Title: The 10 Best 5 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) ![0_171704984](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061129/8fcd0d94-3061-410a-af4d-e1f6ea56a823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Compare and book 5 Star hotels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Great Barrier Reef 5 Star Hotels Tonight [24 Dec - 25 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&adults=2&star=50&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [25 Dec - 26 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&adults=2&star=50&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&adults=2&star=50&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [2 Jan - 4 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&adults=2&star=50&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef 5-star hotels ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/6ffe09e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/8b521c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/8a0e04ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/6d405712.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) Port Douglas 8.8/10 Excellent (1002) "Staff lovely, great room and facilities, buffet breakfast was excellent." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Olivia £192 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/c088688e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/7a21daa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/b5ea0d57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/e05e0fef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 8.8/10 Excellent (1008) "Great location and a great hotel " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gustavo £112 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/f9ac7922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/1bf5fe82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/ee002d15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/1e451732.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystalbrook Flynn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.2/10 Wonderful (1004) "Good value for money and great location - would stay there again! " ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Ellen £100 includes taxes & fees 10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/9ab23e27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Panoramic Sea | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/63eb5495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 9 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/a6c549ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/31519fe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystalbrook Riley [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Riley.h22629613.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.2/10 Wonderful (1004) "Great place to stay." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen £109 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Riley.h22629613.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/246ccf4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/2f4a9bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/78f3da2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Cairns [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.0/10 Wonderful (1000) "Fantastic stay , great staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Taymour £101 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/c265a67e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/776597f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/33850bb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/a6c0eb5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystalbrook Bailey [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bailey-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h36684912.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.2/10 Wonderful (958) "Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lauren £96 includes taxes & fees 24 Dec - 25 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bailey-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h36684912.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/6598bf4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/1f2a3dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Suite (Executive) | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/08558a11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/d725b1e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Cairns International [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Cairns-International.h428345.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 8.8/10 Excellent (1003) "Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful with activities and polite." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tony £107 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Cairns-International.h428345.Hotel-Information) ![Superior Studio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103616200/103616133/bf077fea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103616200/103616133/e2d3b0fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio Quattro | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103616200/103616133/801e7249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103620000/103616200/103616133/36bc9cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belmoral Corporate Suites [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Belmoral-Corporate-Suites.h103616133.Hotel-Information) South Townsville 9.2/10 Wonderful (194) "Convenient location, helpful staff, great facilities." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Tony £65 includes taxes & fees 2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Belmoral-Corporate-Suites.h103616133.Hotel-Information) ![City view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456900/456869/a1e4c581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Fusion cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456900/456869/ecd335a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456900/456869/29bfeaad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Junior King Suite, Water Views, 1 King Bed with Double Spa | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456900/456869/27d1a21d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Reef Hotel Casino [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Reef-Hotel-Casino.h456869.Hotel-Information) Cairns Central Business District 9.4/10 Exceptional (1001) "Excellent hotel, excellent staff and excellent location. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Davoud £123 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Reef-Hotel-Casino.h456869.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1638400/1638313/1469aa09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1638400/1638313/9f3d13c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1638400/1638313/f805693e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1638400/1638313/c2c876ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Change Beachfront Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Sea-Change-Beachfront-Apartments.h1638313.Hotel-Information) Trinity Beach 9.8/10 Exceptional (1374) "Great accommodation huge patio fans air con kitchen fully equipped lovely staff would highly recommend" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) JULIE MAREE £174 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Sea-Change-Beachfront-Apartments.h1638313.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6730000/6722500/6722402/d723f8ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 3 Bedrooms (Hayman) | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6730000/6722500/6722402/e9d6a3f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6730000/6722500/6722402/0b8b72b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6730000/6722500/6722402/e2528c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-InterContinental-Hayman-Island-Resort.h6722402.Hotel-Information) Whitsundays 8.6/10 Excellent (168) "Staff are amazing, accommodation was beautiful and food was divine. A luxe experience all round. Only gripe was the visa surcharge when settling the bill and the weekend surcharges at the restaurants, which seems unnecessary especially as they don’t take cash so no other way to pay. When you’re spending so much, this seems an over the top charge. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rebecca £407 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-InterContinental-Hayman-Island-Resort.h6722402.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/d1458bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/64e27841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/c86e898d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1772700/1772601/65c35502.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Pullman-Port-Douglas-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1772601.Hotel-Information) Craiglie 9.2/10 Wonderful (1016) "Excellent staff. V comfortable rooms. Breakfast great. Pool is very kid friendly. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rei £146 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Pullman-Port-Douglas-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1772601.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11930000/11923000/11922983/129ed32f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Villa | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11930000/11923000/11922983/4e77b5d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11930000/11923000/11922983/d744be82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Villa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11930000/11923000/11922983/e650cda6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rambutan Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Rambutan-Resort.h11922983.Hotel-Information) Townsville 8.4/10 Very good (785) "Excellent customer service and support " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sheena £67 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Rambutan-Resort.h11922983.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1659000/1658996/ba17d406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1659000/1658996/915ed61b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1659000/1658996/1ea237f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1659000/1658996/443d313a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peppers Beach Club [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Peppers-Beach-Club.h1658996.Hotel-Information) Port Douglas 9.2/10 Wonderful (896) "Very kind staff great rooms" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christopher £171 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Peppers-Beach-Club.h1658996.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2580000/2570200/2570180/2bfc15fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 Bedroom Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2580000/2570200/2570180/w1024h751x0y17-6f5c2c9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2580000/2570200/2570180/547005b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2580000/2570200/2570180/43e4c5af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peninsula Airlie Beach [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Peninsula-Airlie-Beach.h2570180.Hotel-Information) Cannonvale 9.2/10 Wonderful (178) "Clean and good staff " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jennish [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Peninsula-Airlie-Beach.h2570180.Hotel-Information) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913200/913143/a611e656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913200/913143/436b887e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 outdoor pools, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913200/913143/20d601b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913200/913143/ce2297df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Peppers-Beach-Club-And-Spa-Palm-Cove.h913143.Hotel-Information) Palm Cove 9.0/10 Wonderful (1000) "Fantastic Stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) James £161 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Peppers-Beach-Club-And-Spa-Palm-Cove.h913143.Hotel-Information) ![2 Bedroom Deluxe Seaview Jacuzzi | Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1060500/1060430/37359ffa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1060500/1060430/3e3af2df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1060500/1060430/b6d7e451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1060500/1060430/942c0026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pinnacles [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Pinnacles-Resort.h1060430.Hotel-Information) Airlie Beach 9.6/10 Exceptional (648) "The infinity pool is very nice" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Christiane Kate [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Pinnacles-Resort.h1060430.Hotel-Information) ![3 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1135700/1135657/f7ad6fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1135700/1135657/fc1fe639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1135700/1135657/c9ee8a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1135700/1135657/a6d31e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Palm-Cove-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1135657.Hotel-Information) Palm Cove 9.0/10 Wonderful (800) "Staff were amazing. The property is beautiful. Pool is superb and gardens immaculate. Can’t wait to return!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Harriet £143 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Palm-Cove-Sea-Temple-Resort-And-Spa.h1135657.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329300/329284/dd9b0149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 Bedroom Beach Front Apartment - Complimentary Parking, WiFi and Daily Beach Yoga | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329300/329284/c1076b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329300/329284/94052398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 Bedroom Beach Front Apartment - Complimentary Parking, WiFi and Daily Beach Yoga | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329300/329284/7cacfdff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Alamanda-Palm-Cove-By-Lancemore.h329284.Hotel-Information) Palm Cove 9.4/10 Exceptional (541) "Great location and staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tarryn £178 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Alamanda-Palm-Cove-By-Lancemore.h329284.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460500/460497/816ee5a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460500/460497/9927c469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460500/460497/d5e98a53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio Apartment | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460500/460497/4944e53d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Reef House Adults Retreat [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Reef-House-Adults-Retreat.h460497.Hotel-Information) Palm Cove 9.0/10 Wonderful (704) "Very convenient, quiet. 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We felt it was the best location in Cairns! We really liked the Parkade at the Hotel because we had a rental car and it was quick & easy to get to the car on excursion days. We’re super happy we picked the Crystallbrook Flynn! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information) ![Crystalbrook Bailey](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36690000/36685000/36684912/4db34287_y.jpg) ### Crystalbrook Bailey 10/10 Excellent "Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bailey-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h36684912.Hotel-Information) ![Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8065/71185deb_y.jpg) ### Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas 10/10 Excellent "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. 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