Fresh look for Castaways at Mission Beach
Classy: Castaways Resort and Spa’s revamp includes a new restaurant, two new pools and a beachfront bar.
THE second stage of a multi-million dollar redevelopment of Mission Beach's iconic beachfront property Castaways Resort and Spa has started.
Owner James Neville-Smith said the resort's revamp came as Mission Beach became more popular.
"Last year, we directed significant investment to Castaways, creating superb guest rooms and this year will see an even larger amount of funds going into transforming the common areas into a premier absolute beachfront hotel," he said.
A new restaurant, beachfront bar and dining area plus a kitchen with an open flame grill are part of the expansion.
The existing pool area will be completely renewed into two new pools, one being a beachfront 25m lap pool surrounded by stylish sun loungers and tropical gardens.
A large tropical lagoon-style pool will be added to the western side of the resort.
Mr Neville-Smith said when the upgrade was completed Castaways would offer rooms with direct access to the beachfront pool.
He said it would also create a new class of rooms on level two of the resort with larger balconies featuring day beds and views of the Coral Sea.
Mr Neville-Smith said the resort’s reception, covered entrance and tour desk would also be completely upgraded as well as the car park. The works are due to be completed by late April, ready for the peak visitor season.
The resort’s Drift Spa, a first for Mission Beach, opened earlier last year, right on the edge of Mission Beach with uninterrupted views of Dunk Island and the Coral Sea.
"It’s an exciting era in the redevelopment of Castaways Resort and Spa Mission Beach," Mr Neville-James said.
"We are creating something truly special for both locals and visitors to Mission Beach, a truly magical part of Tropical North Queensland."
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