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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 RM1,282
RM1,411 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Elandra

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is in perfect location, close to the beach, pools and food :) I cannot recommend the hotel enough!"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is RM1,247
RM1,371 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Reef View Hotel

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is RM1,376
RM1,513 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, right across to the marina terminal. Great if you travel with young children"
Australia
Jollina
The price is RM878
RM966 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Good location. Nice rooms. Nice staff. No complaints"
Australia
Janice Ann
The price is RM1,218
RM1,340 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Super convenient location, great pizza and bar!"
Australia
Lynda
The price is RM545
RM599 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Airlie Beach Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
The price is RM936
RM1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 RM884
RM972 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 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 RM459
RM504 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is RM655
RM720 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Overall great stay good location perfect staff"
Australia
Damien
The price is RM777
RM855 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 RM1,189
RM1,308 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Palm Bungalows

Village National the Isaac

Village National the Isaac
3.0 star property
Moranbah
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Everyone was very welcoming we felt very comfortable"
Australia
Breanna
The price is RM641
RM833 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 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 RM620
RM682 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
Australia
Diarmid
The price is RM971
RM1,069 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, (1,058 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Erasmo
The price is RM676
RM743 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 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 RM445
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 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 RM618
RM680 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Such a beautiful place to stay. We will come back for sure"
Canada
Vanessa
The price is RM777
RM855 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 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, (999 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, clean and spacious room with a great view overlooking the Lagoon and Esplanade"
Australia
Janine
The price is RM881
RM881 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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