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1. Whitsunday Sands Resort

2. Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

3. Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

4. Mantra Club Croc

Affordable resorts in Great Barrier Reef

5. Toscana Village Resort

6. Beach Club (Adults Only)

7. Airlie Beach Hotel

Resorts in Great Barrier Reef for Adults

8. Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

9. Coral Sea Resort

10. Palm Bay Resort

Best Resorts in Great Barrier Reef

Resorts near Great Barrier Reef

  • Top location
  • Private beach
Whitsunday Sands Resort Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort

2A Horseshoe Bay Road
23.3 km (14.5 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Positioned approximately 6 km from Mother Beddock Rock and around 10 minutes' drive from King's Beach, the beachfront Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen presents two beaches. Providing access to an outdoor swimming pool as well as snorkelling and golf, this 4-star resort is located only steps away from Horseshoe Bay.

Beach facilities at this Bowen hotel include beach towels. Guests are welcome to embark on guided snorkelling trips.

9.1
1235 reviews
~ US$141 / night

Whitsunday Sands Resort

23.3 km (14.5 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Positioned approximately 6 km from Mother Beddock Rock and around 10 minutes' drive from King's Beach, the beachfront Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen presents two beaches. Providing access to an outdoor swimming pool as well as snorkelling and golf, this 4-star resort is located only steps away from Horseshoe Bay.

Beach facilities at this Bowen hotel include beach towels. Guests are welcome to embark on guided snorkelling trips.

9.1
1235 reviews
From US$ 141 / night
  • Private beach
Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

Lot 103 Pringle Rd
32.1 km (20.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Located 4.8 km from such natural attractions as the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, the comfortable Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach Cannon Valley includes a private beach area and a restaurant. This 4-star resort offers parking on site and a heated pool.

A sauna and a sundeck are available onsite.

9.2
530 reviews
~ US$232 / night

Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

32.1 km (20.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

Located 4.8 km from such natural attractions as the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, the comfortable Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach Cannon Valley includes a private beach area and a restaurant. This 4-star resort offers parking on site and a heated pool.

A sauna and a sundeck are available onsite.

9.2
530 reviews
From US$ 232 / night
Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only) Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

637 Saltwater Creek Rd
40.5 km (25.2 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view

Situated around 10 minutes by car from Cedar Creek Falls, the luxurious Seclude Rainforest Retreat Palm Grove hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park on site. This 4-star resort offers 4 rooms in a rural area of Palm Grove.

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Palm Grove hotel also provides a sundeck and barbecue. Seclude Rainforest Retreat hotel offers a variety of sport activities including hiking, cycling, and darts.

9.8
43 reviews
~ US$265 / night

Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

40.5 km (25.2 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view

Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

Situated around 10 minutes by car from Cedar Creek Falls, the luxurious Seclude Rainforest Retreat Palm Grove hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park on site. This 4-star resort offers 4 rooms in a rural area of Palm Grove.

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Palm Grove hotel also provides a sundeck and barbecue. Seclude Rainforest Retreat hotel offers a variety of sport activities including hiking, cycling, and darts.

9.8
43 reviews
From US$ 265 / night

Affordable resorts in Great Barrier Reef

  • Great deal
Mantra Club Croc Mantra Club Croc

Mantra Club Croc

240 Shute Harbour Road
35.6 km (22.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The comfortable Mantra Club Croc Hotel Airlie Beach, situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Airlie Beach Lagoon, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness centre.

8.2
2437 reviews
~ US$93 / night

Mantra Club Croc

35.6 km (22.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Mantra Club Croc

The comfortable Mantra Club Croc Hotel Airlie Beach, situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Airlie Beach Lagoon, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness centre.

8.2
2437 reviews
From US$ 93 / night
Toscana Village Resort Toscana Village Resort

Toscana Village Resort

10 Golden Orchid Drive
37.1 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Pool with view

Toscana Village Resort Airlie Beach is located a 10-minute walk from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, in the very heart of Airlie Beach, and offers rooms with pool views. Guests can relax in 4 outdoor swimming pools or in the à la carte restaurant while staying in the vicinity of Conway National Park.

A picnic area and a golf course are available at the Toscana Airlie Beach. Sports facilities include snorkelling, diving, and hiking.

8.9
457 reviews
~ US$215 / night

Toscana Village Resort

37.1 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Pool with view

Toscana Village Resort

Toscana Village Resort Airlie Beach is located a 10-minute walk from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, in the very heart of Airlie Beach, and offers rooms with pool views. Guests can relax in 4 outdoor swimming pools or in the à la carte restaurant while staying in the vicinity of Conway National Park.

A picnic area and a golf course are available at the Toscana Airlie Beach. Sports facilities include snorkelling, diving, and hiking.

8.9
457 reviews
From US$ 215 / night
  • Best-rated
  • Private beach
Beach Club (Adults Only) Beach Club (Adults Only)

Beach Club (Adults Only)

Resort Drive
63.1 km (39.2 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
40
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Infinity pool

Perfectly located around 3 km from South East Head, the 5-star Beach Club Hamilton Island hotel features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting an infinity pool, the resort offers a stunning views of the beach and setting a few moments from Hamilton Island Wildlife.

The Beach Club Hamilton Island offers not only a sun deck and a golf course, but also a treatment room and a sauna. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, this Hamilton Island hotel includes a fitness centre featuring fitness classes.

9.3
278 reviews
~ US$541 / night

Beach Club (Adults Only)

63.1 km (39.2 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
40
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Infinity pool

Beach Club (Adults Only)

Perfectly located around 3 km from South East Head, the 5-star Beach Club Hamilton Island hotel features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Boasting an infinity pool, the resort offers a stunning views of the beach and setting a few moments from Hamilton Island Wildlife.

The Beach Club Hamilton Island offers not only a sun deck and a golf course, but also a treatment room and a sauna. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, this Hamilton Island hotel includes a fitness centre featuring fitness classes.

9.3
278 reviews
From US$ 541 / night

Resorts in Great Barrier Reef for Adults

  • Popular choice
  • Beach access
Airlie Beach Hotel Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

Cnr The Esplanade & Coconut Grove
37.1 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Entertainment
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The 4-star Airlie Beach Hotel is nearly 5 minutes' walk from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park and features car rentals for guests' convenience. Located in the immediate vicinity of Whitsunday Saturday Markets, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool.

8.2
3499 reviews
~ US$155 / night

Airlie Beach Hotel

37.1 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Entertainment
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Airlie Beach Hotel

The 4-star Airlie Beach Hotel is nearly 5 minutes' walk from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park and features car rentals for guests' convenience. Located in the immediate vicinity of Whitsunday Saturday Markets, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool.

8.2
3499 reviews
From US$ 155 / night
  • Guest favorite
Club Wyndham Airlie Beach Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

Mt Whitsunday Drive
37.5 km (23.3 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Infinity pool

The 4-star Club Wyndham Airlie Beach hotel, located merely 11 minutes' walk from Airlie, offers guests a restaurant. Offering 32 rooms, the resort provides an outdoor swimming pool as well.

This accommodation will also help you keep fit with fitness classes at a fitness centre available on site.

8.5
1595 reviews
~ US$232 / night

Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

37.5 km (23.3 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Infinity pool

Club Wyndham Airlie Beach

The 4-star Club Wyndham Airlie Beach hotel, located merely 11 minutes' walk from Airlie, offers guests a restaurant. Offering 32 rooms, the resort provides an outdoor swimming pool as well.

This accommodation will also help you keep fit with fitness classes at a fitness centre available on site.

8.5
1595 reviews
From US$ 232 / night
Coral Sea Resort Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort

25 Oceanview Avenue
36.4 km (22.6 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Featuring a restaurant, Coral Sea Resort Airlie Beach lies just an 8-minute walk from Conway National Park. Guests can spend their days relaxing by an outdoor swimming pool or enjoying diving and boating arranged at the resort.

The property’s body wraps, body scrub, and a massage treatment will ensure a nice stay.

8.7
1469 reviews
~ US$367 / night

Coral Sea Resort

36.4 km (22.6 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Pool with view

Coral Sea Resort

Featuring a restaurant, Coral Sea Resort Airlie Beach lies just an 8-minute walk from Conway National Park. Guests can spend their days relaxing by an outdoor swimming pool or enjoying diving and boating arranged at the resort.

The property’s body wraps, body scrub, and a massage treatment will ensure a nice stay.

8.7
1469 reviews
From US$ 367 / night

Party Resorts in Great Barrier Reef

  • Private beach
Palm Bay Resort Palm Bay Resort

Palm Bay Resort

Palm Bay, Long Island
52.3 km (32.5 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    US$ 3.50 per hour
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Offering access to Palm Bay, which is just 0.6 km away, the 4-star luxury Palm Bay Resort Long Island features a sun deck and a garden hammock. This Long Island resort has an outdoor swimming pool, while boasting a secluded setting in a beach area.

The property’s body wraps, body treatments, and facials will ensure a nice stay. At the Palm Bay Long Island, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness centre.

8.5
857 reviews
~ US$176 / night

Palm Bay Resort

52.3 km (32.5 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    US$ 3.50 per hour
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Palm Bay Resort

Offering access to Palm Bay, which is just 0.6 km away, the 4-star luxury Palm Bay Resort Long Island features a sun deck and a garden hammock. This Long Island resort has an outdoor swimming pool, while boasting a secluded setting in a beach area.

The property’s body wraps, body treatments, and facials will ensure a nice stay. At the Palm Bay Long Island, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness centre.

8.5
857 reviews
From US$ 176 / night
At Water'S Edge Resort At Water'S Edge Resort

At Water'S Edge Resort

4 Golden Orchid Drive
37.0 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Infinity pool

The 4-star At Water'S Edge Resort Airlie Beach, situated about 5 minutes' walk from Airlie, entices guests with a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. Featuring an infinity pool, the hotel is just steps from Airlie Beach Lagoon.

You can also join diving, boating, and hiking, as well as cars for rent. There is a fitness centre at this accommodation.

8.4
749 reviews
~ US$130 / night

At Water'S Edge Resort

37.0 km (23.0 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Infinity pool

At Water'S Edge Resort

The 4-star At Water'S Edge Resort Airlie Beach, situated about 5 minutes' walk from Airlie, entices guests with a sun deck, a picnic area, and a golf course. Featuring an infinity pool, the hotel is just steps from Airlie Beach Lagoon.

You can also join diving, boating, and hiking, as well as cars for rent. There is a fitness centre at this accommodation.

8.4
749 reviews
From US$ 130 / night
Martinique Whitsunday Resort Martinique Whitsunday Resort

Martinique Whitsunday Resort

18 Golden Orchid Drive
37.2 km (23.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Infinity pool

Featuring a private art gallery, the 3-star smoke-free Martinique Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach offers a location within 20 minutes' walk of Honeyeater Lookout Trail. Situated in close proximity to Port of Airlie, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms along with a shared lounge and barbecue grills available onsite.

The Martinique features an infinity pool, a hot tub. Keeping fit at the accommodation is convenient thanks to a fitness suite that offers fitness classes.

8.7
455 reviews
~ US$208 / night

Martinique Whitsunday Resort

37.2 km (23.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Infinity pool

Martinique Whitsunday Resort

Featuring a private art gallery, the 3-star smoke-free Martinique Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach offers a location within 20 minutes' walk of Honeyeater Lookout Trail. Situated in close proximity to Port of Airlie, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts air-conditioned rooms along with a shared lounge and barbecue grills available onsite.

The Martinique features an infinity pool, a hot tub. Keeping fit at the accommodation is convenient thanks to a fitness suite that offers fitness classes.

8.7
455 reviews
From US$ 208 / night

Golf Resorts in Great Barrier Reef

  • Private beach
Big4 Queens Beach Tourist Village Big4 Queens Beach Tourist Village

Big4 Queens Beach Tourist Village

160 Mt Nutt Road
25.1 km (15.6 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Saltwater pool

Offering a gift shop, Queens Beach Tourist Village Bowen hotel lies in the Queens Beach district, a 10-minute drive from Cape Edgecumbe Walking Trail and 3 km from Horseshoe Bay Rotary Lookout. Featuring 20 rooms with views of the garden, this resort is 3.8 km from Mother Beddock Rock.

This Bowen hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and offers an aqua park, barbecue, and a golf course. The Queens provides windsurfing, diving, and hiking for an active pastime.

8.5
373 reviews
~ US$142 / night

Big4 Queens Beach Tourist Village

25.1 km (15.6 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Saltwater pool

Big4 Queens Beach Tourist Village

Offering a gift shop, Queens Beach Tourist Village Bowen hotel lies in the Queens Beach district, a 10-minute drive from Cape Edgecumbe Walking Trail and 3 km from Horseshoe Bay Rotary Lookout. Featuring 20 rooms with views of the garden, this resort is 3.8 km from Mother Beddock Rock.

This Bowen hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and offers an aqua park, barbecue, and a golf course. The Queens provides windsurfing, diving, and hiking for an active pastime.

8.5
373 reviews
From US$ 142 / night
  • Beach access
The Sundays The Sundays

The Sundays

8 Palm Terrace Way
62.9 km (39.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view

The 5-star The Sundays Hotel Hamilton Island, situated 3.2 km from Coral Cove, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness suite. Its beachfront location provides easy access to Hamilton Island Marina, which is just 30 metres away.

There are beauty services, spa therapy, and a golf course that will make your stay a pleasant one. Staff can arrange snorkelling and lawn tennis.

9.3
118 reviews
~ US$640 / night

The Sundays

62.9 km (39.1 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Pool with view

The Sundays

The 5-star The Sundays Hotel Hamilton Island, situated 3.2 km from Coral Cove, offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness suite. Its beachfront location provides easy access to Hamilton Island Marina, which is just 30 metres away.

There are beauty services, spa therapy, and a golf course that will make your stay a pleasant one. Staff can arrange snorkelling and lawn tennis.

9.3
118 reviews
From US$ 640 / night
  • Beach access
Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort

Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort

26-34 Raintree Place
36.8 km (22.8 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Infinity pool

Featuring an infinity swimming pool, the 4-star Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach is around 20 minutes' walk from the coral Sea Abell Point Marina. Located right in the centre of Airlie Beach, the hotel offers 35 rooms overlooking the island.

Car hire is available at the Azure and the area is popular for snorkelling, diving, and boating.

8.6
318 reviews
~ US$242 / night

Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort

36.8 km (22.8 mi) from Great Barrier Reef
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Infinity pool

Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort

Featuring an infinity swimming pool, the 4-star Azure Sea Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach is around 20 minutes' walk from the coral Sea Abell Point Marina. Located right in the centre of Airlie Beach, the hotel offers 35 rooms overlooking the island.

Car hire is available at the Azure and the area is popular for snorkelling, diving, and boating.

8.6
318 reviews
From US$ 242 / night

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Here is a quick list of Resorts in Great Barrier Reef, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Whitsunday Sands Resort

9.1 / 10

(1235 Reviews)

From 141$
Freedom Shores Resort Airlie Beach

9.2 / 10

(530 Reviews)

From 232$
Seclude Rainforest Retreat (Adults Only)

9.8 / 10

(43 Reviews)

From 265$
Mantra Club Croc

8.2 / 10

(2437 Reviews)

From 93$
Toscana Village Resort

8.9 / 10

(457 Reviews)

From 215$

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