qualia
qualia
qualia’s distinctive style combined with its 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.
Perfectly positioned on the only Great Barrier Reef island with its own commercial jet airport, qualia is on the eastern edge of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.
Accommodation
Southwest-facing, the freestanding Leeward Pavilions provide Hamilton Island luxury accommodation in Australian tropical island style.
Louvers allow the sea breeze to flow through, and the comfortable lounge area leads to a private sundeck shaded by Eucalypts. Cool polished floors and timber details, a subtle color palette and stylish decor, create a uniquely relaxed beach house ambience.
Room Features
Lounge area
Stone ensuite bathroom with bath and separate shower
Gourmet mini bar
STD/ISD telephone
Broadband internet access
DVD player (by request)
Flat-screen TV with complimentary movies on demand
Hairdryer
Iron and ironing board
In-room safe
Central heating, air conditioning and ceiling fans
Non-smoking rooms
Use of electric golf buggy
On-island transfers
Exclusive to guests over 16 years
Wake to the breathtaking views of the Coral Sea outside your window, then step from the beautifully appointed living room onto the north-facing sundeck to bathe in the private infinity-edged pool.
Freestanding and spacious, with expansive waterfront views, the Hamilton Island luxury accommodation provided by the Windward Pavilions at qualia have a sunny northern aspect and provide four times the living space of a standard hotel room.
Room Features
Private furnished sundeck
Luxurious king bed or twin beds
Seperate lounge area leading onto sundeck
Stone ensuite bathroom with bath and separate shower
Gourmet mini bar
STD/ISD telephone
Broadband internet access
DVD player (by request)
Flat-screen TV with complimentary movies on demand
Hairdryer, iron and ironing board
In-room safe
Central heating
Air conditioning and ceiling fans
Non-smoking rooms
Use of electric golf buggy
On-island transfers
Exclusive to guests over 16 years
Hotel Amenities
Dining
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. Stars of the casual modern Australian menu are the vibrant ocean-fresh flavours of the South Pacific region, innovatively paired with organic local produce. qualia’s Long Pavilion offers the finest Australian produce served in an approachable and uncomplicated fashion with a drinks offering to match. Expect classics with exceptional meat, seafood and produce. qualia’s version of a more relaxed dining experience with a large menu featuring a broad offering to cater to a larger audience.
Pebble Beach Dining
qualia’s beachside contemporary dining restaurant. A celebration of Australia’s diversity of produce, culture and cuisine.
The most exclusive of the Hamilton Island restaurants for lunchtime dining, Pebble Beach highlights qualia’s island setting as shadows lengthen into the afternoon and chilled cocktails are served by the infinity-edge pool.
In the evening, Pebble Beach is transformed into qualia’s signature dining experience. Food is contemporary Australian cuisine featuring seasonal, sustainable and ethical produce sourced from the like minded farmers, producers and artisans around the country. Dishes are produce and flavour focused. Expect an Asian lean to menus coupled with European technique and aesthetic.
Private Bars
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.
Hotel Facilities
qualia’s private guest-only facilities provide the ultimate relaxation of two swimming pools, soothing treatments and yoga at Spa qualia, a choice of casual and formal fine dining at two private restaurants, a fully-equipped gym, and a tranquil library. The resort’s Business Center services are available 24 hours, and in pavilion dining is available.
qualia Boutique
The qualia Boutique, located directly opposite the main entrance to the Long Pavilion, stocks an impressive collection of ladies and men’s designer wear.
Activities
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Catamaran
- Golf
- Walks
Spa
Spa treatments are thoughtfully designed to rebalance the synergy between mind and body and to capture the essence of Australia and the Great Barrier Reef. Some of the treatments offered are:
- Facials
- Massage
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Scrubs
- Wraps
- Stone therapy