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1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location. Great place to stay…"
Australia
Katrina
The price is RM539
RM592 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Airlie Beach Hotel

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,041 reviews)
"Nice stay, staff are very nice"
Australia
Laura
The price is RM484
RM533 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

3. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
The price is RM406
RM446 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Oceanfront Cairns

4. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (746 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
The price is RM278
RM306 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Magnums Airlie Beach

5. Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"excellent hotel in a handy location "
Australia
Craig
The price is RM888
RM977 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Coral Sea Resort

6. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is RM514
RM565 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Pacific Hotel Cairns

7. Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (873 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is RM569
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

8. Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (708 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
The price is RM501
RM551 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Mantra Gladstone

9. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Well kept rooms."
Australia
Nicole
The price is RM365
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
ibis Mackay

10. Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Fantastic location room was so peaceful plenty of parking and very helpful staff would stay again"
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is RM395
RM435 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Rainforest Motel

11. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The Abbott is located close to everything. Our room was spotless. The staff was amazing. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is RM586
RM644 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

12. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and staff was amazing!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is RM754
RM829 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hilton Cairns

13. Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (937 reviews)
"Relax"
Australia
ryan
The price is RM946
RM1,040 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Daydream Island Resort

14. The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
The price is RM1,287
RM1,415 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Elandra

15. Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is RM460
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Quality Resort Parkhurst

16. Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The room was amazing, & the staff was brilliant and lovely I would recommend coming and staying, the location is right in town close by to everything would definitely come back "
Australia
Charla
The price is RM515
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

17. Picnic Bay Hotel

Picnic Bay Hotel
3.5 star property
Picnic Bay
The price is RM966
RM1,063 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Picnic Bay Hotel

18. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is RM412
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very friendly staff, and close to the airport."
United States
Angela
The price is RM503
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

20. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The pool was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious. "
Australia
John
The price is RM523
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
The Ville Resort - Casino
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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.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.200000000000003°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 (20.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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