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Top Trending Hotels Near Great Barrier Reef

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,005 reviews
"Service is fabulous, room was extremely comfortable, although due to climate needs some refreshing. Very good facilities, restaurants are excellent. Health centre is a little on the sparse side & a very small room for what’s in it. "
The price is ฿5,301
per night
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Daydream Island Resort
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, 599 reviews
"Mint"
The price is ฿5,082
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Daydream Island Resort
Crystalbrook Riley
Balcony
Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 858 reviews
"Our stay was very comfortable. The facilities were very good, and parking on site was easy and consistently available, not like other hotels where they take your money but often no allocation or availability of a parking bay. Our room was upgraded on booking in, which was a nice surprise, and we had a glorious view of the beach and pool, with magnificent sunrises, and sunset views. Walkable to most retail and food outlets. Although on the Esplanade, it was at the quieter end so not as much...
The price is ฿6,801
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Crystalbrook Riley
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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Property amenity
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 849 reviews
"We love the Mirage, we were disappointed the room we wanted wasn’t available however no one checked in or out of it whilst we were there. Check in was a struggle as the staff member did not have a good understanding or room types. All service staff were amazingly friendly as usual though. We have stayed this time of year two years in a row for our anniversary and requested a pool breakfast that we had seen advertised however they advised it wasn’t available whilst we were there which was...
The price is ฿9,979
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Crystalbrook Flynn
Exterior
Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 485 reviews
"Excellent position, lots of restaurants around to choose from, ocean views "
The price is ฿5,701
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Crystalbrook Flynn
Reef View Hotel
On the beach, beach towels
Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
"You will literally be living in a tropical paradise full of natural wonders! Cockatoos will come visit your balcony from the nearby national forest, a warm sea breeze will greet you every day, together with spectacular sunrises, and everything is walking distance! If you’re not feeling like walking though there are FREE shuttles across this island, including the Reef View Hotel, which run every 10 mins and take you most places. It’s clean here, well maintained, very well organised, and great...
The price is ฿9,201
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Reef View Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Double Double Deluxe City Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
"Pool is great"
The price is ฿4,628
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Hilton Cairns
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,001 reviews
"Very nice stay"
The price is ฿5,630
per night
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hilton Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Reception
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,005 reviews
"Travelling through,nothing was too much trouble for staff "
The price is ฿5,316
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
"Good location, comfortable bed"
The price is ฿5,534
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
View from property
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
"The bathroom, which I gather is for the elderly or wheelchair bound as there was a shower chair present was a massive falls risk. Water went throughout the entire bathroom leaving it completely wet till morning. We almost slipped over every night. Putting down a bath mat was completely futile as it became a sponge"
The price is ฿4,201
per night
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Crystalbrook Bailey
Front of property – evening/night
Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 486 reviews
"Great room facing the city and water views. Nice size room with great ensuite. Friendly staff"
The price is ฿5,101
per night
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Crystalbrook Bailey
Pullman Cairns International
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,003 reviews
"Ultimate stay in Cairns"
The price is ฿6,161
per night
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Pullman Cairns International
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 482 reviews
"Best pool around and great rooms. The food is great and staff is some of the best around. Always happy, helpful, and fun."
The price is ฿5,312
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 116 reviews
"Setting is fabulous, outlook fantastic, food incredible. All restaurant venues quality of food was excellent. Majority of staff were excellent, (Atama a standout). Staff need senior management in all areas as some staff were standing around talking more than serving. (Especially at the main pool area). This is not the young kids fault but lack of investment by upper management to supply and enforce high hospitality standards"
The price is ฿15,113
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,003 reviews
"The staff were fantastic. The stay was great, only complaint was Kids screaming and playing around the pool."
The price is ฿3,418
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Tower | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
"The facility is a bit dated but staff service was excellent and the dining was good at a fair price. Easy walk to other amenities. "
The price is ฿4,427
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Mantra Esplanade
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
"Generally very good. Great location and helpful staff. The property is about twenty years old however, and in some places it shows. A couple of cracked tiles and carpet perhaps needed replacing, but lots of positives. Only real complaint was that the spa didn’t have a heater, which I sort of expect in a spa."
The price is ฿5,467
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Mantra Esplanade
Hotel Tropiq
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Tropiq
3.5 star property
6.6 out of 10, 227 reviews
"Felt safe as there was a security guard at property by night. However I needed to take ubers instead of walking as planned due to unsafe area which was expensive. Staff and facilities were clean and staff were great. "
The price is ฿2,907
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hotel Tropiq
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,003 reviews
"Great location with being close to the amazing restaurants along the Marina! Also just a short walk to many lovely cafes for brunch. Room is quiet from room next door noise but not from street noise. It was also not great being put in a room outside the lifts, especially when we've stayed here many times over 10 years."
The price is ฿6,026
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
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Cairns Esplanade

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef?

Great Barrier Reef is located in an area that travellers like for its beaches. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef?

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 5-star hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. You'll find it 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from Great Barrier Reef. Other good options around the area include Crystalbrook Flynn and Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Barrier Reef, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Great Barrier Reef.

What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef?

Create some family memories at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. You can enjoy nature at Wangetti Beach, Macalister Range National Park or Mount Formartine North Summit.

Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5/5 Excellent
"Service is fabulous, room was extremely comfortable, although due to climate needs some refreshing. Very good facilities, restaurants are excellent. Health centre is a little on the sparse side & a very small room for what’s in it. "
A verified traveller stayed at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns