Barrier Reef Hotel, Heritage hotel in Cairns, Australia
The Barrier Reef Hotel stands as a two-story reinforced concrete structure at the intersection of Abbott and Wharf Streets, featuring timber floors and corrugated iron roofing.
Originally constructed in 1926 to replace the Empire Hotel from 1898, this establishment emerged during a period of substantial growth in the Cairns region.
The building represents the transformation of Cairns from a 19th-century settlement to an established city, reflecting architectural adaptations to the tropical environment.
Located near the waterfront, the hotel maintains its original purpose while adhering to heritage preservation guidelines that regulate modifications to the structure.
The Royal Australian Air Force occupied sections of the hotel between 1943 and 1945, demonstrating its adaptation to wartime requirements.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -16.92490,145.77950
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:36
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