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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.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.
A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
£110
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and rocks.
A hotel with multiple floors, a beach in the foreground, and palm trees.
A spa area with a hot tub surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the sea and mountains.

2. Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments
Whitsundays
United States
Sara
Whitsunday Apartments
A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.
A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with pillows, a desk, and a view of the sea.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, overlooking a scenic view of palm trees and the ocean.
A modern kitchen with marble countertops, a central island with food displays, pendant lighting, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

3. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
Townsville
Australia
Adriano
£126
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Ville Resort - Casino
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.
A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Linda
£136
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cairns Plaza Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.
A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.
A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

5. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
Australia
daniel
£87
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
An aerial view of a resort with a pool, beach, and lounge area.
A modern indoor space with round tables and chairs, a pool table, and a bar area.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with books, and a large window with curtains.
A balcony with a wooden chair and table, a book, and a glass of water.

6. Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel
Whitsundays
Australia
Brett
£217
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Reef View Hotel
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United Kingdom
Laura
£95
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

8. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Rachel
£134
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.
A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.
A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

9. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Alok
£111
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, tables set with candles and drinks, and hanging light fixtures.

10. Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc
Cannonvale
Australia
Diego
£116
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Mantra Club Croc
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a wine display.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, two bedside tables, and pendant lights.

11. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Townsville
Australia
Brendon
£87
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Suzanne
£144
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.
A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A hotel sign with "Aquarius on the Beach" and "Stay" indicating availability.

13. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
North Ward
Australia
Adrian
£92
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Aquarius on the Beach
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by artificial grass and a metal fence.
A lobby with two elevators, a digital clock, a sign indicating the ground level, a self-service elevator button, and a vending machine.
A hotel with a sign reading "The Palmer Collective." It features multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a white van and a car.

14. The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
South Townsville
Australia
Karen
£92
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Palmer Collective
An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, a pier, and multiple boats in the water.
A modern reception area with a marble counter, a view of the sea, and a ceiling with wooden slats.
A woman sitting on a swing overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sunset.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the sea, featuring a wooden deck, white walls, and tropical plants.

15. Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
Airlie Beach
Australia
Despina
£223
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Coral Sea Resort
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a view of the pool and buildings outside.
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

16. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Jim
£116
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Benson Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.
A modern hotel with a prominent red sign, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.
An outdoor patio area with round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by white railings and greenery.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.

17. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Anne
£75
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Cassandra
£126
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.

19. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
South Townsville
Australia
Kelvin
£87
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
A modern building with a prominent 'empree' sign, featuring multiple balconies and a glass facade.
A pool area with clear water, steps leading into the pool, and a building with multiple floors and large windows in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a wooden floor.
A table with a charcuterie board, wine glasses, and a bottle, set on a balcony with a view of mountains and a body of water.

20. Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel
Rockhampton City
Australia
Kathy
£120
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Empire Apartment Hotel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good
"Cairns Plaza is a clean, simple hotel with great views and a very helpful staff. We stayed in a suite, so the living room, kitchen supplies (fridge, utensils/plates and microwave) and separate bedroom made things so easy and comfortable. They have coin-op laundry facilities on-site, which was helpful as this was the second stop on a two-week trip for us. There is a great cafe (Muddy’s Cafe) across the street in the park that offers a 10% discount to hotel guests. It was delicious. The hotel is right along the esplanade, so an easy walk to many restaurants and shops. The hotel isn’t fancy (no fitness center, on-site resturant, etc.) , but it has every thing you need for a really pleasant stay. We’d stay here again for sure!"
Elaine 6-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Greaaaaaaaaaaaaaatttttttttt"
Peter 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Coral Sea Resort
Whitsunday Apartments

Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Spectacular views from our balcony and lots of birds and wallabies! Staff were very helpful. Free shuttle was great! Beach was a very short walk from the property! Will definitely be back."
Emilene 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Whitsunday Apartments
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were great, room was clean and pool was nice. Some parts of the exterior of the building could use cleaning or repair but didn’t effect the stay"
Kiara 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"hotel rooms were not luxorious but great location and views. only stopped one night"
Yvonne 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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