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A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

1. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is NT$4,074
NT$4,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Cairns
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,027 reviews)
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is NT$4,968
NT$5,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

3. Ardo

Ardo
5.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 reviews)
"Wow! This has to be one of my most favourite hotels of all time. I can’t wait to go back."
Australia
Bronte
The price is NT$6,729
NT$7,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Ardo
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a beachfront, and lush greenery.

4. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
5.0 star property
Port Douglas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The pool is very nice."
Japan
ERIKO
The price is NT$8,079
NT$8,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

5. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is NT$4,855
NT$5,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Crystalbrook Flynn
A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

6. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is NT$4,590
NT$5,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Crystalbrook Bailey
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and ocean, a white sofa, and a dining table.

7. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay"
Australia
Aaron
The price is NT$5,251
NT$5,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Crystalbrook Riley
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

8. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and views. The staff are very helpful."
Australia
Catherine
The price is NT$4,060
NT$4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pullman Cairns International
A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

9. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
Townsville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (885 reviews)
"Staff very pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is NT$2,527
NT$2,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Rambutan Resort
A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

10. Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Had a good stay!"
Australia
Daniel
The price is NT$3,533
NT$3,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Belmoral Corporate Suites
A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

11. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (564 reviews)
"Exceptional property and staff service Be prepared though there are a lot of stairs! All in all we loved our time at Al Amanda and cant wait to return."
Australia
Anthony
The price is NT$8,856
NT$9,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

12. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is NT$5,605
NT$6,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered seating area.

13. Peppers Beach Club

Peppers Beach Club
5.0 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (941 reviews)
"Good resort hotel."
Australia
Brian
The price is NT$6,196
NT$6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Peppers Beach Club
A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

14. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 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 NT$6,196
NT$6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

15. InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
5.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay and celebrate that special occasion. Choice of restaurants was great."
Australia
Aden
The price is NT$14,504
NT$17,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
A resort with a central swimming pool, surrounded by villas and palm trees, with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

16. 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 NT$5,001
NT$5,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

17. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"We had very relaxing time at the beautiful hotel"
Australia
Inna
The price is NT$17,294
NT$19,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
A modern outdoor pool area with a curved design, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

18. Silky Oaks Lodge, Beckons

Silky Oaks Lodge, Beckons
5.0 star property
Finlayvale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Food was excellent. Staff were friendly and attentive. They were always anticipating guests’ needs. Spa was also fantastic and great service."
United States
Lane
Silky Oaks Lodge, Beckons
A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

19. 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 NT$4,071
NT$4,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.

20. Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,440 reviews)
"Staff very welcoming. Going to sleep with sounds of the Ian very relaxing. Meals on balcony overlooking ocean and beach"
Australia
Michele Mary
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
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