What does ‘wumurdaylin’ mean?
It means dragonfly and symbolises renewal, freedom and beauty, alongside strength and happiness. Often found near water, the dragonfly represents the spa ethos on Hamilton Island.

What is the spa’s philosophy?
The philosophy is defined by being a destination spa set in the beautiful surroundings of the Whitsundays, together with an appreciation for the Australian environment reflected in the design and treatments on offer, but above all exceeding guests’ expectations with passionate service.

What facilities are available?
Spa Wumurdaylin offers 11 treatment rooms including three couples suites perfect for honeymooners. Guests step into a sensory cocoon-like haven with decor inspired by the natural surrounds of the Whitsunday Islands.

The comprehensive spa menu includes body cocoon wraps, exfoliations, facials, massages, body treatments, manicures, pedicures and alternative therapies such as naturopath consultations and reiki treatments. Special features include four wet rooms consisting of a seven-head Vichy shower or luxury rain shower.

What sets the spa apart from its competitors?
Spa Wumurdaylin is a destination spa with most guests already on holiday with the time to indulge themselves in the many health and well-being treatments. The spa is large with 11 treatment rooms, two amazing seven-head vichy showers and two rain showers. The three couples rooms are also very popular, as it means guests can enjoy the spa experience together. The spa is within walking distance of all the island’s accommodation, so guests can enjoy relaxing in the tea room post-treatment before floating back to their room with ease.

Who designed the spa complex & how much did it cost?
Over AU$750,000 (around £430,830) has been spent on creating the new spa, the latest in a number of on island investments made since the Oatley family’s purchase in 2003. Designed by award winning Sydney-based interior design company, Hare + Klein, the calming and luxurious interiors have been carefully chosen to embrace the tropical climate.

Locally sourced and natural materials have been used throughout with a clay-themed colour palate, bamboo furnishings, natural stones and unusual one-way glass windows that invite the outdoors-in. Touches of glamour include dragonfly motif wallpaper and Moroccan inspired silver encased light shades.

What are the signature treatments?
LI’TYA Susu Dew - meaning ‘sea spray’, is a rhythmic body massage, inspired by traditional Australian Aboriginal techniques, which balances and re-aligns energy flow.

LI’TYA Ocean dreaming – is a three hour deluxe treatment and is the ultimate in anti-aging and renewal, using the power of marine extracts and native plant essential oils.

Especially for Him and Her – in the couple’s treatment rooms – is pure spa bliss with a full body massage, oriental head and scalp massage, de-stress foot exfoliation, Moroccan rose and guava hand hydration treatment and a petite spa facial.

Mother of Pearl Body Polish – a gentle full body exfoliation treatment that’s rich in marine and plant collagens, crushed mother of pearl, walnut and wattle seed to smooth and refresh tired skin.

For mums-to-be - a nourishing maternal blessing organic honey and cocoa body wrap, or a soothing full body pregnancy massage.

What are the most popular treatments?
The two most popular treatments are the Ritual of Rejuvenation, a full-body massage and spa facial, and the Destination De-stress, a full body massage and foot treatment. They are best sellers because they provide instant stress relief and leave the skin feeling pampered.

What spa products are stocked and used in the spa?
Luxury Australian spa products from Waterlily and LI’TYA have been chosen to provide a unique indigenous experience while capturing the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands.

Waterlily delivers authentic aromatherapy spa rituals harnessing the rejuvenating properties of essential oils. All Waterlily treatments and products are infused with cold pressed plant oils, anti-ageing vitamins with fresh flowers, fruits and herbal concentrates to create a sensory journey harmonising the body, mind and soul.

LI’TYA, meaning ‘of the earth’, is an organic premium product range that contains pure botanicals, organic Australia native plants, pure essential oils and natural fragrances with a tread light philosophy.

What are the opening hours?
Spa wumurdaylin is open from 9am – 7pm daily.

For further information and the full spa menu visit www.hamiltonisland.com.au

NOTE TO EDITORS: Hamilton Island is located off the Queensland coast of Australia, within the Whitsunday Islands and at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Here visitors can experience everything that is great about Australia – natural landscapes, calm turquoise waters, secluded beaches, beautiful weather, fascinating coral reefs, diverse flora and fauna.

Hamilton Island offers a wide range of accommodation options - including award winning qualia - restaurants, bars, pools and shops, not to mention over 60 activities and all within a short direct flight from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Cairns. There are also great connections from other Australian cities.