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The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
The price is RM1,267
RM1,394 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Elandra

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"For the location this hotel is excellent but looks kind of old fashion. Love the birds, the views, food needs improvement and staff friendliness."
United States
Valeria
The price is RM1,229
RM1,351 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Reef View Hotel

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (803 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is RM1,520
RM1,672 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Mirage Whitsundays

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location! within easy access to the esplanade, the night market and the city centre."
United States
Aydel
The price is RM866
RM953 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Good location. Nice rooms. Nice staff. No complaints"
Australia
Janice Ann
The price is RM1,216
RM1,337 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Crystalbrook Riley

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Super convenient location, great pizza and bar!"
Australia
Lynda
The price is RM479
RM527 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Airlie Beach Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent place and great location."
Australia
Samir
The price is RM925
RM1,017 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Coral Sea Resort

Sovereign Resort Hotel

Sovereign Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Cooktown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, rooms clean and the central location was handy."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is RM873
RM960 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Sovereign Resort Hotel

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is RM412
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is RM653
RM719 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Overall great stay good location perfect staff"
Australia
Damien
The price is RM879
RM967 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hilton Cairns

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (566 reviews)
"Nice and handy location to the beach bars and restaurants.Bungalow was comfortable and we had fresh towels etc each day."
Australia
Julie
The price is RM1,186
RM1,305 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Palm Bungalows

Village National the Isaac

Village National the Isaac
3.0 star property
Moranbah
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Everyone was very welcoming we felt very comfortable"
Australia
Breanna
The price is RM634
RM824 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Village National the Isaac

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is RM618
RM680 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
Australia
Diarmid
The price is RM960
RM1,056 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,064 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Erasmo
The price is RM674
RM742 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort
4.0 star property
Bowen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (791 reviews)
"Awesome, room was immaculate, had everything you would need, walk to beach with bunnies and just a brilliant place to stay! Wish we could stay longer 👍"
United Kingdom
neil
The price is RM452
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Whitsunday Sands Resort

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The Abbott is located close to everything. Our room was spotless. The staff was amazing. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is RM569
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location, building restraints very clean refreshing relaxing. All staff polite and helpfull. Restraunt on beachfront excellent well presented. Staff super service good food"
Australia
Sue
The price is RM714
RM785 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, clean and spacious room with a great view overlooking the Lagoon and Esplanade"
Australia
Janine
The price is RM907
RM907 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Mantra Esplanade
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The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometres of coral, marine life and untouched white sand beaches.

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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the incredible diversity of marine species, including colourful corals, tropical fish, and majestic dolphins.
  • Outdoor Adventure: Engage in a variety of activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, and kayaking in crystal-clear waters.
  • Eco-Friendly Experiences: Enjoy eco-tours that highlight the importance of marine conservation and sustainable practices.
  • Vibrant Activity Hubs: Discover action-packed pontoons and beach clubs offering unique leisure experiences for families.
  • Shopping and Recreation: Explore nearby shopping areas and recreational spots to enhance your holiday experience.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is a perfect destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family holidays, offering a plethora of activities. Visitors can engage in dolphin action, explore activities galore, and enjoy the vibrant activities hub. Additionally, activity pontoons and beach clubs provide unique experiences, while nearby shopping and recreational areas enhance the overall adventure. This stunning location promises a memorable experience for all ages.

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Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in January and February. February is mostly cloudy. The coolest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in June when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendar iconCalendar Monthtemperature iconTemperaturerain iconPrecipitationmostly cloudy iconCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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