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(1,474 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.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in 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.
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
The price is AU$319 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$319
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Port Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Pretty resort, lovely food, reception staff were friendly, pool bar staff were not attentive. The room was a great size and had a awesome view.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is AU$139 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$139
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Food and beverage service appalling but love the resort overall
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is AU$231 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$231
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Location to Green Island boat tour
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
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! (2,524 reviews)
Room was well equipped and clean apart from some small cockroaches. Staff were friendly. Great location and pool. Loved the Cockatoos on the balcony. Fantastic views.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
3-11 Water Street Cairns QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,598 reviews)
Room was clean, comfortable, spacious and quiet. The location was really great. Really liked this place and would stay again. However, we were only given one very small shampoo for two people for 6 days and while they did give us more when we asked they gave us a hard time about it stating they are ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
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! (751 reviews)
The hotel and staff were fantastic, gave us a sea view room, which really was beautiful! The location of the hotel is perfect, a short walk into town which has plenty of shops and food. The staff were great, super friendly, very knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. Really good hotel!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
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.
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Port of Airlie
4.5/5(307 reviews)
This sun-kissed marina is your gateway to the world-famous Whitsunday Islands. Sail or drive here to shop or dine with views over the glistering turquoise waters.
Four Mile Beach
4.5/5(639 reviews)
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
4.5/5(154 reviews)
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 Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
AU$206
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Half-Day Cruise
AU$149
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
