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1. Niramaya Villas and Spa

Niramaya Villas and Spa
Port Douglas
United States
Jeffrey
NT$44,153
NT$48,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Niramaya Villas and Spa

2. Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
Australia
Fleur
NT$11,326
NT$12,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

3. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Serena
NT$8,359
NT$8,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

4. Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
Port Douglas
Australia
Mark
NT$15,857
NT$17,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

5. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United Kingdom
Laura
NT$5,352
NT$5,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

6. Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
Palm Cove
Australia
Gary
NT$7,000
NT$7,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Mantra Amphora

7. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Australia
david
NT$5,067
NT$5,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

8. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
NT$5,759
NT$6,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

9. Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Port Douglas
NT$6,830
NT$6,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

10. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
NT$4,856
NT$5,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Pacific Hotel Cairns

11. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Lazy Lizard Motor Inn
Port Douglas
Australia
Molly
NT$3,892
NT$4,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

12. Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Nicole
NT$9,242
NT$10,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

13. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
Manunda
Australia
Ron
NT$4,716
NT$5,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Palm Royale Cairns

14. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
Australia
daniel
NT$3,480
NT$3,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

15. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
United States
Randal
NT$6,281
NT$6,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

16. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Nino
NT$4,170
NT$4,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

17. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Racquel
NT$4,337
NT$4,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

18. The Elandra

The Elandra
South Mission Beach
United States
Mark
NT$9,174
NT$10,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Elandra

19. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
NT$5,701
NT$6,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Crystalbrook Bailey

20. Coconut Grove

Coconut Grove
Port Douglas
Australia
Dougal
NT$17,896
NT$19,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Coconut Grove
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Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
Trinity Beach
"Lovely place."
Trinity Collective
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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
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Melaleuca Resort

Melaleuca Resort
Palm Cove
"Clean room, facilities great, location perfect."
Melaleuca Resort
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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
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Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Yorkeys Knob
"Nice place. Very comfortable. We hated to leave."
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
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Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
Port Douglas
"Excellent accommodation. Heated pools, all rooms facing the pool and just a few minutes walk to main shopping strip."
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only 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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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
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Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
Clifton Beach
"Friendly and helpful staff Close to the beach"
Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments
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Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Very spacious with a nice view towards the ocean."
Roydon Beachfront Apartments
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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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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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Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
Palm Cove
"Pool and hot tub are very nice."
Drift Palm Cove
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Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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Port Douglas Retreat

Port Douglas Retreat
Port Douglas
"Ideally located for walking to restaurants/shops M"
Port Douglas Retreat
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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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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 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 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 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 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 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

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

8/10 Good
"Clean rooms, nice staff, will stay again, very safe to come by yourself"
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Great venue neat and tidy beautiful rooms with a view and large .. close to the esplanade and restaurants and bars and casino"
Micheal 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"the property was a little further along the esplanade than what I thought. The room was exactly as advertised with water views, lovely. Staff were fantastic. The only downside for this stay was one of the lifts not working, lucky it wasn't extremely busy with travellers with luggage."
kim 4-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
The Oceanfront Cairns
Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel

8/10 Good
"Nice hotel in a great location. Our King Coral room felt a little dated but the 15th floor provided excellent views across Catseye Beach, with a nice balcony to sit and watch the world below. The buffet breakfast is extensive and fantastic. Every taste is catered for with heaps of food every day. Ours was included in the room price and very much worth it. Didn't use the amenities like the gym, sauna, spa, tennis courts etc but they looked really good. Staff were very helpful and sorted any issues very quickly and efficiency Would certainly return for another stay if we ever go back"
Matthew 7-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Reef View Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice views good location"
Laura 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Every was good great location when having a late arrival"
daniel 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"waterfront with views"
gary 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Whitsunday Apartments
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The hostel was great overall. The room was a little small, but comfortable and clean. The common areas were well maintained, and the location was excellent, right in the centre of Airlie Beach. A very convenient place to stay!"
Ulises 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Magnums Airlie Beach
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, however the TV placement on the wall was not right. It was on the side of the bed not in front of it."
Kyle Travis 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Crystalbrook Flynn

More cheap stays in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
NT$1,790
NT$1,790 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
NT$2,002
NT$2,202 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (91 reviews)
The Espy Hostel
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD
NT$2,205
NT$2,426 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (777 reviews)
Magnums Airlie Beach
The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD
NT$2,789
NT$3,068 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
4.6/10 (17 reviews)
The Reef Motel
Summit Motel

Summit Motel

6 Victoria Street Townsville QLD
NT$3,151
NT$3,466 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Summit Motel
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD
NT$4,654
NT$5,120 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (454 reviews)
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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Find out more about Great Barrier Reef

Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Discover a vibrant ecosystem teeming with diverse marine species while snorkeling or diving in the reef.
  • Outdoor Activities: Enjoy a range of experiences like reef trips, nature tours, and day snorkeling for adventure seekers.
  • Eco-Friendly Experiences: Engage in eco-friendly activities that promote conservation and appreciation of the natural environment.
  • Shopping and Entertainment: Explore nearby shopping areas and recreational spots for a well-rounded vacation experience.
  • Family-Focused Fun: Ideal for family vacations, the Great Barrier Reef offers unforgettable memories for all ages.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers a perfect getaway for outdoor and eco-friendly family vacations. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including reef trips, nature experiences, day snorkeling, and nature tours. Additionally, there are shopping areas, recreational spots, and theaters nearby to enhance your experience. Explore the stunning marine life and vibrant ecosystems while creating unforgettable memories with loved ones.

*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

To save money on your Great Barrier Reef vacation, consider traveling during the off-peak season when prices are generally lower. Use Expedia’s search tool to find budget-friendly accommodations by filtering results based on price and hotel type, including eco-certified options. Combining your hotel stay, flights, and activities into a package can lead to additional savings. For public transport, opt for walking where possible, as many areas are easily accessible on foot, allowing you to enjoy free activities along the way.

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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.

calendar iconCalendar Monthtemperature iconTemperaturerain iconPrecipitationmostly cloudy iconCloudiness
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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