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A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation, a thatched-roof gazebo, and a wooden deck.

1. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
2.8 mi from Barron Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the cabins. Everything we needed. Handy having the laundry to catch up on washing while travelling. Pool was nice."
Australia
Anne
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 6.4 mi from Barron Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,133 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

3. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
6.1 mi from Barron Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.6 mi from Barron Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 reviews)
"The location was perfect—right on the marina and close to all the activities around the reef and shopping plus parks and restaurants. The staff were amongst some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve had on our travels!"
United States
Jonah
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of palm trees, and a wooden reception desk.

5. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda, 5.6 mi from Barron Gorge
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We only stayed one night between a connecting flight. Reasonably close to the airport. Staff were friendly. Room was quite big. Building is quite rundown but we didn't explore any of the pool area or restaurants as we arrived late in the evening and left first thing in the morning."
Australia
Chloe
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Palm Royale Cairns
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

6. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 5.4 mi from Barron Gorge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

7. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach, 5.4 mi from Barron Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (368 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cairns Beach Resort
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

8. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 5.5 mi from Barron Gorge
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jessica
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Trinity Collective
A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a toaster, a kettle, and a small cabinet with a dish rack.

9. Cool down in Freshwater

Cool down in Freshwater
3 mi from Barron Gorge
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cool down in Freshwater
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

10. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.6 mi from Barron Gorge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

11. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 6.1 mi from Barron Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"fantastic room, clean and updated with wifi. Laundry in unit was great. Shower was best, lotsa pressure. close to airport. definately recommend"
Canada
ellen
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Tropic Towers Apartments
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

12. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.6 mi from Barron Gorge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairns
A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

13. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.5 mi from Barron Gorge
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"Terrific stay. Excellent location - close to restaurants & shops. Will love to stay there again."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mantra Esplanade
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of a building and a pool.

14. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.1 mi from Barron Gorge
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very good location."
United States
Stephen
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Crystalbrook Riley
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

15. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.4 mi from Barron Gorge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Lovely clean room. Great one night stay.Only thing that spoiled it was the noise from the nightclub close by so not a good sleep."
Australia
Jenny
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Benson Hotel
Pool

16. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.2 mi from Barron Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A red sign for Nightcap Hotels with a 'Check In' arrow, set against a backdrop of a parking lot and palm trees.

17. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
3.5 star property
5 mi from Barron Gorge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Room was good and location was convenient"
Australia
Chris
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

18. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 7.6 mi from Barron Gorge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Locality perfect for walking to the wharf for reef excursions. And the CBD. Only stayed for one night but the facilities (pools etc) looked amazing. Desk staff were lovely."
Australia
Megan
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Pullman Cairns International
A hotel with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

19. Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Bay Village Tropical Retreat
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 6.7 mi from Barron Gorge
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (813 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 £64
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
A multi-level atrium with palm trees, a staircase, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

20. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 6.7 mi from Barron Gorge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Cairns Queens Court
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Top Barron Gorge Hotel Reviews

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

8/10 Good
"A great option for a one night stay in Cairns! Large renovated room with a comfy bed and great amenities."
Bethan 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Pullman Cairns International

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Barron Gorge?
A visit to the historical places in Barron Gorge is likely number one on your sightseeing list. And don't forget to discover the other places of interest while you are here in the area.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Barron Gorge?
You'll find 1386 hotels bookable on Expedia in the larger Cairns area, though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Barron Gorge?
Favourite places to visit include Barron Gorge National Park, Kuranda National Park and Cairns Cable Ski. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Dinden National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.
What is a historic hotel like in Barron Gorge?
A historic hotel gives guests the chance to stay in a place that's been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be palaces, castles, stately homes or even lodges, pubs or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Barron Gorge often retain original elements like traditional architecture and period features in their communal spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the physical building and architecture. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Barron Gorge have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Barron Gorge, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.

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