Great Barrier Reef

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Two scuba divers exploring a vibrant coral reef with various colorful corals and marine life.
A coral reef with various coral formations and clear turquoise water.
An aerial view of a coral reef with clear turquoise waters and sandy bottom.
A fish with yellow and orange stripes swimming near a coral reef.
An aerial view of a coral reef system with clear turquoise waters and visible coral formations.

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.

Situated in Wangetti, this marine ecosystem is worth including in your schedule. But you'll find a great deal more to check out in the area. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, and Wangetti Beach are within easy reach of Great Barrier Reef.

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD
$118 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$130 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Airlie Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. My room overlooked the pool and was wonderfully quiet overnight. Wonderfully comfortable big bed with perfect pillows! Cleaned every day. I appreciated the water and biscuits in the room. The staff on the front desk were really friendly and incredibly helpful. The pub was ..."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
$117 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, staff great. Had a maintenance issue and moved us immediately, no problem, very apologetic no bid deal"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
$151 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$166 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

4 out of 5
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! (2,652 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation. Beautiful staff. Great location. 10/10. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Whitsunday Apartments
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3.5 out of 5
23-51 Anderson Road Woree QLD
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays

4 out of 5
11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Mirage Whitsundays
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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

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.
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