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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Hotel , great location "
Canada
Adrian
$117 nightly
The price is $129
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Airlie Beach Hotel

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Loved every minute of our stay."
Australia
Nathan
$144 nightly
The price is $158
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The location and view were outstanding."
Australia
Andrew
$228 nightly
The price is $252
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Reef View Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Courteous staff and excellent amenities"
Australia
Mohamed
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Cairns

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Helpful service, clean room and facilities.It was a lovely stay."
Australia
Costa
$113 nightly
The price is $124
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Flynn

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
" Location was excellent.. close to the wharf,restaurants, shopping, transportation.. good location for tours… breakfast and dinner available at the restaurant with quality food choices.. attentive staff ..very clean and with elevator."
United States
Evelyn
$105 nightly
The price is $115
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location. Great rooms and pool. "
United States
Emily
$108 nightly
The price is $119
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (451 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great. "
Australia
Melanie
$141 nightly
The price is $155
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karen
$187 nightly
The price is $207
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Sea Resort

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I was in Townsville for a business trip. The room was very clean everything smelt fresh. The staff were so helpful and overall the view was amazing from the 13th floor. Had a very relaxing enjoyable stay over the long weekend. Definitely will stay again. "
Australia
Tracy
$90 nightly
The price is $99
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Aquarius on the Beach

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff great location "
Canada
Wayne
$95 nightly
The price is $105
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Pearly Shell Motel

Pearly Shell Motel
2.0 star property
Bowen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Spacious room and good parking and close to town"
Australia
Mario
$93 nightly
The price is $102
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Pearly Shell Motel

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (530 reviews)
"The staff we excellent, main hotel a short walk, bungalows were slightly dated but we liked that! All round great! "
United Kingdom
Lisa
$224 nightly
The price is $247
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Palm Bungalows

1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714

1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714
2.0 star property
Horse Creek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$76 nightly
The price is $84
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
1 Showgrounds Road Horse Creek QLD 4714

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice rooms pool was great "
Australia
Paul
$153 nightly
The price is $168
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Riley

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Oaks Port Douglas Resort
4.5 star property
Port Douglas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was spacious and clean, staffs are all very welcoming. The buffet breakfast is a highlight."
Australia
Hong
$115 nightly
The price is $126
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Oaks Port Douglas Resort

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (564 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
$91 nightly
The price is $100
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Mackay

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (689 reviews)
"Great as always, amazing helpful staff and great rooms. "
Australia
Simon
$111 nightly
The price is $122
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Gladstone

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (952 reviews)
"Room was spacious but normal side of the road motel furniture and bathroom"
Australia
Jennifer
$91 nightly
The price is $101
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Coral Cay Resort

Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Villa La Sini Yeppoon
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
$134 nightly
The price is $147
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Villa La Sini Yeppoon
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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 Snorkeling and Diving: Experience the vibrant underwater life with world-class snorkeling and diving opportunities.
  • Nature Tours: Discover the breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems through guided nature tours.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy a variety of activities suitable for all ages, making it perfect for family vacations.
  • Local Markets and Shopping: Explore nearby recreational areas, public markets, and shopping spots for unique souvenirs.
  • Eco-Conscious Tourism: Engage in sustainable travel practices while appreciating one of the world's natural wonders.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an unforgettable outdoor vacation experience perfect for families and eco-conscious travelers. Popular activities include reef trips, day snorkeling, nature tours, and various day trips that showcase the stunning natural beauty of the area. Visitors can also explore recreational areas, public markets, and shopping spots nearby, ensuring a well-rounded adventure while enjoying this incredible natural wonder.

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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 (24.700000000000003°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