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Welcome to Hayman, Great Barrier Reef- one of the leading hotels of the world. Inducted into the Australian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame, Hayman offers a genuine island experience of seclusion and natural beauty, while pampering you with exceptional luxury and sensory pleasure. Hayman Island nestled in the Great Barrier Reef is a scenic 55 minute boat cruise from the Hamilton Island Airport or a magnificent 15 minute flight by helicopter or sea plane. With 212 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, designed to take advantage of the striking resort surrounds, all Hayman accommodation feature private terraces or balconies, our five star facilities successfully blends stylish elegance with tranquil tropical surroundings. The comfort and enjoyment of our guests are paramount and we endeavour to make your Hayman experience memorable. With fresh seafood and vegetables delivered daily from Sydney, all pastries and bread made fresh daily on the Island, a Chocolate Room for all things decedent and an extensive wine cellar. A selection of sumptuous dining options awaits in our superb restaurants and bars, the Chef¿s Table or soak up the relaxed ambience in a unique outdoor island setting in our lush gardens, cabanas or on the beach. Hayman invites guests to enjoy a wonderful array of resort and Great Barrier Reef leisure pursuits and activities - whether it be for relaxation, rejuvenation, indulgence or adventure. With a leisure activities list distributed daily select from a variety of activities including sports, island tours, specialty classes plus great shopping within the resort. Enjoy the famous salt- water Hayman Pool which surrounds the Pool Wing, or the heated fresh water Lagoon Pool set amongst the gardens in the Lagoon Wing. The acclaimed Spa Hayman with 13 treatment rooms offers guests an exclusive array of magnificent treatments and a selection of personally tailored beauty and wellness programs designed to restore and rejuvenate. The Hayman Beach offers year-round swimming and catamaran sailing, windsurfing and paddle skiing, all complimentary. On the other side of the island, the Blue Pearl Bays are ideal for snorkelling and a picnic lunch. Hayman¿s Great Barrier Reef location provides the perfect setting to savour the magnificence of this world heritage listed paradise, breathtaking coral, tropical fish, snorkelling, diving and fishing locations surround the island. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Our Retreat and Beachfront Wing accommodation on Hayman will be unavailable for reservations from 19 May to 30 November 2010 inclusive due to major enhancement work being undertaken in the Beachfront Wing. Accommodation in these wings will be available for reservations from 1 December 2010.

Hayman has 33 function areas ideal for business meetings, conferences, private functions and weddings. There is a Business Centre located in the Hotel with complimentary broadband services available. N/A Reception requires an imprint of a credit card or full prepayment of accommodation & cash bond of $200 with photo ID upon check in to guarantee any incidental charges to the suite. This special place is home to the Kids Club and Crèche and welcomes young visitors up to the age of 12. Babysitting services are also available in the resort. Look out for the special two-course Kids Menus in Hayman's restaurants which have been designed just for children and offer healthy and nutritious food. For children aged 4-12 years inclusive, a 50% discount applies for children's portions selected from a la carte menus in the restaurants. Full prices apply for beverages. There is no charge for children aged up to 4 years dining in the restaurants or for milk or other formulae ordered for babies' bottles through In Room Dining. In consideration of other guests, could we please ask that children do not bring to Hayman any scooters, rollerboards etc. as there is lots to entertain them on the island. Swimming in three salt and fresh water pools, catamaran sailing, fishing, whale watching (in season), golf driving/putting, squash, fitness activities, resort tours and various day tours. Dining options include: Azure (contemporary Australian), Oriental (exotic Asian), La Trattoria (Italian), La Fontaine (Modern European) Beach Pavilion (light snacks), & Pool Bar (light snacks) There are no airports on Hayman Island. Guests arrive via Hamilton Island then take a luxury boat transfer to/from Hayman Island with light refreshments. Guests must provide the hotel with flight and arrival details to pre-arrange transfers for the 20 nautical mile boat transfer. Hayman return luxury boat transfers can be purchased as a through-fare via Jetstar, Qantaslink or Virgin Blue. Boat transfers can also be booked directly with Hayman Reservations at $290 per person return from Hamilton Island to Hayman.

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