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Your Freshwater Holiday

Take the stress and hassle out of planning your next escape by booking a Freshwater holiday package. Take in the sights and sounds of this unique neighbourhood and experience all it has to offer. Want to explore the sights during your trip to Freshwater? Be sure to stop by nearby attractions like Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum. Don't just think about it — make it happen! Secure your perfect Freshwater holiday with Expedia and get to where you're going your way.

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The Reef Retreat

The Reef Retreat

4 out of 5
Palm Cove
per person
10 Nov - 12 Nov
found 7 hours ago
Return flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)
9/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
Really enjoyed our stay here. Comfortable beds, all mod cons, lovely outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi. Great location, would recommend.

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Beaches Port Douglas

Beaches Port Douglas

4.5 out of 5
per person
10 Nov - 12 Nov
found 7 hours ago
Return flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)
8.6/10 Excellent! (94 reviews)
Great location check in and out was easy.

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2024

Hibiscus Resort & Spa

Hibiscus Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
per person
10 Nov - 12 Nov
found 7 hours ago
Return flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)
8.6/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
It was ok room was ok

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025

Elysium Apartments

Elysium Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Palm Cove
per person
10 Nov - 12 Nov
found 7 hours ago
Return flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)
9/10 Wonderful! (146 reviews)
The Apartments was very spacious,clean and walking distance to lots of restaurants.I would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2024

The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat

5 out of 5
Palm Cove
per person
10 Nov - 12 Nov
found 7 hours ago
Return flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)
9/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews)
The staff in all areas were amazing. The room unfortunately did not match the description on the website or the pictures.

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Where to stay in Freshwater

Find the best Freshwater areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Freshwater
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Palm Cove

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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Top hotels in Freshwater

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £65 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£65
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Three pools and 24/7 reception was very good."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £126 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£126
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £95 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£95
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Unheated, cold pool and no indoor spa instead."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Freshwater travel package cost?
Our Freshwater travel packages, which begin at just £203, are an easy way to save big. Pick and choose your favourite hotels, flights and rental car to create your perfect trip.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Freshwater travel package?
Don't stress if you're rethinking your Freshwater travel package — you can cancel or amend your booking. And if you've booked it within 24 hours, you may be able to do it at no cost. However, bookings made more than 24 hours ago may incur charges from your airline, hotel or car rental company. We get that your circumstances can change suddenly, so look up our Customer Service Portal if that occurs. When you're ready to make changes, we're here to help.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Freshwater?
Crafting your own Freshwater travel package with Expedia is a great way to save. We have over 550 air carriers and 1,000,000 hotels throughout the world. With such an amazing range to select from, you'll have no trouble putting together your dream escape.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Freshwater holidays?
We certainly do. Expedia has partnered with online lender Klarna to help you conveniently pay for your holiday in manageable instalments. Simply pick the payment plan that suits you best during the checkout process and take away the stress of budgeting for your trip. Make sure you bundle your flights, accommodation and activities with Expedia to get the biggest bang for your buck. Check out our flexible payment options below:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Klarna offers manageable monthly payment plans that suit all budgets, so you can jet away on that well-earned holiday now.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: If you'd like to pay off your getaway across multiple transactions, holidays paid in instalments might be the right choice for your Book Now, Pay Later holiday through Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: If paying a small percentage of your trip (rather than the total upfront) makes it easier to hit that "book now" button, choose a low deposit holiday payment plan from Klarna.

Where should I stay in Freshwater?
Most who travel to Freshwater include both Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park on their to-do lists. Why not consider a hotel that's close to these popular attractions?
What are the top hotels in Freshwater?
Get your trip off to a fantastic start by booking a room at Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, an IHG Hotel. It's one of most sought-after properties in Freshwater. Another top option is The Abbott Boutique Hotel.
How far in advance should I book my Freshwater holiday?
Travellers can normally browse international airfares on Expedia up to a year in advance of departure. Booking at the last minute? With a little bit of luck, it's still possible to purchase a cheap ticket just weeks before your flight.
What does an Expedia Freshwater travel package include?
With Expedia, you can choose a combination of hotels, car rentals and flights to create your perfect Freshwater package. Once you've made your booking, you can add on the fun stuff like sightseeing tours and activities. Don't forget, the more you bundle, the greater the savings!
What should I know before booking a Freshwater travel package?
So many places to wander around, so many things to experience. With a package, you can tick more of them off your list. Bundle your flights, hotels and rental cars and enjoy big savings.
Can I choose my airline with a Freshwater Expedia travel package?
Yes — that's the beauty of an Expedia travel package. You get to decide. We have access to more than 550 partner airlines all over the world, so you have options galore when planning your Freshwater adventure.

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

Palm Cove Beach

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

Palm Cove Beach
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town

Esplanade Lagoon

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Esplanade Lagoon

Things to do

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

£142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

£102
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

£102
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.