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Frequently asked questions

What is Whitsunday Island like for travellers on a budget?
Check out low-cost places to stay in Whitsunday Island on Expedia.com and book a holiday that fits your budget. You can scroll through a wide selection of hotels and other accommodation options with special Expedia Rates and member prices to score the best deal for you. With our site’s convenient page filters, you can search by your price range, or by amenities that customers often look for like free breakfast and free airport transport. If you’re interested in affordable options near specific attractions, such as Whitehaven Beach or Hill Inlet, try filtering by location to refine your search. As you browse, click the heart button to save your favourites so that you can come back to them and make your final decision. Need a flight or a rental car along with your hotel? Take your pick of the holiday packages available under Bundle and Save and discover more amazing deals by reserving transport at the same time.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Whitsunday Island?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Whitsunday Island, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn’t as good. The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in Whitsunday Island are February, January, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 222 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Whitsunday Island?
You don’t need to spend big to get to know Whitsunday Island. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Whitehaven Beach and Catseye Beach, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you’re looking to enjoy the area’s natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Hill Inlet, Champagne Beach or Whitsunday Islands National Park.
How can I get to Whitsunday Island and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Whitsunday Island is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from the centre in Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef). If that doesn’t suit your budget, you can look into flights to Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 32.3 mi (51.9 km) away. Whitsunday Island might not have very many public transport options so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore the area.