Title: 3 Stars Hotels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific from CA $63 - Find Cheap Great Barrier Reef Hotels With 3 Stars | Expedia.ca

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# 3 Stars Hotels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific from CA $63

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## Check availability on Great Barrier Reef 3 Star Hotels

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## Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef 3-star hotels

![Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/a8903305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/a0487fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/ff974b3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airlie Beach Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1003)

"Great stay great price "

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

Neil

CA $218

CA $242 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/e4dfe0b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/af5a5979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (AUD 12.50 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/b4b12f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/ea1feaea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hides Hotel Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Hides-Hotel-Cairns.h455923.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

7.2/10

Good

(1002)

"Everything was great"

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

David

CA $105

CA $117 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Hides-Hotel-Cairns.h455923.Hotel-Information)

![Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 22 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64900/64844/44b1164f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64900/64844/89f79f0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64900/64844/4d76bf5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64900/64844/2df0a733.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rydges Southbank Townsville

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Rydges-Southbank-Townsville.h64844.Hotel-Information)

South Townsville

7.8/10

Good

(1002)

"Nice hotel "

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

Vannessa

CA $142

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Rydges-Southbank-Townsville.h64844.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201400/201315/b6e6ec85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201400/201315/7b0c2b09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201400/201315/77f1763b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201400/201315/8be0743b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

###  Hotel Tropiq

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information)

Cairns North

7.0/10

Good

(483)

"Helpful staff, basic but adequate room for an overnight stay. Lovely pool, but experience spoilt by loud, drinking, smoking guests who were 'camped' by the pool."

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

Christine

CA $94

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629170/e4bc0f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629170/19f3719e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luna Blu - Property Adjacent | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629170/587f74da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629170/b1425700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bayview Tower

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Yeppoon-Hotels-Bayview-Tower.h9629170.Hotel-Information)

Yeppoon

7.8/10

Good

(767)

"The View was absolutely stunning. The room was clean and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The breakfast which was included was very nice. Just what we needed before a long road trip. We will definitely be returning."

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

Renus

CA $150

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Yeppoon-Hotels-Bayview-Tower.h9629170.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/e66ebbe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/bcd80050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Room with Spa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/736b4287.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/c32c6df2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritage Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Heritage-Cairns.h3429770.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.8/10

Excellent

(965)

"Friendly staff, centrally located "

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

Daniel

CA $115

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Heritage-Cairns.h3429770.Hotel-Information)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3690000/3688100/3688067/6aca0e72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3690000/3688100/3688067/487f7c9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Apartment | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3690000/3688100/3688067/9c1aa4f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3690000/3688100/3688067/74a942f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bohemia Resort Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Bohemia-Resort-Cairns.h3688067.Hotel-Information)

Cairns North

6.4/10

(1001)

"Very good for stay will come back next time "

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

Tu

CA $57

CA $63 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 23 - Dec 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Bohemia-Resort-Cairns.h3688067.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/987100/987098/ff9faf60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Small Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/987100/987098/5dc522ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/987100/987098/11a9aa52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/987100/987098/a8ed0315.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Seahaven Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Seagulls-Resort-On-The-Seafront.h987098.Hotel-Information)

Belgian Gardens

8.4/10

Very good

(204)

"Great place to stay "

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

Paul

CA $115

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 23 - Dec 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Seagulls-Resort-On-The-Seafront.h987098.Hotel-Information)

![Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/453600/453594/60eb7eaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/453600/453594/433e2b28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/453600/453594/48c7c9a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/453600/453594/c554bd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Gladstone

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Rydges-Gladstone.h453594.Hotel-Information)

Gladstone Central

7.8/10

Good

(565)

"Location and nice staff"

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

Nitin

CA $100

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Rydges-Gladstone.h453594.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423673/8b7d6e02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423673/a5477aa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423673/1cd718ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423673/4472c38c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Centrepoint Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockhampton-Hotels-Centrepoint-Motor-Inn.h423673.Hotel-Information)

Rockhampton City

8.0/10

Very good

(577)

"Staff were lively and the room was clean. "

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

Ian

CA $89

CA $98 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockhampton-Hotels-Centrepoint-Motor-Inn.h423673.Hotel-Information)

![Two Bedroom Apartment  | Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/70c7069b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/99a4f515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Queen Apartment  | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/95e32335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Apartment ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/a5a9e3a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Madison Ocean Breeze

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Madison-Ocean-Breeze.h31819322.Hotel-Information)

North Ward

8.8/10

Excellent

(583)

"Love staying here. Is central to everything and staff are lovely "

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

Tori

CA $154

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Townsville-Hotels-Madison-Ocean-Breeze.h31819322.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/d4066e23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (AUD 10 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/f28a36b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/c3e31949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Regional cuisine, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/3f23f27d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial Palms Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Colonial-Palms-Motor-Inn.h1306.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1000)

"This is a lovely place to stay for a few days ,the staff were very welcoming ,the pool was so nice ,would certainly go again "

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

carol

CA $186

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Colonial-Palms-Motor-Inn.h1306.Hotel-Information)

![Standard King  | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7510000/7507400/7507381/db362031.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7510000/7507400/7507381/b4ce7dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room (Standard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7510000/7507400/7507381/c68cafa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7510000/7507400/7507381/6ca546b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mid City Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Mid-City-Motor-Inn.h7507381.Hotel-Information)

City Centre

8.4/10

Very good

(706)

"Great location on the river a short walk to shops and restaurants "

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

Alistair

CA $109

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mackay-Hotels-Mid-City-Motor-Inn.h7507381.Hotel-Information)

![King Split + balcony (Pool view)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14830000/14823400/14823316/30893bfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14830000/14823400/14823316/d9aaa4ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14830000/14823400/14823316/26588038.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14830000/14823400/14823316/0730ec30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alivio Hotel Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Sunshine-Tower-Hotel.h14823316.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.4/10

Very good

(615)

"The room was clean, cool and quiet and the bed was comfortable. I would happily stay there again."

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

Annette

CA $125

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Sunshine-Tower-Hotel.h14823316.Hotel-Information)

![Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629758/3855c2e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629758/fcc5826f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Queen Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629758/446db715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629758/986d04a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Metro Motel Rockhampton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockhampton-Hotels-Metro-Motel-Rockhampton.h9629758.Hotel-Information)

Rockhampton City

8.2/10

Very good

(417)

"Suitable for its purpose and close to places to eat "

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

Kellie

CA $100

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockhampton-Hotels-Metro-Motel-Rockhampton.h9629758.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523400/523374/966a2cda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523400/523374/b9a8f107.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523400/523374/571ba923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523400/523374/07d4c6eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cairns Queens Court

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Queens-Court.h523374.Hotel-Information)

Cairns North

7.6/10

Good

(1004)

"There was no menu for the breakfast. It was a set menu."

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

Nickeel

CA $78

CA $86 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026

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### Shoredrive Motel

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North Ward

8.0/10

Very good

(627)

"As far as motels go this place was great! Super clean and location was perfect for a one night stay. We also had our dog with us and they were super accommodating. Happy with the price and staff were super friendly. Recommend to all :) "

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Eva

CA $90

CA $99 total

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Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

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### Heron Island Resort

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Heron Island

8.4/10

Very good

(297)

"Paradise on the outer reef surrounded by nesting turtles, nesting birds and all marine creatures"

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Penelope

CA $287

CA $319 total

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Dec 24 - Dec 25

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### Coral Tree Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Coral-Tree-Inn.h522341.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.0/10

Very good

(1002)

"Very nice friendly staff! Enjoyed my stay !!"

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Shankar

CA $116

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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### Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

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Norman Gardens

8.4/10

Very good

(1002)

"Was a great place to stay"

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Dean

CA $133

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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### Cairns Colonial Club Resort

18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD

CA $115

CA $127 total

Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026

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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)

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409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD

CA $92

CA $102 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

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### The Ville Resort - Casino

Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD

CA $220

CA $242 total

Dec 22 - Dec 23

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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

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