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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef 4-star hotels

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

2. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.

3. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,651 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
aly
The price is £247
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Whitsunday Apartments
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

5. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was functional and clean - the hotel itself is a bit out on a limb near the port which was great for visiting magnetic island - if you don’t want to eat in the hotel then it’s a long walk to anywhere nearby - it’s pretty rundown nearby!"
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Ville Resort - Casino
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, location, and fantastic breakfast buffet!"
United States
James
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,123 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

8. The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (879 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Karen
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Palmer Collective
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

9. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good to stay, close to most of the places to see. Environment is good and accomodating"
Australia
Gurwinder
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

10. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"
Australia
Gerard
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, beach, and lounge area.

11. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
4.0 star property
Whitsundays
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"very nice hotel, good location"
Australia
yifan
The price is £238
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Reef View Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

12. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

13. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful location right on the beach. Clean and well maintained for an excellent price."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Aquarius on the Beach
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

14. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
4.5 star property
South Townsville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (998 reviews)
"It was very clean friendly and helpful staff and a great location"
Australia
Terry
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Pool

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

16. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Clean and in the middle of the city. Short walks too."
Australia
Geiza
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Benson Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

17. Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
4.0 star property
Cannonvale
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (804 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Quiet location away from town but easy transport links. Lovely rooms and beautiful gardens and pool. Would recommend."
United Kingdom
Jacki
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mantra Club Croc
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

18. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean ,right beside airport and staff were so helpful! Good restsurant that did room delivery!all you need after a long day travelling!"
Australia
gail
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
ibis Mackay
A modern building with a prominent 'empree' sign, featuring multiple balconies and a glass facade.

19. Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
4.5 star property
Rockhampton City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"The staff was amazing we had multiple rooms and they were super helpful."
Australia
Paul
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Empire Apartment Hotel
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

20. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room comfortable bed and pillows"
Australia
Angela
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Coral Cay Resort
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