What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef?

Great Barrier Reef is located in a welcoming area of Wangetti known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs. 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?

Turtle Cove Beach Resort - Adults Only LGBTQIA & Allies is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 3.5-star resort offers a private beach and free breakfast. It's located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Great Barrier Reef. Other good options around the area include Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows - Campground and Imagine Drift Palm Cove .

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 Macalister Range National Park, Wangetti Beach or Mount Formartine North Summit. Spend some time checking out Palm Cove Beach, which is 7.4 mi from Great Barrier Reef, or make a stop by Clifton Beach, located 8.4 mi away.

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Number of reviews	2534
Accommodation	529 hotels
Lowest Price	AU$190
Highest Price	AU$389

Hotels Near Wangetti, Queensland

Palm Cove Beach
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.
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Palm Cove Beach
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
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Clifton Beach
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Frequently asked questions

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.

Recent Reviews in Great Barrier Reef
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Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
5/5 Excellent
"Excellent stay Only negative was short walk to restaurants Maybe a shuttle bus to town would have been good "
A verified traveller stayed at Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Posted 3 days ago
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
5/5 Excellent
"Beautiful, clean, comfortable apartment. Very quiet and easy access to the 2nd floor we were on. Loved it and wished we could stay longer! "
A verified traveller stayed at Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Posted 4 days ago
Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Palm Cove Holiday Retreat-2 Story, 4 Bedroom House with Ocean & Rainforest views
5/5 Excellent
The best place ever.
"The property was perfect for a large family with 2 living areas. Large downstairs area with a large dining table. It was well set out, a quiet location which backs onto a rainforest and you can see the water. My family just loved it. Would totally recommend this house."
A verified traveller stayed at Palm Cove Holiday Retreat-2 Story, 4 Bedroom House with Ocean & Rainforest views
Posted 7 days ago
Palm Cove Holiday Retreat-2 Story, 4 Bedroom House with Ocean & Rainforest views
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows - Campground
5/5 Excellent
"Loved the outlook right on the beach very tropical and tranquil. "
A verified traveller stayed at Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows - Campground
Posted 7 days ago
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows - Campground
Family friendly resort Fast Wifi Netflx Free access to Resort health Club
5/5 Excellent
A very comfortable unit in a great location
"This apartment had everything we needed for a 10 day resort style stay in Palm Cove - comfortable bed, working kitchen, good heating/cooling, balcony overlooking swimming pool. Its location was terrific, within a short and beautiful walk to the beach and restaurants of Palm Cove, and an easy drive to either Cairns or the northern attractions. Access to the adjacent Health Club, with its lap pool, gym and sauna was an added bonus!"
A verified traveller stayed at Family friendly resort Fast Wifi Netflx Free access to Resort health Club
Posted 8 days ago
Family friendly resort Fast Wifi Netflx Free access to Resort health Club
Imagine Drift Palm Cove
5/5 Excellent
"Staff were fantastic. Great location. Very comfortable apartment "
A verified traveller stayed at Imagine Drift Palm Cove
Posted 1 month ago
Imagine Drift Palm Cove
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
5/5 Excellent
"Beautiful pool area and pool bar. Restaurants close buy and shops too. Lovely room with outdoor spa."
A verified traveller stayed at Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
Posted 2 months ago
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
The Reef Retreat
5/5 Excellent
"The rooms are set among beautiful Melaleuca trees and tropical gardens. The pool is lovely. Everthing you could need was in the room. King size comfortable bed. Staff very helpful and friendly. I would definitely stay there again. Easy walk to grocery shop and short walk to the beautiful beach and main street with restaurants and pubs etc. The Palm Cove Sunday market the best - great - first Sunday of the month."
A verified traveller stayed at The Reef Retreat
Posted 2 months ago
The Reef Retreat
Luxury Haven, Pool, Internet, HDTV, Gym
5/5 Excellent
Amazing stay
"Amazing stay had everything we needed. Loved the views and code for room was so much better than needing a key! BBQs didn’t work though :("
A verified traveller stayed at Luxury Haven, Pool, Internet, HDTV, Gym
Posted 3 months ago
Luxury Haven, Pool, Internet, HDTV, Gym

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