Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Barrier Reef
Daydream Island
7.8/10 (247 reviews)
Take off your watch because time runs differently on Daydream Island.
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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.
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.
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.
Hamilton Island Marina
9.2/10 (1,082 reviews)
Cruise in for a visit or begin your boating adventure in the Great Barrier Reef from this world-class marina and make use of its fantastic facilities and great dining.
Four Mile Beach
9.2/10 (1,998 reviews)
One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.
"Wonderful and comfortable accommodation for a family of 5. Excellent location, close proximity to boardwalk and to Whisper Gin Bar where an excellent buffet breakfast is served. Our unit had everything we needed. Highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to come back here!!!"
"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 👍"
"I really like the stay in the hotel, in my opinion the pool was smaller.
The best thing for me was that there is a coffee machine in the room and every day they fill out the coffees.
The breakfast was very good as well.
Totally, I recommend this hotel."
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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.
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.
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