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1. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Brian
RM984
RM984 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

2. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
RM619
RM681 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey

3. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
yifan
RM1,167
RM1,283 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Reef View Hotel

4. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
Australia
Georgina
RM636
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mantra Amphora

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
RM621
RM683 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

6. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Aydin
RM645
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

7. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Catherine
RM578
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Pullman Cairns International

8. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Michaela
RM510
RM561 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns

9. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
United States
Sandra
RM583
RM642 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel

10. Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Keith
RM1,064
RM1,064 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Drift Palm Cove

11. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Spain
Laura
RM593
RM652 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Oaks Cairns Hotel

12. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Aaron
RM874
RM961 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Riley

13. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United States
Larry
RM459
RM505 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

14. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Edmund
RM661
RM661 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Mantra Esplanade

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Suzanne
RM557
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

16. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
David
RM683
RM751 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hilton Cairns

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
James
RM550
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

18. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Taylor
RM722
RM795 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

19. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Australia
david
RM515
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

20. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Gurwinder
RM485
RM534 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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Holiday Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

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By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas
Port Douglas
"Property was well located, clean and had everything we needed. The front desk host was very friendly and helpful with recommendations, etc."
By The Sea Port Douglas
Aparthotel

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort
Trinity Beach
"Great space for a family. Comfortable living areas with great beach outlook."
Coral Sands Resort
Aparthotel

Le Cher Du Monde

Le Cher Du Monde
Port Douglas
"Perfect location"
Le Cher Du Monde
Aparthotel

Melaleuca Resort

Melaleuca Resort
Palm Cove
"Clean room, facilities great, location perfect."
Melaleuca Resort
Aparthotel

Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
"Great resort, very relaxing area."
Drift Palm Cove
Apartment

Trinity Waters

Trinity Waters
Trinity Beach
"Perfect location and on a beautiful beach! Not too far from Cairns but far enough away to avoid the traffic and crowds. You can hear the surf at night and wake up to amazing sunrises."
Trinity Waters
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Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
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Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Port Douglas
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Apartment

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
Palm Cove
"Very spacious and comfortable accommodation in an excellent location just a short stroll to the beach and a whole host of great places to eat or just grab a coffee. The walls are a little thin but luckily we had nice quiet neighbours and overall we really enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable and the pool looked lovely though we didnโ€™t go in. Outdoor kitchen was really useful."
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
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Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
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Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Clifton Beach
"Great heated pool, beautiful views, room clean tidy and well equipped, all good"
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Apartment

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
Clifton Beach
"Friendly and helpful staff Close to the beach"
Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
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Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
Port Douglas
"It was clean, tropical, well kept and close to everything."
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
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Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
Cannonvale
"The resort was amazing, spacious accommodation and modern facilities. Staff were friendly. Great views from our apartment. Easy access to Airley Beach Centre and the shuttle bus was convenient. Highly recommend."
Mirage Whitsundays
Aparthotel

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Communication with the apartment managers was excellent. Very attentive and informative. Reception had a very good choice of information available for all trips in the area. Apartment had everything you needed for your stay. Great location, great service and quiet area. Plenty of local eating places and close to Cairns for all those reef trips"
Roydon Beachfront Apartments
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Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 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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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and green hills.

Whitehaven Beach

9.6/10 (822 reviews)
Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.
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A beach with palm trees and a calm sea.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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A train carriage with red seats and windows.
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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A marina with two sailboats docked, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

Port of Airlie

9.0/10 (1,391 reviews)
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
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A street lined with trees decorated with lights, a bar named 'IRON BAR', and parked cars.

Macrossan Street

9.2/10 (1,937 reviews)
During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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Daintree Rainforest

9.4/10 (647 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Daintree Rainforest, a lovely green space in Diwan. Wander the rainforest and riverfront while you're in the area.
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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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An aerial view of a coral reef with clear turquoise waters and sandy bottom.

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Good location."
Kenneth John 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were clean, staff lovely and helpful particularly when out flight was cancelled and we had to stay an extra night. The Hilton accosted"
Catherine Ann 5-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hilton Cairns
Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel

8/10 Good
"very nice hotel, good location"
yifan 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Reef View Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very clean and helpful staff. Bed was not very comfortable for my liking and the breakfast was ok not great."
Alberto 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Pretty quiet. I enjoyed my stay. Would stay again"
Dru 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent
"The place is great and the rates reflect this. Very familiy friendly with outdoor pools and activities. The staff are very friendly - almost feeling guilty about it."
Henson 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"very clean rooms. really liked it."
Vikas 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Right in the middle of Airlie Beach town, this is great for local restaurants and bars., as well as the beach. We stayed in a cabin which was spacious and had a small veranda to sit on at night. It is NOT quiet at night though, with live music and partying until the early hours. It didnโ€™t overly disturb us but something to consider."
Peter 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Magnums Airlie Beach
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"
Gerard 6-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
RM225
RM225 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
RM252
RM277 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (94 reviews)
The Espy Hostel
Kooyong Hotel

Kooyong Hotel

1 Harbour Road North Mackay QLD
RM256
RM282 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Kooyong Hotel
The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD
RM271
RM298 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
4.8/10 (30 reviews)
The Reef Motel
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD
RM277
RM305 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (789 reviews)
Magnums Airlie Beach
TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD
RM311
RM311 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (22 reviews)
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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

To save money during your trip to the Great Barrier Reef, consider utilising Expedia's search tool to find the best accommodation deals, filtering by budget and preferences. Look for package deals that combine flights, hotels, and activities for significant savings. Opt for public transport options to get around, as they are typically more affordable. Additionally, explore free activities such as swimming or snorkelling in designated areas, which offer stunning views without the cost. Travelling during the off-peak season can also help you find cheaper rates and fewer crowds.

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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
January79.5ยฐF (26.4ยฐC)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5ยฐF (26.4ยฐC)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5ยฐF (24.7ยฐC)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3ยฐF (22.4ยฐC)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6ยฐF (19.2ยฐC)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6ยฐF (17.0ยฐC)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9ยฐF (17.7ยฐC)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5ยฐF (17.5ยฐC)No RainSunny
September68.4ยฐF (20.2ยฐC)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5ยฐF (22.5ยฐC)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5ยฐF (24.7ยฐC)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3ยฐF (25.7ยฐC)Light RainMostly Sunny

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