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Heron Island Resort
7.7 Good
Via Gladstone, 72 km Off The Coast of Gladstone, Heron Island, Heron Island, QLD, Australia
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0.3 km from city center, Heron Island, QLD, Australia 
GoodBased on 857 reviews
7.7

Heron Island Resort has 112 rooms and features a swimming pool. It has private access to a secluded beach.

Qualia
20 Whitsunday Boulevard, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
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2.2 km from city center, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia 

Just a 10-minute car ride from Great Barrier Reef Airport, Qualia provides convenient accommodation and offers a swimming pool. It also features body treatments, a beauty centre and room service.

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
8.8 Excellent
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.8 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,456 reviews
8.8

Situated in the centre of Cairns, this hotel features an on-site casino along with a rooftop pool. It also offers a Jacuzzi, outdoor tennis courts and a sauna.

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
8.1 Excellent
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,759 reviews
8.1

Situated in Cairns, the resort is within walking distance of Cairns Central and offers an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts and a private beach. It is ideally located in the city centre.

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
8.1 Excellent
316 Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
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3.5 km from city center, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,399 reviews
8.1

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas is located in Port Douglas and is close to Four Mile Beach. It also provides a sauna, a waterfall pool and a swimming pool.

Cairns Plaza Hotel
8.5 Excellent
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.8 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,624 reviews
8.5

Conveniently situated, Cairns Plaza Hotel offers easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It provides free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a swimming pool.

Beach Club
9.3 Excellent
9 Resort Drive, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 412 reviews
9.3

Boasting a remarkable beachfront location, Beach Club offers luxury accommodation with an infinity-edge pool framed by palm trees and tropical gardens. It also provides free Wi-Fi, a free shuttle service and a beauty centre.

Peppers Beach Club
8.4 Excellent
20-22 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 889 reviews
8.4

Located in Port Douglas, Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas is an easy drive from Mossman Gorge and offers free private parking on site. It also provides a swimming pool, a concierge and a 24-hour reception.

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Cairns Aquarius
8.6 Excellent
107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.6 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Cairns Aquarius allows for easy access to Cairns's main sightseeing areas. The multiple facilities this charming property features include an outdoor pool, a sauna and outdoor tennis courts.

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Cairns Central Yha
8.1 Excellent
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.3 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Cairns Central YHA offers easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It also provides an outdoor pool, meeting rooms and an express check-in and check-out feature.

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Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments
8.3 Excellent
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.5 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Only two minutes from Esplanade Lagoon, Il Palazzo Boutique Hotel is located centrally in Cairns. It also offers a rooftop terrace, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.

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The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes
9.0 Excellent
99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, QLD, Australia
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0.2 km from city center, Palm Cove, QLD, Australia 

Boasting a Jacuzzi, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes is situated in Cairns and provides luxury accommodation. Only a short stroll from Peppers Spa Palm Cove, it offers romantic rooms equipped with a spa bath, a mini bar and a kitchenette.

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Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
8.5 Excellent
119-121 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Palm Cove, QLD, Australia 

Located in Cairns, Paradise On The Beach Resort Palm Cove is within a 25-minute drive of Cairns Airport and provides a Jacuzzi and a swimming pool. Those staying at the property can also enjoy free Wi-Fi.

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Reef View Hotel
8.0 Excellent
12 Resort Drive, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia 

Reef View Hotel overlooks the sea, features stylish rooms and offers outdoor tennis courts. It also provides a bowling alley, squash courts and a free shuttle service.

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Regal Port Douglas
8.5 Excellent
51 Macrossan Streets, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
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0.2 km from city center, Port Douglas, QLD, Australia 

Offering a Jacuzzi and an outdoor heated pool, Regal Port Douglas is situated in Port Douglas and is a short stroll from Macrossan Street. The numerous facilities this modern resort features include luggage storage, a tour desk and an express check-in and check-out feature.

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Green Island Resort
8.2 Excellent
Via Cairns, Green Island, QLD, Australia
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0.1 km from city center, Green Island, QLD, Australia 

Combining a luxurious environment with first-class facilities, Green Island Resort offers a private beach and an outdoor pool. It is conveniently located for guests wishing to sightsee in the area.

Cheapest hotels in Great Barrier Reef

At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Great Barrier Reef. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
7.6 Good
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is situated in Cairns and is close to nearby attractions, such as The Reef Hotel Casino and Cairns Central. It is close to the area's tourist hot spots and is minutes on foot from Reef Fleet Terminal.

₹ 1,995
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Bounce Cairns
7.2 Good
117 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.2 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Featuring an on-site bar, this central Cairns hostel is located just a short walk from Cairns Central and The Reef Hotel Casino. It also features an outdoor pool, a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

₹ 2,161
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Bohemia Resort Cairns
6.6 Good
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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1.9 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Located in Cairns, the resort is a short drive from Cairns Central and Kuranda Scenic Railway. It has a gym, as well as a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool.

₹ 3,906
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Cairns Gateway Resort
7.9 Good
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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5.8 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Situated in Cairns, the resort is within a 20-minute drive of Cairns Airport and provides a waterfall pool. It has a day spa, as well as a children's play area, a tour desk and a garden.

₹ 3,989
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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.6 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Cairns Waterfront Backpackers allows for easy access to Cairns's main hot spots. Guests have access to a swimming pool and an outdoor pool.

₹ 4,694
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Cairns City Sheridan
5.7 Okay
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.7 km from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Offering a swimming pool and a waterfall pool, Cairns City Sheridan is a boutique hotel set in the heart of Cairns. Guests also have access to complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

₹ 5,153
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