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A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
€145
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.
A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Canada
Vanessa
€146
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a large window with curtains.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain in the background.
A modern indoor space with round tables and chairs, a pool table, and a bar area.

3. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
Richard
€287
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Reef View Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.
A modern living room with wicker furniture, a white coffee table, and large windows with a view of palm trees.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the sea and mountains.
A spa area with a hot tub surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.

4. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
Whitsundays
Australia
Germain
€297
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Whitsunday Apartments
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.
A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.
A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

5. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
Australia
Majella
€103
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.
A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, wicker furniture, and a reception desk with a stone wall backdrop.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, overlooking a scenic view of palm trees and the ocean.
A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with pillows, a desk, and a view of the sea.

6. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
Townsville
Australia
Adriano
€146
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The Ville Resort - Casino
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 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.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

7. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Cathy
€156
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Cairns Plaza Hotel
An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a pier, and multiple boats in the water.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
A woman sitting on a swing overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sunset.
A modern reception area with a marble counter, a view of the sea, and a ceiling with wooden slats.

8. Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
Airlie Beach
Australia
Despina
€247
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Coral Sea Resort
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.
A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.
A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

9. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Nino
€138
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.
A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Patricia
€143
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A pool area with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.

11. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
North Ward
Australia
Chris
€104
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Aquarius on the Beach
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, two bedside tables, and pendant lights.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a round dining table, and a sofa.

12. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Townsville
Australia
Mary
€104
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.
A modern hotel with a prominent red sign, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.
A restaurant with round glass tables, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

13. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Lynette
€98
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.
A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

14. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Viktoriia
€160
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean with boats.
A modern kitchen with a view of the sea and boats, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of the sea, and a living room with a TV and seating.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a few sailboats.

15. Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
Cannonvale
Australia
Rachel
€323
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mirage Whitsundays
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

16. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
South Mackay
Australia
Melissa
€94
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
ibis Mackay
A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, seating arrangements, and a view of a multi-story building with balconies.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, tables set with candles and drinks, and hanging light fixtures.

17. Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
Cannonvale
Australia
Georgie
€127
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mantra Club Croc
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a dining table with a bowl of apples. A balcony with a view of the city and mountains is visible through large windows.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.

18. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
South Townsville
Australia
Kerlynne
€110
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A travel agency interior with a reception desk, seating area, and walls lined with travel brochures and maps.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a building with multiple balconies, and lush greenery.

19. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Mary
€194
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

20. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Brendan
€164
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Reef View Hotel

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"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Reef View Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

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."
Donald 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Whitsunday Apartments

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."
Audra Maziarz 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Whitsunday Apartments
Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Easy walk to city centre. Good food on site - friendly staff."
Despina 6-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Coral Sea Resort
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is very cosy, and we were given a lovely room. We’re really happy with it! 😊"
Viktoriia 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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