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Hamilton Island Accommodation reduced rates for Hamilton Island Race Week

by Whitsunday Holidays 6 Jun 14:05 PDT 15-24 August 2025
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Hamilton Island Race Week is fast approaching and if you're quick, we have some prime race week viewing spots available where you can watch some of the world's best racing yachts sail by and be close to all the celebrations.

Take advantage of our newly released REDUCED RATES!

Watch the world sail by 15-24 August

Hamilton Island Race Week is one of the highlights of the global yachting calendar, with many of the world's best yachts and yachting sports men and women heading to Hamilton Island to compete. From 15 August the island will come alive with racing on the water, a carnival atmosphere, plenty of events and social gatherings.

Our most popular race week properties available now at reduced rates

Poinciana 010

Beautiful ground floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartments with water views, centrally located on Hamilton Island. Poinciana is west-facing (best for those gorgeous Whitsunday sunsets) and an easy walk to world-class Hamilton Island Marina and the Marina Village. Close to beaches and restaurants too, but also fully self-contained so you can pull up a seat overlooking the grassy knoll out front, enjoy sundowners and a grazing plate at your leisure. Then stroll down to the celebrations later. Take a peek at Poinciana here

Shorelines apartments

Stunning split-level apartments overlooking the Whitsundays Passage. Ideal for watching all the onshore racing action direct from your balcony, and yet close to everything Hamilton Island offers - beaches, activities, pools, swim-up bars, shops, cafes and restaurants. You can stroll to the Hamilton Island Marina which is bursting with activity and breathtaking yachts at this time of year, as well as all the evening's social and Race Week feature celebrations. View Shorelines here

Oasis apartments

2 bedroom apartments at an affordable rate! Take a look at Blue Water Views here

Lagoon apartments

Great location right opposite the beach. Take a look here

The Palms

4 bedroom house great for entertaining. Billiard room and large outdoor area for your bbqs. Includes 2 buggies! Take a sneak peek now

3 bedroom single level apartment on the marina side of the island. Extra large balcony with spa bath! Lovely water views through the

Luxury homes available now

As well as apartments, we still have some of our most sought-after luxury homes available for Hamilton Island Race Week, including the prestigious Glasshouse, Villa Illalangi, and the incredible Pavillions Penthouse, right on top of the Marina It doesn't get any closer to the action than this.

Hamilton Island Race Week attracts a passionate sailing crowd and welcomes anyone who wants to join in the fun and celebrations. It's one of the best times of the year to visit and a must-do for your bucket list.

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