Independent Great Barrier Reef hotels

"Our group of 4 adults explored by rental car. The Cairns Harborside Hotel was easily located from the Cairns Airport. Staff very friendly. Both outdoor and indoor dining available. Food was good. We especially enjoyed the outdoor dining and live guitar music during Happy Hour. Harborside Hotel is an easy drive to Kuranda National Park for fun scenic railway and skyrail. --- Kuranda is a small, very modest community. Main street is filled with several empty storefronts and many tourist restaurants/souvenir shops. We were disappointed."

"Great stay. Rooms were clean and staff were very friendly."

"Was lovely! View was awesome! Breakfast was lovely and not long waits. Staff was always friendly/ helpful and happy to go above and beyond. We went whilst renovations were in process I would suggest for long stay clients more cleaning including vaccum and changing sheets every three days "

"I have stayed at this hotel a few times over the last ten years and every time has been wonderful. This visit was no exception. The hotel reception and other staff were so welcoming and helpful. Rowan the night duty manager was incredibly accommodating and we wanted to thank him personally for going above and beyond. Looking forward to our next visit to Cairns and hope to stay longer. "

"Room cleaning is average. They did not properly vacuumed and did not clean bathroom. Aircond is a bit noisy. Shower was leaked. Safe had batteries taped at the back. There was no cover lol. Dinning option should include small healthy bites. Restaurants were good. Overall the place is excellent and staffs were wonderful. We loved kayak, observatory, rain forest walk and last minute buggy ride. Wonderful people. We will visit again."

"Beautiful room, exceptional service from all staff, always friendly and helpful"

"Friendly staff, tidy rooms & good facilities "

"Excellent hotel for a city break. Check-in was quick and efficient. Location is excellent, right in the middle of the city. Room was clean and modern. WiFi worked well. Comfortable beds. Spacious clean bathroom. Friendly staff. Light switches are a bit confusing to work out, but not a big deal. Overall, highly recommended and would definitely stay again."

"Beautiful pools, the water was warm with so much space for everyone to enjoy. The property is huge however and it’s a fair way to walk from the room to anywhere really. It would also be nicer if there were more things for the kids to do and evening activities to make it more lively."