Being right on the Great Barrier Reef has always given Heron the advantage over other resorts. Most are continental shelf islands make of rock and stone and in some cases up to 70 kilometres from the reef. Heron is made of coral, and this makes it the first choice for tourists, nature lovers, researchers and divers from around the world. On Heron, you walk straight from the beach to the reef edge and the waters are literally teeming with life.

To ensure your stay is as homely and enjoyable as possible Heron Island offers guests services and facilities consisting of reception, foreign and traveller cheques exchange, safety deposit facilities, postal services, onward flight confirmations, public telephones, daily activity sheet - "the Heron Times", flora and fauna reference literature, swimming pools, beach towels, games room with snooker table, table tennis, complimentary board games, departure lounge, babysitting, complimentary child care for 5-10 year olds during main school holidays, complimentary guest laundry and ironing rooms, cots available free of charge, Resort shop, National Parks interpretive centre, registered nurse and first add centre and a conference Centre.

Pandanus Lounge & Bar: Features panoramic reef views, cocktail bar, entertainment lounge, dance floor and upstairs games area. Varied light entertainment program each night of the week. Opens onto reef side terrace. 10am-Midnight

Coffee Shop: Located within the Pandanus Lounge, serves cappuccinos, cakes and snack foods.

Wistari Room: Air-conditioned presentation room for evening nature presentations and latest release movies.

All suites are serviced daily and feature tea and coffee making facilities, refrigerator, ceiling fan (no air-conditioning), radio, hair dryer and ensuite. Turtle Cabins are serviced daily and feature tea and coffee making facilities, ceiling fan (no air-conditioning) and a hand basin only.

Room Types:
Beach House - is one of a kind. It's breezy, tropical design includes a large balcony overlooking the reef, a king-size bed, one single bed and a large ensuite including bath.

Point Suites - feature a premium view location, balcony, extra large room configuration, king size bed and ensuite.

Heron Suite - are just a stone's throw from the beach and their bright, spacious design creates the perfect reef holiday atmosphere. All feature balcony, queen size bed, one single bed plus an ensuite.

Reef Suite - are a comfortable, medium sized motel style unit featuring a balcony or garden setting, one queen bed, one single bed and an ensuite.

Turtle Cabin - designed with the value conscious traveller in mind. They include private bathroom facilities, one double bed and two single beds.