Cairns and Barrier Reef Vacations from $702

Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings

Photo by KM
  • Plan, book, travel with confidence

  • Better together

    Save up to $2,000 when you book a flight and hotel together*
  • Find the right fit

    With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package
  • Rest easy

    Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place

Your Cairns and Barrier Reef Vacation

Answer the call of adventure with a customized vacation package to Cairns and Barrier Reef. Wherever it is you're going and whatever your plans are, prepare to discover a destination that'll make you feel alive. During your trip to Cairns and Barrier Reef, you'll want to tick off a few of its most famous cities. A must-see? Cairns. Whether you're planning to travel for a few days or a few weeks, Expedia are here to help you organize your next Cairns and Barrier Reef vacation.

The Latest Cairns and Barrier Reef vacation packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Blue Lagoon Resort Lakeside Apartment

Blue Lagoon Resort Lakeside Apartment

Trinity Beach
Save 100% on your flight
$702
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)
No reviews
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove
Save 100% on your flight
$1,426
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 24
found 10 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment.

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach
Save 100% on your flight
$744
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (847 reviews)
The complex is in a great location with easy access to the beach and local restaurants. Good access to highway for exploring the wider region. Ideal for families. Apartment was nice, spacious with modern appliances, comfortable lounge area and balcony, bathrooms were a little tired but had been recently decorated. Complex is well maintained with nice garden areas and pool, secure underground parking with easy access was good

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

The Reef Retreat

The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove
Save 100% on your flight
$779
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 24
found 10 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)
9/10 Wonderful! (525 reviews)
Exactly as advertised. Great location, a bit budget. Staff were fine

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

Oasis at Palm Cove

Oasis at Palm Cove

Palm Cove
Save 100% on your flight
$963
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 24
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
This was a great property, the staff were super friendly and gave great advise about the area and places to visit as well and fantastic advice on places to eat. I would highly recommend

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available trips from Columbus to Cairns and Barrier Reef
View all trips

Where to stay in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Find the best Cairns and Barrier Reef areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef
A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Palm Cove

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

A beach with a person walking with a surfboard, a sandy shore, and calm sea.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

A golf course with a clubhouse, a pond, and a forested hill in the background.

Clifton Beach

For a pleasant beach vacation without a crush of tourists, this Queensland town serves nicely, with sun, sand and the right amount of surf.

A field of crops, a hill with dense vegetation, and a mountain range under a clear sky.

Yorkeys Knob

A long stretch of gorgeous beach is the highlight of this small town north of Cairns along the shores of the Coral Sea.

An aerial view of a riverside resort with a circular water feature, a bridge, and lush greenery.

Parramatta Park

Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.

Stay near popular Cairns and Barrier Reef attractions

A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
See properties
A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
See properties
A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
See properties
A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
See properties
A train carriage with red seats and windows.
Photo by Caz and Craig @yTravelBlog

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
See properties
An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)
Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
See properties
A narrow market aisle with clothing racks, hats, and accessories.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)
After a long day enjoying the beaches, reef and rainforest in and around Cairns, have a nap and then spend a relaxing evening shopping and dining.
See properties

Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels in Tropical North Waterfront? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
See properties

Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Deals

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
$147 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Loved our room ✔️"

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
$173 nightly
$190 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$128 nightly
$142 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,099 reviews)
"The room was well equipped and the location was great (right by the beach and close to the city centre but a bit quieter and close to the airport). The staff were extremely helpful from checking my in to planning excursions, to ordering taxis, and check out. Being able to access the commercial gym ..."

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
See all 1,366 properties in Cairns and Barrier Reef
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.

Find the Best Cairns and Barrier Reef Vacation Packages

Cairns and Barrier Reef Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
Australian dollars
Closest Airport
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)

More vacations you might like

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.