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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$179 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$197 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Location was the best thing"

Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
$117 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total with taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place but not a lot on offer It’s in North Cairns so about $20 each way in a taxi to cairns central Good pools and grounds and may stay again"

Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$158 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
$174 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"A great place to stay - awesome breakfasts. Walking distance to many places. We had minimal issues (eg: the TV was playing up) but the staff were eager to help out."

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Hilton Cairns
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Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an ideal destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family vacations. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including reef tours, beach vacations, and ocean rafting. Additionally, there are shopping and recreational areas nearby, making it easy to find entertainment and relaxation. Whether you’re diving into the vibrant marine life or lounging on pleasant beaches, the Great Barrier Reef promises an unforgettable experience for everyone.

*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 cloudy. 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 Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
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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