I recently spent 5 nights at the Reef View Hotel.

Check in was very quick and we were provided with a packet that included the hotel information as well as a map of the island and information about the various activities and tours available on the island.

The room was a little dated and could do with a thorough spring clean (dusty cupboard shelves, behind the doors, bottom of shower door) and the door uses an actual key (I don't think I've stayed in a hotel that uses physical keys rather than key cards in a very long time). In saying that the room was clean and housekeeping did a good job - I just think that they need to spend more time cleaning the less obvious spots in the room as these seemed to have been overlooked. The room was spacious and the bed comfortable however I expected more from a 'luxury' accommodation. The view from the balcony over the ocean was beautiful. The bath was quite deep and large and made for some relaxing bath soaks.

Our accommodation included a buffet breakfast each morning which was very satisfying and included lots of options.

All of the staff that we encountered were friendly and seemed genuinely happy to go out of their way to make sure our stay was pleasant.

I would stay here again but probably not until they update/upgrade their rooms a bit for the price that was paid.

Approximate cost: $320

Both times we have been to Hamilton Island we have stayed the reef view hotel using deals on wotif. The value for the deals are great but without the deals it would be a little over priced for the room as the rooms are a little worn. We have been upgraded both times to the reef view rooms (compared to garden view) which is amazing. The service was amazing especially when we took our 11 month old son with us. They provided everything we would need for our stay. The staff were always helpful and friendly in all aspects. Will be rebooking here when we visit again