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Top Great Barrier Reef 5 Star hotels
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$416 nightly
The price is $457 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$457 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
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! (1,001 reviews)
"loved staying at the Sheraton - the hotel is stunning and all the staff were so lovely. Best hotel in Port Douglas. Loved the wild life show and the daintree bar 💕"
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$194 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$214 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely room and hotel Restaurant now inside hotel and more low key Staff excellent as always"
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$199 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$219 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Really enjoyed Crystalbrook Flynn as a comfortable place to use as a launch pad for Great Barrier reef and Daintree. Hotel was really well appointed and location was easy to enjoy the area. Morning breakfast was really well done and the rooms facing the water were worth it!"
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
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$210 nightly
The price is $231 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$231 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was quiet and comfortable. The buffet breakfast was excellent and the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Ardo
67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$215 nightly
The price is $236 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$236 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features 3 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and an outdoor pool. Relax with a drink at the poolside bar and enjoy perks like free self parking and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
"Room was great .. spacious, super clean, gorgeous view and several bars and dining options"
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$249 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$274 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 6 conference rooms, free ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were excellent. Very helpful"
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Crystalbrook Bailey
163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$186 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$205 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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. A poolside ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful, helpful and friendly staff and easy check in and out. Rooms were clean but on the small side. Bathroom is poorly designed, making it difficult for 2 people to get ready to go out. Especially for make up application as either the toilet or basin is over the mirror and there is no mirror ..."
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
Rambutan Resort
113 - 119 Flinders Street Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$96 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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! (849 reviews)
"Beautiful, stylish hotel with immaculate rooms, a wonderful swimming pool, and excellent restaurant."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
Pullman Cairns International
17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$176 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$194 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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, ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Sometimes you just want to splurge a little on accommodation, so I went with a bit more upscale with Pullman Cairns International and selected a room with balcony and view of the bay. Room was clean and spacious, with a bathroom that had a bathtub and shower. A nice firm bed and plenty of flat surfaces ..."
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
35-41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$191 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$210 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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. ...
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Great Barrier Reef Resorts & 5 Star Hotels
Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5-star hotels in Great Barrier Reef to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.
Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!
Many of the 5-star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.
For your next trip, book a hotel that can be your own little hideaway, whether you’re in town for business or leisure. Great Barrier Reef 5-star hotels provide you with all the comforts and amenities you expect from a sophisticated hotel, with a staff that’s happy to ensure you have everything you need to feel at home.
Whether you’re a first-time guest, or you’ve stayed in 5-star hotels in Great Barrier Reef before, you’ll have no shortage of options to choose from on your next trip when you book with Travelocity. Browse our vast selection and find great deals on luxury lodging.
Recent Great Barrier Reef hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
Posted 11 hours ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"The hotel is a bit dated. Front desk service was good. Location is good."
A verified traveler stayed at Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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