor - obviously defrosted and reheated. I did love the island itself and the staff are very nice.

Posted by on 16 Apr. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Apr. 2018 by Manager

Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I am pleased to hear there were aspects of your stay you enjoyed and would like to extend my sincerest apologies for the shortfalls. Our guests leaving unhappy is never our intention and we appreciate the feedback as it allows us to make changes where necessary. On behalf of the team, we do hope to welcome you back in the future and be able to turn this experience around. Kind Regards, Kevin Bailie- Resort GM

3 out of 5

Hotel old food terrible but tour of Island amazing

The hotel itself is very old and needs a renovation. The rooms have been updated and are comfortable. The tour of the island was the highlight and without that it’s not worth going there as hotel facilities are below standard. The tour guide Peter Meyer was amazing and his knowledge and expertise of Fraser Island was top class. The food at hotel was expensive and below standard

Posted by on 23 Jan. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Jan. 2018 by Manager

Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your tour and have passed on your kind words about Peter to him directly. Please accept my apologies that the resort was not what you expected. I take guest guest satisfaction very seriously and it is comments such as this that allow me to make improvements where needed, I appreciate your constructive feedback. On behalf of the team, we hope to be able to welcome you back. Kind Regards, Kevin Bailie- Resort GM

4 out of 5
It’s a great hotel because of the location but the plastic chairs on the veranda were basic and had cigarette ash on the table The coffee wasn’t replaced so went without on second morning

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jan. 2018 by Manager

Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I really appreciate your constructive feedback and have ensured this has been shared with my team. Kind Regards, Kevin Bailie- Resort GM

4 out of 5

Best hotel on Fraser

Pros: Look and ambience was great. Many restaurants too choose from, great activities and tours
Cons: 2 Adults and 2 kids per room as standard. Bathrooms and shower curtains could be upgraded.
The fact that only 3 persons are allowed per room per booking for a family with underage kids was absurd. Luckily the hotel staff could assist

Posted by , from Brisbane on 29 Dec. 2017

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4 out of 5

Excellent Service with friendly staff

Pros: Service was great and it was very clean as well.
Location: Beautiful lakes, forests, beaches and creeks to explore.
My husband and I went for our Wedding Anniversary and the staff made us feel really special - even writing us a personal card and presenting it to us at dinner. My husband left his wallet in the car back at the Mainland at the secure parking. The staff at Kingfisher Bay reception were wonderful and organised for the wallet to be brought over on the next ferry for us. We also went 4 wheel driving on our last day after we checked out and the staff looked after us with towels and a shower to refresh when we returned at 4pm before getting transferred back on the ferry.

Posted by on 21 Dec. 2017

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About the Kingfisher Bay Resort

Location Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, QLD 4581

Property Features

Kingfisher Bay Resort offers its guests 2 the outdoor swimming pools and an outdoor tennis court. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, A beach bar, and A poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Event space at this hotel measures 1346 square feet (125 square metres) and includes conference centres. Spa services, tour or ticket assistance, and gift shops/news stands are also featured at the family-friendly Kingfisher Bay Resort. A round-trip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee. This 3.5-star Fraser Island hotel is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 1346 sq ft of conference space
  • 125 sq. m of conference space
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family Property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Offsite parking reservations required

Transport

  • Airport: Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) (26.3 km / 16.3 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Kingfisher Bay Resort offers 103 forms of accommodation with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

  • Private balcony or patio
  • LCD television
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Hairdryer
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Maheno Resturant – Overlooking the pool, this bistro serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Sand Bar – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open selected days.

Seabelle Restuarant – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Spa Services

  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Special check-in instructions:

The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, go to 7/54 River Heads Road

24-hour airport shuttle service is available upon request. Fees may apply. Contact the property in advance to make arrangements.

Guests will be booked on the 3:30 PM ferry from River Heads on their arrival date (surcharge apply, payable on check-in). Alternative departure times from River Heads are 9 AM, 12:30 PM, and 6:45 PM. Guests preferring one of these times can arrive at River Heads reception 40 minutes prior to departure. 4WD vehicle ferry transfers surcharges vary, and pre-booking is required. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to 7/54 River Heads Road

Airport transport is offered on request 24 hours a day. Fees may apply. Please make arrangements in advance by contacting the property.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 25.0 per stay.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification are required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 17.00 for children (approximately)
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 23.00 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 23.00 (roundtrip), (from 4 to 14 years old)
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 25.00 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per 24 hours
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per stay
  • On-site credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Kingfisher Bay Resort Fraser Island
  • Kingfisher Bay Resort
  • Kingfisher Bay Fraser Island
  • Kingfisher Bay
  • Mercure Kingfisher Bay Resort Fraser Island
  • Kingfisher Bay Hotel Fraser Island

You should know

  • Kingfisher Bay Resort offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.