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Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is in perfect location, close to the beach, pools and food :) I cannot recommend the hotel enough!"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is AU$401
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Reef View Hotel

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG
5.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay and celebrate that special occasion. Choice of restaurants was great."
Australia
Aden
The price is AU$700
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG

Daydream Island Resort

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
Whitsundays
7.8 out of 10, Good, (942 reviews)
"We loved our stay, beautiful, relaxing and fun"
Australia
Debra
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Daydream Island Resort

Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,610 reviews)
"Incredible view, kind and efficient staff."
Australia
Germain
The price is AU$471
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Whitsunday Apartments

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"Nice and handy location to the beach bars and restaurants.Bungalow was comfortable and we had fresh towels etc each day."
Australia
Julie
The price is AU$475
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Palm Bungalows

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Super convenient location, great pizza and bar!"
Australia
Lynda
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Airlie Beach Hotel

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (406 reviews)
"I had a beautiful stay. The accessible cabin was very spacious and comfortable. The staff were absolutely lovely and the overall experience was excellent."
Australia
Julie-Ann
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Mirage Whitsundays

Mirage Whitsundays
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"Great spacious rooms in a lovely location an easy walk from town, would happily stay again"
Australia
Rachel
The price is AU$454
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Mirage Whitsundays

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
Airlie Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent place and great location."
Australia
Samir
The price is AU$354
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Coral Sea Resort

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (547 reviews)
"So nice this place,very kind staff! "
Australia
Rose Ann
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
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What is Whitsundays like for travellers on a budget?
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Whitsundays?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Whitsundays, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Whitsundays are March, January, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Whitsundays?
You don't need to spend big to find places to visit in Whitsundays. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost little or nothing at all. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet or Catseye Beach.
How can I get to Whitsundays and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Whitsundays is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), situated 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 32 mi (51.6 km) away. Whitsundays may not have many public transport options so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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