Top 10 Hotels in Northern Australia (from $65) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar area in the background, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, water bottles, and a presentation screen.

A modern hotel with a flat roof and a large glass facade.

Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp between them, and a wooden headboard.

1. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

Brisbane Airport

Kim

$185 nightly

$203 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, each with a covered serving dish and utensils.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and digital screens displaying the hotel name.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and chairs.

2. Novotel Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport

Tracey

$191 nightly

$210 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bar area with marble countertops, a glass display case, and a seating area with round tables.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, mirrors, and a television.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa with cushions, a small round table with a vase and bottle, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a landscape through the window.

3. Adina Chermside Brisbane

Chermside

William

$143 nightly

$157 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a barista preparing drinks.

A modern building with large, beige canopies providing shade.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a seating area, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A large swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by a fenced area with a view of the surrounding buildings.

4. Sails In The Desert

Yulara

Britt

$351 nightly

$386 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A fenced outdoor area with palm trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a view of the street.

A building with a sign indicating an office, a red curb, and a planter with plants.

A covered outdoor area with a planter box containing flowers and a wicker chair.

5. Caboolture Central Motor Inn

Caboolture

Ursula

$118 nightly

$129 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, columns, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a large screen displaying the restaurant menu.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a sunset sky.

6. Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Mermaid Waters

Dave

$117 nightly

$129 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A glass-top table with wicker chairs on a deck with a view of a lake and docked boats.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large potted plant.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a reception desk.

A waterfront property with multiple buildings, including a prominent house with a green roof and a balcony.

7. Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Twin Waters

Andrea Tracy

$153 nightly

$169 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

8. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Michaela

$120 nightly

$134 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a concrete deck. There are potted plants and a barbecue grill in the background.

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

A room with a green chair, a potted plant, a stone wall, and a framed picture on the wall.

A parking area with multiple cars, covered walkways, and a clear blue sky.

9. Caboolture Gateway Motel

Caboolture

Joanne

$123 nightly

$135 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a glass wall displaying artwork.

A well-maintained golf course with neatly trimmed hedges, a putting green, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

A room with a large window, two patterned chairs, a small round table, and two glasses of white wine.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a glass railing, and a view of trees.

10. Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites

Alexandra Hills

David

$128 nightly

$142 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

An aquarium with various marine life visible through the glass.

An aerial view of a resort with a large pool area, a water slide, and a dock with boats.

A beach with a city skyline in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a window with a city view, and a nightstand with a lamp.

11. Sea World Resort

Main Beach

Gerald

$144 nightly

$159 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking a garden.

A modern interior with a curved wooden wall, a sofa with cushions, and a plant wall.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, a coffee table, and a balcony with a city view.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a glass-enclosed balcony.

12. Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Buddina

Jorge

$101 nightly

$112 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern balcony with glass doors, a wooden floor, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a TV displaying a beach scene, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and wooden beams, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and potted plants.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed with a headboard, a small table, and a sofa.

13. Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Eaton

Alan

$108 nightly

$119 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a central island, two sinks, and a dining area with a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area, and a living space with a sofa and a balcony.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white tiled backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a countertop with a bowl of strawberries and a bottle of champagne.

14. The Chermside Apartments

Chermside

Danielle

$85 nightly

$95 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

A modern interior with a long table, chairs, and a wooden panel wall.

A modern room with a curved red sofa, a large window with a view of the sea, a wooden floor, and a minimalist bathroom.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a red sofa, a round bathtub, and a wooden partition.

15. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

Mooloolaba

Matt

$242 nightly

$266 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, hanging light fixtures, and bar stools.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a surfboard, and a potted plant.

A corner room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and buildings. There is a laptop, a bowl of fruit, and a small table with cushions.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a counter with various food items, shelves with bottles, and a decorative wall with animal illustrations.

16. QT Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise

Yvette

$169 nightly

$186 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A high-rise building with a panoramic city view from a balcony.

A modern lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV on a dark wooden cabinet, and a city view through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view. There is a sofa and a small table with a plant.

17. Dorsett Gold Coast

Broadbeach

Robyn

$112 nightly

$123 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a desk, and a chair.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.

18. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Gardens

Ian

$152 nightly

$167 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and cityscape, featuring two wicker chairs and a small table with a pitcher and glasses.

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the ocean, large windows, and a modern design.

A modern living room with a city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A high-rise room with a panoramic ocean view, a round dining table with chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

19. Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

Nicola

$134 nightly

$147 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and hanging plants.

A children's play structure with climbing steps and colorful handholds.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple parking spaces, and a clear sky.

20. Calamvale Suites and Conference Centre

Calamvale

Sean

$136 nightly

$150 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

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Aparthotel

A wooden pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by palm trees and a building.

An aerial view of a beach with palm trees and a sandy shore.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are three black bar stools and a decorative owl painting on the wall.

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"Very spacious and quiet accommodation right on beachfront"

Aparthotel

A resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a fruit bowl on the dining table.

A covered garden area with various tropical plants and a wooden deck.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Clean room and friendly staff"

Aparthotel

A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and tropical plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a grey armchair, and a coffee table. There are three framed artworks on the wall and a ceiling fan.

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Port Douglas

"Great location. Close to beach and shops."

Aparthotel

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and green umbrellas.

A sign for Cable Beach Sanctuary with a modern design and lush greenery around.

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Cable Beach

"Enjoyed our 3 night stay. Apartments are resort style set around the multiple pools. Apartment was spacious and clean. Comfortable bed. Location very good for about a 10 minute walk to Cable Beach, restaurants and bars. Bus stop to Broome town centre across the road. Overall very pleased and would recommend."

Aparthotel

A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, outdoor pools, and palm trees.

A person walking in a covered outdoor area with a view of the ocean and trees.

A spacious hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."

Aparthotel

A sign for a hotel with amenities including ocean views, a quiet location, full kitchens, fast internet, sky sport & movie channels, free beach towels & chairs, and a heated pool.

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern living room with white sofas, blue cushions, a glass coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

By The Sea Port Douglas

Port Douglas

"Property was well located, clean and had everything we needed. The front desk host was very friendly and helpful with recommendations, etc."

Aparthotel

A rooftop pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a glass table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a pool, and a view of the beach and ocean.

Qube Broadbeach

Broadbeach

"Great place, appears as advertised"

Aparthotel

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a television on a stand in the background, and a white cabinet with drawers to the right.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and dining area with chairs.

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a swimming pool and palm trees.

Sand Dunes Resort

Marcoola

"good location and easy parking"

Aparthotel

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

"Great hotel"

Vacation Home

A swimming pool with two wooden gazebos, lounge chairs, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a large window, a round glass coffee table, and a painting of a coastal landscape.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of trees and a deck.

Senses Noosa North Shore

Noosa North Shore

"Exceptionally way to experience Noosa North Shore. Highly recommendable"

Aparthotel

A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean with boats.

A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a few sailboats.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of the sea, and a living room with a TV and seating.

Mirage Whitsundays

Cannonvale

"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"

Aparthotel

A multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern resort building with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden.

A balcony with a glass table, chairs, and a view of a swimming pool and surrounding greenery.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant.

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Port Douglas

"It was clean, tropical, well kept and close to everything."

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Landmark Resort

Mooloolaba

"Great location! Great staff, so happy we stayed here"

Apartment

A modern kitchen with a Bosch dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a kettle. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A multi-story hotel with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Sundancer Holiday Apartments

Sunshine Beach

"The check in with Nathalie was seamless. She was also very helpful with ideas for hikes, secluded beaches, shops, and restaurants, and public transportation. The apartment was very well appointed and spotless. Highly recommend if coming to the Sunshine Coast/Noosa Heads area!!"

Aparthotel

A modern indoor space with glass partitions, tables, chairs, and a mix of natural and artificial lighting.

Oaks Broome Hotel

Town Beach

"Great location, friendly staff, great rooms"

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Stay near popular Northern Australia attractions

Uluru

9.8/10 (72 reviews)

With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture.

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A coastal city with a long beach, high-rise buildings, and a river.

Surfers Paradise Beach

8.8/10 (4,993 reviews)

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

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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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Warner Bros. Movie World

8.4/10 (4,531 reviews)

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

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A tree-lined street at night with string lights.

Hastings Street

8.8/10 (3,842 reviews)

Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.

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A bronze statue of a family with a crocodile, set against a backdrop of tropical foliage.

Australia Zoo

9.4/10 (514 reviews)

Cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos or watch a crocodile show at this famous wildlife park, the former playground of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin.

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XXXX Brewery

8.0/10 (2,002 reviews)

XXXX Brewery is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

9.0/10 (1,772 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, a top convention center in Brisbane. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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A group of camels with riders walking on a reflective beach at sunset.

Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location! Walkable distance to Port of Airlie and so many shops and restaurants. It was right above a very lively restaurant called The Pub, so when we first got there it seemed quite loud, but the doors and room are pretty soundproof. If you prefer a super quiet area, then ABH probably isn't the best choice, but if you prefer convenience, then this is a great choice. We also loved the cockatoos visiting us on the balcony in the mornings :D. Note: the wifi in our hotel room was not the greatest. Overall, would book again!"

Voco Gold Coast

8/10 Good

"Air conditioning was working that well. And shower head kept falling down."

Novotel Surfers Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"Great family stay with premium location"

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location, great amenities and very helpful staff. The rooms were serviced daily and items were replenished according to your preferences. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food and drink and was good value for money. The hotel room was very clean. Only downside was that some elements of the hotel look a bit tired (eg the outside walls, some of the paintwork and soft furnishings) and could do with a refresh. Overall would recommend and would stay again."

Mantra on View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I liked where we were staying the room was amazing . The view was perfect and the the furniture are was clean .the receptionits were so kind and well mannered i would recommend."

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for an early flight out. Very clean, not noisy from the runway. The dinner food in the restaurant was good too."

Swiss-Belhotel Woolloongabba, Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

"Swiss Belhotel is a wonderful place to stay. The room was comfortable and clean. Great location. I definetly recommend it."

The Chermside Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was great with helpful staff"

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"My partner and I spent our anniversary weekend here along with other typical Gold Coast adventures. The room was lovely, tidy and clean, the staff were all friendly and helpful. The only thing was we weren’t sure on how power worked (you need a second card) and after being asked if we’d stayed there before and said no, we had no idea so we weren’t sure. Otherwise check in was smooth and everyone was lovely at front desk. Parking is opposite the hotel and honestly rather affordable for multiple entry/exit (if you’re wanting to drive around) but it’s not a far walk nor a hard walk. Our beach view was slightly obstructed, however we got a lovely view regardless of the beach, city and hinterland because we were on the 24th floor but laying in bed and sitting on the balcony we had a wonderful view. We had a lovely time regardless and we’d love to be back as soon as possible. Thank you for helping us make our anniversary trip wonderful :)"

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Magnums Airlie Beach

370 Shute Harbour Rd. Airlie Beach QLD

$58 nightly

$65 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (785 reviews)

K2 Brisbane

17 Gregory Terrace Spring Hill QLD

$68 nightly

$76 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)

Imperial Motel Windsor

159 Lutwyche Rd Windsor QLD

$74 nightly

$82 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (657 reviews)

Ascot Budget Inn & Residences

143 Nudgee Road Ascot QLD

$74 nightly

$83 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

6 Beach Road Surfers Paradise QLD

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8.4/10 Very Good! (329 reviews)

Breeze Lodge - Hostel

635 Main Street Kangaroo Point QLD

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8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)

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Our top choices for Northern Australia hotels

1. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

2. Novotel Brisbane Airport

3. Adina Chermside Brisbane

4. Sails In The Desert

5. Caboolture Central Motor Inn

6. Nightelier Mermaid Waters

7. Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

8. Pacific Hotel Cairns

9. Caboolture Gateway Motel

10. Alexandra Hills Hotel Suites

11. Sea World Resort

12. Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

13. Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

14. The Chermside Apartments

15. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

16. QT Gold Coast

17. Dorsett Gold Coast

18. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

19. Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

20. Calamvale Suites and Conference Centre

Vacation Rentals in Northern Australia

Coral Sands Resort

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Oaks Cable Beach Resort

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

By The Sea Port Douglas

Qube Broadbeach

Sand Dunes Resort

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Senses Noosa North Shore

Mirage Whitsundays

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Landmark Resort

Sundancer Holiday Apartments

Oaks Broome Hotel

Stay near popular Northern Australia attractions

Uluru

Surfers Paradise Beach

Cairns Esplanade

Warner Bros. Movie World

Hastings Street

Australia Zoo

XXXX Brewery

Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn more about Northern Australia

Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Voco Gold Coast

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Mantra on View Hotel

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

Swiss-Belhotel Woolloongabba, Brisbane

The Chermside Apartments

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

More cheap stays in Northern Australia

Magnums Airlie Beach

K2 Brisbane

Imperial Motel Windsor

Ascot Budget Inn & Residences

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

Breeze Lodge - Hostel

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