Stunning Underwater Suites in Australia with Breathtaking Great Barrier Reef Views

Move over Maldives, there’s another destination with impressive underwater accommodations: Australia.

Located 40 nautical miles from Airlie Beach on Australia’s northeastern coast, the Reefsuites are the country’s first underwater accommodation, inviting travelers to spend the night with views of the iconic Great Barrier Reef. These suites, on board Cruise Whitsundays’ Reefworld pontoon boat, feature floor-to-ceiling windows for ample opportunities to watch marine life swim by. Guests can enjoy luxurious beds (either one king-sized bed or two twins) so they can sleep beneath the waves.

Guests of the Reefsuites who check in for the underwater experience will start their day with a cruise through the idyllic Whitsunday Islands before making their way to Hardy Reef, where the Reefworld vessel is moored. As an all-inclusive vacation package, visitors will savor a hearty lunch followed by an afternoon of snorkeling, diving, and swimming. For an additional cost, travelers can take a scenic helicopter flight to see the perfectly shaped Heart Reef.

Only a handful of overnight guests enjoy exclusive access to Reefworld; while day trippers may cruise the scenic islands during the day, the boat is only open to select guests in the evening. Therefore, as the sun sets over the Coral Sea, overnight guests of Reefsuites are treated to refreshing drinks before dinner is served in a stunning, starlit setting on the pontoon’s upper deck.

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After a full day of adventure, it’s time for guests to enjoy a different view of the Great Barrier Reef from the comfort of their underwater accommodations. Views of the marine life will lull guests to sleep and greet them again the following morning. Guests will have breakfast on board one last time, enjoy a peaceful morning on the boat, and then head back to shore.

Rates for the Reefsuite experience start at $995, making it a luxurious yet unforgettable getaway.

In addition to the Reefsuites experience, the Reefworld vessel offers a unique experience called Reefsleep, an all-inclusive package that allows guests to sleep under the stars on the top deck of the boat, creating a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

For further details about Reefsuites and Reefworld, visit the Cruise Whitsundays’ website.

Jessica Poitevien is a contributor currently based in South Florida, always on the lookout for her next adventure. Besides traveling, she enjoys baking, engaging in conversations with strangers, and taking long walks on the beach. Follow her adventures on Instagram.