Harbour Cove + the Great Barrier Reef

Stay in Airlie. Sleep on the reef.

Pair your Harbour Cove apartment with a night out at Hardy Reef on Reefsleep or Reefsuite. The reef boat leaves from Port of Airlie, a short walk from your door.

Walk to the reef departureHarbour Cove is at Port of Airlie, where the reef boat leaves.

One enquiry, one quoteYour apartment and your reef night, sorted together.

Both confirmed before you payWe check Harbour Cove and the reef, then send your quote.

Two ways to sleep on the reef

Choose your reef night

Both packages include your Harbour Cove apartment before and/or after a night at Reefworld, the pontoon at Hardy Reef kept just for overnight guests. Space is very limited each night, so it pays to be flexible on dates.

Under the stars

Harbour Cove + Reefsleep

Fall asleep under the stars in a covered double Reefbed on the outer reef, then wake up with Hardy Reef almost to yourselves.

  • Harbour Cove apartment nights in Airlie Beach
  • Return cruise from Port of Airlie to Hardy Reef
  • Overnight in a double Reefbed on Reefworld
  • Meals on the reef, plus beer, wine and soft drinks
  • Snorkel gear, guided snorkel safari and semi-sub tour
  • Underwater observatory
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Underwater

Harbour Cove + Reefsuite

Sleep below the waterline in one of only two underwater suites, with floor-to-ceiling reef views from your bed.

  • Harbour Cove apartment nights in Airlie Beach
  • Return cruise from Port of Airlie to Hardy Reef
  • Private underwater suite, king or twin, with en suite
  • Meals and a selection of drinks on the reef
  • Guided snorkel safari
  • Only two suites, so dates book out early
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Reef inclusions are provided by Cruise Whitsundays and confirmed with your quote. Minimum age on the reef is 6.

Your base in Airlie Beach

Why stay at Harbour Cove

Harbour Cove sits at Port of Airlie, the gateway to the Whitsundays. Settle into your apartment, walk down to the reef boat in the morning, and come back to a full kitchen, a pool and your own balcony.

Port of Airlie locationA short walk to the reef departure and the marina precinct.
Self-contained apartmentsOne and two bedroom options with a full kitchen and laundry.
Pool and free parkingPlus free Wi-Fi and smart TVs with Netflix.
Close to townA short stroll to the main street of Airlie Beach.
How it works

Three easy steps

Send your enquiry

Pick your package, your Harbour Cove dates and your preferred reef night.

We check availability

We confirm your apartment and your Reefsleep or Reefsuite night together.

Get your quote

You'll hear back within 24 hours with pricing and how to confirm.

Check availability

Enquire about your reef package

Tell us your dates and who's coming. We'll check Harbour Cove and the reef, then send you a quote.


Good to know

Is there a minimum age?

Yes. The minimum age for both Reefsleep and Reefsuite is 6, and guests under 18 need to be with an adult. Reef pricing is per bed, not by age.

Where does the reef trip leave from?

Port of Airlie, a short walk from Harbour Cove. You cruise out to Reefworld at Hardy Reef, spend the night, and cruise back the next afternoon.

Can I stay at Harbour Cove before and after the reef?

Yes. Most guests stay a night or two before their reef night and come back to Harbour Cove after. Just give us your dates and we'll work the reef night in around them.

What should I bring on the reef?

Keep it to a small overnight bag with swimwear, sun protection, a hat and a change of clothes. Snorkel gear is supplied. We'll send you the full details with your confirmation.

Can I add airport transfers or other tours?

Yes. Let us know in the form if you need transfers from Whitsunday Coast or Hamilton Island Airport, or if there's anything else you'd like to add, and we'll include it in your quote.

How do payment and booking work?

Send your enquiry and we'll check availability for both your apartment and your reef night. You'll then get a quote with everything included. Your package is booked and paid through Whitsunday Tours once you're happy with it.