The Best Hotels Closest to Great Barrier Reef in Great Barrier Reef - 2026 Updated Prices

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A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

A modern interior with a staircase, a dining area with chairs, and a sofa with cushions.

A modern living room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area.

1. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

Aydin

3.220.903 ₫

3.542.993 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a yellow table, and a ceiling fan.

A building with an underwater mural, a pool, and a stone feature.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered bar area, surrounded by greenery and a building with red doors.

A motel with a signboard, a parking area, and a building with a red roof.

2. Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas

Rob

2.485.335 ₫

2.733.868 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a clear blue pool.

A living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Paradise Cove Beach".

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Joanne

3.824.852 ₫

4.207.301 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An aerial view of a natural pool surrounded by dense foliage, with a small structure and seating area visible.

A wooden deck with a sofa and a potted plant, a glass door leading to an interior space, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a stone floor, wooden beams, and a staircase leading to upper levels.

A building with a curved roof and a staircase leading to a covered area.

4. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Oak Beach

Gisele

9.695.502 ₫

10.665.052 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A wooden staircase leading to an outdoor deck with a railing, a black wall, and a window overlooking a garden.

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation, a thatched-roof gazebo, and a wooden deck.

A row of houses with a paved driveway, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

5. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Brinsmead

Anne

2.469.888 ₫

2.716.877 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

A white building with a dark roof, situated on stilts over water, surrounded by trees.

A patio area with a tiled floor, a white table, a chair, and a potted plant.

A coastal landscape with a beach, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

6. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

Molly

2.941.566 ₫

3.235.668 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a view of the outdoors, and a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

7. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

Steven

6.311.252 ₫

6.311.252 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A nighttime pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A wooden deck surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a building with a visible entrance.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted TV, and a refrigerator.

An aerial view of a property with dense tropical vegetation, including palm trees and ferns.

8. Dougies Backpackers

Port Douglas

Kaidan

1.798.069 ₫

1.977.876 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A resort with a central swimming pool, surrounded by villas and palm trees, with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, hanging plants, and a ceiling fan.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

9. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Craiglie

Brad

3.812.592 ₫

4.193.851 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A resort with multiple-story buildings, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a rocky island, and tropical vegetation.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling and large windows, a kitchen with a modern design, and a view of greenery outside.

A patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a garden with a waterfall and rocks.

10. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Craiglie

Keith John

3.689.637 ₫

4.058.601 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the sea, featuring wicker furniture and hanging lights.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, trees, and a sign reading "The Beach Club".

A reception area with a surfboard, reception desk, and a view of a pool and building.

11. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Brian

4.902.480 ₫

4.902.480 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

A resort pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the surrounding buildings.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

12. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

Georgina

4.009.694 ₫

4.009.694 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with two white chairs, a kettle, and a coffee maker.

A spacious living area with a dining table, two sofas, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

13. Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

Bianca

4.752.094 ₫

5.227.321 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white marble backsplash, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with a glass table, two chairs, and a white lantern.

14. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

Charlotte

3.838.298 ₫

3.838.298 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A beach with clear water, rocks, and palm trees.

15. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

catharine

3.179.632 ₫

3.497.595 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and bar stools.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, umbrellas, and a metal fence.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television screen.

A reception area with a UFC sign, multiple monitors, and a closed sign indicating the counter is not open.

16. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Manoora

Chris

1.955.501 ₫

2.151.087 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a sign reading "3 SIXTEEN BAR & BISTRO".

A covered seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lush garden through glass walls.

A table with a glass of white wine and a plate of food near a pool.

17. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Port Douglas

david

3.090.227 ₫

3.399.250 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A bright, spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of palm trees through the glass doors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

18. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

Nancy

6.819.668 ₫

7.501.689 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

19. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Larry

2.266.233 ₫

2.492.856 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and sandwiches, two glasses of champagne, a blue teapot, and cups on a table with a view of a pool and palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with a beach, a turquoise pool, and lush greenery.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a sign reading "HARRISONS".

20. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Port Douglas

ERIKO

6.392.458 ₫

7.031.704 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families in Great Barrier Reef

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

3.220.903 ₫

3.542.993 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

3.059.013 ₫

3.364.914 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

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.

Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

3.759.599 ₫

4.135.559 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

3.934.237 ₫

4.327.661 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

3.238.922 ₫

3.562.850 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

3.240.598 ₫

3.564.658 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

4.009.694 ₫

4.009.694 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with a pool, surrounded by a marina with boats.

A marina with boats docked, a restaurant with outdoor seating, and a view of the water and hills in the background.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

3.910.160 ₫

4.301.168 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 1 night overall was very good, we will be back next time we are in Airle"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay on the outskirts of the CBD. Ocean view with balcony. The bathroom configuration was a little weird, but overall the apartment is clean and spacious."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Clean , Freshly furnished, good view over the sea . Staff were friendly , and helpful , they kept my water bottle safe that I left at reception on check in . Room service was very good . Very close to the venue I had a conference. Central as well . Good location ."

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent

"Nice resort, just a little outdated"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

8/10 Good

"We weren’t able to check in early as fully booked but at least we could eat lunch by the pool. Our room was large and a renovated bathroom with full kitchen yoo. We had a king bed each!"

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Friendly staff"

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent family holiday accommodation. Pool and spa are exceptional!"

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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hotels

1. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

2. Port Douglas Motel

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

4. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

5. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

6. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

7. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

8. Dougies Backpackers

9. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

10. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

11. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

12. Mantra Amphora

13. Cairns Beach Resort

14. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

15. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

16. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

17. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

18. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

19. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

20. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Hotels recommended for families in Great Barrier Reef

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Cairns International

Crystalbrook Bailey

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Mantra Amphora

Hilton Cairns

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Whitsunday Apartments