“The food is brilliant; there is plenty of seafood, fat oysters and a pork belly dish so divine you’ll be hugging the chef” Tatler Travel Guide – Top 101 Best Hotels in the World 2012
"Makepeace Island represents everything that is wonderful about a holiday in Australia. So laid back, so relaxing, and yet the wonderful service perfectly compliments the natural environment. Barefoot luxury at its very best." Anthony Hayes, CEO Tourism Queensland – Dec 2011
“If you are putting something special on your ‘must do’ list this year, Sir Richard Branson has created the perfect heart-felt indulgence”. Ultimate Magazine – Oct 2011
It has a very special ambience. I find it a very romantic place. In fact I’m all for renaming it Make Love Island!” “When I Come Here I Just Don’t Want To Leave” Sir Richard Branson – July 2011
“Makepeace is the newest jewel in Richard Branson’s crown. In this luxurious serene setting you and up to 21 friends could unwind in ways you never imagined.” Sylvia Jeffreys, channel 9 news – Jul 2011
“The idyllic piece of Paradise is charmingly heart-shaped and can accommodate up to 22 guests in its Bali House or the three uniquely designed luxury wood-and-straw bures. Makepeace Island was designed to afford the utmost in privacy, luxury, and leisure while maintaining its unique coastal features. The island possesses an innately calming Balinese-style approach, incorporating rustic yet luxe features” Pauline Sung, Haute Living Magazine – Nov 2011
“Though hedonistic – copies of the Karma Sutra lie besides each bed – Makepeace feels friendly and lived in, and cut off from the outside world. Civilisation, however, is never too far away: At just a 10 minute boat ride from Noosa Marina, Makepeace is convenient to the beaches…and diving and deep-sea fishing on the Great Barrier Reef.” The Robb Report USA – Ultimate Private Islands ‘12 most exclusive, exclusive-use retreats in the world’ – Oct 2011
“The island staff are for want of a better word, brilliant. They're affable, accessible and imbued with Queensland outdooriness: ask them about fishing and they know exactly where to drop a line or trap a mud crab” The Age Newspaper, Saturday Traveller - Sept 2011
“The Luxury Travel Bible loves the beautiful Balinese-style property’s calming decor including the very inviting volcanic boulder bathtubs and the antiques and commissioned furniture acquired in Bali, Java and elsewhere in Indonesia.” Luxury Travel Bible - Jul 2011
“Brett and Richard wanted a place to kick back and play up – and it clearly has been used for such…This place has been lived in and loved. It’s languid, open, comfortable – in fact, before you know it, Makepeace is working some sly magic.” The Age Newspaper ‘On virgin territory’ – Sept 2011
“Makepeace is amazing” “Richard Branson’s new resort brings a touch of exotica to the Sunshine Coast” The Weekend Australian ‘Bali by way of Noosa’ – Jul 2011
“The heart-shaped island is home to a stunning Balinese style resort.” "Even though it all shrieks luxury and style, there is a nod to the owners’ fun side with sculptured monkeys, pythons and parrots sitting cheekily on the plantation ceiling fans” Queensland Homes Gold Edition – 2012
“I just wanted to send a note to thank you for an awesome weekend. Unfortunately we have all come down with a dose of PMIWS. That is, Post-Makepeace Island Withdrawal Syndrome. We are just hoping that we can find a cure. Most of my friends said it was ‘the best weekend ever’. I really can’t think of any way in which it could of been better (other than staying for a longer period). We had big expectations going in to the weekend and they were exceeded on every level. A big thank you to you and your team for making our 40th weekend celebration so awesome!!!” Jason – guest Nov 2011
“Just a quick note to say thanks and that Makepeace exceeded all our expectations, not only was it relaxing, the staff were incredible, the food delicious and the setting and facilities stunning, without doubt one of the best breaks I have had, again many thanks and we will be back!” Tudor – guest Sept 2011
“Although the Balinese-style accommodations are beautiful, you’re bound to spend most of your time in the massive lagoon pool, with areas for swimming laps and diving, as well as a spa that’s big enough for 15 people.” Suzanne Weinstock, Departures Magazine and CNN – Nov 2011