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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hotels

Suite | Balcony view

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay "
Australia
Jason
The price is CA $148
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Airlie Beach Hotel
Exterior

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (741 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
The price is CA $82
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Magnums Airlie Beach
Property grounds

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (872 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is CA $147
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Club Wyndham Mission Beach
Reception

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed 2 nights in the luxury suite and I recommend it to everyone. Everything is great at this hotel."
Australia
Massimo
The price is CA $156
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Land view from property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,038 reviews)
"Nice stay, staff are very nice"
Australia
Laura
The price is CA $162
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
View from room

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very helpful staff .. clean and comfortable room .. breakfast was amazing .. great location!"
Australia
ROSS
The price is CA $237
CA $261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel. Great amenities. Very helpful staff. Great location. Of all the hotels we have stayed in, this was our favorite. So nice to have laundry facilities too."
United States
Trudi
The price is CA $140
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Exterior

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"excellent hotel in a handy location "
Australia
Craig
The price is CA $367
CA $406 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Coral Sea Resort
Exterior

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (704 reviews)
"Room was a good size. I stayed in a queen suite which had a washer dryer combo. A great size balcony. Rain shower. "
Australia
Michelle
The price is CA $170
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Mantra Gladstone
Restaurant

Ingenia Holidays Conway Beach

Ingenia Holidays Conway Beach
3.0 star property
Conway
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice quiet place ..We will come back again ."
Australia
maria
The price is CA $94
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Ingenia Holidays Conway Beach
Outdoor pool

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (589 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is CA $159
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Executive Room, 1 Bedroom | Balcony view

Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"the hotel was good but during the night time, we would hear car/bike or people talking from other rooms/balcony."
Japan
sachi
The price is CA $124
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Palm Royale Cairns
Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the check-in in and out process easy "
United States
Christine
The price is CA $215
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Hilton Cairns
Outdoor pool

Ardo

Ardo
4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (338 reviews)
"Beautiful accomodation the views were breathtaking "
Australia
Rachel
The price is CA $203
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Ardo
Deluxe Double Room

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The room was amazing, & the staff was brilliant and lovely I would recommend coming and staying, the location is right in town close by to everything would definitely come back "
Australia
Charla
The price is CA $197
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Villa La Sini Yeppoon
Lake

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (465 reviews)
The price is CA $159
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Exterior

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Awesome staff beautiful location"
Australia
Steven
The price is CA $412
CA $456 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
The Elandra
Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (586 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is CA $141
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
ibis Mackay
Outdoor pool

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent location, amazing views but most importantly they have outstanding staff members that make every guest feel special. "
United States
Harjit
The price is CA $206
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Crystalbrook Flynn
Outdoor pool

Sovereign Resort Hotel

Sovereign Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Cooktown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, rooms clean and the central location was handy."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is CA $194
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Sovereign Resort Hotel
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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (829 reviews)
"Great stay, could hear the live music they have on a Sat and Sun from the pub on the corner which was great out on the balcony. Pool was great for the kids and great location to walk out to the main strip where there’s a playground on the foreshore and restaurants. Will stay again one day!"
Coral Sands Resort
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Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

Panoramic view of Cairns coastline in Queensland, Australia.

Cairns Esplanade

4.6/5 (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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Learn more about Great Barrier Reef

The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometers of coral, marine life and untouched white sand beaches.

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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Great location on the Esplanade. Breakfast is fantastic. Large room with a king bed and a balcony with two chairs and a small table."
Salvatore 2-night trip
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
The price is CA $78 per night from May 30 to May 31
CA $78
CA $78 total
May 30 - May 31
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

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Find out more about Great Barrier Reef

Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the vibrant underwater ecosystem with diverse marine species, perfect for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.
  • Beautiful Islands: Explore picturesque islands with pristine beaches, offering a tranquil escape amidst nature.
  • Exciting Reef Excursions: Enjoy guided tours that take you to the heart of the reef for unforgettable adventures.
  • Scenic Sailing Trips: Discover the beauty of the reef from the water on memorable sailing excursions.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy eco-friendly experiences that cater to all ages, making it a perfect family vacation spot.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is perfect for eco-friendly family vacations, offering a variety of activities such as marine adventures, swimming spots, and outdoor excursions. Visitors can enjoy day trips, explore recreational areas, shop, and even feed kangaroos. With its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife, this destination promises an unforgettable experience for everyone.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

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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.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny