Cairns North Travel Guide

Cairns

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.
A coastal promenade with a pebbly beach, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.
A sunset over water with palm trees and a Ferris wheel.
A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.
A tree-lined pathway with people walking and cycling.

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Top hotels in Cairns North

The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £90 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£90
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located ...
5.4/10 (18 reviews)
"Would class this more as a backpacker or roadside motel standard. No blankets and was cold in the night, no wifi despite being advertised, tv wasnt tuned in. Staff were helpful and room was clean but not worth what we paid"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £135 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£135
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
 Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (566 reviews)
"Extremely budget accommodation. No power points near beds, had to ask for extension lead. Has microwave but had to ask for cutlery and plates etc. Staff were very helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Hotel Tropiq
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £138 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
£138
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £107 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£107
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was kind of out-of-the-way not surrounded by the city as such. It was a nice stay"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £57 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£57
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
"While the room was & bathrooms were clean it was extremely difficult to sleep due to excessive noise all night with kids running around slamming doors adults parties until all hours it was very disappointing as there was no management on site to regulate any inappropriate behaviour. Would not ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
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Where to stay in Cairns North

Find the best Cairns North areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.



Cairns North Travel Guide

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