Title: The 10 Best 4 Star Hotels in Great Barrier Reef - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Barrier-Reef.dx6061129)[Hotels in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Barrier-Reef-Hotels.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Barrier-Reef-Holiday-Rentals.d6061129.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Barrier Reef](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Great Barrier Reef Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Car-Hire-Guide)[Great Barrier Reef Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Barrier-Reef.d6061129.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Great Barrier Reef which includes colourful reefs, marine life and scuba diving](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/ab4d2ac1-badb-4946-beac-2ab9b841fa87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/ab4d2ac1-badb-4946-beac-2ab9b841fa87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - 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2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/b47c41ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/7fc76258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/ba82f37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/300663ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Madison Plaza Townsville [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Madison-Plaza-Townsville.h62678.Hotel-Information) Townsville 7.2/10 Good (1,004 reviews) "Friendly staff and lovely city centre room" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Chris £56 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Madison-Plaza-Townsville.h62678.Hotel-Information) ![Land view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/f0d26892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/2ad8fc5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/b2d31789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Suite | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/d063addb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ville Resort - Casino [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Ville-Resort-Casino.h19136.Hotel-Information) Townsville 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,000 reviews) "Excellent location, great rooms" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Simon £118 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Ville-Resort-Casino.h19136.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/e33d8543.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King One Bedroom Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/56366886.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/1ac8b9f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/2aad2069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Cairns.h7566.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 8.6/10 Excellent (1,007 reviews) "Great location. Great rooms and pool. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Emily £89 includes taxes & fees 18 Mar - 19 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Cairns.h7566.Hotel-Information) ![Land view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/8d881048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Room, 2 Double Beds | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/3d3db16c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/0ddc3fb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 33 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/281356c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairns Harbourside Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information) Cairns North 8.8/10 Excellent (1,002 reviews) "Great staff great location " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Wayne £83 includes taxes & fees 13 Mar - 14 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Luxury Suite | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456700/456649/700ffe22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior King Balcony Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456700/456649/08e528a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Balcony Suite | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456700/456649/a3ca6b3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456700/456649/0a0c79de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pacific Hotel Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pacific-Hotel-Cairns.h456649.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 8.4/10 Very good (1,003 reviews) "Great location in a quite area, but still very close to the lagoon and various dining areas." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Dean £85 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pacific-Hotel-Cairns.h456649.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/413fcb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/ca966e44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/48e54129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/cdafd21b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Palmer Collective [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Palmer-Collective.h2439703.Hotel-Information) South Townsville 8.8/10 Excellent (811 reviews) "Great location, staff were very friendly, and the freshly baked biscuits were a pleasant surprise." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sharon £101 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Palmer-Collective.h2439703.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/610e3959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/0f04c16f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/6ce15fca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/4ca2b559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Benson Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Benson-Hotel.h68623541.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 8.6/10 Excellent (508 reviews) "Nice and clean room, convenient to every shopping areas and main tourist spots " ![Hong Kong SAR China](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/hk.svg) Wing Cheung Winnie £86 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Benson-Hotel.h68623541.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/86b0e177.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/08b2fcbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Honeymoon Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/4ab669de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/9df6da7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Cairns-City-Centre.h1113237.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 7.4/10 Good (1,001 reviews) "Excellent value, great staff (Max, Benjamin and the lady), close to many dining options and other activities " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Santosh £67 includes taxes & fees 24 Feb - 25 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Cairns-City-Centre.h1113237.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2160000/2159100/2159076/5b38f9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coral Sea View Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2160000/2159100/2159076/5b68dd39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2160000/2159100/2159076/f2cee2d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coral Sea View King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2160000/2159100/2159076/65699bc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reef View Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Reef-View-Hotel.h2159076.Hotel-Information) Whitsundays 8.6/10 Excellent (1,004 reviews) "Room was very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jennifer Margaret £202 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Reef-View-Hotel.h2159076.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/1a8d6f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/b85bddb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/c73613b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Room with Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/19df0036.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coral Sea Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) Airlie Beach 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,001 reviews) "Great stay!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Karen £151 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/c3fb8456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Coral Sea View Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/b6dba603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Coral Sea View Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/e5362155.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/18de5552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whitsunday Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) Whitsundays 9.0/10 Wonderful (2,559 reviews) "The location, overlooking Catseye Beach, was perfect for us. The beach was a short walk away, and there were nearby restaurants, buggy hire and souvenir shop. The room was clean, spacious and well-equipped. The staff were friendly and helpful. Stayed 7 night s there and would happily go back. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) David £198 includes taxes & fees 24 Feb - 25 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Room, 1 Bedroom | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480800/480773/a32b06eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Poolview Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480800/480773/7a0162c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480800/480773/a4f9527d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/480800/480773/ecdcad38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palm Royale Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Palm-Royale-Cairns.h480773.Hotel-Information) Manunda 8.2/10 Very good (1,001 reviews) "Clean room, friendly staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Zoran £69 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Palm-Royale-Cairns.h480773.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/77ca0966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ocean Corner Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/e240d86b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ocean Corner Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/6772c9dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/e805f940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ardo [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Ardo.h99224381.Hotel-Information) Townsville 9.6/10 Exceptional (313 reviews) "Great rooms, great style, great location. " ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Christopher £129 includes taxes & fees 16 Mar - 17 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Ardo.h99224381.Hotel-Information) ![3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/a204e967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/d46f1f3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/1ce8ac4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/9cd521c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Rydges-Esplanade-Resort-Cairns.h528639.Hotel-Information) Cairns North 8.0/10 Very good (1,007 reviews) "Nice place, close to restaurants, good ocean view" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Ronald £84 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Rydges-Esplanade-Resort-Cairns.h528639.Hotel-Information) ![3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/63ad9d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/3eede5eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/14071ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/e6a4f10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Daydream Island Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Daydream-Island-Resort.h455159.Hotel-Information) Whitsundays 7.8/10 Good (917 reviews) "Second time visiting and we love it!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Elana £126 includes taxes & fees 12 Mar - 13 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Daydream-Island-Resort.h455159.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581200/581119/948fbaa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581200/581119/c5d137ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581200/581119/c7f65cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581200/581119/2f1bd395.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairns Sheridan Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sheridan-Hotel.h581119.Hotel-Information) Cairns North 8.4/10 Very good (1,000 reviews) "Very clean Staff was very kind" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Suk £87 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sheridan-Hotel.h581119.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/e2d22f8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/60def60e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/7cf9bc82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/021632b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aquarius on the Beach [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Aquarius-On-The-Beach.h3952853.Hotel-Information) North Ward 8.6/10 Excellent (1,010 reviews) "I was in Townsville for a business trip. The room was very clean everything smelt fresh. The staff were so helpful and overall the view was amazing from the 13th floor. Had a very relaxing enjoyable stay over the long weekend. Definitely will stay again. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Tracy £74 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Aquarius-On-The-Beach.h3952853.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/5ad77688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/03a1e03f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/6c8cc6c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/fdcb85b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-And-Apartments-Townsville.h5095912.Hotel-Information) South Townsville 8.8/10 Excellent (999 reviews) "everything was fantastic" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sonia £88 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-And-Apartments-Townsville.h5095912.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13129100/13129008/b135d4c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13129100/13129008/76101024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13129100/13129008/326cb71d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13130000/13129100/13129008/b16e3ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Abbott Boutique Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Abbott-Boutique-Hotel.h13129008.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,003 reviews) "Very clean room and great amenities. 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