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Hotel Delle Civette

Hotel Delle Civette

3 out of 5
Nomentano
per person
17 Oct - 20 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LGW) to Rome (FCO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
Great place to stay, if back in Roma will stay there again!

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Relais de la Poste

Relais de la Poste

3 out of 5
Rome City Centre
per person
14 Oct - 21 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LGW) to Rome (FCO)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (549 reviews)
Everything was amazing!! The workers were so sweet and helpful and truly made our stay. The room was extremely quiet for such a busy area. Check in and check out was easy and the room comes with free espresso! We loved everything about our stay and would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Albergo Etico Roma

Albergo Etico Roma

3 out of 5
Flaminio
per person
17 Oct - 20 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LGW) to Rome (FCO)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
Nice room, nice hotel, pretty garden.

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

The Retreat Collection at 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach

The Retreat Collection at 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach

5 out of 5
South Beach
per person
25 Oct - 31 Oct
found 15 hours ago
Return direct flight included
London (LHR) to Miami (MIA)
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Smart Guesthouse

Smart Guesthouse

3 out of 5
Rome City Centre
per person
15 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LGW) to Rome (FCO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable. Close to train station which was a plus! Would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

Find the best Great Barrier Reef areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Great Barrier Reef
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Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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Things to do in Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef offers a fantastic array of outdoor and eco-friendly activities perfect for families and tourists. You can enjoy sailing tours, day trips, and reef tours, as well as exhilarating reef diving and snorkelling adventures. Don't miss the chance to explore the local markets and shopping areas nearby, making your visit both adventurous and culturally enriching.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in January and February. February is mostly. The coolest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in June when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly
March76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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Top hotels in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is £65 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£65
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The cafe and restaurant was a bonus."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £131 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£131
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"location"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is £95 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£95
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"This is my second time staying at this hotel. It is an easy drive to and from the train station and airport. The rooms are comfortable and spacious and you get great views of either Trinity Bay or the green mountains that border the city. It is worth ordering the delicious and varied breakfast buffet. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Whitehaven Beach

Whitehaven Beach

5/5(37 reviews)

Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.

Whitehaven Beach
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal showing a ferry as well as a small group of people

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4/5(1 review)

This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

What to do in Great Barrier Reef

Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

£112
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

£76
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays

Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays

£1,866
per traveller
Private Standard Charter Experience in Whitsundays
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