We just spent 5 days on Heron Is in Nov 09 and are so glad we did not get put off by the people who have written some really bad reviews about their stay. They must have been be confused and stayed at a different place because it was not how we found it. But as usual with Humans you... more

We have visited Heron island over the past 25 years, the last time being about 5 years ago, until now. Heron has completely lost its way. Too big and no-one seems to care. When we went for the 6th time years ago, we were treated as if we were special, by friendly caring staff. Now on our 8th visit, it... more

Stayed here for two nights on our honeymoon. how this resort is classified as 4 star is beyond me, the standard of accommodation was shocking. we stated in a turtle room, booked by our travel agent. this is the lowest standard of room, however with a 4 star classification you dont expect it to be hostel style. Bed was absolutely... more

Heron Island is a very special place and there are no words to describe how beautiful it is. Before I decided to book Heron Island I had look at the reviews on this website over a four week period and I really wasn’t sure as it had mostly bad reviews. I decided to bite the bullet and book and am... more

What a beautiful island. Not too many places you can walk off the beach onto the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkeling was out of this world. Went in September and the water was chilly, wetsuit needed. But definitely worth it, saw reef sharks, rays, turtles and much much more. The night temperature also dropped considerably. Which is nice for sleeping. There... more

Why have I had to travel to Fiji, Bali, Hayman, Hamilton, Lindeman, Cook Islands etc only to find a gem on our doorstep? Only stayed 6 nights as travel agent said we would get bored......she was very wrong....this is a true holiday! No telephones, TV, internet etc Just family time. If you need contact with outside world, you're in the... more

We spent a fantastic four days on Heron Island. We arrived and left on the helicopter, which is well worth paying the extra for. Check in at Gladstone airport couldn't be easier. The resort itself was only half full so you could find deserted beaches to go sunbathing and snorkelling from. The island has a surf shop where you can... more

I read a lot of reviews on this site, and considered not going. Everyone has a different set of expectations, and circumstances and attitudes change every day. Just stop reading these and do it. Myself, my wife and 13 yo son had a fabulous 5 day holiday. Food was ok, sometimes really good, but lots of variety, if you didn't... more

Great great service and the baby sitters were wonderful. We stayed at the one cabin on the water. The resort needs a face lift in terms of rooms, walkways, pedestrian lights and garbage containers. The only other issue was the service of the manager of the boats who had a bit of an attitude about only 3 people going out... more