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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef 3-star hotels

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1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay."
Australia
Steven
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

2. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"A good clean hotel in a good location with a reception desk that was still open when I checked in."
Australia
Brent
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Allen
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

3. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is S$74
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Cairns Queens Court
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

4. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing"
Australia
Mohamed Fawad
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mercure Townsville
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

5. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns North
6.0 out of 10, (111 reviews)
"Great view, lovely staff, all in all a wonderful stay."
Australia
Michael
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Oceanfront Cairns
A hotel with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

6. Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Bay Village Tropical Retreat
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (812 reviews)
"Overall clean and neat. Staff are friendly. Location is good. Short driving distance to most attractions and easy parking around hotel. Room’s a bit old but still comfortable, good value for the price."
Hong Kong SAR China
Pik Wai
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

7. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"Clean room, very close to city center."
Australia
Chris
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Alivio Hotel Cairns
A waterfall cascading over large rocks in a garden setting.

8. Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.2 out of 10, Good, (607 reviews)
"Clean, freshly painted, spotless tiled bathroom, crisp white bedding and a very comfortable mattress. Close to food ,coffee and an easy walk to the waters edge and shops. Overall a beaut place. I'd stay there again."
Australia
Ian
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Tropiq
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

9. Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville
3.5 star property
South Townsville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I always stay at Rydges when in Townsville, even though their prices are a bit high compared to other hotels."
Australia
raj
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Rydges Southbank Townsville
A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

10. Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (208 reviews)
"My stay here was very enjoyable. Quiet, and very relaxing."
Australia
Dianne
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Motel Nomad Cairns
A balcony with two white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach and a clear blue sky.

11. Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower
3.5 star property
Yeppoon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (878 reviews)
"So close to everything across from beach great views great breakfast"
Australia
Angela
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bayview Tower
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit building facade.

12. Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns North
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were courteous and helpful."
Australia
Ian
The price is S$69
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Bohemia Resort Cairns
A modern cafe with wooden accents, a coffee bar, and seating for guests.

13. The Gladstone

The Gladstone
3.5 star property
Gladstone Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (594 reviews)
"Our room was clean and quiet. Bed was comfortable and the room was a good size."
Australia
Tracy
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Gladstone
A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

14. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (413 reviews)
"Car parking bit tight, and not near the rooms. if your a bit elderly I would imagine getting up the steep hill to the rooms may be a bit of a mission. All and all was a lovely stay and rooms were comfortable."
Australia
Sean
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

15. Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (647 reviews)
"Clean, great location, comfortable beds, lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Cafes and restaurants, supermarket close by. Great spot to stay for the night."
Australia
Diana
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Madison Ocean Breeze
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

16. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by a metal fence, with various plants and trees in the background.

17. True Blue Motor Inn

True Blue Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Parkhurst
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"Clean room great staff always accommodating"
Australia
Blair
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
True Blue Motor Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

18. The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Rockhampton City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (865 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, good location, happy"
Australia
Laura
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

19. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (276 reviews)
"Room was well appointed."
Australia
Rob
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Seahaven Resort
A pool area with a white fence, a hammock, and a view of a building with a white roof.

20. Coral Inn Boutique Motel

Coral Inn Boutique Motel
3.0 star property
Yeppoon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (389 reviews)
"Nice clean facilities close to beach staff very friendly and helpful."
Australia
Derek
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Coral Inn Boutique Motel
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