Title: TOP Scuba Diving in Cape York Peninsula for 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Cape York Peninsula Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-York-Peninsula.dx6047637)[Hotels in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-York-Peninsula-Hotels.d6047637.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-York-Peninsula-Holiday-Rentals.d6047637.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Cape York Peninsula](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cape York Peninsula Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cape York Peninsula Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-York-Peninsula.d6047637.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![A lot of rain isn't always a bad thing in Cairns - it means our waterfalls look like this! 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Accommodation was comfortable and clean. No wifi but that was a pleasant change in pace." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mark £275 includes taxes & fees 7 Mar - 8 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Thala-Beach-Nature-Reserve.h425660.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936300/6936234/0d65ba34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936300/6936234/174cf2b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fitness studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936300/6936234/ac95ce73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room, Multiple Beds (Rainforest Bungalow) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936300/6936234/755925af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Daintree Crocodylus [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cow-Bay-Hotels-Daintree-Crocodylus.h6936234.Hotel-Information) Cow Bay 8.8/10 Excellent (176 reviews) "What a fabulous location to experience the beauty of the Daintree. Will definitely return if ever in the area again. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Denise £62 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cow-Bay-Hotels-Daintree-Crocodylus.h6936234.Hotel-Information) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650415/23df89c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650415/2a67c9bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650415/4d64ebe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Cots/infant beds, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650415/78b5d9ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Ellis-Beach-Oceanfront-Bungalows.h2650415.Hotel-Information) Ellis Beach 9.0/10 Wonderful (89 reviews) "Everything, room, amenities, location I'll tell friends and family and definitely be back for longer next time " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Erin £107 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Ellis-Beach-Oceanfront-Bungalows.h2650415.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) ![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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/7a21daa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Horizon Marina View Room Twin | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/fd50b2b9.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 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,012 reviews) "Loved every minute of our stay." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nathan £112 includes taxes & fees 18 Mar - 19 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525500/525492/b971dd20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525500/525492/d0aae802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Canopy Treehouse | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525500/525492/878208b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525500/525492/197adfd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Daintree Ecolodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lower-Daintree-Hotels-Daintree-Ecolodge.h525492.Hotel-Information) Lower Daintree 9.0/10 Wonderful (136 reviews) "Staff were friendly and helpful, the room was always clean, and the location was spectacular. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Matthew £320 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lower-Daintree-Hotels-Daintree-Ecolodge.h525492.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) ![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) ![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) ### Cairns Harbourside Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information) Cairns North 8.8/10 Excellent (1,008 reviews) "Great staff great location " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Wayne £82 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456700/456649/596e6487.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) ![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) ### 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 £101 includes taxes & fees 28 Feb - 1 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pacific-Hotel-Cairns.h456649.Hotel-Information) ![White sand, scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650447/c6b6d371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Check-in/check-out kiosk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650447/8e84b9fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650447/fa435490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reef Suite Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650447/34deb0d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Green Island Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Green-Island-Hotels-Green-Island-Resort.h2650447.Hotel-Information) Green Island 9.2/10 Wonderful (360 reviews) "Gem of a place that allows for beautiful scenery and snorkeling while not requiring an additional flight to the Great Barrier Reef. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Beth £245 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Green-Island-Hotels-Green-Island-Resort.h2650447.Hotel-Information) ![3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/5fdef7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/13dd3d99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/968b91c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/14c65460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information) Manunda 8.4/10 Very good (1,000 reviews) "Room was clean, staff friendly " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) George £63 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.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) ![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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/1f2a3dc5.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 (1,001 reviews) "Was good facility to stay at" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ross £101 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Pullman-Cairns-International.h428345.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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