Situated on Hamilton Island's sun-drenched northern-most tip with breathtaking views of the surrounding Whitsunday Islands and tranquil Coral Sea, qualia’s unique design combines a sense of space, openness and harmony that draws the outside in.
qualia, Hamilton Island’s world class luxury resort on the Great Barrier Reef, has been named the Best in the World and Best Resort in the Oceania region in the 2012 Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.
qualia, long pavilionOne of only four properties to receive a flawless score in the survey’s 25-year history, qualia has also become the first Australian property to top the prestigious survey. Scoring a complete 100 in all categories including Rooms, Service, Food, Location, Design and Activities, qualia has been described by Conde Nast Traveler as ‘sheer perfection’ and ‘flawless’.
A unique Australian expression of world-class luxury and a member of Relais & Chateaux, qualia’s vision to deliver an exceptional experience from award winning cuisine to the finest resort leisure facilities anywhere in the world sees it topping a list that includes many of the world’s recognised luxury hotel chains and names.
“This recognition by such sophisticated and well-travelled readers is truly gratifying,” notes Sandy Oatley, Chairman of Hamilton Island Enterprises.
“When we bought Hamilton Island nearly 10 years ago and developed the vision for qualia, it was to create a luxury oasis that maximised the sheer beauty of the idyllic location with a standard of service that was uniquely Australian, yet that would meet and exceed the expectations of the most discerning travellers from around the world. This award is testament that we are doing our job.”
Situated on Hamilton Island’s sun-drenched northern-most tip with breathtaking views of the surrounding Whitsunday Islands and tranquil Coral Sea, qualia’s unique design combines a sense of space, openness and harmony that draws the outside in. Set amongst native eucalypts, the 60 luxurious pavilions are an indulgent space to unwind in, with either a sundeck or private infinity edge plunge pool.
The resort’s myriad recreational offerings include two tranquil infinity-edged pools, two bars and restaurants, a private dining room, library, fitness centre and Spa qualia, which offers an array of unique, indigenous Australian treatments. Guests of qualia also have full access to Hamilton Island’s world-class Yacht Club and 18-hole championship golf course on neighbouring Dent Island.
qualia also hosts several prestigious events throughout the year including the Australian Ballet’s under the stars ‘Pas de Deux in Paradise’ performance, the Great Barrier Feast series featuring internationally acclaimed visiting chefs and Audi Hamilton Island Race Week – Australia’s largest offshore sailing regatta.
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