Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide
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Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
4.5/5(1,489 area reviews)
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
North Ward
North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
The price is AU$471 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$471
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,581 reviews)
All good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$220
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Great location to the esplanade
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Airlie Beach Hotel
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD
The price is AU$206 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$206
20 May - 21 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Airlie Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room hadn’t been cleaned properly as we found clothes from previous travellers beside bed as well as dirty tissue beside bed and towel was smeared with excrement. The lift was being maintained which is fine but our room was right next to the construction meeting point it seemed and the noise was ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whitsunday Apartments
14 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Whitsundays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,581 reviews)
All good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
23-51 Anderson Road Woree QLD
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (779 reviews)
Great for kids, clean, basic necessities included. Staff very friendly. Overall a great stay. Only downside was wifi wasn’t great and I didn’t have very good phone reception, might have just been our spot in the park.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Mirage Whitsundays
11 Altmann Avenue Cannonvale QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cannonvale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (786 reviews)
Very big room with washing facilities and kitchen was great. The breakfast options are limited and you have to pay for coffee which is a bit of a let down in this day in age. The lagoon pool was enjoyable and the property and room were clean. They dont do a servicing during you stay which was a surprise ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Whitehaven Beach
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.
Airlie Beach Lagoon
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.
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.
Four Mile Beach
Unspoiled white sand, crystal-clear blue water, swaying palm trees and stunning views of the ocean make this one of the most picturesque beaches in town.
Catseye Beach
Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.
Activities
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
AU$186
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Purely Whitehaven Day Tour
AU$245
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
AU$269
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
AU$155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'
AU$5,463
per traveller
Rayglass Protector - Standard Private Charter - Whitsundays
AU$3,852
per traveller
