Great Barrier Reef hotels

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Cairns (67% of total searches to Great Barrier Reef). The next most popular destinations are Palm Cove (28%) and Noosa Heads (3%). Searches for hotels in Hervey Bay (2%) are also popular.

KAYAK users have found double rooms in Great Barrier Reef for as cheap as ₹ 5,797 (Cairns) in the last 3 days. The average price is ₹ 23,762.

Not all accommodation providers in the Great Barrier Reef region are pet friendly, and those that are may ask for a small fee. So, it’s important to check with your hotel of choice before arrival. Sarayi Boutique Hotel accepts pets on request and is situated just across from Palm Beach in Palm Cove. If you are hoping to stay in Port Douglas, Pink Flamingo Resort is open to welcoming dogs.

The Great Barrier Reef spans a good 2,300 km of Queensland’s coast, so you have a lot of options. However, if you’re looking for a wide selection of bars and nightclubs, it’s worth focusing your search on Cairns. Most of the city’s clubs and bars are concentrated around Spence Street, in the downtown area. Here, you’ll find popular spots like Flamingos Tiki Bar, The Cotton Club and Conservatory Bar. There are plenty of hotels nearby, including Hilton Cairns and Park Regis City Quays.

Around the Great Barrier Reef, you will find an abundance of hotels and resorts that cater to families, with a range of activities and facilities for children. In Palm Cove, Peppers Beach Club & Spa provides babysitting services, a children’s pool and outdoor play equipment. If you’d prefer to stay in Cairns, Pullman Cairns International offers babysitting services while Marlin Cove Resort has a children’s pool.