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Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
Manhattan
Price was NZ$4,606, price is now NZ$3,323 per person
NZ$3,323
per person
24 Apr - 1 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,546 reviews)
The best place to stay on a budget if you’re planning to see Broadway shows. I’ve already reserved The St. James for my trip in April.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

4 out of 5
Manhattan
Save 100% on your flight
Price was NZ$5,838, price is now NZ$3,886 per person
NZ$3,886
per person
24 Apr - 1 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,348 reviews)
The staff was nice and the rooms were clean! Great place!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

5 out of 5
Manhattan
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Price was NZ$9,527, price is now NZ$6,958 per person
NZ$6,958
per person
25 Apr - 1 May
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (508 reviews)
Spa experience was amazing!

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Our guide on where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

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Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

Relax and rejuvenate at this beachside village, known as Queensland’s spa capital and enjoy the tropical north in style.

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Great Barrier Reef Holiday

Best time to go to Great Barrier Reef

The best time to visit Great Barrier Reef depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in January and February. February is mostly cloudy. The coolest average temperature around Great Barrier Reef is in June when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January79.5°F (26.4°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February79.5°F (26.4°C)Moderate RainMostly Cloudy
March76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
April72.3°F (22.4°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May66.6°F (19.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
June62.6°F (17.0°C)No RainMostly Sunny
July63.9°F (17.7°C)No RainMostly Sunny
August63.5°F (17.5°C)No RainSunny
September68.4°F (20.200000000000003°C)No RainMostly Sunny
October72.5°F (22.5°C)No RainMostly Sunny
November76.5°F (24.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December78.3°F (25.700000000000003°C)Light RainMostly Sunny

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Our pick of the best Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals

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
The price is NZ$453 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
NZ$453
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean and spacious room. Great pools. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$227 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$227
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great service

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Airlie Beach Hotel
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
The price is NZ$252 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$252
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, a pool and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(1,351 reviews)

Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.

Cairns Esplanade
Whitehaven Beach showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Whitehaven Beach

4.5/5(287 reviews)

Stroll along this famous beach on Whitsunday Island to experience its dazzling white sands and gently lapping waters in different hues of blue and green.

Whitehaven Beach
Hamilton Island Marina featuring a bay or harbour, boating and landscape views

Hamilton Island Marina

4.5/5(257 reviews)

Cruise in for a visit or begin your boating adventure in the Great Barrier Reef from this world-class marina and make use of its fantastic facilities and great dining.

Hamilton Island Marina

What to do in Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

NZ$216
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

NZ$266
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'

Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'

NZ$6,347
per traveller
Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'
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