Bursting with a variety of luxury hotels, the Great Barrier Reef region is also known as one of the most picturesque places in Australia. Majestic enough to be seen from space, the Great Barrier Reef is an absolute magnet for tourists and locals alike – and for good reason. Ideal for a romantic getaway or a fun family vacation, the scenic regions surrounding the Great Barrier Reef do have a lot to offer in terms of accommodation.
Most importantly, the luxury hotels on the Great Barrier Reef emphasize ensuring that their guests are pampered during the entire duration of their stay.
Most resorts are also equipped with tour desks that will help you arrange and customize your trips to the Great Barrier Reef.
Experience some of the best places to stay on the Great Barrier Reef. Stay on a luxurious tropical island such as qualia and Hayman Island. Discover some of the great hotels and resorts in Cairns and Port Douglas, perfect for a romantic getaway, weekend escape or family vacation. See a full list of over 250 Hotels in Cairns where you can check availability and compare pricing.
Luxury 5 Star Hotels and Resorts
Hilton Cairns
From $136
Pullman Cairns International
From $144
Peppers Blue On Blue Resort
From $147
Sea Temple Private Apartments
From $151
Bellevue At Trinity Beach
From $156
Bailey a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
From $157
Shangri-La Hotel The Marina Cairns
From $157
Peppers Beach Club & Spa
From $160
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
From $162
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
From $166
Flynn a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
From $168
Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas
From $169
Riley a Crystalbrook Collection Resort
From $179
Murraya Exotica Place
From $183
Sanctuary Palm Cove
From $184
Couples private spa beach getaway
From $202
Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments
From $226
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
From $238
Villa Frangipani Port Douglas
From $244
Vision Apartments Cairns
From $246
Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
From $258
Pandanus Cottage
From $274
Port Douglas Cottage & Lodge
From $294
5313 Beach Club Coral Suite
From $302
3123 Beach Club Paradise
From $312
3121 Shiloh At The Beach Club
From $312
CELADON Holiday House
From $331
Saltwater Luxury Apartments
From $334
6424 Beach Club
From $334
Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment
From $359
Coconut Grove Apartments
From $372
The Reef House - MGallery by Sofitel
From $438
Niramaya Villas and Spa
From $459
Monsoon Villa B - Luxury Holiday Villa
From $684
OneLuxe Port Douglas
From $906
Pineapple Petes Beach House
From $946
61 Murphy Street - Luxury Holiday Home
From $1284
Hilton Cairns
This luxury hotel will help you enjoy the Great Barrier Reef in all its wonder. Just a short distance away from the reef, the Hilton Cairns is located in the middle of lush landscapes, enabling you to enjoy the glorious Australian weather.
This five-star hotel was initially constructed with nothing but the guests’ comfort in mind, which is why the rooms are known for their airy and spacious feel. More importantly, each and every single room is equipped with WIFI, flat screen televisions, luxurious bathroom amenities and a private balcony that overlooks the ocean. The hotel can also arrange for a guided tour to the Great Barrier Reef, or other similar exhilarating activities such as sky diving.
Angsana Resort & Spa
With breathtaking views over the Great Barrier Reef, Angsana Resort & Spa is ideal for anyone who wants to spend some time in a luxury hotel on the Great Barrier Reef. Boasting a colonial feel, this resort comes with no less than 65 suites, including 24 family suites that can accommodate up to 7 people.
Because their aim is to enhance the well-being of their guests, this luxury hotel also includes pampering treatments such as aromatherapy sessions and massages, ideal to unwind after a an exhilarating trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Along with reef tours, the luxury hotel also offers energetic activities such as windsurfing and water-skiing. As far as the food is concerned, you will be able to enjoy the seafood delicacies that are served up at Angsana Resort’s Far Horizons restaurant.
Coral Sea Resort
A wonderfully welcoming luxury hotel on the Great Barrier Reef, the Coral Sea Resort offers direct access to the Great Barrier Reef, as well as the Whitsunday Islands.
With endless stretches of sun-kissed beaches, this hotel also includes an on-site tour desk to help you plan a variety of activities in the likes of Island Adventures, Overnight Sailing, Crocodile River Tours, and of course, guided visits and snorkeling to the Great Barrier Reef.
As far as accommodation is concerned, the hotel offers multi-bedroom apartments, beach houses, penthouses and hotel rooms, with daily maid services. In terms of luxury, guests will be able to enjoy the private Jetty, beach gazebo, resort desk, wedding chapel, ultra-long pool, fitness room as well as an elegant cocktail lounge.
