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Suite | Balcony view

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Super convenient location, great pizza and bar!"
Australia
Lynda
The price is CA $156
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Airlie Beach Hotel
On the beach, beach towels

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is in perfect location, close to the beach, pools and food :) I cannot recommend the hotel enough!"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is CA $403
CA $446 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Reef View Hotel
Exterior

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
The price is CA $412
CA $456 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Elandra
Exterior

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent place and great location."
Australia
Samir
The price is CA $301
CA $333 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Coral Sea Resort
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, right across to the marina terminal. Great if you travel with young children"
Australia
Jollina
The price is CA $317
CA $349 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is CA $207
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Pacific Hotel Cairns
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is CA $526
CA $579 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Mirage Whitsundays
Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (596 reviews)
"Great location to be so close to airport - good services available"
Australia
Melissa
The price is CA $121
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
ibis Mackay
Property grounds

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
The price is CA $214
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Club Wyndham Mission Beach
Exterior

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
The price is CA $181
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Mantra Gladstone
Executive King Apartment | Beach/ocean view

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort
4.0 star property
Bowen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (791 reviews)
"Awesome, room was immaculate, had everything you would need, walk to beach with bunnies and just a brilliant place to stay! Wish we could stay longer 👍"
United Kingdom
neil
The price is CA $153
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Whitsunday Sands Resort
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (566 reviews)
"Nice and handy location to the beach bars and restaurants.Bungalow was comfortable and we had fresh towels etc each day."
Australia
Julie
The price is CA $399
CA $442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Palm Bungalows
Exterior

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (755 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
The price is CA $84
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Magnums Airlie Beach
Property grounds

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is CA $164
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (601 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is CA $158
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Property grounds

Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very clean Very neat staff Very helpful nice clean rooms 👌"
Australia
David
The price is CA $135
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Rainforest Motel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Will stay here again. "
Australia
Mallison
The price is CA $123
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Seahaven Resort
Outdoor pool

Sovereign Resort Hotel

Sovereign Resort Hotel
4.0 star property
Cooktown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, rooms clean and the central location was handy."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is CA $293
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Sovereign Resort Hotel
King Room with Spa | View from room

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is CA $136
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Heritage Cairns
Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Overall great stay good location perfect staff"
Australia
Damien
The price is CA $268
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hilton Cairns
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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Aparthotel
Outdoor pool
Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very clean, tidy & staff were very friendly."
Trinity Collective
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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.
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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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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

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Attentive staff, excellent facilities and everything was clean and well maintained"
Janine 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton 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 $67 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $67
CA $67 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 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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