Torres Strait Islands

Travel Guide

Most of Horn Island is protected by Native Title, but King Point has been designated as a recreational area so you can picnic, fish and camp. Imagine walking out of your tent to this view??!! Bringing a car across to Horn Island is hugely expensive so you're best way to get here is by foot on the ferry from Thursday Island and catch a taxi or take a tour to get around.
Most of Horn Island is protected by Native Title, but King Point has been designated as a recreational area so you can picnic, fish and camp. Imagine walking out of your tent to this view??!! Bringing a car across to Horn Island is hugely expensive so you're best way to get here is by foot on the ferry from Thursday Island and catch a taxi or take a tour to get around.
The only way to get to Thursday Island is by ferry - either from the Mainland or Horn Island, which has an airport. Peddels runs a twice-daily ferry service from Seisia at Cape York. It takes a little over an hour and on a good day you'll have a smooth trip and gorgeous views!
Green Hill Fort is a former military base. You can walk around the base and there's a museum in the underground buildings, which you might need to join a tour to see. There's a great view of the neighbouring Torres Strait Islands - just look at that water!!
Wongai Beach Hotel

Wongai Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Wees Street Horn Island QLD
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The price is HK$1,532 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
HK$1,532
HK$1,685 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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Stay at this hotel in Horn Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (67 reviews)
Any island in norther Australia is going to be expensive as all equipment and consumables come by barge. This accommodation was still very good value for money. We had the warer view room with the wrap around balcony. It felt very private, yet close to the pool. The extensive continental breakfast ...

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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TI Motel Torres Strait

TI Motel Torres Strait

2.5 out of 5
127 Douglas St Thursday Island QLD
Stay at this motel in Thursday Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Torres Strait Heritage Museum ...
Motel was cool & comfortable. Great bed & good TV. A little expensive. TI has very limited dining options. Shame not at least 1 good restaurant other than the pubs. Overall a memorable place to visit

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

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Stay on Mer

Stay on Mer

2 out of 5
Marou Road Murray Island QLD
Stay at this guesthouse in Murray Island. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and housekeeping.
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Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,505 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
Very few amenities!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

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Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,556 reviews)
It was very clean and comfortable and staff most helpful - brought us a coffee plunger upon request. Perfect location , loved the beach, pools etc. Easy access to the Marina and scenic walks.

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Torres Strait Heritage Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Torres Strait Heritage Museum in Horn Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Torres Strait Heritage Museum
Panoramic view of the port and dock of Thursday Island in the Torres Strait at the most northern part of Australia.

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