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Hyatt House LAX/ Manhattan Beach

Hyatt House LAX/ Manhattan Beach

3 out of 5
Price was AU$2,663, price is now AU$1,491 per person
AU$1,491
per person
8 May - 12 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Rug and room decor is a bit older and needs a refresh.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Georgian Hotel

The Georgian Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Santa Monica
Price was AU$3,787, price is now AU$2,442 per person
AU$2,442
per person
8 May - 12 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
Best hotel in LA. Absolutely incredible suites and service. Feels like you’re in a Wed Anderson movie. 11/10.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills

W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills

4.5 out of 5
Westwood
Price was AU$3,041, price is now AU$2,007 per person
AU$2,007
per person
8 May - 12 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The trip started out with some issues, but the manager was fantastic and helped us with all the problems.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was AU$3,014, price is now AU$2,059 per person
AU$2,059
per person
6 Apr - 12 Apr
found 8 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,622 reviews)
Air conditioning works well plenty of parking hotel is clean and well cared for rooms are a good size and the atmosphere is nice staff is friendly

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
Wilshire Montana
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Price was AU$4,424, price is now AU$3,109 per person
AU$3,109
per person
10 May - 14 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (500 reviews)
Beautiful property and attentive staff. I loved it.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 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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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

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 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$369
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Staff were so welcoming and helpful, they really went out of their way to make our stay feel special. The room was beautiful and very clean. A nice touch was the on tap sparkling and chilled water in the corridor.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$187 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$187
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Nice service

Reviewed on 4 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$195 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$195
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The room was average - nothing special, although in a good location downtown. The views from the pictures in the booking are nothing like what we saw from our hotel room. The bed was comfortable, but we did have a bright purple light shining in from the building across that was visible even with ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Barrier Reef

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 Half-Day Cruise

Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise

AU$155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
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