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LA Crystal Hotel - Los Angeles Area

LA Crystal Hotel - Los Angeles Area

NZ$1,734
per person
5 Nov - 10 Nov
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

Manhattan
Save 100% on your flight
NZ$5,641
per person
5 Oct - 12 Oct
found 9 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,841 reviews)
OYO Times Square

OYO Times Square

Manhattan
NZ$4,080
per person
5 Oct - 12 Oct
found 8 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
6.8/10 (2,053 reviews)
The Lombardy Hotel

The Lombardy Hotel

Manhattan
NZ$4,964
per person
5 Oct - 12 Oct
found 8 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,560 reviews)
Nice location. Very clean and quiet.

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Manhattan
NZ$4,870
per person
5 Oct - 12 Oct
found 11 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to New York (JFK)
9/10 Wonderful! (4,305 reviews)
Great location, had a nice pool to take an afternoon break at, service was great, views were amazing. Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable.

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Our guide on where to stay in Great Barrier Reef

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A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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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A waterfront with a wooden bridge, modern buildings, and lush greenery.

Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

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A beach with a person walking with a surfboard, a sandy shore, and calm sea.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

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A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

Cairns North

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

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A golf course with a clubhouse, a pond, and a forested hill in the background.

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

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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

Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
NZ$575
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"There should be mo life music at night time To many outsiders using your pools uncheck"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
NZ$279
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Really nice people and perfect location"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Reef View Hotel

Reef View Hotel

12 Resort Drive Whitsundays QLD
NZ$540
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"So spacious with convenient transportation, staff helpful with the tons of luggage I had and the views are breathtaking"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Reef View Hotel
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A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
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Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)
Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.
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A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and green hills.

Whitehaven Beach

9.6/10 (822 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.
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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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A street lined with trees decorated with lights, a bar named 'IRON BAR', and parked cars.

Macrossan Street

9.2/10 (1,937 reviews)
During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush greenery.

Four Mile Beach

9.2/10 (1,998 reviews)
One of Australia’s most photographed beaches has clear-blue water, pristine white sand, swaying palm trees and brilliant views of the ocean.
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A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and sailboats with colorful sails.

Catseye Beach

9.0/10 (790 reviews)
Swim, stroll, try exciting watersports or simply recline under the shade of palm trees and enjoy the views from one of Hamilton Island’s main beaches.
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Daintree Rainforest

9.4/10 (647 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Daintree Rainforest, a lovely green space in Diwan. Wander the rainforest and riverfront while you're in the area.
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What to do in Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef Day Cruise to Reefworld

Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld

NZ$241
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Great Barrier Reef Adventure to Reefworld
Whitehaven Beach Big Island Day Tour

Whitehaven Beach Purely Whitehaven Day Tour

NZ$320
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Purely Whitehaven Day Tour
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel

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

NZ$259
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whitehaven Beach Tour: 2 Options - All Day Beach Or Snorkel
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