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1. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Brian
RM925
RM925 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
RM698
RM768 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

3. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
RM557
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey

4. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
yifan
RM1,165
RM1,281 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Reef View Hotel

5. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
RM635
RM635 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mantra Amphora

6. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Aydin
RM608
RM669 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

7. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Catherine
RM562
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pullman Cairns International

8. Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Keith
RM705
RM705 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Drift Palm Cove

9. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
Whitsundays
United States
Hillary
RM1,341
RM1,341 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Whitsunday Apartments

10. 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

11. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
David
RM682
RM750 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hilton Cairns

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Suzanne
RM557
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

13. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Warren
RM642
RM706 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Crystalbrook Flynn

14. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United States
Larry
RM459
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

15. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
James
RM506
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

16. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
RM582
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel

17. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Edmund
RM660
RM660 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Mantra Esplanade

18. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Taylor
RM722
RM794 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

19. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Gurwinder
RM520
RM572 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

20. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Jim
RM526
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Benson Hotel
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Holiday Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel

The Reef Retreat

The Reef Retreat
Palm Cove
"Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
The Reef Retreat
Aparthotel

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort
Trinity Beach
"Very spacious and quiet accommodation right on beachfront"
Coral Sands Resort
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
Aparthotel

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Aparthotel

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

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

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

Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC

Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Palm Cove
"Clean and just like the photos"
Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Aparthotel

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

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

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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Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Palm Cove
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Apartment

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
Clifton Beach
"Friendly and helpful staff Close to the beach"
Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
Aparthotel

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
Aparthotel

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
Holloways Beach
"Nice accommodation"
Cairns Beach Resort
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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 white sailboat on a turquoise sea with rocky shores and green vegetation.

Magnetic Island National Park

9.2/10 (242 reviews)
Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.
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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 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 swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairnsโ€™ best city attractions.
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A marina with numerous yachts docked, a large sailboat with a distinctive sail, and a building with a modern design in the background.

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.
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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

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good
"I always come back here when I pass through Cairns. Clean & convenient."
Debra 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

8/10 Good
"The room was functional and clean - the hotel itself is a bit out on a limb near the port which was great for visiting magnetic island - if you donโ€™t want to eat in the hotel then itโ€™s a long walk to anywhere nearby - itโ€™s pretty rundown nearby!"
Timothy 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
The Ville Resort - Casino
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Akanksha 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

8/10 Good
"A lovely place all round. A little far out from the town centre - a good 45 mins walk, so taxis generally required. But other than that, a great place."
Julian 5-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"Breakfast was excellent and beds where really comfortable. Only disappointment was bathroom was really small in King room. You could only get in one person at a time. 2 was a real squeeze. Also our bathroom felt dated and ready for refit."
Ian 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"we had a nice stay at the ocean front hotel, we had some difficulties which has been resolved very quickly and kindly. stuff was very nice and helpful. location is perfect in front of the beach. the hotel is under the new management and they have done some renovation in some rooms which is very nice and modern and some rooms still old. we would like to thank all of the stuff especially the reception."
Ali 9-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Oceanfront Cairns
Ardo

Ardo

10/10 Excellent
"Wow! This has to be one of my most favourite hotels of all time. I canโ€™t wait to go back."
Bronte 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ardo
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Good location."
Kenneth John 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel

8/10 Good
"very nice hotel, good location"
yifan 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Reef View Hotel

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
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
RM251
RM277 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (95 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 (31 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
Magnums Airlie Beach
TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD
RM346
RM346 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (23 reviews)
TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

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.

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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