The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometers of coral, marine life and untouched white sand beaches.
Great Barrier Reef
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Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef
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.
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 Tropical North Waterfront.
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.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
North Ward
North Ward is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while in the area.
South Townsville
Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥20,230 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
￥20,230
￥22,253 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Convene t location and loved the umbrellas! Some days room did not clean the glasses and cups.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ￥19,153 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
￥19,153
￥21,068 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Staff was great! The chef doing the egg orders was wonderful!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is ￥12,177 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
￥12,177
￥13,395 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Good service and nice place.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
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.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (2,533 reviews)
Great sea view. Beautiful pool
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,600 reviews)
Very Good
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Mirage Whitsundays
11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (756 reviews)
Great accommodation in lovely surroundings. The apartment was as good if not better than website suggests. Two nice pools and a casual bar for drinks and meals. Airlie Beach is great for shops, bars and restaurants. Whitsundays are wonderful and well worth the trip. Hopefully we will be back.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
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.
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
4.5/5(253 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Whitehaven Beach
5/5(59 reviews)
Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.
Airlie Beach Lagoon
4.5/5(41 reviews)
Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas.
Port of Airlie
4.5/5(27 reviews)
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
Four Mile Beach
4.5/5(92 reviews)
One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.
Catseye Beach
4.5/5(23 reviews)
Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.
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