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SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

4 out of 5
South of Wilshire
Price was AU$2,351, price is now AU$1,562 per person
AU$1,562
per person
23 Apr - 27 Apr
found 13 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent location, clean room, comfortable bed

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World

Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World

5 out of 5
Las Vegas Strip
Price was AU$3,208, price is now AU$2,080 per person
AU$2,080
per person
2 May - 9 May
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,183 reviews)
Room was spacious and clean

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World

Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World

4.5 out of 5
Price was AU$2,888, price is now AU$1,944 per person
AU$1,944
per person
2 May - 9 May
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (13,831 reviews)
Molly at the front desk was kind and

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
Price was AU$2,620, price is now AU$1,770 per person
AU$1,770
per person
2 May - 9 May
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8/10 Very Good! (5,163 reviews)
This resort was wonderful. I had a great time. The room was beautiful clean way beyond my expectations. Thank you Expedia for making this choice for me. Highly recommend 10 out of 10.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
Price was AU$2,602, price is now AU$1,773 per person
AU$1,773
per person
2 May - 9 May
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Las Vegas (LAS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,607 reviews)
This was my first time staying at this casino. It was amazing and I would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Our guide on where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

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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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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

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$369 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
AU$369
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Resort is perfect. Great grounds and location. Staff super helpful. Shade cloth over a section of main pool would be only thing l would recommend.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
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$185 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$185
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Large spacious room .. staff attentive .. bathrooms a bit dated and no draws to store clothes

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$170
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Safe,Clean,Comfortable with excellent Staff.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
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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
Airlie Beach Lagoon which includes a pool, tropical scenes and swimming

Airlie Beach Lagoon

4.5/5(328 reviews)

Spend the day with the family enjoying the sheltered waters of Airlie Beach’s own tropical oasis, surrounded by landscaped gardens and grassy picnic areas.

Airlie Beach Lagoon
One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

4/5(1,110 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

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 Half-Day Cruise

Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

AU$155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

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

AU$206
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
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