Title: Top Guest Houses in Great Barrier Reef in 2026 | 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) - ![](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 prices for these dates Next weekend [27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&lodging=GUEST_HOUSE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&lodging=GUEST_HOUSE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [17 Apr - 19 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&adults=2&lodging=GUEST_HOUSE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [15 May - 17 May](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6061129&startDate=2026-05-15&endDate=2026-05-17&adults=2&lodging=GUEST_HOUSE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef guest houses ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24468300/24468232/7fdf9c55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24468300/24468232/efb0c9de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24468300/24468232/daf91f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Twin Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24468300/24468232/6ea6182b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mungumby Lodge - Cooktown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rossville-Hotels-Mungumby-Lodge-Cooktown.h24468232.Hotel-Information) Rossville 9.4/10 Exceptional (35 reviews) "A must stay destination when visiting Cooktown and surrounding area " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Catherine £127 includes taxes & fees 21 Mar - 22 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rossville-Hotels-Mungumby-Lodge-Cooktown.h24468232.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35630000/35620400/35620361/7efbdf2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35630000/35620400/35620361/1539a66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35630000/35620400/35620361/14b89371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Beach View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35630000/35620400/35620361/b56d0e16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bungalows [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mission-Beach-Hotels-The-Bungalows.h35620361.Hotel-Information) Wongaling Beach 9.8/10 Exceptional (56 reviews) "A great getaway for a couple of nights... " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Scott £212 includes taxes & fees 26 Mar - 27 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mission-Beach-Hotels-The-Bungalows.h35620361.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625401/26ef211d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625401/914c83e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625401/980ddfec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625401/84003a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape 1770- Adults Only [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agnes-Water-Hotels-Escape-1770-Adults-Only.h9625401.Hotel-Information) Agnes Water 9.0/10 Wonderful (182 reviews) "Lovely clean rooms and great location" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Chris £106 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 21 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Agnes-Water-Hotels-Escape-1770-Adults-Only.h9625401.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104500/20104432/108085b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Panoramic Suite | Living area | 60-cm TV with digital channels, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104500/20104432/12931d35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104500/20104432/31325d6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104500/20104432/78f81a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Floriana Boutique Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Floriana-Guest-House.h20104432.Hotel-Information) Cairns North 9.6/10 Exceptional (51 reviews) "Room clean and tidy, staff friendly." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Rosemary £100 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Floriana-Guest-House.h20104432.Hotel-Information) ![Studio (Unit 1311) | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19763800/19763764/58987fb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio (Unit 1311) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19763800/19763764/1134a3f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio (Unit 1311) | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19763800/19763764/9b5fcda2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio (Unit 1311) | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19763800/19763764/0255f896.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Absolute-Waterfront-Magnetic-Island.h19763764.Hotel-Information) Nelly Bay 9.0/10 Wonderful (14 reviews) "The room was very nice The hostess was there to meet us and showed me to the room and parking, Also where it would be nice to go for our evening dinner, " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Russell £189 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Absolute-Waterfront-Magnetic-Island.h19763764.Hotel-Information) ![Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125430000/125420600/125420548/3576016d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125430000/125420600/125420548/5281983f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125430000/125420600/125420548/9e3bb5a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Room | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125430000/125420600/125420548/0655bd0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Victoria Street Boutique Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Victoria-Street-Boutique-Hotel.h125420548.Hotel-Information) North Ward £93 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 21 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Victoria-Street-Boutique-Hotel.h125420548.Hotel-Information) ![The Pump House (2BR) | Bathroom | Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76210000/76209200/76209134/d2f195a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reef Cabin (Studio) | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76210000/76209200/76209134/b95e2fdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76210000/76209200/76209134/b5440009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![The Pump House (2BR) | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76210000/76209200/76209134/w3000h1995x0y0-ca626187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Tasman-Holiday-Parks-Cairns-Cool-Waters.h76209134.Hotel-Information) Brinsmead 9.0/10 Wonderful (38 reviews) "Great location. Nice and quiet well away from the nice in the city." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Luke £82 includes taxes & fees 24 Mar - 25 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Tasman-Holiday-Parks-Cairns-Cool-Waters.h76209134.Hotel-Information) ![Penthouse | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7400000/7399900/7399883/e802b7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7400000/7399900/7399883/477865cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7400000/7399900/7399883/6e806b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Penthouse | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7400000/7399900/7399883/e04f3c47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CBD Luxury Accommodation [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockhampton-Hotels-CBD-Luxury-Accommodation.h7399883.Hotel-Information) Rockhampton City 9.2/10 Wonderful (511 reviews) "The hotel had clean spacious rooms with modern facilities. Beds were large and comfortable and the room was quite offering ample opportunity for a good nights rest. The hotel was very close walking distance to numerous shops and restaurants. The restaurant in the hotel provided excellent made to order breakfasts." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Robert or Dianne £105 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockhampton-Hotels-CBD-Luxury-Accommodation.h7399883.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6090000/6083300/6083234/fef53835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 bedrooms, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6090000/6083300/6083234/7c9fa0c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6090000/6083300/6083234/d9ba5d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6090000/6083300/6083234/f0a5e763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Summit Rainforest Retreat [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Atherton-Hotels-The-Summit-Rainforest-Retreat.h6083234.Hotel-Information) Atherton 7.8/10 Good (102 reviews) "Everything was great, only stayed for one night" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Louise £85 includes taxes & fees 19 Mar - 20 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Atherton-Hotels-The-Summit-Rainforest-Retreat.h6083234.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Loved the spacious lobby and the room. The view of the Marina and the water as well as the mountains was spectacular. It is very close to the reef excursion pier making it easy to get on your ferry to Green Island or the Outer Reef. The Staff, especially Nao knocked them selves out to assist us. If we return to Cairns we would book this hotel in a flash." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information) ![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/8d881048_y.jpg) ### Cairns Harbourside Hotel 8/10 Good "Great view but quite a long way from Cairns downtown where all the boats are moored. There is a shuttle bus but it runs just 2 times a day" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information) ![Crystalbrook Flynn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/f9ac7922_y.jpg) ### Crystalbrook Flynn 10/10 Excellent "On 10th floor it was very quiet - clean, comfy and excellent" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information) ![Airlie Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/a8903305_y.jpg) ### Airlie Beach Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Great location. Pool was nice" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information) ![Crystalbrook Riley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/695704fd_y.jpg) ### Crystalbrook Riley 10/10 Excellent "Pool, room and staff are awesome " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Riley.h22629613.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3_y.jpg) ### Hilton Cairns 10/10 Excellent "Comfortable clean room " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information) ![Daydream Island Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/c09b866e_y.jpg) ### Daydream Island Resort 10/10 Excellent "The resort is a great place to relax, amazing food and drinks. Staff need more attention to detail when asked a question. Overall rating 8 out of 10" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Daydream-Island-Resort.h455159.Hotel-Information) ![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/e2d22f8e_y.jpg) ### Aquarius on the Beach 10/10 Excellent "Very clean and well set out. Comfortable bed and fantastic views." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Aquarius-On-The-Beach.h3952853.Hotel-Information) ![Whitsunday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/c3fb8456_y.jpg) ### Whitsunday Apartments 10/10 Excellent "Overlooks beautiful beach. Clean room" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Great Barrier Reef ## Great Barrier Reef Guest Houses information | Number of reviews | 662 | | ----------------- | -------------- | | Accommodation | 9 Guest Houses | | Lowest Price | £82 | | Highest Price | £189 |