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## Browse Select Great Barrier Reef Motels

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29870000/29861300/29861215/ed9f9268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor wedding area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29870000/29861300/29861215/4bd31ace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29870000/29861300/29861215/c22286b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29870000/29861300/29861215/d3f9e291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Malanda Lodge

Malanda

9.0/10

Wonderful

(205)

"Big rooms & a great pool! "

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

Bevan

CA $124

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 4 - Dec 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Malanda-Hotels-Malanda-Lodge-Motel.h29861215.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)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/368a895c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/e34f8f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Queen Room with Single and Balcony and Bayview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1306/8c170a0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Airlie Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1005)

"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 $134

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17904000/17903932/8f4c64c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17904000/17903932/c3d90914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio with Ocean View  | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17904000/17903932/c29d825b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17910000/17904000/17903932/cf13eeb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cardwell Beachfront Motel

Cardwell

9.4/10

Exceptional

(217)

"Will definitely stay here again! "

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

Lars

CA $125

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cardwell-Hotels-Cardwell-Beachfront-Motel.h17903932.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128000/74127920/43db7f98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128000/74127920/91ac81c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128000/74127920/c4c07212.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74130000/74128000/74127920/c81dadf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Koorawatha Homestead Motel

Bororen

9.6/10

Exceptional

(182)

"We enjoyed our stay here"

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

Jason

CA $153

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bororen-Hotels-Koorawatha-Homestead-Motel.h74127920.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627600/9627509/8c535dc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627600/9627509/501c3575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Room 5 night)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627600/9627509/0314b38e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Comfort House | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627600/9627509/dfddf978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Yeppoon Surfside Motel

Yeppoon

9.0/10

Wonderful

(204)

"Short one night stay, clean rooms. Check in lady was very helpful. Easy walking to many dining options. Playground and waterpark very cloae for familys."

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

Benjamin

CA $197

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Yeppoon-Hotels-Yeppoon-Surfside-Motel.h9627509.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17470000/17469400/17469328/2e072a1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17470000/17469400/17469328/2e93d3ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17470000/17469400/17469328/f1ee3007.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17470000/17469400/17469328/ce95280b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sail Inn Motel

Yeppoon

9.2/10

Wonderful

(377)

"Clean, central, nice accommodation "

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

Chris

CA $129

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Yeppoon-Hotels-Sail-Inn-Motel.h17469328.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629197/fd99b715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629197/cbd37a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629197/6ec17378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629197/f86385f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Coast Motel

Taranganba

9.0/10

Wonderful

(264)

"Lovely quiet place to stay"

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

Emily

CA $144

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 3 - Dec 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taranganba-Hotels-The-Coast-Motel.h9629197.Hotel-Information)

![Classic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120080000/120074900/120074801/98a73ff0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120080000/120074900/120074801/247747cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120080000/120074900/120074801/62880ced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120080000/120074900/120074801/0ce2c371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pearly Shell Motel

Bowen

9.2/10

Wonderful

(5)

"Great value ,clean and central location. Friendly staff."

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

Frank

CA $99

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 4 - Dec 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bowen-Hotels-Pearly-Shell-Motel.h120074801.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/ac935514.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![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)

![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)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/a1d2f38e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heritage Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

8.8/10

Excellent

(955)

"Good location, friendly staff, secure car parking & a spacious room. "

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

Karen

CA $144

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

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

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69270000/69260200/69260188/d03780d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69270000/69260200/69260188/d7823728.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69270000/69260200/69260188/07619ba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69270000/69260200/69260188/da921736.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### CQ Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

9.6/10

Exceptional

(160)

"This is our third time to stay at the property and it was a excellent experience as always, The staff are helpful and friendly, and all the amenities I needed were provided."

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

Jennifer

CA $108

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-CQ-Motel-Gladstone.h69260188.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624641/a7750eb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624641/40c0ea7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624641/db57feae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624641/0e23d8e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Moore Park Beach Motel

Moore Park Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(122)

"Wonderful place to stay with our pup. Close to off leash beach & next to puppy park. Super clean, friendly, helpful owners. Definitely would stay again."

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

Frank

CA $130

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bundaberg-Hotels-Moore-Park-Beach-Motel.h9624641.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33830000/33822500/33822420/94283d54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33830000/33822500/33822420/f37cf4de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33830000/33822500/33822420/bf4460b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Room | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33830000/33822500/33822420/daab4006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Opal Ridge Motel

Collinsville

9.4/10

Exceptional

(37)

"Amazing food and staff 10 out off 10 "

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

Malcolm

CA $141

CA $156 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Collinsville-Hotels-Opal-Ridge-Motel.h33822420.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)

![Deluxe Twin Room, Terrace | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114709700/114709694/1d6b7e0c.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)

### Mission Beach Lodge

Mission Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(28)

"Very friendly staff. "

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

Aaron James

CA $94

CA $104 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 4 - Dec 5

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

![Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721100/9721058/a77118d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721100/9721058/c8f963c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721100/9721058/db8c4f50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721100/9721058/5d7d7cc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Whitsunday Sands Resort

Bowen

9.4/10

Exceptional

(761)

"I arrived a bit early and the staff were only too happy to let me check in. Explained the area well, and the views from my room were brilliant. Will defiantly stay there again "

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

Brett

CA $160

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 4 - Dec 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bowen-Hotels-Whitsunday-Sands-Resort.h9721058.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628000/9627930/de75a8a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628000/9627930/385828e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628000/9627930/2baf23e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628000/9627930/101395d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tannum on the Beach Motel

Tannum Sands

9.6/10

Exceptional

(137)

"Excellent position right adjacent to the beach, immaculate, good value, comfortable bed and room "

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

Stephanie

CA $133

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gladstone-Hotels-Tannum-On-The-Beach-Motel.h9627930.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595455/91487c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595455/8cf75544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595455/de299109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single Bed)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595455/84703d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas

9.6/10

Exceptional

(531)

"Room very nice and clean. Staff very nice and helpful. "

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

Rebecca

CA $131

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Port-Douglas-Motel.h3595455.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9780000/9777300/9777286/65f2a2b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9780000/9777300/9777286/93691985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9780000/9777300/9777286/1c194a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9780000/9777300/9777286/e56b8f60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

Cannonvale

8.2/10

Very good

(224)

"Nice clean and close to pub "

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

John

CA $110

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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### Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay

9.6/10

Exceptional

(133)

"Fantastic motel, would definitely stay here again."

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Jane

CA $117

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

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### Reef Palms Motel

Cairns North

8.2/10

Very good

(848)

"Friendly staff. Place is dated but has a nice pool."

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Michael

CA $110

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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### Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

9.6/10

Exceptional

(636)

"The place was wonderful "

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Dusty

CA $116

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Lazy-Lizard-Motor-Inn.h13186.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

![Crystalbrook Riley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/ec509db7_y.jpg)

### Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent

"First room was 106 very dissapointed stuck at side of building no view should ba a transit room, once i mentioned it we were up graded straight away to pool view room and lovely balcony. Very impressed with this. All staff were wonderful n attentive. Will definately come again. "

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![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/615d0f29_y.jpg)

### Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff on reception and in the bar. The room was spacious with a comfy bed and good air conditioning."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)

![Crystalbrook Bailey](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/4db34287_y.jpg)

### Crystalbrook Bailey

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff, beautiful location "

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![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat."

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![Reef View Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2160000/2159100/2159076/1d7ccc69_y.jpg)

### Reef View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very nice, magnificent view and the staff werr very helpful. "

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![Daydream Island Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/63ad9d33_y.jpg)

### Daydream Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful spot, the rooms were clean and beds were good. Everything is within easy walking distance. The restaurants have smaller menus but the meals are very nice especially at Infinity. Our 2 boys (10 and 12) did the Reef Ranger activities and they loved every bit of it, the staff were fantastic and let us tag a long with the boys well worth the price. Lovers Cove snorkelling and sunsets are amazing."

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![Coral Sea Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/77596742_y.jpg)

### Coral Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent

"View from our room was stunning. Room was very clean and presentable. Good options for the continental breakfast. Very easy walking distance to town and the Coral Sea Marina. Only downside was restaurant closed very early, even on a Friday night. Lots of kids in and around the pool. Didn’t worry us but worth noting. Overall, great place to stay in Airlie. We will definitely return "

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### The Ville Resort - Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Grest"

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### Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Didn't spend much time there, but the area felt safe, the rooms were clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful."

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## Find out more about Great Barrier Reef

## Great Barrier Reef Motels information

| Number of reviews | 7,012 |
| --- | --- |
| Accommodation | 152 Motels |
| Lowest Price | CA $104 |
| Highest Price | CA $219 |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the nightly rate for a motel in Great Barrier Reef?

> You can find a great deal from CA $104 on Great Barrier Reef motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Great Barrier Reef motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.

### Is it better to stay in a Great Barrier Reef motel or hotel?

> Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.