Title: James Cook University in Smithfield | Expedia.co.uk [James Cook University Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/James-Cook-University-Hotels.0-l650106873837707264-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[James Cook University Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-James-Cook-University.d650106873837707264.Car-Hire-Guide)[Smithfield Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Smithfield.d6209824.Holidays-City-Breaks) # James Cook University ## Visit James Cook University Activities --- --- ## Plan a trip to see James Cook University Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Reef Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650500/2650462/cfdefc67_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Reef Retreat Palm Cove Save 100% on your flight £432 per person 4 Apr - 10 Apr found 16 hours ago Return flight included Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS) 9/10 Wonderful! (487 reviews) We were on the roadside-- but still very quiet. Parking off street available but we parked on the road as it was closer to our unit. Loved the indoor/ outdoor living. Coffee on room available. 5 minute walk to the beach, cafes and restaurants. Very safe town and very friendly. We used the pool and hottub daily. Jim waa very pleasant and helped us plan our day trip up to Daintree and the young fellow that works there suggested the croc tour-- which was AMAZING!! Bed was made up 1x (we were there 5 nights) which was fine, new towels were given 2x during our stay. We also asked for new pool towels which we recieved at the front desk and also asked for an extra umbrella--just a 'little' rain fell! Loved Palm Cove and thanks expedia for the $35 gift cert. to one of the restaurants. Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 ![The Reef House Adults Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460500/460497/d5e98a53_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Reef House Adults Retreat Palm Cove £913 per person 4 Apr - 10 Apr found 16 hours ago Return flight included Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS) 9/10 Wonderful! (704 reviews) Lovely room in this great small boutique hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location, amenities and onsite activities Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 ![Sanctuary Palm Cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/999200/999156/76977593_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sanctuary Palm Cove Palm Cove Save 100% on your flight £797 per person 4 Apr - 10 Apr found 16 hours ago Return flight included Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS) 9.8/10 Exceptional! (311 reviews) Our studio apartment was spotless and had everything in it that we needed, it even had a 210cm TV (SO BIG). The couple who oversaw "Sanctuary Resort" were both delightful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Would we go back? Absolutely! 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to visit ![It was a hot day as we strolled through the wetlands but the sites were amazing! We saw several types of tropical birds and a water snake!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209824/31b4026b-ea52-4094-82a4-31585a6af2bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cattana Wetlands Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Cattana Wetlands, a lovely green space in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cattana-Wetlands-Smithfield.d6324187.Attraction) ![This is great experience to see a rainforest from the top. Highly recommended and worth the money spend on the ticket.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55349/b0a1b3e2-217f-420c-9786-3196b2f51834.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Cable Ski Hit the slopes at Cairns Cable Ski during your trip to Macalister Range. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Cable-Ski-Macalister-Range.d553248621592884318.Attraction) ![Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring rainforest and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061143/3cd756f6-6a27-46bd-9003-987a2c5fb5e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Skyrail-Rainforest-Cableway-Station-Smithfield.d6061143.Attraction) ![Rainforestation Nature Park showing a fountain and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562249716/35b1a8f0-3d26-4437-b0f9-7b14ea73c165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rainforestation Nature Park Why not meet the animals who call Rainforestation Nature Park home during your travels in Kuranda? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rainforestation-Nature-Park-Kuranda.d553248621562249716.Attraction) ![Australian Armour and Artillery Museum which includes interior views and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562249714/10d06209-37c4-4621-b446-4b038d545026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian Armour and Artillery Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum during your travels in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Australian-Armour-And-Artillery-Museum-Smithfield.d553248621562249714.Attraction) ![Barron Falls Lookout showing a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611028/2ddaa076-bdf0-43b4-98c3-5768a0e006cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Barron Falls Lookout You can find out about the history of Kuranda with a stop at Barron Falls Lookout. 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