Title: Visit Great Barrier Reef: Best of Great Barrier Reef Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef-Hotels.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef-Vacation-Rentals.d6061129.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Car-Rental-Guide)[Great Barrier Reef Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Great Barrier Reef ## Travel Guide ![Great Barrier Reef featuring diving, marine life and colorful reefs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/ab4d2ac1-badb-4946-beac-2ab9b841fa87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great Barrier Reef featuring diving, marine life and colorful reefs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/ab4d2ac1-badb-4946-beac-2ab9b841fa87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great Barrier Reef which includes colorful reefs and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/8323ad10-e4f7-4a53-a27b-db2c2888f384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great Barrier Reef showing coral and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/db653a87-4c5c-44ef-b5d0-c477bf20e1b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great Barrier Reef featuring marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/d1198592-930a-44e5-9aae-ece32404dc1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Barrier Reef Things to do #### 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](https://www.expedia.com/Wangetti.dx6333109), 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. - Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Great Barrier Reef ![Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/71185deb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD $248 nightly $273 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Clean and spacious room. Great pools. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Friendly staff. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F10%2F2026&endDate=2%2F11%2F2026&selected=8065&PinnedHotelID=8065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/9a3464c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD $108 nightly $119 total Feb 26 - Feb 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) A bit of a must y smell and no ventilation in lifts other then that, staff were lovely and was central Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) ![Airlie Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Airlie Beach Hotel Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD $118 nightly $130 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Airlie Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) The staff were awesome. Reception went above and beyond to locate our lost bags. Room service were so accommodating, and both restaurant and bar staff great. Loved our 11 night stay. Total relaxation, great place to reset. Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=2650713&PinnedHotelID=2650713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6061129) [See all 5,031 properties in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F10%2F2026&endDate=2%2F11%2F2026®ionId=6061129) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Whitsunday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/38d864b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Whitsunday Apartments 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! (2,554 reviews) It was very clean and comfortable and staff most helpful - brought us a coffee plunger upon request. Perfect location , loved the beach, pools etc. Easy access to the Marina and scenic walks. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) ![Southern Cross Atrium Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119300/1119287/a60f0bb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southern Cross Atrium Apartments 3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,610 reviews) Fantastic stay ! Highly recommend this hotel for the travellers ! Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Cairns-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Atrium-Apartments.h1119287.Hotel-Information) ![Mirage Whitsundays](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11070000/11066300/11066236/1c0aec6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mirage Whitsundays 11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (770 reviews) Great room and great resort. Good menu for lunch and dinner. Breakfast included was great Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Mirage-Whitsundays.h11066236.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6061129&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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