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An aerial view of a natural pool surrounded by dense foliage, with a small structure and seating area visible.

A wooden deck with a sofa and a potted plant, a glass door leading to an interior space, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a stone floor, wooden beams, and a staircase leading to upper levels.

A building with a curved roof and a staircase leading to a covered area.

1. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Oak Beach

Gisele

Rp6.786.518

Rp7.465.170 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A pool surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

A pathway lined with lush green foliage and a series of blue-framed windows.

A white building with a dark roof, situated on stilts over water, surrounded by trees.

A coastal landscape with a beach, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

2. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Port Douglas

Molly

Rp2.634.066

Rp2.897.498 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Paradise Cove Beach".

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Racquel

Rp2.784.773

Rp3.063.250 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with star-shaped objects, a TV on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large potted plant.

4. Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

Michelle

Rp2.236.008

Rp2.459.584 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a green sofa, a yellow table, and a ceiling fan.

A motel with a signboard, a parking area, and a building with a red roof.

A building with an underwater mural, a pool, and a stone feature.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered bar area, surrounded by greenery and a building with red doors.

5. Port Douglas Motel

Port Douglas

Linda

Rp2.659.050

Rp2.924.955 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

A coastal landscape with a beach, a pier, and a small island in the distance.

A modern interior with a staircase, a dining area with chairs, and a sofa with cushions.

6. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

"Great comfortable resort, lots of pools and banana lounges, undercover bar, seating area with tv to retreat from the sun or rain. Happy hour at 3-5pm with music so great vibe. Rooms are clean. Breakfast buffet is of excellent quality. I love the spinach and mushrooms. Lots of variety and great professional Nespresso coffee machine. Staff are very pleasant and helpful. You are right on the beach and a short walk to the shops and restaurants. Perfect for couples or families."

Maria

Rp3.623.310

Rp3.985.641 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a brown sofa, a wooden cabinet, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A beachside dining setup with tables and chairs, string lights, and palm trees.

7. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove

Nicola

Rp2.296.824

Rp2.296.824 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with a view of a garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a sliding glass door to a balcony.

A modern bathroom with black tiles, a glass shower enclosure, and a white toilet.

A kitchenette with a coffee maker, a small fridge, a plant, and a water dispenser on a wooden countertop.

8. Birch Resort Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Tarn

Rp1.975.713

Rp2.173.284 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, a small dining table, a sofa, and a kitchenette.

A wooden staircase leading to an outdoor deck with a railing, a black wall, and a window overlooking a garden.

A row of houses with a paved driveway, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

9. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Brinsmead

Yevonne

Rp1.861.331

Rp2.047.464 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a round table with a fruit bowl and two wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with wicker chairs.

10. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Earlville

Rachel

Rp2.381.209

Rp2.619.380 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

11. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North

carlos

Rp2.657.381

Rp2.923.132 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, trees, and a sign reading "The Beach Club".

A reception area with a surfboard, reception desk, and a view of a pool and building.

A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, and a chalkboard menu.

12. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Serena

Rp4.808.075

Rp4.808.075 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

Steven

Rp4.613.665

Rp4.613.665 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

A resort pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the surrounding buildings.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

14. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove

Gary

Rp3.558.595

Rp3.558.595 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Patricia

Rp2.678.662

Rp2.946.528 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A wooden pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A covered seating area with wicker furniture and a view of a lush garden through glass walls.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a sign reading "3 SIXTEEN BAR & BISTRO".

A table with a glass of white wine and a plate of food near a pool.

16. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Sasha

Rp2.720.934

Rp2.993.027 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern patio with a pool, a dining table, and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a large island with stools.

A swimming pool with a view of a body of water and buildings in the background.

17. Blue Lagoon Villas

Trinity Beach

Joseph

Rp5.182.814

Rp7.713.380 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A resort with a central swimming pool, surrounded by villas and palm trees, with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

A beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern interior with a glass-enclosed water feature, stone steps, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

18. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Craiglie

Carlos Rodriguez

Rp3.870.550

Rp4.257.605 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and bar stools.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television screen.

A reception area with a UFC sign, multiple monitors, and a closed sign indicating the counter is not open.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wall-mounted artwork, and a window with curtains.

19. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Manoora

Chris

Rp1.377.222

Rp1.514.944 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

20. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Cathy

Rp2.953.172

Rp3.248.489 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Thala Beach Nature Reserve	9.4 Exceptional 599 reviews	View
Lazy Lizard Motor Inn	9.6 Exceptional 661 reviews	View
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove	9.2 Wonderful 623 reviews	View
Trinity Collective	10.0 Exceptional 166 reviews	View
Port Douglas Motel	9.6 Exceptional 563 reviews	View

Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Reef View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"So spacious with convenient transportation, staff helpful with the tons of luggage I had and the views are breathtaking"

Hilton Cairns

8/10 Good

"Good location, nice water view, pool, comfortable rooms. But the buffet breakfast needs some attention. It was very busy and having just one (working) coffee machine for1 00+ people is just unacceptable. You either have to wait or pay extra for a handmade one. Not very luxe."

Airlie Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Roof was clean and comfortable and staff were helpful and efficient. There was building work going on to upgrade the amenities so future guests can have an even better stay."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"The hotel is lovely but some updating on guest service access and information is needed. QR code not working to look up amenities/services and some information is inaccurate, i.e. the location of laundry services. But location is awesome and the room was spacious. Loved having bath robes :)"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

8/10 Good

"Well situated and appointed family resort, set in lush gardens with restaurants within the complex. As an older couple travelling without a car we left the pools to the very happy families using them. However we could walk to the stunning Botanic Gardens and use the bus to travel into the city for the wonderful Kuranda Rail trip and walks along the Esplanade. The resort makes a good base, the staff are all lovely and rooms are serviced daily."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel, not the best location, especially having to walk past the hospital at night. Would have been nice to have the bar open after 10pm in the evening. Staff were attentive to maintenance issues raised and were keen to offer compensation in the form of free services."

Magnums Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

"A spacious cabin for an overnight stay. A friendly staff member at check in and free parking nearby. The bathrooms could do with an upgrade but otherwise a good choice."

Whitsunday Apartments

8/10 Good

"Location is ideal and the apartment is spacious. Only issue was with bugs that we had to report to housekeeping to manage. The floors also did not appear to be cleaned in the eating area as there were crumbs from whoever was there last."

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Property is very clean. Bathrooms have been redone."

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1. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

2. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

4. Trinity Collective

5. Port Douglas Motel

6. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

7. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

8. Birch Resort Port Douglas

9. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

10. Cairns Southgate Hotel

11. Floriana Boutique Hotel

12. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

14. Mantra Amphora

15. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

16. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

17. Blue Lagoon Villas

18. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

19. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

20. Cairns Plaza Hotel

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Hilton Cairns

Airlie Beach Hotel

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Apartments

The Oceanfront Cairns

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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hotels

1. Thala Beach Nature Reserve

2. Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

3. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

4. Trinity Collective

5. Port Douglas Motel

6. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

7. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

8. Birch Resort Port Douglas

9. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

10. Cairns Southgate Hotel

11. Floriana Boutique Hotel

12. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

14. Mantra Amphora

15. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

16. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

17. Blue Lagoon Villas

18. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

19. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

20. Cairns Plaza Hotel

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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Reef View Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Airlie Beach Hotel

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Magnums Airlie Beach

Whitsunday Apartments

The Oceanfront Cairns