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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hotels

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay."
Australia
Steven
The price is CA $166
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Airlie Beach Hotel
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,121 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is CA $115
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

3. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (819 reviews)
"The property was very clean and staff very attentive. I enjoyed the quite location close to water and local restaurants"
Australia
Aydin
The price is CA $176
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

4. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"This is one of the loveliest places I've stayed. The 1 bedroom apartment was the perfect size for one person or a couple. We had a full kitchen, big balcony and washing machine & dryer. The staff were really helpful and the pool and pool bar were perfect for a relaxing holiday. Would definitely recommend!"
Australia
Stephenie
The price is CA $242
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is CA $214
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A sign for a hotel with amenities including ocean views, a quiet location, full kitchens, fast internet, sky sport & movie channels, free beach towels & chairs, and a heated pool.

6. By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas
4.0 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (745 reviews)
"Spent the weekend in Port Douglas. By The Sea Port Douglas is perfectly situated for walking to the whole of Maccrosso. St, the Boat Shed, Rex Park and 4 Mile Beach. The property is really well maintained and the staff were excellent. I highly recommend this property."
Australia
Gary
The price is CA $151
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
By The Sea Port Douglas
A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

7. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Nice large pool. Restaurant attached was amazing. Apartment was large & had a big balcony. Not the nicest room but pretty good value."
Australia
Georgina
The price is CA $220
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Mantra Amphora
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

8. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Clean and in the middle of the city. Short walks too."
Australia
Geiza
The price is CA $152
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Benson Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

9. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (803 reviews)
"The ensuite cabin was bigger than excepted with a lovely veranda for sitting out. Great central location and although the front of the complex is a bar with music, the cabins at the back were really quiet."
United Kingdom
Barbara
The price is CA $88
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Magnums Airlie Beach
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

10. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is CA $151
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and an air conditioning unit.

11. Black Nugget Hotel

Black Nugget Hotel
3.0 star property
Moranbah
The price is CA $151
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Black Nugget Hotel
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and ocean, a white sofa, and a dining table.

12. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay"
Australia
Aaron
The price is CA $233
CA $256 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Crystalbrook Riley
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, beach, and lounge area.

13. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"very nice hotel, good location"
Australia
yifan
The price is CA $404
CA $448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Reef View Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a beach, a marina, and lush greenery.

14. Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (955 reviews)
"Book in for dinner or risk missing out."
Australia
Mandy
The price is CA $260
CA $286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Daydream Island Resort
A resort with multiple-story buildings, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

15. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
4.5 star property
Craiglie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Family of 4. Loved our stay."
Australia
Keith John
The price is CA $137
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas
Pool

16. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is CA $171
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A resort with a central swimming pool, surrounded by villas and palm trees, with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

17. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Craiglie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,049 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Brad
The price is CA $207
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
A pool surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

18. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (667 reviews)
"Lovely comfortable clean room"
Australia
Frank
The price is CA $152
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a bar.

19. Mantra PortSea

Mantra PortSea
4.0 star property
Port Douglas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"Great location and hotel."
Australia
Mel
The price is CA $211
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Mantra PortSea
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

20. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy parking, handy to airport."
Australia
Mary
The price is CA $145
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
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.
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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel
A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,440 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
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Stay near popular Great Barrier Reef attractions

A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

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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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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An aerial view of a coral reef with clear turquoise waters and sandy bottom.

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"The location of the hotel, on the marina was outstanding. Also, a short walk to the rest of the boardwalk where there were views, restaurants, bars, etc."
John 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Shangri-La The Marina, 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 $69 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
CA $69
CA $69 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 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

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