Places to stay near Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

Daintree Secrets Rainforest Sanctuary

The only house in the Daintree set in the rainforest, over a permanent running stream, with your own private swimming hole and waterfalls. The open plan house and large verandas afford panoramic views. Centrally located, this Eco Certified property is the perfect setting for a romantic getaway or a fun place for families and friends to enjoy. If you are looking for peace & tranquility in the heart of the rainforest, you won't want to leave. Ideal for nature lovers, bird watchers & naturists.

Botanic Retreat two streets from Cairns Esplanade

Welcome to Lily Pad Inn, a beautifully furnished tropical holiday hideaway near the top end of Cairns City Esplanade. This secluded property is set amongst your own botanic garden, with fish ponds, turtles & wildlife abound. The master bedroom, bathroom & private courtyard are completely your own & accompanied by a fully secure iron gate entrance from the street. The king sized four poster bed, with ample room to work, rest & play, will give you the best introduction to Cairns tropical living.

December Special. The Cubby Luxury Nature Retreat

SUMMER ESCAPE. From the modern luxurious interior, you can soak up nature at its finest. The platypus, other waterlife and birdlife are visible from the breakfast / cocktail bar as well as from the bathtub or outdoor shower. The biggest decision you will need to make is which vantage point to enjoy. There is the stunning fireplace that flows from inside out to the deck, also able to be enjoyed from the bathtub. *PLEASE NOTE: The service fee is imposed and received 100% by Air BnB, not host.

SPIRE - Palm Cove Luxury

SPIRE is a stylish, modern, architectural retreat perfectly positioned in Ocean’s Edge beachside estate, Palm Cove. Immerse yourself in peace and comfort with natural light and cool breezes flooding every room of this property. Take a dip in the crystal-clear mineral pool or unwind in the private alfresco courtyard surrounded by lush manicured gardens. Only a short stroll through the rainforest enveloped boardwalk will reveal the vibrant Palm Cove Beach esplanade right on your doorstep.

Villa Amavi, South Mission Beach

Peaceful, secluded and nestled in tropical rainforest with breathtaking views of South Mission Beach & Dunk Island. Escape and completely unwind, in your own private luxury holiday home. One week relaxing here feels like a month away. Fully air conditioned with spacious indoor & outdoor living areas the Villa can be configured for 2 to 10 guests, making it an ideal holiday home for any size group. Villa Amavi also covers 100% of Airbnb's service fee, so that guests pay $0 service fee.

Usnea, A Nature, Art and Accommodation Space

Usnea, our Nature, Art and Accommodation Space, is situated on the Evelyn Tablelands, Tropical North Qld. Here a discrete self-contained one bedroom cottage in upland rainforest is surrounded by natural and established gardens, and at 1,160m provides a cool summer and cosy winter retreat. Uniquely the cottage integrates art within and outside. Contemplation, inspiration, privacy and comfort, are all to be experienced, along with exploring our forest and local environmental features.

Church House - Townsville home with a twist

Welcome to Church House. A recently renovated 1920's Baptist Church for you to call your own. The apartment is at the rear of the Church proper (which now houses an architectural design studio). You have your own private entrance exclusively for ChurchHouse. Thick brick walls separate the apartment from the office and ensure peace and quiet during your stay. Our inner-city location means that you will hear some traffic noise - ear plugs are available upon request should you require.

Bali Inspired Villa with Plunge Pool

You’ll love my place because of the indoor/outdoor living, private plunge pool, tropical gardens with views across the lake and parkland and tucked away from everyone. Use the kitchen to make drinks at the bar or cook up a storm with your family or friends. You'll love staying here because it brings the outside in and encompasses the best of tropical living. It has a private office. You get the benefit of only paying for the rooms you need. We allocate 2 persons per room.

Spring Haven Kuranda – Rainforest Garden Retreat

Escape in style to a stunning retreat five minutes from Kuranda Village. Fully self-contained, contemporary, one-bedroom cabin with outdoor bath, nestled in a rainforest garden. Take in the serenity and wildlife, and enjoy a special getaway. Relax • Refresh • Rejuvenate 2 night minimum stay. Unfortunately we no longer take single night bookings. If you are a returning guest please message us privately for a discounted rate. You can also book direct to save.

5 Star Luxury Home with Stunning Pool ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Resort living at it's finest in this fully air conditioned large private home with stunning views of the Coral Sea, wonderful large spaces and an absolutely stunning pool. Make the most of your holiday period. This property allows checkin as early as 8am on your day of arrival. Checkout time is 11am but in most cases it can be extended at no cost to 6pm. Please message host should you wish to confirm availability of late check out prior to booking.

Hemingway's on the Hill, beautiful country views.

Hemingway’s on the Hill is a rustic private indulgence. Set high on the hill, bearing witness to the best of rural life. Cows graze paddocks, and flocks of birds fly overhead. Life is everywhere. Curated by Interior Designer Fifi. She wrote a story for the life to be lived in the space. Like the great man himself, thoughtful yet spare enough with surprises of artful collection. Escape to the country for a few days and write your own love story.

FNQ Blooms Tropical Flower Farm Lodge

Our Tropical Flower Farm is a 52-acre property situated at the foothills of Mt Bartle about one hour drive south of the Cairns International Airport. We grow an extensive variety of tropical Heliconia and Ginger for use in the Australian Cut Flower market. Our farm is completely self-sustainable. We have a waterfall that generates our power through Hydroelectricity and gravity-fed water from a natural spring.