Great Barrier Reef

Travel Guide
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Great Barrier Reef which includes colorful reefs and general coastal views
Great Barrier Reef showing coral and general coastal views
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Great Barrier Reef showing general coastal views and coral

Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Palm Cove
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(264 area reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District
Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Trinity Beach
Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Esplanade might round out your trip.

Cairns North
Clifton Beach featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf

Clifton Beach

Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

Clifton Beach
This is the ship loading section at the Port

Burnett Heads

While there might not be top attractions in Burnett Heads, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oaks Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre.

Burnett Heads
Madison Plaza Townsville
Madison Plaza Townsville
4 out of 5
409 Flinders St., Corner Of Stanley And Flinders St., Townsville, QLD
The price is SAR 254 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 254
SAR 280 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"It has a bath & if they can they allow early check-in"

Reviewed on 1 February 2025

Madison Plaza Townsville
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is SAR 481 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 481
SAR 530 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, QLD
The price is SAR 867 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
SAR 867
SAR 954 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (924 reviews)
"Staff friendly, beautiful grounds, facilities, pool and delicious breakfast"

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
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Quest Rockhampton
Quest Rockhampton
4.5 out of 5
48 Victoria Parade, Rockhampton, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (396 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 27 January 2025

Quest Rockhampton
Whitsunday Apartments
Whitsunday Apartments
4 out of 5
14 Resort Drive, Whitsundays, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,431 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at Whitsundays apartments clean beautiful views cool air conditioning staff always attending to coffee tea milk service in rooms sheets changed towels would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 30 January 2025

Whitsunday Apartments
Mirage Whitsundays
Mirage Whitsundays
4 out of 5
11 Altmann Avenue, Cannonvale, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (639 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying at the Mirage. The view from the balcony was very beautiful. Had underground parking. Lifts to the buildings. The food at the restaurant was also good. Nice variety for the buffet. 5 min drive to Airlie lagoon & the shops."

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Mirage Whitsundays
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(253 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and explore Cairns Esplanade, a lovely green space in Cairns. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

Cairns Esplanade
Whitehaven Beach showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Whitehaven Beach

5/5(59 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Whitehaven Beach during your travels in Whitsundays?

Whitehaven Beach
Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(109 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal featuring a ferry as well as a small group of people

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Townsville with a trip to Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Airlie Beach Lagoon showing a pool, swimming and tropical scenes

Airlie Beach Lagoon

4.5/5(41 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Airlie Beach Lagoon might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Airlie Beach. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Airlie Beach Lagoon
Port of Airlie which includes a bay or harbor

Port of Airlie

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Airlie Beach with a trip to Port of Airlie. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Port of Airlie