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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$266 nightly
The price is $292 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$292 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay - the staff were super friendly and helpful. Great resort for Australian standards if you after somewhere to prop and stop , great pools , gym and excellent dining choices - will definitely return."

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$158 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$174 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Super friendly and helpful staff. Great, peaceful location. Good restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

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Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$161 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$177 total
May 22 - May 23
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and conveniently located! I spent a week at the Flynn and appreciated all of the amenities, the proximity to great food options and activities, especially the esplanade. My room was quiet and comfortable with amenities like robes and slippers and nespresso coffee and milk refreshed as ..."

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

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Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$148 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$163 total
May 31 - Jun 1
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, ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean spacious room. Nice staff"

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$146 total
May 29 - May 30
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)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD
$166 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
$182 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Did not use"

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

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Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$148 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
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. Self ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here and would stay again. You have be aware the pool doesn’t get much sunshine and you can’t turn the aircon down past 21 degrees which was a bit warm for me. Otherwise these are really modern hotel rooms for Cairns!"

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

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Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

5 out of 5
113 - 119 Flinders Street Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$99 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a restaurant. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. Enjoy the a rooftop ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (831 reviews)
"There was no breakfast. Tea and coffee was supplied in the room but no milk. Otherwise ok."

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

5 out of 5
35-41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$181 nightly
The price is $199 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$199 total
Jun 1 - Jun 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)
"Needs updating. Especially pool area."

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

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Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites

5 out of 5
79 Palmer St South Townsville QLD
$109 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from May 30 to May 31
$121 total
May 30 - May 31
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. A garden, express check-in, ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
"Would recommend to others"

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

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Great Barrier Reef Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

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