Tangalooma Island Resort to launch Australia’s first year-round beachfront cabana club

Perched on the golden sands of Tangalooma Beach, Tangalooma Dunes offers a front-row seat to one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal escapes, designed to hero the destination’s natural beauty.

Featuring 20 private cabanas available for day hire, the cabana club will deliver an elevated yet effortless beachfront experience ideal for relaxing, reconnecting, and soaking up the sunshine.

Whether for a day trip or an extended island stay, Tangalooma Dunes will redefine coastal leisure with a distinctly Australian feel, cementing Tangalooma as a must-visit for destination for both domestic and international travellers.

Each architecturally designed cabana comes fully equipped to have an easy, elevated day at the beach, featuring:

• Seating for up to 6-8 guests including bench seating with a central table for food and drinks
• In-cabana fridge to keep beverages and share platters cool throughout the day
• Adjustable shutters and fan to control cooling and privacy for all day comfort
• A secure base to relax and unwind between island adventures
• A selection of cabanas will be wheelchair accessible ensuring all guests can enjoy the beach front experience with ease

Tangalooma Island Resort Director, David James said the Tangalooma Dunes Cabana Club produces a new benchmark for beachfront leisure in Australia.

The Tangalooma Dunes Cabana Club is part of a broader commitment to elevating the quality and diversity of visitor experiences across the region, ensuring Queensland is ready to showcase its very best to a global audience ahead of 2032.

“As South East Queensland gears up for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, investments like this are exactly what’s needed to uplift the region’s tourism product and ensure we can offer world-class experiences to visitors from across the globe,’said Mr James.

Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) CEO, Natassia Wheeler said investments like the Tangalooma Dunes Cabana Club are exactly what Queensland needs as we build toward 2032 and beyond.

“This is a standout example of industry backing itself and continuing to elevate the quality and diversity of experiences on offer across our state,’ Ms Wheeler said.

“Continued investment in new and enhanced tourism product is critical to ensuring we remain competitive, encourage visitors to stay longer and spend more, and deliver lasting benefits for local communities,” Ms Wheeler said.

The Tangalooma Dunes Cabana Club will be available to book for visiting Carnival Cruise Line ship guests from 1 August, with the cabanas to open for special events, product launches, conferences and individual bookings from Spring 2026.

To stay informed on the development of Tangalooma Dunes, visitors can register for updates at www.tangalooma.com/cabanas