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

2 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £88 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£88
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
5.6/10 (9 reviews)
"The place needs a refurbished on the building, furniture and linen."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is £153 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
£153
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,063 reviews)
"All good location, room conditions and staff"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
 Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £63 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£63
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (563 reviews)
"Clean and quiet Easy access Nice staff Secure"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Tropiq
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £106 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£106
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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! (1,008 reviews)
"The only disappointment was the pool. V small. Everything else very good."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £147 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£147
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"The property is not well maintained and lacks updating inside the individual rooms. I feel the cost was too high for what you get. I ordered twice for room service both times asking for ice with my drink, was not given the ice m. Finally I asked the waitress who said she would be back with ice. She ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
227 Lake Street Cairns North QLD
The price is £104 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£104
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (779 reviews)
"The room was very spacious but very tired. The plumbing was noisy, the fan only worked on high and a lot of other little details were overlooked."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments
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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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