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The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
$122 nightly
The price is $134
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Oceanfront Cairns

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location. Great place to stay…"
Australia
Katrina
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Airlie Beach Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (748 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Magnums Airlie Beach

The Elandra

The Elandra
3.5 star property
South Mission Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"An elegant and wonderful experience in such a unique setting. Service, food hospitality and menu all excellent."
United States
Mark
$287 nightly
The price is $319
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Elandra

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
$114 nightly
The price is $126
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,045 reviews)
"Nice stay, staff are very nice"
Australia
Laura
$119 nightly
The price is $132
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"I would highly recommend the buffet breakfast - it was delicious! And the beach is across the street as well as more than one pool, restaurants and shopping!"
United States
Kristine
$270 nightly
The price is $298
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The pool was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious. "
Australia
John
$124 nightly
The price is $136
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Ville Resort - Casino

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the view and the room! Pool was lovely and the staff were too."
Australia
Rebecca
$196 nightly
The price is $218
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Sea Resort

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.5 star property
Yeppoon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The room was amazing, & the staff was brilliant and lovely I would recommend coming and staying, the location is right in town close by to everything would definitely come back "
Australia
Charla
$126 nightly
The price is $139
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (874 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
$102 nightly
The price is $112
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (710 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
$113 nightly
The price is $124
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Gladstone

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Loved this stay!! Amazing location, got hours view!!"
Australia
Shannan
$112 nightly
The price is $124
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Aquarius on the Beach

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Well kept rooms."
Australia
Nicole
$87 nightly
The price is $96
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Mackay

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
$114 nightly
The price is $125
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and staff was amazing!!"
United States
Amanda
$163 nightly
The price is $179
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent location"
Australia
Ricardo
$180 nightly
The price is $198
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
$94 nightly
The price is $104
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
Heritage Cairns

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (937 reviews)
"Relax"
Australia
ryan
$174 nightly
The price is $192
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Daydream Island Resort

Lumina Motel

Lumina Motel
2.0 star property
South Gladstone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$83 nightly
The price is $91
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Lumina Motel
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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.

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Top reasons to visit Great Barrier Reef

  • Stunning Marine Life: Experience the diverse underwater ecosystem, home to vibrant coral reefs and a variety of marine species.
  • Exciting Water Activities: Enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, and boat tours to explore the reef's beauty up close.
  • Family-Friendly Adventures: The Great Barrier Reef offers eco-friendly activities suitable for all ages, making it perfect for family vacations.
  • Scenic Day Trips: Take advantage of day trips and sailing adventures for breathtaking views and unique experiences.
  • Local Entertainment: Explore nearby shopping areas, recreational spaces, and theaters for a well-rounded vacation experience.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is an ideal destination for outdoor, eco-friendly family vacations. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as reef excursions, marine excursions, and boat tours. Day trips and sailing adventures offer unique ways to explore this stunning natural wonder. Additionally, nearby shopping areas, recreational spaces, and theaters provide further entertainment options for a well-rounded experience.

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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 (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.2°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 (20.2°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.7°C)Light RainMostly Sunny