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1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Laura

CA $149

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

2. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

Mary

CA $240

CA $240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Leonie

CA $193

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Alok

CA $242

CA $268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

5. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach

Leanne

CA $173

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

6. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Brian

CA $378

CA $378 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

7. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

Aydin

CA $271

CA $298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

8. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Port Douglas

david

CA $222

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

9. Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District

susan

CA $369

CA $406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

10. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Linda

CA $209

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Superior Apartment, Sea Views | Beach/ocean view

50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

11. By The Sea Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Wayne

CA $235

CA $259 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

5 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

12. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Charisse Mignon

CA $361

CA $397 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

13. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

Molly

CA $171

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

14. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

CA $312

CA $343 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

15. Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Port Douglas

Karen

CA $171

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

16. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Theodore

CA $159

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

17. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Craiglie

William Richard

CA $159

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

18. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

Chelsea

CA $142

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

19. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

Margaret

CA $265

CA $291 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

20. Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Chris

CA $269

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel

Grand Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | View from room

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

"My second time staying here and couldn’t recommended more. Staff is helpful, the room is perfectly clean and has everything you need, the bed is super comfy! Parking is free and the pool has a nice temperature. The property is very close to Trinity Beach and the neighborhood is safe. I will stay here again."

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The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove

"Great location near the Esplanade."

Aparthotel

Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"This was a very clean, well kept and well located apartment for a short stay!"

Aparthotel

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Beachside | Living area

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside | Terrace/patio

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Clifton Beach

"Having stayed there many times, its in a great location, away from the tourists in Palm Cove, but easy to get to for great restaurants in Palm Cove"

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Melaleuca Resort

Palm Cove

"Clean room, facilities great, location perfect."

Aparthotel

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"

Apartment

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove

"Nice location, very easy to walk to beach front and restaurants."

Aparthotel

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, LCD TV

Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

"The staff is very easy communication with. The room is clean and has everything we need."

Aparthotel

By The Sea Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Property was well located, clean and had everything we needed. The front desk host was very friendly and helpful with recommendations, etc."

Apartment

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Trinity Waters

Trinity Beach

"Perfect location and on a beautiful beach! Not too far from Cairns but far enough away to avoid the traffic and crowds. You can hear the surf at night and wake up to amazing sunrises."

Aparthotel

Shantara Apartment – Pool Private Deck Access Jacuzzi (Adults Only Resort) | Balcony view

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Port Douglas

"It was clean, tropical, well kept and close to everything."

Apartment

Premium One Bedroom Apartment (Guests 8 Years Old and Over Only) | Living area

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Clifton Beach

"Friendly and helpful staff Close to the beach"

Aparthotel

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"We loved our stay at Coral Sands a beautiful place we stayed in a 3 bedroom property it was a great size with a family of 6 everyone had there own space. The pool was only a few metres away with the beach right across the road. Great restaurants close by. A short drive to Cairns."

Aparthotel

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

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."

Aparthotel

Superior Three Bedroom Sea View Apartment | Terrace/patio

Superior Three Bedroom Sea View Apartment

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."

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Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

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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 pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

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 train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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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 beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and palm trees.

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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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"This place was amazing and better in person with all the wildlife around and relaxed atmosphere."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Staff was amazing . Joshua on the front desk had all the answers. Julie in the restaurant is the kindest soul. Many others I didn't note were also ,outstanding! Would definitely recommend and will definitely stay again!"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Shampoo/conditioner (combined) and body wash included, which was nice. Property was gorgeous and super clean. Great location. Staff are on-site 24/7! Muddy’s across the street was fantastic, and we saw numerous flying foxes feasting on fruits on the street outside! We loved staying here in the quieter part of Cairns. (:"

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great trip than you. loved the heated pool and great food."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

Hilton Cairns

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean, staff helpful. Parking good and reasonably priced."

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"I recomend the Horizon club"

Reef View Hotel

8/10 Good

"Breakfast buffet was great with a wide selection of food. Beach area was beautiful with lots of activities to do. Hamilton island is a great location to get to the whitehaven beach. Our hotel room was spacious and has stunning view of the bay. However, the room is showing its age and the bathroom smelled musty and window screen was torn and dirty. The bedroom floor was a bit sticky not sure what they use for cleaning so wear slippers. Birds were plenty and nice to see but can get aggressive with food around flying to tables for scraps. Overall outside of the minor issues, great place to vacation in."

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent

"In our three weeks of travel through numerous hotels and multiple countries, we found your hotel to be the friendliest and best laid out of the places we stayed. Your staff made the difference in our stay as they ALL were exceptional and always met us with a smile and BULA BULA. We will definitely return in the near future."

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD

CA $70

CA $70 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

includes taxes & fees

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD

CA $78

CA $87 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (93 reviews)

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD

CA $84

CA $94 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (782 reviews)

YHA Cairns Central

20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD

CA $92

CA $101 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (240 reviews)

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD

CA $109

CA $119 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

includes taxes & fees

6.4/10 (326 reviews)

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD

CA $117

CA $129 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

includes taxes & fees

4.8/10 (26 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.

Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Barrier Reef

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Consider bundling your trip: You can save some money by combining your hotel stay for the Great Barrier Reef with your flights and activities through an Expedia package.

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.

Calendar Month	Temperature	Precipitation	Cloudiness
January	79.5°F (26.4°C)	Frequent Rain	Mostly Cloudy
February	79.5°F (26.4°C)	Moderate Rain	Mostly Cloudy
March	76.5°F (24.7°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Sunny
April	72.3°F (22.4°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Sunny
May	66.6°F (19.2°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny
June	62.6°F (17.0°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny
July	63.9°F (17.7°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny
August	63.5°F (17.5°C)	No Rain	Sunny
September	68.4°F (20.2°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny
October	72.5°F (22.5°C)	No Rain	Mostly Sunny
November	76.5°F (24.7°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Sunny
December	78.3°F (25.7°C)	Light Rain	Mostly Sunny

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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hotels

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Mantra Amphora

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

5. Airlie Beach Hotel

6. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

7. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

8. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

9. Crystalbrook Riley

10. Cairns Plaza Hotel

11. By The Sea Port Douglas

12. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

13. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

14. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

15. Oaks Port Douglas Resort

16. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

17. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

18. Coral Tree Inn

19. Crystalbrook Flynn

20. Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Trinity Collective

The Reef Retreat

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Melaleuca Resort

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Cairns Beach Resort

By The Sea Port Douglas

Trinity Waters

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Coral Sands Resort

Bellevue At Trinity Beach

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Marlin Marina

Palm Cove Beach

Whitehaven Beach

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Macrossan Street

Four Mile Beach

Daintree Rainforest

Learn more about Great Barrier Reef

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Whitsunday Apartments

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Hilton Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

The Espy Hostel

Magnums Airlie Beach

YHA Cairns Central

Mid City Motor Inn

The Reef Motel

Hotels in Great Barrier Reef with star rating

Find out more about Great Barrier Reef

Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Barrier Reef

Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

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