Daydream Island brings forward refurbishment following Cyclone Debbie
Daydream Island resort says it has brought forward its planned refurbishment for 2018 in the wake of substantial damage from Cyclone Debbie.
That means the resort will now stay closed ahead of a continuing clean-up and the beginning of works later in 2017.
Back in January, Daydream Island Resort & Spa announced it was spending more than $50 million on a significant refurbishment next year.
That would involve major infrastructure upgrades including accommodation refurbishments as well as renovations to existing attractions and installation of new features aimed at transforming Daydream into an upscale 4½ star world-class resort.
Daydream Island Resort general manager Dawson Tang said an assessment had found it was simply unfeasible to invest money in reopening the resort in the next few months, only for it to close down again for the refurbishment.
“We are determined to bring Daydream Island back to its spectacular best,” Mr Tang said.
“The level of support we have received from the past guests and community has been overwhelming.
“The decision for an extended closure has not been an easy one but will enable us to concentrate fully on restoring Daydream Island back to the top of the Queensland tourism industry,”
Previously, the resort had announced it was not accepting guests until at least April 30th 2017 while it carried out a full assessment of the impact of Cyclone Debbie. It is contacting guests with forward bookings to arrange refunds.
The major work to the resort it’s looking at include the redevelopment of the Arrivals pavilion, Reception, main Atrium area, Waterfalls restaurant, Lagoons bar, all room types and Mermaids Restaurant.
In addition to that, the Lovers Cove function area will be expanded and a new Asian-inspired restaurant will be built overlooking Mermaids Beach.
It’s also planning to significantly expand and revamp its conference facilities.
by Leon Gettler, April 13th 2017
