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1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United States
Larry
CA $115
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
Australia
Steven
CA $169
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Airlie Beach Hotel

3. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Aydin
CA $175
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

4. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Stephenie
CA $243
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United Kingdom
Ben
CA $214
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

6. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Craig
CA $190
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Crystalbrook Bailey

7. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
Australia
Georgina
CA $219
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Mantra Amphora

8. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Kalin
CA $151
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Pacific Hotel Cairns

9. Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
United Kingdom
Barbara
CA $82
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Magnums Airlie Beach

10. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
yifan
CA $404
CA $447 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Reef View Hotel

11. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Port Douglas
Australia
Frank
CA $160
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Suzanne
CA $167
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

13. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
vicki
CA $151
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

14. By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas
Port Douglas
United States
Wayne
CA $161
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
By The Sea Port Douglas

15. Black Nugget Hotel

Black Nugget Hotel
Moranbah
CA $150
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Black Nugget Hotel

16. Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
Whitsundays
Australia
Mandy
CA $275
CA $302 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Daydream Island Resort

17. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Aaron
CA $240
CA $264 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Crystalbrook Riley

18. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Jim
CA $125
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Benson Hotel

19. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Craiglie
United States
Brad
CA $207
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

20. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Mary
CA $145
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
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Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef

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Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Communication with the apartment managers was excellent. Very attentive and informative. Reception had a very good choice of information available for all trips in the area. Apartment had everything you needed for your stay. Great location, great service and quiet area. Plenty of local eating places and close to Cairns for all those reef trips"
Roydon Beachfront Apartments
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Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort
Trinity Beach
"It’s in a great location, close to shops and food outlets, with a bus stop right across the road. The beautiful beach is also just a few steps away. Highly recommended!"
Coral Sands Resort
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Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"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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The Reef Retreat

The Reef Retreat
Palm Cove
"Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
The Reef Retreat
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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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Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Clifton Beach
"One of the best appartments we have ever stayed at and we have been travelling for 3 months all over the world! Clean, modern, spacious, kitchen was great and air con was amazing would certainly book here again."
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
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Melaleuca Resort

Melaleuca Resort
Palm Cove
"Clean room, facilities great, location perfect."
Melaleuca Resort
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Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
Port Douglas
"It was clean, tropical, well kept and close to everything."
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
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Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
Palm Cove
"fantastic location near the beach and cafes and restaurants. Spacious and clean room. The room has everything you needed, like a full sized fridge. The facility also has a communal kitchen and washing machine. Love it"
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
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Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Port Douglas
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
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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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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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Mantra Aqueous on Port

Mantra Aqueous on Port
Port Douglas
"The perfect location! So easy to walk to the shops and beach. Direct access to the pool was also wonderful! Highly recommend, we had such a lovely stay!"
Mantra Aqueous on Port
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Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only
Port Douglas
"Great location. Close to beach and shops."
Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only
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Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
Holloways Beach
"Nice accommodation"
Cairns Beach Resort
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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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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 beach with palm trees and a calm sea.

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 marina with numerous yachts docked, a large sailboat with a distinctive sail, and a building with a modern design in the background.

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 coastal landscape with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and lush green hills in the background.

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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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 marina with two sailboats docked, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

Port of Airlie

9.0/10 (1,391 reviews)
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
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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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An aerial view of a coral reef with clear turquoise waters and sandy bottom.

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Honestly for the price it was excellent I am not sure about the lower rooms but I went for the executive ocean queen room and the view was stunning. The building on the outside is run down but the inside is good the rooms are clean and the food from room service was actually really good. For the price I was super happy and would stay here again when I come back. Bathroom etc not modern but clean and what I needed. Staff were friendly, I understand the other reviews however go for the queen ocean room and its fantastic value for money"
Amy Irene 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel in an excellent location in Cairns. Lots of food options very close and proximity to the night markets is nice as well. Rooms are very well maintained and in like new condition. Would stay here again next time I’m in Cairns."
Travis 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"No complaints beautiful location"
Said Amir 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Large, very comfortable room. Great location. Very quiet…didn’t hear any other guests in adjoining rooms for our entire stay. Staff was very pleasant and helpful."
Lisette 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location, walking distance to most things :) Pool is beautiful, pool bar drinks/food options are great! Staff were helpful & happy everyday :) View from room was AMAZING, my request was met! Can’t wait to be back, relaxing holiday:)"
Stephanie 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

8/10 Good
"Clean"
Sanita 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mantra Esplanade
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
Ben 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We had a lovely stay in the queen cabin – it was nice and spacious! Being right next to the Wi-Fi area meant we could get online easily (though not all rooms have in-room access). The mattress wasn’t the best, but otherwise the room was comfortable. It was also generally quiet (although we stayed mid-week so it wasn’t very busy). The staff were lovely and friendly, and the kitchen had everything you need to make a quick lunch or dinner. There’s a Woolworths supermarket about 30 seconds walk from the kitchen too."
Stephen 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Magnums Airlie Beach
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent
"Nice resort, just a little outdated"
James 4-night trip
Posted 7 days 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
Oct 30 - Oct 31
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD
CA $82
CA $91 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (800 reviews)
Magnums Airlie Beach
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
CA $87
CA $96 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (95 reviews)
The Espy Hostel
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD
CA $107
CA $118 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
6.4/10 (329 reviews)
Mid City Motor Inn
TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD
CA $119
CA $119 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (34 reviews)
TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN
The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD
CA $110
CA $121 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
4.8/10 (37 reviews)
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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