Hamilton Island

Catseye Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Catseye Beach?

The bar is located right on the Catseye Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pool Terrace Restaurant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

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8.6

/ 10 Excellent

#14 out of 187
in Queensland

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Catseye Beach is located on the CoralSea and it is in the 7th place out of 29 beaches in the Whitsunday Regional region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Catseye Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Coral Cove Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

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+23 ^oC +22 ^oC

Air temperature

8.4 M/S

Wind

+24 ^oC

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Shute Harbour, Queensland, Whitsunday Regional

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Exceptional

9.5/10

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6.2/10

Cleanliness

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7/10

Amenities

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8.3/10

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Catseye Beach is located in Whitsunday Regional within Shute Harbour, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Hamilton island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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cover
swimming details
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

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- Water entertainment rental
- Paddle Board rental

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- Natural shadow
- Cliffs

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What to do in Catseye Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Catseye Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Catseye Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Pool Terrace Restaur...• 2 min walk
Beach Pavillion• 2 min walk
Sails Restaurant• 3 min walk
Sporties staff bar• 9 min walk

Attractions

Hamilton Island Mini...• 3 min walk
Hamilton Island• 9 min walk
Jetski Tours & Dingh...• 11 min walk
Lookout at One Tree...• 13 min walk

Transport

HTI• 19 min walk
Shute Harbour Road a...• 21.5km
Longford Creek• 63.6km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Catseye Beach?

The coastline of Catseye Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Catseye Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Catseye Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Catseye Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Catseye Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Catseye Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Catseye Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Catseye Beach good for families?

Yes, the Catseye Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Catseye Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Catseye Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Catseye Beach?

Catseye Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Catseye Beach?

The bar is located right on the Catseye Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pool Terrace Restaurant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Catseye Beach from parking?

The Catseye Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Catseye Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Catseye Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hamilton Island Minigolf (Part of Sports Club) located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Catseye Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Catseye Beach is February. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 21°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Catseye Beach (Whitsunday Regional) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Catseye Beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.