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1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
CA $181
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Pacific Hotel Cairns

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
Australia
Britney
CA $197
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Airlie Beach Hotel

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Alok
CA $187
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United Kingdom
Laura
CA $162
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

5. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Nino
CA $156
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

6. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
Earlville
Australia
Rachel
CA $144
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Cairns Southgate Hotel

7. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
Australia
Gary
CA $258
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Mantra Amphora

8. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Australia
david
CA $223
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

9. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
Australia
daniel
CA $153
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10. Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Oaks Port Douglas Resort
Port Douglas
Canada
Karen
CA $155
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Oaks Port Douglas Resort

11. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Alexander Derk Van
CA $316
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

12. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
CA $262
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

13. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
United States
Gagandeep
CA $361
CA $398 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

14. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
Craiglie
Australia
William Richard
CA $161
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

15. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Port Douglas
Australia
Molly
CA $188
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

16. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Margaret
CA $263
CA $289 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Crystalbrook Flynn

17. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Recky
CA $138
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Oceanfront Cairns

18. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Genaviv
CA $261
CA $287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Pullman Cairns International

19. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Anne
CA $110
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

20. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
Palm Cove
United States
Zoran
CA $207
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

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Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
Trinity Beach
"Lovely place."
Trinity Collective
Aparthotel

Melaleuca Resort

Melaleuca Resort
Palm Cove
"Clean room, facilities great, location perfect."
Melaleuca Resort
Aparthotel

Bellevue At Trinity Beach

Bellevue At Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach
"The 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment was clean, well appointed and well located. Very spacious unit with everything you would need and beautiful ocean views from the large deck."
Bellevue At Trinity Beach
Aparthotel

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
Aparthotel

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"The host was amazing. Great check-in process and very helpful. View from the room was excellent and location was great."
Roydon Beachfront Apartments
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Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
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Le Cher Du Monde

Le Cher Du Monde
Port Douglas
"Perfect location"
Le Cher Du Monde
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Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Port Douglas
"Check in was quick and easy, rooms were clean and spacious and the hotel pools were great. All round fantastic place to stay."
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Aparthotel

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach
"This was a very clean, well kept and well located apartment for a short stay!"
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
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Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
"Pool and hot tub are very nice."
Drift Palm Cove
Aparthotel

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
Holloways Beach
"The staff is very easy communication with. The room is clean and has everything we need."
Cairns Beach Resort
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Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Palm Cove
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
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Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Clifton Beach
"Fabulous location in a beachfront apartment. Loved the pool and our wonderful sea views. Bus stop nearby for easy access into Cairns"
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
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Mantra Aqueous on Port

Mantra Aqueous on Port
Port Douglas
"Enjoyed the spa bath on the balcony and location was perfect"
Mantra Aqueous on Port
Aparthotel

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
Cairns Central Business District
"I stayed in August & the weather was good. I enjoyed the pool & had a pleasant stay"
Cascade Gardens
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Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (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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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and green hills.

Whitehaven Beach

9.6/10 (822 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.
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A marina with numerous yachts docked, surrounded by water and greenery.

Hamilton Island Marina

9.2/10 (1,082 reviews)
Cruise in for a visit or begin your boating adventure in the Great Barrier Reef from this world-class marina and make use of its fantastic facilities and great dining.
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A street lined with trees decorated with lights, a bar named 'IRON BAR', and parked cars.

Macrossan Street

9.2/10 (1,937 reviews)
During your visit to Port Douglas, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush greenery.

Four Mile Beach

9.2/10 (1,998 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.
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Daintree Rainforest

9.4/10 (647 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Daintree Rainforest, a lovely green space in Diwan. Wander the rainforest and riverfront while you're in the area.
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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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Two scuba divers exploring a vibrant coral reef with various colorful corals and marine life.
Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Greaaaaaaaaaaaaaatttttttttt"
Peter 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Coral Sea Resort
Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and amazing vibe"
Leanne 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Airlie Beach Hotel
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

8/10 Good
"Well located, walking distance from esplanade. Good breakfast and rooms were clean."
Carlos Martinez 5-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is an excellent location. Minutes from the marina, aquarium (well worth the visit) and shopping. There are a lot of great upgrades and this is very clean. The staff was ultra friendly and could not have been more accommodating. This is truly a mom and pop 5 star hotel, and make sure you engage with Peter. You will feel the pride and caring he has in his hotel."
Bryan 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

8/10 Good
"In the centre of town. Great staff who helped me book a tour. Rooms are not sound proof so kept getting woken up from people coming home at early hours. Would stay again though"
Kelly 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Magnums Airlie Beach
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Spectacular views from our balcony and lots of birds and wallabies! Staff were very helpful. Free shuttle was great! Beach was a very short walk from the property! Will definitely be back."
Emilene 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Whitsunday Apartments
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Had an amazing stay! The staff was all so sweet!"
Micheala 3-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"hotel rooms were not luxorious but great location and views. only stopped one night"
Yvonne 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent
"Being a first time to your Resort the Concierge wasn't helpful at all which was really disappointing . Your staff in the resort was amazing as . they helped us direct us and explain everything i cannot fault them at all very good . I went back the next day and the concierge was very helpful wasn't he some one maybe something you could follow up on as i wouldn't someone else experiencing that at such a gorgeous 5 star resort"
LUCIA 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
CA $69
CA $69 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD
CA $82
CA $92 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (782 reviews)
Magnums Airlie Beach
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
CA $88
CA $97 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (93 reviews)
The Espy Hostel
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD
CA $94
CA $103 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (238 reviews)
YHA Cairns Central
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD
CA $108
CA $119 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
includes taxes & fees
6.4/10 (326 reviews)
Mid City Motor Inn
The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD
CA $117
CA $129 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
The Reef Motel

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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

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