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A pool area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a building with balconies.

A resort with a large swimming pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

A dining table with seafood dishes, two drinks, and a poolside setting.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a balcony with a view of trees and a staircase.

1. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

Aydin

3.239.591 ₫

3.563.550 ₫ 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 motel with a signboard, a parking area, and a building with a red roof.

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a glass table, and a view of a pool and greenery.

2. Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas

Lisette

2.499.756 ₫

2.749.732 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A pool surrounded by rocks and palm 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.

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

3. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

Frank

2.793.366 ₫

3.072.630 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and lounge areas.

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

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

4. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Port Douglas

david

3.123.872 ₫

3.436.259 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a brown sofa, a wooden cabinet, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A beachside dining setup with tables and chairs, string lights, and palm trees.

5. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove

Edmond

3.101.466 ₫

3.101.466 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a large window, and a ceiling fan.

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

6. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

Craiglie

Keith John

2.901.726 ₫

3.191.899 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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.

7. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Stephenie

4.477.893 ₫

4.925.675 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a round table with a fruit bowl and two wicker chairs.

8. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Earlville

Mr Charles A

2.513.970 ₫

2.765.367 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A covered patio with a sofa and outdoor seating, a tiled floor, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

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

9. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Joanne

3.867.514 ₫

4.254.229 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

10. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Oak Beach

Gisele

9.751.757 ₫

10.726.933 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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 interior with a glass-enclosed water feature, stone steps, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

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

11. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Craiglie

Brad

3.821.507 ₫

4.203.658 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

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

12. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

Steven

6.629.517 ₫

6.629.517 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a pool view, comfortable seating, and a stone accent wall.

A resort with a large pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view of greenery, and a desk with a chair.

13. Peppers Beach Club

Port Douglas

Brian

4.476.847 ₫

4.924.512 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 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 balcony with a glass table, two chairs, and a white lantern.

A balcony with a view of a pool and palm trees, a table, and chairs.

14. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

Charlotte

3.881.110 ₫

3.881.110 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

15. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Brinsmead

Anne

2.484.219 ₫

2.732.641 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants, a table with chairs, and umbrellas.

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

16. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

catharine

3.257.772 ₫

3.583.549 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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.

A kitchen counter with various fruits and a person cooking.

17. Dougies Backpackers

Port Douglas

Kaidan

1.818.124 ₫

1.999.936 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

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

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

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

18. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

Georgina

4.054.417 ₫

4.054.417 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

19. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Larry

2.279.383 ₫

2.507.321 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

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.

20. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

Nancy

7.024.505 ₫

7.727.028 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families in Great Barrier Reef

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.

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

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

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

3.957.065 ₫

4.352.771 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, glass railings, and decorative lighting fixtures.

Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

4.247.799 ₫

4.672.579 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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.

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

2.960.237 ₫

3.256.261 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 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.

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

Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

3.442.040 ₫

3.786.244 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

A coastal landscape with a beach, a pier, and a small island in the distance.

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

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

3.239.591 ₫

3.563.550 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a view of a pool and a building with balconies.

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

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

3.090.812 ₫

3.399.893 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a hat, and a book.

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a sign indicating a resort & spa reception.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a glass door leading to a balcony with a view of lush greenery.

Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

4.054.417 ₫

4.054.417 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A landscaped garden with palm trees, a water body, and a view of a mountain range.

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

3.933.760 ₫

4.327.136 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Ardo

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with wonderful ocean & Magnetic Island views. Quick walk to SeaLink ferry. Rooftop bar with amazing coastal views & a Japanese restaurant that is top notch. Staff is friendly & helpful. A true high end experience."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is so good."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was really great, very clean and great atmosphere, in addition breakfast was fantastic, offering good value for money All of the receptionists and other staff we encountered were lovely , always offering a friendly face We had a really minor problem that was resolved in just a few minutes, but every member of staff were really helpful. They went above and beyond to deliver a fix and threw in a few complimentary additions in our stay. Thank you for helping making our stay in cairns so enjoyable"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

8/10 Good

"We liked the spacious room with sitting area and balcony. Airconditioning was strong, and it has no adjustment, only on or off - the hotel even recommends turning it off at night! There is a ceiling fan however. Main pool was closed indefinitely, I think they could have let us know about that in advance... Smaller pool was OK, we didn't try the lap pool but others reported it very cold. Breakfast was a little disappointing for the price ($35/$38.50 on weekends), limited range and most of the hot food wasn't hot."

Reef View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"wonderful hotel lovely views close to all activties regular bus service but recomend book buggy for stay"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, walking distance to most things :) Pool is beautiful, pool bar drinks/food options are great! Staff were helpful & happy everyday :) View from room was AMAZING, my request was met! Can’t wait to be back, relaxing holiday:)"

Mantra Esplanade

8/10 Good

"Clean"

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."

Magnums Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay in the queen cabin – it was nice and spacious! Being right next to the Wi-Fi area meant we could get online easily (though not all rooms have in-room access). The mattress wasn’t the best, but otherwise the room was comfortable. It was also generally quiet (although we stayed mid-week so it wasn’t very busy). The staff were lovely and friendly, and the kitchen had everything you need to make a quick lunch or dinner. There’s a Woolworths supermarket about 30 seconds walk from the kitchen too."

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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. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

4. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

5. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

6. Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas

7. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

8. Cairns Southgate Hotel

9. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

10. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

11. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

12. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

13. Peppers Beach Club

14. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

15. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

16. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

17. Dougies Backpackers

18. Mantra Amphora

19. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

20. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Hotels recommended for families in Great Barrier Reef

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Crystalbrook Flynn

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Mantra Amphora

Hilton Cairns

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Ardo

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Mantra Esplanade

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Magnums Airlie Beach