Explore top 2026 5 Star Hotels in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Name: The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
Price range: $611 total
Rating: 9

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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef 5 Star hotels

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD

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$186 nightly

$204 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool, onsite laundry facilities, and in-room childcare. ...

Crystalbrook Flynn

68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD

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$168 nightly

$185 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...

Crystalbrook Bailey

163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD

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$139 nightly

$153 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. A poolside ...

Pullman Cairns International

17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD

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$151 nightly

$166 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 11 conference rooms, ...

Hilton Cairns

34 Esplanade Cairns QLD

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$167 nightly

$183 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

"Location is close to reef terminal and restaurants. Room.was large , clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The cafe breakfast staff provided excellent service. We had a very pleasant stay here. Highly recommended this hotel"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Crystalbrook Riley

131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD

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$213 nightly

$235 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 6 conference rooms, free ...

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

35-41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD

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$176 nightly

$194 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A casino, 4 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this luxury hotel. Families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities and in-room childcare. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

"Close to conference venue ,clean and convenient."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

1 Veivers Road Palm Cove QLD

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$316 nightly

$348 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury aparthotel features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (560 reviews)

"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

123 Williams Esplanade Cairns QLD

$240 nightly

$240 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. Enjoy the ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Generally pretty good only real problem was the wifi which was terrible and constantly cut out."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

99 Williams Esplanade Palm Cove QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$556 nightly

$611 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a hot tub are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy a meal from the restaurant and perks like free self parking ...

9/10 Wonderful! (718 reviews)

"Had a very warm welcome on our arrival and discontinued throughout our stay. Our room was extremely clean and very well stopped. Possibly the best bed that we have slept in on our stay on our various days in Australia. And a pillow menu is always greatly appreciated. We have stayed in lesser Hotels ..."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

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Cairns and Barrier Reef Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

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