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3 bedrooms, Internet

Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment

Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment
2.0 star property
Cairns North
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely apartment, very comfortable and well-appointed."
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM674
RM1,850 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Rainforest Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-floor Apartment
Property grounds

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (854 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind at a Pacific paradise beach hotel with two refreshing pools to explore.
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is RM378
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Club Wyndham Mission Beach
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pearly Shell Motel

Pearly Shell Motel
2.0 star property
Bowen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Refreshing beachside escape with an outdoor pool in picturesque Bowen.
"Spacious room and good parking and close to town"
Australia
Mario
The price is RM368
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Pearly Shell Motel
Free WiFi

Hideaway Mission Beach Village

Hideaway Mission Beach Village
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Soak up tropical surroundings in a private village near stunning Mission Beach.
"A great place to stay - close to the beach, pub and nice surrounds."
Australia
Lesley
The price is RM422
RM464 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Hideaway Mission Beach Village
Lobby lounge

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy central Townsville with 24-hour fitness and room service options.
"Staff were very friendly, hotel was clean and tidy we enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is RM480
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachfront retreat with dual pools and spa services near Port of Airlie.
"Great room and great resort. Good menu for lunch and dinner. Breakfast included was great"
Australia
Keith
The price is RM1,078
RM1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Mirage Whitsundays
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience Australia's Great Barrier Reef with a beachfront stay at Hamilton Island.
"Room was very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. "
Australia
Jennifer Margaret
The price is RM913
RM1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Reef View Hotel
Exterior

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stylish waterfront hotel near Cairns Esplanade with spa and outdoor pool.
"Helpful service, clean room and facilities.It was a lovely stay."
Australia
Costa
The price is RM513
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Crystalbrook Flynn
View from property

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I was in Townsville for a business trip. The room was very clean everything smelt fresh. The staff were so helpful and overall the view was amazing from the 13th floor. Had a very relaxing enjoyable stay over the long weekend. Definitely will stay again. "
Australia
Tracy
The price is RM366
RM403 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Aquarius on the Beach
Balcony view

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachside escape with outdoor pool and pizza restaurant within walking distance of Port of Airlie.
"Great Hotel , great location "
Canada
Adrian
The price is RM523
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Airlie Beach Hotel
View from room

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Serene marina views with poolside bars and easy access to waterfront adventures.
"Loved every minute of our stay."
Australia
Nathan
The price is RM567
RM623 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Land view from property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy a beachside haven with stunning ocean views and peaceful gardens to relax in.
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
The price is RM402
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,557 reviews)
"Great location, great views. Rooms slightly outdated but still great."
Australia
Tamim
The price is RM1,100
RM1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Whitsunday Apartments
Exterior

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
The price is RM763
RM839 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Coral Sea Resort
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

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)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy a modern retreat steps away from Cairns Esplanade and shopping.
"Very clean room and great amenities. Especially the free coffee machine!"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is RM415
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas
4.0 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (712 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Oceanside bliss with comfy beds, free bikes, and a welcoming pool.
"By The Sea Port Douglas is a very friendly and excellent place to stay in Port Douglas. It’s location, right off 4 Mile Beach is very unique, and the staff, rooms and ambiance of the hotel made our stay there very enjoyable."
United States
Timothy
The price is RM442
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
By The Sea Port Douglas
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
4.5 star property
Craiglie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy luxurious golf and tennis getaways with two refreshing outdoor pools.
"Clean and well communicated for the access to property"
Australia
Bharath
The price is RM468
RM514 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
Front of property – evening/night

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We had excellent stay here from location, service… especially the lay out of lobby and the room, it’s modern, clean and welcoming"
United States
Huong
The price is RM469
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Crystalbrook Bailey
Lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine, sea views

Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
4.5 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,573 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy scenic Townsville with balcony views and convenient kitchenettes.
"As always great stay. Clean room. Great staff."
Australia
Brett
The price is RM583
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Oaks Townsville Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (913 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Exclusive island paradise featuring a private beach and three glistening pools.
"Second time visiting and we love it!"
Australia
Elana
The price is RM597
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Daydream Island Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Holiday Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
"Great room and great resort. Good menu for lunch and dinner. Breakfast included was great"
Mirage Whitsundays
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Stay near popular Oceania attractions

Busy day at Cairns Esplanade swimming lagoon in Cairns North, Queensland with lifeguard on duty and visitors enjoying the sun and water activities

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5 (3,515 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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Relaxing in paradise.
Photo by Josh Emberger
Open Photo by Josh Emberger

Airlie Beach Lagoon

4.5/5 (881 reviews)
Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas.
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Learn more about Great Barrier Reef

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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Great Barrier Reef showing coral, scuba diving and marine life
Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were awesome. Reception went above and beyond to locate our lost bags. Room service were so accommodating, and both restaurant and bar staff great. Loved our 11 night stay. Total relaxation, great place to reset."
Sandra 11-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Airlie Beach Hotel

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is RM211 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
RM211
RM211 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

Find out more about Great Barrier Reef

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.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Barrier Reef

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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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