Title: Visit Great Barrier Reef: Best of Great Barrier Reef Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.ca/Great-Barrier-Reef-Hotels.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.ca/Great-Barrier-Reef-Vacation-Rentals.d6061129.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Great Barrier Reef Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Car-Rental-Guide)[Great Barrier Reef Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Great Barrier Reef ## Travel Guide ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29303-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29303-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Great Barrier Reef](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/515000/515141-great-barrier-reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great Barrier Reef](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/515000/515047-great-barrier-reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29308-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29308-Great-Barrier-Reef.jpg) ![Great Barrier Reef](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/515000/515118-great-barrier-reef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Barrier Reef Where to stay Things to do #### 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. ### Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/512000/512851-palm-cove.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Palm Cove Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Palm-Cove.dx177486) ![Cairns featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40310-Marlin-Marina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns Central Business District 4.5/5(72 area reviews) Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tropical North Waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Cairns-Central-Business-District.dx6268031) ![Trinity Beach which includes landscape views, surfing and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40297-Trinity-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trinity Beach Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Trinity-Beach.dx12091) ![Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a pool and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/29000/29324-Cairns-Esplanade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns North Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Cairns-North.dx6131529) ![Clifton Beach featuring mountains, golf and a luxury hotel or resort](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35663-Clifton-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Clifton Beach Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Clifton-Beach.dx177548) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/512000/512945-yorkeys-knob.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yorkeys Knob Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Yorkeys-Knob.dx6047619) - Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/f46c662b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $108 CA $118 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Food and beverage service appalling but love the resort overall Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/71185deb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD CA $325 CA $357 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Pretty resort, lovely food, reception staff were friendly, pool bar staff were not attentive. The room was a great size and had a awesome view. Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=8065&PinnedHotelID=8065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD CA $167 CA $184 total Dec 21 - Dec 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Better than expected room and hotel. Staff should try to be more friendly. Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%2F2025&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) [See all 4,968 properties in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F12%2F2025&endDate=14%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6061129) 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. ![Whitsunday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/38d864b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Whitsunday Apartments 14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,524 reviews) Room was well equipped and clean apart from some small cockroaches. Staff were friendly. Great location and pool. Loved the Cockatoos on the balcony. Fantastic views. Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) ![Southern Cross Atrium Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119300/1119287/a60f0bb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southern Cross Atrium Apartments 3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,597 reviews) Lovely clean unit, with amenities closa by Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Atrium-Apartments.h1119287.Hotel-Information) ![Mirage Whitsundays](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11070000/11066300/11066236/1c0aec6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mirage Whitsundays 11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (750 reviews) We loved this place! Our apartment was wonderful..comfortable, clean and the view!!! Staff were all very nice, breakfast was ok…typical and as expected. We stayed an extra day and are so glad we did! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Vacation-Attraction) ![Whitehaven Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/482000/482681-Whitsunday-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whitehaven Beach 5/5(39 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Whitehaven-Beach-Whitsundays.d6152056.Vacation-Attraction) ![Airlie Beach Lagoon showing tropical scenes, a pool and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176791-Airlie-Beach-Lagoon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Airlie Beach Lagoon 4.5/5(19 reviews) Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas. [](https://expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Lagoon-Airlie-Beach.d6283231.Vacation-Attraction) ![Port of Airlie showing a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176821-Port-Of-Airlie.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Airlie 4.5/5(13 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Airlie-Airlie-Beach.d553248621592884319.Vacation-Attraction) ![Four Mile Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60836-Four-Miles-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Four Mile Beach 4.5/5(16 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Four-Mile-Beach-Port-Douglas.d6047615.Vacation-Attraction) ![Catseye Beach which includes sailing and a beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176720-Catseye-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catseye Beach 4.5/5(12 reviews) Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches. 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