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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$2,607, price is now AU$1,350 per person
AU$1,350
per person
19 May - 23 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (528 reviews)
No frills, no bells & whistles - nevertheless clean, comfortable, quiet & safe. At a fair price.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios

The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios

3 out of 5
Hollywood
Price was AU$3,039, price is now AU$1,732 per person
AU$1,732
per person
19 May - 23 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,656 reviews)
Great location, clean and friendly staff!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 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$4,234, price is now AU$2,428 per person
AU$2,428
per person
22 Apr - 29 Apr
found 9 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,912 reviews)
when i paid my resort fee i expect full service ice machine was not working. took fo ever to get service at valet and taxi. Buffet was ok food could have been hotter water down orange juice. when i went to check out i told the person about my issues with having to pay my resort fee when i feel things should have work properly. I was told to go to each department and complain there.....not my job wont be giving and more of my cash to virgin

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

iCoconutGrove Vacation Rentals

iCoconutGrove Vacation Rentals

4 out of 5
Coconut Grove
Price was AU$4,371, price is now AU$2,570 per person
AU$2,570
per person
2 May - 7 May
found 6 hours ago
Return flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Miami (MIA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great water views. Excellent location.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 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 showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

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

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$202 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$202
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Best holiday experience I’ve had!

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$179 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$179
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Comfortable clean room

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hilton Cairns
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$180 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$180
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
I actually had a room facing Domino’s Pizza and parking lot. After travelling from Canada, and first being turned around from Sydney Airport to Proserpine, due to flooding, I was disappointed to have a view of the parking lot. The hotel ended up to be a great location, with friendly staff. I loved ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
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Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a pool and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(1,351 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 showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Whitehaven Beach

4.5/5(287 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
Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(1,059 reviews)

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

Palm Cove Beach

What to do in Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

AU$186
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

AU$206
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
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
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