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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location. Great place to stay…"
Australia
Katrina
The price is P8,069
P8,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Airlie Beach Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,043 reviews)
"Nice stay, staff are very nice"
Australia
Laura
The price is P8,062
P8,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
The price is P6,075
P6,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
The Oceanfront Cairns

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
The price is P4,171
P4,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Magnums Airlie Beach

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
The price is P13,302
P14,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Coral Sea Resort

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
The price is P7,676
P8,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Pacific Hotel Cairns

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
The price is P8,103
P8,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Club Wyndham Mission Beach

Mantra Gladstone

Mantra Gladstone
4.5 star property
Barney Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (708 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms and facilities were fantastic. Happy to stay here again."
Australia
Peter
The price is P7,010
P7,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Mantra Gladstone

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
The price is P5,265
P5,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
ibis Mackay

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
The price is P5,924
P6,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Rainforest Motel

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
The price is P8,840
P9,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and staff was amazing!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is P11,294
P12,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Hilton Cairns

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (937 reviews)
"Relax"
Australia
ryan
The price is P11,427
P12,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Daydream Island Resort

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
The price is P19,278
P21,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
The Elandra

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
Parkhurst
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Great place, clean"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is P6,893
P7,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Quality Resort Parkhurst

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
The price is P7,711
P8,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Villa La Sini Yeppoon

Picnic Bay Hotel

Picnic Bay Hotel
3.5 star property
Picnic Bay
The price is P14,479
P15,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Picnic Bay Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is P6,154
P6,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

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
The price is P7,536
P8,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Cairns Sheridan 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
The price is P7,829
P8,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
The Ville Resort - Casino
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The largest coral reef in the world lies just off the coast of Cairns and offers thousands of kilometres 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 vibrant underwater ecosystem, home to diverse species of fish, coral, and other marine creatures.
  • Snorkelling and Diving: Engage in exhilarating snorkelling and diving adventures to explore the breathtaking coral reefs up close.
  • Nature Tours: Enjoy guided nature tours that highlight the unique flora and fauna of the region.
  • Scenic Day Trips: Take day trips to various islands and cays for picturesque views and relaxation.
  • Eco-Friendly Activities: Participate in eco-friendly experiences that promote conservation and appreciation of the reef.

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is perfect for outdoor, eco-friendly family holidays, offering a range of activities such as shopping, recreational areas, and theatres. Key experiences include reef trips, nature tours, day snorkelling, and other nature-based adventures. Immerse yourself in the stunning marine life and breathtaking landscapes while enjoying a memorable day out.

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Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Great Barrier Reef

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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