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
The Regal 32 Spa Apartment
From $109
Peppers Blue On Blue Resort
From $111
Bailey a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
From $122
Pullman Cairns International
From $124
Bellevue At Trinity Beach
From $126
Flynn a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
From $127
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
From $135
Poolside Studio Port Douglas
From $137
Sea Temple Private Apartments
From $141
Shangri-La Hotel The Marina Cairns
From $141
Hilton Cairns
From $143
Island Magic - Townhouse No 5
From $143
Loyang Apartments Unit 3
From $147
Rain-forest Apartment
From $152
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
From $157
Vision Apartments Cairns
From $159
Sanctuary Palm Cove
From $162
Peppers Beach Club & Spa
From $164
Riley a Crystalbrook Collection Resort
From $166
The Homestead A peaceful Getaway
From $172
Murraya Exotica Place
From $190
Villa Frangipani Port Douglas
From $193
Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas
From $195
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
From $202
Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments
From $204
Saltwater Luxury Apartments
From $213
Pandanus Cottage
From $214
Couples private spa beach getaway
From $227
Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
From $227
Edge Hill Holiday Home / Cairns
From $240
NOMAD - Luxe apartment
From $260
3121 Shiloh At The Beach Club
From $274
Port Douglas Cottage & Lodge
From $282
Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment
From $283
5313 Beach Club Coral Suite
From $286
Reflections Emerald Villa
From $286
CELADON Holiday House
From $295
Penthouse on Bright Point
From $300
Reef Villa Port Douglas
From $316
67 Casuarina Beachhouse
From $322
3123 Beach Club Paradise
From $325
Reeflections Holiday Villas
From $326
6424 Beach Club
From $352
5231 Beach Club Penthouse
From $358
Coconut Grove Apartments
From $372
The Reef House - MGallery by Sofitel
From $373
Windfall In Palm Cove
From $413
Niramaya Villas and Spa
From $427
8 @ Sands
From $506
Pineapple Petes Beach House
From $676
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.
