Title: All Hotels by Independent in Great Barrier Reef - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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## Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Independent

![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/f46c662b.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)

![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)

![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)

### Cairns Colonial Club Resort

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information)

Manunda

8.4/10

Very good

(1003)

"Good hotel"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ritesh

£67

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

[](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)

![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/300663ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LCD TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/c0f09fcf.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)

### Madison Plaza Townsville

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-Madison-Plaza-Townsville.h62678.Hotel-Information)

Townsville

7.2/10

Good

(1002)

"Friendly staff, and the room was clean and cool. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jason

£56

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

[](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)

![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)

![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)

### The Ville Resort - Casino

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Ville-Resort-Casino.h19136.Hotel-Information)

Townsville

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1000)

"Excellent location, great rooms"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Simon

£118

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Ville-Resort-Casino.h19136.Hotel-Information)

![Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/a8903305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Ocean King | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/3ac9a991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/a0487fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airlie Beach Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1000)

"Yes the room was amazing, great bed etc "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Brett

£183

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.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)

![Superior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/efeb7f4d.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)

![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

(1000)

"awesome location great service "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Mary ann

£67

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/e4dfe0b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (AUD 12.50 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/b4b12f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/ea1feaea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456000/455923/56fcf936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hides Hotel Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hides-Hotel-Cairns.h455923.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

7.2/10

Good

(1003)

"The room was fine. The linen was clean as was the bathroom. It's definitely a run down hotel but to just go to sleep for one night, it was ok. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Amber

£63

includes taxes & fees

3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hides-Hotel-Cairns.h455923.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)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/5282b2ab.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/ef0d5de7.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

(791)

"Always a great place to stay with clean rooms and great staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Denis

£77

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hotels-The-Palmer-Collective.h2439703.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served, Regional cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/d69cc034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/0b9db7d9.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)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1113300/1113237/08b2fcbd.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

(1001)

"Everyone was great! Room perfect "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Alejandro

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Cairns-City-Centre.h1113237.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/0cdc4320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/0b8c513d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/b5de8b71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/97e83f1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sunland-Leisure-Park.h1661759.Hotel-Information)

Manoora

7.6/10

Good

(1001)

"great location and cabin"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

vincent

£35

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sunland-Leisure-Park.h1661759.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)

![King Room with Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047200/1047180/f448b98e.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)

### Coral Sea Resort

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1002)

"Great location, beautiful pool and delicious food. Would definitely stay here again! "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Liz

£155

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Reception staff amazing at check in and out, nothing was too much trouble. House keeping excellent, room cleaned each day with nice notes left from the house clerking staff. Breakfast staff very happy and cheerful good variety. Horizon club was also fab "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/2ebe03f1_y.jpg)

### Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Did not have breakfast. Service at the bar was excellent."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Rydges-Esplanade-Resort-Cairns.h528639.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg)

### Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/f46c662b_y.jpg)

### Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information)

![Daydream Island Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455159/63ad9d33_y.jpg)

### Daydream Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay with kids"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Daydream-Island-Resort.h455159.Hotel-Information)

![Airlie Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49_y.jpg)

### Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"good position"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

![Whitsunday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1655600/1655585/38d864b5_y.jpg)

### Whitsunday Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"I took the garden view, which was 2nd floor, but turn out i can see both the beautiful garden and the beach. Room was really spacious and neat. Everything was in place from bedroom, toilet and kitchen stuff. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitsundays-Hotels-Whitsunday-Apartments.h1655585.Hotel-Information)

![The Benson Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/f7e335a9_y.jpg)

### The Benson Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-The-Benson-Hotel.h68623541.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/615d0f29_y.jpg)

### Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Amazing staff"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)