Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat

Where do I even begin? Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat is hands down one of the most magical and unforgettable places we’ve ever stayed at. We came here for our babymoon, and from the moment we arrived (actually, even before we arrived), the team went absolutely above and beyond to take care of us. Unfortunately, we had to miss the first night due to my wife’s pregnancy, and not only were the staff incredibly understanding – They handled everything: they booked our taxi, sorted the boat transfer, picked us up from the airport – they didn’t just make it easier, they made it seamless. Now the staff… I could write a book about how amazing they were. Every single person was warm, genuine, and attentive. But Alise – wow. She made us feel like family from day one. She was kind, patient, and always made sure we were comfortable, especially knowing we had special dietary requirements. My wife is in her second trimester of pregnancy, and they made sure every single meal was safe for the baby – they actually catered her entire menu to suit pregnancy guidelines. On top of that, we eat halal, and again – they went above and beyond. They sourced halal meat, made sure everything prepared for us was halal, and communicated with us every day to ensure we felt comfortable and cared for. It honestly felt like they were thinking about us with every decision they made, especially when it came to meals. Even on the boat ride, they made sure my wife had the smoothest seat with the least bumps from the ocean – something we never asked for, but they just did it because they genuinely cared. That level of attention is rare. And the food – honestly, some of the best food we’ve ever had. Everything was fresh, full of flavour, beautifully presented, and the drinks were just as impressive. The resort itself is stunning. The pool is crystal clear, the views are like something out of a movie, and the rooms – peaceful, clean, and surrounded by nature. You can tell this place is designed to help you truly disconnect and recharge. We couldn’t extend our flights, and once again, they saved the day by arranging early transport for us with no stress at all. If you’re considering a trip to the Whitsundays – this is it. We did the Whitehaven Beach tour which was a dream come true – bucket list vibes for sure. The weather, the water, the serenity – unforgettable. We’re already planning when we can come back. If I could give them 10 stars, I would. Elysian, thank you for making our babymoon so special. — Nouri & Nadra

Where do I even begin? Elysian Luxury Eco Island Retreat is hands down one of the most magical and unforgettable places we’ve ever stayed at. We came here for our babymoon, and from the moment we arrived (actually, even before we arrived), the team went absolutely above and beyond to take care of us. Unfortunately, we had to miss the first night due to my wife’s pregnancy, and not only were the staff incredibly understanding – they refunded us for the night we missed (what resort even does that?!). They handled everything: they booked our taxi, sorted the boat transfer, picked us up from the airport – they didn’t just make it easier, they made it seamless. Now the staff… I could write a book about how amazing they were. Every single person was warm, genuine, and attentive. But Alise – wow. She made us feel like family from day one. She was kind, patient, and always made sure we were comfortable, especially knowing we had special dietary requirements. My wife is in her second trimester of pregnancy, and they made sure every single meal was safe for the baby – they actually catered her entire menu to suit pregnancy guidelines. On top of that, we eat halal, and again – they went above and beyond. They sourced halal meat, made sure everything prepared for us was halal, and communicated with us every day to ensure we felt comfortable and cared for. It honestly felt like they were thinking about us with every decision they made, especially when it came to meals. Even on the boat ride, they made sure my wife had the smoothest seat with the least bumps from the ocean – something we never asked for, but they just did it because they genuinely cared. That level of attention is rare. And the food – honestly, some of the best food we’ve ever had. Everything was fresh, full of flavour, beautifully presented, and the drinks were just as impressive. The resort itself is stunning. The pool is crystal clear, the views are like something out of a movie, and the rooms – peaceful, clean, and surrounded by nature. You can tell this place is designed to help you truly disconnect and recharge. We couldn’t extend our flights, and once again, they saved the day by arranging early transport for us with no stress at all. If you’re considering a trip to the Whitsundays – this is it. We did the Whitehaven Beach tour which was a dream come true – bucket list vibes for sure. The weather, the water, the serenity – unforgettable. We’re already planning when we can come back. If I could give them 10 stars, I would. Elysian, thank you for making our babymoon so special. — Nouri & Nadra

What can I say other than amazing. From start to finish, this place is paradise. You have to get a boat (or helicopter) to the island where you are greeted by the nicest staff. Lily was particularly brilliant, nothing was too much and she was amazing booking trips and giving us advice before our walk into the jungle. The accommodation was brilliant, lovely and clean and the view was beautiful. The food was out of this world, they catered for my dietary requirements and made each meal absolutely delicious! If you are looking at booking in the Whitsundays, I would highly recommend staying here and if you see the book about the island, give it a read, it is brilliant.

We stayed 4 nights in the pool room and enjoyed every minute. The food was fantastic from breakfast through to dinner, and the wines paired well. My only comment would be that the portion sizes are rather large, but the team are happy to accommodate smaller servings when asked. We wanted to explore the barrier reef and the team recommended a helicopter tour with a local provider. We chose the “best of both worlds” trip, which we would highly recommend. Would definitely recommend over the more built up resorts.

We spent 4 nights on Elysian. The perfect spot to chill by the pool looking out across Paradise Bay. The food was fantastic,hats off to the Chefs. Valarie our hostess was amazing, she really made us feel welcome and her Yoga classes were great. Josh the manager was also great giving us plenty of advice and making sure we had a great time. I would certainly recommend Elysian if you want a relaxing holiday with limited guests and no kids.

My mate and I spent 3 nights here as a stepping stone to various activities in the region. Whilst the ambience, meals and rooms are outstanding value, it’s the staff who put this wonderful gem on the “I must return “ map. These young people are complete assets, living and breathing their pride in being a part of an unique hospitality experience. Let it be known: you are completely beautiful people and it was a privilege to be part of it, albeit too briefly.