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Castaways Resort & Spa Mission Beach

Beachfront Resort

Castaways Resort & Spa your Beachfront Resort

Castaways Resort & Spa (also operating as Club Wyndham Mission Beach) is the premier beachfront resort on Mission Beach, offering direct access to 14 kilometres of pristine white sandy beach. The 4-star resort features 66 rooms across two centrally-located properties — an absolute beachfront property and a rainforest property — all with access to three swimming pools, Drift Day Spa, and BUKO Restaurant.

Where discovery meets serenity, Castaways invites you to explore natural beauty and unparalleled relaxation on the palm-fringed Coral Sea.

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Accommodation

Castaways offers 66 rooms across two properties:

Beachfront Property (48 rooms)

Beachfront Rooms & Apartments

  • Private balconies or garden patios
  • Stunning views of the Coral Sea and Dunk Island
  • Direct beach access
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Premium bedding

Room Types Include:

  • Hotel Rooms (full-length windows with beachfront views)
  • One-Bedroom Apartments (self-contained)
  • Two-Bedroom Apartments (family-friendly)
  • Private Beachside Villa
  • Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment

Rainforest Property (18 rooms)

Rainforest Rooms

  • Nestled among lush rainforest gardens
  • Peaceful, serene setting
  • Economy-friendly option
  • Access to all beachfront facilities
  • Located 100 metres up the road

All guests at both properties have access to all resort facilities.

Resort Facilities

Three Swimming Pools

  • 25-metre beachfront lap pool (serious swimmers)
  • Leisure pool with tropical gardens and custom daybeds
  • Additional pool area

Drift Day Spa
On-site spa offering:

  • Massage treatments
  • Facials
  • Body wraps
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Rejuvenating spa experiences

BUKO Restaurant & Bar

  • Absolute beachfront dining
  • Open 7 days for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Ocean views and al fresco dining
  • Beach club concept
  • Cocktails and beverages
  • Beachside activities and entertainment

Additional Facilities:

  • Fitness centre
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Beachfront BBQ facilities
  • Sun loungers and beach umbrellas
  • Free WiFi throughout
  • Free parking (off-street)
  • Guest laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Conference and event facilities
  • Wedding facilities with coordinator

Club Wyndham Membership

The resort operates as part of the Club Wyndham South Pacific network. Wyndham members can use points for accommodation bookings.

Activities & Experiences

On-Site:

  • Beach swimming (stinger enclosures in season)
  • Beach walks on 14km coastline
  • Pool relaxation
  • Spa treatments
  • Beachside games and activities

Nearby:

  • Dunk Island day trips (ferry from Clump Point)
  • Great Barrier Reef snorkelling and diving
  • White water rafting (Tully River)
  • Skydiving over the beach
  • Sea kayaking
  • Rainforest walks
  • Crocodile spotting tours
  • Whale watching tours (seasonal)

Check-in/Check-out

  • Check-in: 2:00pm
  • Check-out: 10:00am

Important Notice

Refurbishment: Castaways Resort underwent refurbishment September – December 2025. The resort features newly refurbished rooms and facilities.

Perfect For

  • Couples seeking beachfront relaxation
  • Families with children
  • Groups and getaways
  • Weddings and events
  • Conferences and corporate retreats
  • Wyndham members using points

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Location & Contact

Address: Pacific Parade, Mission Beach, QLD 4852

Phone: +61 7 4068 7444

Website: castaways.com.au

Location:

  • Absolute beachfront on Mission Beach
  • 90 minutes drive south of Cairns
  • Direct beach access to 14km white sandy beach
  • Walking distance to Mission Beach village

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Castaways Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the beachfront property has absolute beachfront position with direct access to Mission Beach's 14km white sandy beach.

Beachfront rooms are located directly on the beach with ocean views. Rainforest rooms are in a separate property 100 metres away, nestled in tropical gardens, offering a more economical option. Both have access to all resort facilities.

Yes, three swimming pools including a 25-metre lap pool on the beachfront and a leisure pool with tropical gardens.

Yes, Drift Day Spa offers massage, facials, body wraps, and aromatherapy treatments.

Yes, BUKO Restaurant & Bar is open 7 days for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with absolute beachfront dining.

Yes, Castaways Resort operates as Club Wyndham Mission Beach. Wyndham members can book using points.

Yes, with multiple pools, beach access, family apartments, and a restaurant, Castaways is family-friendly.

Approximately 90 minutes (140km) drive south of Cairns.

Yes, Castaways has wedding facilities and an on-site wedding coordinator.

Yes, complimentary off-street parking is available.

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