Independent, Long Island hotels

"Friendly and helpful staff. Clean room Pleasant gardens and easy walk to Airlie Beach shops."

"Wow what an amazing property. Stayed in a 2 bedroom ocean front apartment overlooking the water. The photos on their website don’t do justice to this stunningly huge modern apartment. It has the biggest open plan living, 2 massive bedrooms each with its own bathroom and a laundry. There are 3 pool areas, cooked breakfast daily, restaurant& bar area where they can serve you drinks by the pool. You also get free undercover parking. There’s a boardwalk to town ( about 15-20 minute walk) or a closer shopping precinct including Coles about 10 minutes walk in the opposite direction. The Chinese restaurant that’s a 5 minute walk is a MUST do."

"A lovely ocean side resort. Spectacular views and an easy walk into town along the waterside. The surrounding boardwalks have amazing views and feel very safe. Our booking included a continental breakfast which had a good range of cereals, danishes, yoghurt, fruit, toast/breads, juice/coffee. It was lovely but by day 3-5 I was craving variety and a cooked breakfast. Pack a warm jumper as it can be cool in the morning when having breakfast when it is windy (July). We will definitely return. Such a lovely place to relax and enjoy the view "

"We absolutely loved our short-stay (too short) at Elysian. Everything was just perfect. The private island is so peaceful and tranquil. The activities available are plentiful and nature oriented. The food is just divine - every meal was beautifully prepared with the freshest ingredients and meant we did not have to worry about a thing. The cherry on top is the service - each staff member (Alice, Emily, and Nathan in particular) was delightful and attentive, and would do everything in their power to make our stay even more special. We cannot recommend Elysian more highly - we will definitely be coming back! "

"Great stay. Stay for 5 days. Great room with the sea view. Staff were lovely. Even received champagne and chocolate when they found out it was my birthday which I thought was very kind and a lovely surprise"

"Absolutely loved palm bungalows, really happy with our choice to stay there. Slightly out of the way of the hustle and bustle of the main hotel but with access to all the facilities which was perfect for us as a couple. Easily walkable to all the amenities and facilities. Definitely recommend. "

"Our family enjoyed our 3 night stay in a 2 bedroom ground floor apartment. It was clean, airy and bright, and had everything we needed including a kitchen and washing machine and dryer. Our room also had direct access to the heated pool. Upon booking, there was excellent communication provided by reception including quick confirmation of our stay, followed by informative messages regarding airport transfers, upgrades available and food options in Airlie Beach. Will return. Thank you."

"Four night family stay - very good value for the prize. "

"A true retreat. Quiet, spacious, blissful. Rejuvenates our soul every year. Lovely and very capable staff and delicious menu options - even the room service ham and cheese toastie was incredible! They think of everything. "