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The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
$100 nightly
The price is $110
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, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location. Great place to stay…"
Australia
Katrina
$107 nightly
The price is $119
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Airlie Beach Hotel

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"excellent hotel in a handy location "
Australia
Craig
$208 nightly
The price is $230
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Sea Resort

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
Airlie Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (746 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay fantastic staff and very clean "
Australia
Reid
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Magnums Airlie Beach

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
$114 nightly
The price is $126
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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, (1,041 reviews)
"Nice stay, staff are very nice"
Australia
Laura
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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
$286 nightly
The price is $318
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Elandra

Picnic Bay Hotel

Picnic Bay Hotel
3.5 star property
Picnic Bay
$217 nightly
The price is $241
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Total with taxes and fees
Picnic Bay Hotel

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 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
$256 nightly
The price is $283
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel

Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Club Wyndham Mission Beach
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (873 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kirsten
$126 nightly
The price is $139
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Fantastic location room was so peaceful plenty of parking and very helpful staff would stay again"
United Kingdom
Lisa
$90 nightly
The price is $99
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Rainforest Motel

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and staff was amazing!!"
United States
Amanda
$155 nightly
The price is $171
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Cairns

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
$123 nightly
The price is $136
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms, very friendly staff, and close to the airport."
United States
Angela
$108 nightly
The price is $121
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The Abbott is located close to everything. Our room was spotless. The staff was amazing. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tiffany
$126 nightly
The price is $141
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very helpful staff .. clean and comfortable room .. breakfast was amazing .. great location!"
Australia
ROSS
$179 nightly
The price is $197
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
$113 nightly
The price is $125
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Superb room. Great location overlooking a beautiful swimming pool and the esplanade and the sea. Close to restaurants and the bayside walk."
Australia
Chitra
$177 nightly
The price is $195
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Riley

Quality Hotel Regent Rockhampton

Quality Hotel Regent Rockhampton
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"Room was very spacious and the Bed so comfortable. Bathroom was very clean. Overall a great stay and would recommend. "
United Kingdom
NICOLA
$130 nightly
The price is $130
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Hotel Regent Rockhampton

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Jane A
$112 nightly
The price is $123
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Aquarius on the Beach
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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

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