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The Latest Great Barrier Reef Holiday Deals

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The LEEF Hotel

The LEEF Hotel

2 out of 5
Citrus Grove
Price was AU$2,533, price is now AU$1,738 per person
AU$1,738
per person
24 July - 30 July
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (655 reviews)
Great spot for a quick soccer match stay!

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Westgate Flamingo Bay Resort

Westgate Flamingo Bay Resort

4 out of 5
Spring Valley
Price was AU$2,804, price is now AU$1,878 per person
AU$1,878
per person
15 Aug - 22 Aug
found 5 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
staff is friendly and helpful. we will recommend for anyone else when they are going to LV

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was AU$2,694, price is now AU$1,850 per person
AU$1,850
per person
24 July - 30 July
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,867 reviews)
Great place to stay for a few days, clean, quiet

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

4 out of 5
Manhattan
Price was AU$3,757, price is now AU$2,588 per person
AU$2,588
per person
11 Aug - 17 Aug
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to New York (JFK)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,555 reviews)
Great location. Room was huge and beds were amazing! Clean and felt very safe.

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Virgin Hotel Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

Virgin Hotel Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
Price was AU$12,732, price is now AU$8,816 per person
AU$8,816
per person
30 July - 6 Aug
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Las Vegas (LAS)
9/10 Wonderful! (8,146 reviews)
I love everything about this spot

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Our guide on where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

Find the best Great Barrier Reef areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Great Barrier Reef
Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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Great Barrier Reef Holiday

Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers an ideal destination for eco-friendly family vacations, with a variety of outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy snorkelling trips, diving tours, and exciting excursions to discover the region's remarkable marine wonders. Additionally, there are shopping areas and recreational facilities nearby to enhance your experience. Immerse yourself in the beauty and adventure that the Great Barrier Reef has to offer.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

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

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Our pick of the best Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$204 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$204
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Brilliant Stay"

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$280 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$280
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"NOT WORTH THE MONEY , CLEANING SERVICE WAS REALLY BAD, FOOD BAD, AND THERE SERVICE FRONT DESK WAS A NIGHTMARE . WONT BE BACK !!!!"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 14 June to 15 June
AU$175
14 June - 15 June
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"C"

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(1,368 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven Beach

4.5/5(289 reviews)

Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.

Whitehaven Beach
Macrossan Street

Macrossan Street

4.5/5(605 reviews)

During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Macrossan Street

What to do in Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

AU$193
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Whitehaven Beach Big Island Day Tour

Whitehaven Beach Purely Whitehaven Day Tour

AU$245
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Purely Whitehaven Day Tour
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

AU$152
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
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