Dining
Meals are served at the Beachfront Dining Room and while the Lagoon Bar is the perfect spot to relax with drinks and sunset platters after a day exploring the reef.
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort offers an unforgettable eco-tourism escape at the southern tip of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.
Set on a pristine coral cay within a protected Green Zone, the island is renowned for its exceptional marine biodiversity, crystal-clear waters and relaxed, nature-focused atmosphere. Home to more than 1,200 species of marine life, it is one of the best locations on the reef to encounter manta rays and sea turtles.
Accommodation at the resort has been thoughtfully designed to blend comfort with sustainability. Choose from units close to the lagoon, spacious two-bedroom options with direct ocean frontage, or glamping tents nestled among native vegetation. Rooms are intentionally simple, encouraging a disconnect from technology and immersion in the natural environment.
- 44 guest rooms
- Protected coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef
- Island beachfront location
- Restaurants and bar
- Swimming pool
- Dive shop and equipment rental
- Reef Education Centre
- Children's playground
- Family friendly
- Eco-friendly
Activities on Lady Elliot Island
The island is a paradise for snorkellers and divers. Explore the reef directly from the beach, join guided snorkelling tours, or take a glass-bottom boat to discover the colourful underwater world. Reef walking, swimming, bird watching, stargazing and guided nature tours provide opportunities to experience the island both above and below the waterline.
Wildlife encounters are a highlight year-round. Between November and March, green and loggerhead turtles nest and hatch on the island’s beaches, and thousands of seabirds make the cay their seasonal home. Winter brings majestic manta rays to the surrounding waters, a spectacular sight.
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