Title: 2 Stars Hotels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific from CA $65 - Find Cheap Great Barrier Reef Hotels With 2 Stars | Expedia.ca

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# 2 Stars Hotels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific from CA $65

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## Check availability on Great Barrier Reef 2 Star Hotels

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## Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef 2-star hotels

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/1e2dece3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/87cb007f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/2b498c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/b5de8b71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sunland-Leisure-Park.h1661759.Hotel-Information)

Manoora

7.6/10

Good

(1000)

"great location and cabin"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

vincent

CA $65

CA $65 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sunland-Leisure-Park.h1661759.Hotel-Information)

![Ensuite triple room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6880000/6879200/6879115/d2ce5788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6880000/6879200/6879115/236b13ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6880000/6879200/6879115/6664229e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6880000/6879200/6879115/9a327ffd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Magnums Airlie Beach

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Magnums-Airlie-Beach.h6879115.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

8.4/10

Very good

(698)

"Clean and close to everything"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Monica

CA $90

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Magnums-Airlie-Beach.h6879115.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48548800/48548775/931e731a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48548800/48548775/6519deee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48548800/48548775/800becac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48548800/48548775/154debdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gladstone Palms Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Gladstone-Palms-Motor-Inn.h48548775.Hotel-Information)

West Gladstone

7.6/10

Good

(229)

"Great stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Brett

CA $78

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Gladstone-Palms-Motor-Inn.h48548775.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1517300/1517231/ee612697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1517300/1517231/ad9b6458.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1517300/1517231/12f9e219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1517300/1517231/6f4c4591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mid City Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Mid-City-Motor-Inn.h1517231.Hotel-Information)

Gladstone Central

6.4/10

(315)

"The room was filthy. Very negleted r/m. Couldn't access crockery as the fridge was blocking the door. Drain in the bathroom was so foul I had to cover it with a towel. Curtains were attached to the rod with cable ties. A room smoke alarm was going off all night for the want of a new battery. This place needs to be closed down."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Alice

CA $90

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Mid-City-Motor-Inn.h1517231.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/d9ad68a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/b938fba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/d6c1fbf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Room with Ensuite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/06be6561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### YHA Cairns Central

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Central-YHA-Hostel.h9629229.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.4/10

Very good

(210)

"Had a great stay, thanks!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ryoichi

CA $79

CA $86 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Central-YHA-Hostel.h9629229.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/b444d60d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/be50590f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/4455d0d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/6024efb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.0/10

Very good

(436)

"Great cheap place to stay"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

sarah

CA $174

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 30 - Dec 31

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/0f5b2989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/4bec89e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/bcb8cafd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private 4 Bed Female Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/c56853ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Little Drifter Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.2/10

Very good

(182)

"Absolutely lovely environment"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

James

CA $125

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 28 - Dec 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105649900/105649801/w2048h852x0y1-504cf1bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Room, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105649900/105649801/b3b48ed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105649900/105649801/c98eed71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Room, Balcony, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105649900/105649801/09f9265b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Metropole Proserpine 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Proserpine-Hotels-Hotel-Metropole-Proserpine.h105649801.Hotel-Information)

Proserpine

6.4/10

(19)

"Value accommodation and convenient location "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Danny

CA $82

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Proserpine-Hotels-Hotel-Metropole-Proserpine.h105649801.Hotel-Information)

![Queen Ensuite Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11888000/11887979/2898083b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11888000/11887979/d33ac8ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11888000/11887979/096a1ec6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11890000/11888000/11887979/884d9b39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cairns City Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-City-Motel.h11887979.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

7.2/10

Good

(356)

"Very clean , friendly staff"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Veronique

CA $93

CA $104 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-City-Motel.h11887979.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11529300/11529204/4586921c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11529300/11529204/6439697f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11529300/11529204/d0c82890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11530000/11529300/11529204/0cee7318.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bush Village Holiday Cabins

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Bush-Village-Holiday-Cabins.h11529204.Hotel-Information)

Cannonvale

8.6/10

Excellent

(242)

"Great location. Cabin could use some maintenance and deep cleaning. Bathroom needed better cleaning and the couch in particular was not usable without blanket cover. Having kitchen was convenient, however some ant control is necessary."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Raschelle

CA $130

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Bush-Village-Holiday-Cabins.h11529204.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114709700/114709694/8ee2c588.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room, Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114709700/114709694/36dfd786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114709700/114709694/a7fff7be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114709700/114709694/aa3191b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mission Beach Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mission-Beach-Hotels-Mission-Beach-Lodge.h114709694.Hotel-Information)

Mission Beach

9.4/10

Exceptional

(31)

"Very friendly staff. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Aaron James

CA $91

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mission-Beach-Hotels-Mission-Beach-Lodge.h114709694.Hotel-Information)

![Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522140/cddc4181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522140/0653fc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522140/214fbafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522140/16daa3b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Summit Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Summit-Motel.h1522140.Hotel-Information)

Townsville

8.6/10

Excellent

(389)

"Lovely management and gorgeous scenery at night with the lights on the rock clearly seen."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Diane

CA $120

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 29 - Dec 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Summit-Motel.h1522140.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627608/56c6321b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627608/b7824e86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627608/786e81b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double Room with Air Con)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627608/72b68664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Civic Guest House - Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Civic-Guest-House.h9627608.Hotel-Information)

Townsville

8.8/10

Excellent

(153)

"Nice clean room, A/C very noisy"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rafael

CA $62

CA $68 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Civic-Guest-House.h9627608.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629700/9629602/151818c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629700/9629602/c389d36b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room (Queen) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629700/9629602/39167890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room (Queen Single)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629700/9629602/04e52d79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kooyong Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Kooyong-Hotel.h9629602.Hotel-Information)

North Mackay

6.8/10

(214)

"Very cool 👍😎"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kathleen

CA $74

CA $82 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Kooyong-Hotel.h9629602.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628114/30b92a2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628114/a91eaa40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628114/e256bb41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Villa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628114/8376afb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Central Tourist Park

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Central-Tourist-Park.h9628114.Hotel-Information)

North Mackay

6.4/10

(108)

"The TV sounds wasn't working and the bed was too soft and uncomfortable"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Sandra

CA $101

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 25 - Dec 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Central-Tourist-Park.h9628114.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4115500/4115413/5a026007.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4115500/4115413/084b9d39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4115500/4115413/774d6f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4115500/4115413/fa5bd47a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Nomads Airlie Beach

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Nomads-Airlie-Beach.h4115413.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

7.2/10

Good

(171)

"Great location in Airlie- at the end of their main room. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Room conditions were great, folks in the room were amazing. Private room was also spacious and a lovely treat to end my stay in Airlie. "

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Tara

CA $167

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

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### Cascade Motel In Townsville

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Rosslea

9.4/10

Exceptional

(250)

"The room was clean and the kitchen well equipped. The staff were great, friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again."

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Deborah

CA $107

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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### Horseshoe Bay Resort

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Bowen

8.6/10

Excellent

(114)

"A lovely spot."

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Wendy

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### Motel Ingham

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Motel-Ingham.h35358579.Hotel-Information)

Ingham

7.8/10

Good

(139)

"Will stay again "

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ALLAN

CA $120

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Motel-Ingham.h35358579.Hotel-Information)

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### Palm Cove Studio Apartments

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Palm Cove

9.2/10

Wonderful

(27)

"Great accommodation in close proximity to Palm Beach esplanade."

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Janine

CA $137

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Palm-Cove-Studio-Apartments.h109310696.Hotel-Information)

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### Airlie Beach Hotel

Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD

CA $169

CA $187 total

Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026

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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

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87 Lake Street Cairns QLD

CA $106

CA $118 total

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

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7/10 Good! (998 reviews)

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23 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD

CA $142

CA $157 total

Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026

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7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)

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