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Cavalier Hotel South Beach

Cavalier Hotel South Beach

3.5 out of 5
South Beach
Price was $982, price is now $464 per person
$464
per person
Jan 29 - Feb 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Miami (MIA)
16.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff was friendly beach, restaurants and shops nearby. Also a convenient parking garage within walking distance.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Hawks Cay Resort

Hawks Cay Resort

4 out of 5
Price was $1,629, price is now $667 per person
$667
per person
Jan 26 - Jan 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Miami (MIA)
16/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Enjoyed a few days with the kids gere

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

The Shelborne By Proper, a Member of Design Hotels

The Shelborne By Proper, a Member of Design Hotels

4 out of 5
South Beach
Price was $1,804, price is now $740 per person
$740
per person
Jan 23 - Jan 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Miami (MIA)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
Staff super friendly and welcoming and helpful, room ready

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

The Retreat Collection at 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach

The Retreat Collection at 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach

5 out of 5
South Beach
Price was $9,879, price is now $4,449 per person
$4,449
per person
Feb 3 - Feb 6
found 2 days ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Miami (MIA)
16/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Park Lane New York

Park Lane New York

5 out of 5
Manhattan
Price was $1,735, price is now $797 per person
$797
per person
Jan 30 - Feb 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to New York (NYC)
16.8/10 Exceptional! (1,667 reviews)
Location, service, room.

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

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Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

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Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

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.

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

Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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

Whitehaven Beach

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.

Whitehaven Beach
Port of Airlie which includes a bay or harbor

Port of Airlie

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.

Port of Airlie

Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $75 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$75 total
per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
All amenities and services for ever and all accommodations everywhere in the world should be as awesome always. Especially all requests granted if able to.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $253 total per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
$253 total
per night
Nov 19 - Nov 20
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
A five star hotel. Paradise !

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $104 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$104 total
per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
The staff were very professional, welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and varied. We would definitely recommend the hotel and hope to stay again in the future

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an array of outdoor activities perfect for family and eco-friendly vacations. Visitors can enjoy various experiences, including exhilarating reef tours, relaxing beach vacations, and thrilling ocean rafting. Additionally, the area features recreational spaces, public markets, and shopping areas, making it an ideal destination for leisure and exploration.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in January and February. February is mostly. The coolest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in June when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly
March76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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