Title: TOP Family-Friendly Hotels in Northern Australia for 2026 - Northern Australia Family Welcoming Hotels | Expedia.co.uk

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![Now Broome and the Kimberley is an amazing spot to do a road trip! I would recommend flying in from Perth, starting in Broome with a few days and then heading into the Kimberley. A must do in Broome is the cable beach sunset camel ride, there are two operators that do a very similar walk. Try to time it around the low tide so you have beautiful reflections whilst walking on wet sand. #RoadTrip ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130646/61876d02-e7d1-49d1-abeb-bdc5663e0d3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)

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## Check availability on Northern Australia Family-Friendly Hotels

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## Our top choices for Northern Australia family-friendly hotels

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/b924af49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/189e7c06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/c13a144f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650713/08721595.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airlie Beach Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

Airlie Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1003)

"Great stay great price "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Neil

£156

includes taxes & fees

25 Dec - 26 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Airlie-Beach-Hotel.h2650713.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3005200/3005124/718b9940.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3005200/3005124/2b6ca597.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3005200/3005124/w3000h2247x0y0-b08ab95e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3005200/3005124/a0456c88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Brisbane Airport

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Novotel-Brisbane-Airport.h3005124.Hotel-Information)

Brisbane Airport

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1006)

"Excellent location, good breakfast nice large room"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Peter

£138

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Novotel-Brisbane-Airport.h3005124.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/d15de08f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/9230aa19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Horizon Club Suite 1 King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/740536f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/ec90d772.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

8.8/10

Excellent

(1007)

"Great location and a great hotel "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Gustavo

£107

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Marina.h16032.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19295900/19295854/0290a070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily full breakfast (AUD 28.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19295900/19295854/58f09dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19295900/19295854/w3000h2248x0y0-d389f175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19295900/19295854/4f696eed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane-Airport-Hotel.h19295854.Hotel-Information)

Brisbane Airport

8.8/10

Excellent

(1718)

"Convenient and close to the airport."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Barend

£133

includes taxes & fees

24 Dec - 25 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane-Airport-Hotel.h19295854.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/615d0f29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Land view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/8d881048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One King & One Single Standard | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/18041311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/a5aa0a0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cairns Harbourside Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)

Cairns North

8.8/10

Excellent

(1007)

"awesome location great service "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Mary ann

£64

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)

![2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/ec509db7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/9ab23e27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/630cf55b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22629700/22629613/c0bcdf2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Crystalbrook Riley

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Riley.h22629613.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1004)

"Great place to stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen

£109

includes taxes & fees

17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Crystalbrook-Riley.h22629613.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13340800/13340702/e7dbd6ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13340800/13340702/4c719975.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13340800/13340702/d9adf890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13340800/13340702/4b7190b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Brisbane-Elizabeth-Street.h13340702.Hotel-Information)

Brisbane Central Business District

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1185)

"Good value convenient hotel"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Natalie

£76

includes taxes & fees

8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Brisbane-Elizabeth-Street.h13340702.Hotel-Information)

![Children’s activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/6df96b6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/c6e80c91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hilton Premier Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7fa9ab36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Cairns

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information)

Cairns Central Business District

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1002)

"Fantastic stay , great staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Taymour

£101

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/546100/546080/1a861d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/546100/546080/8790c7ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/546100/546080/249d5bde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/546100/546080/620d8515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mercure Alice Springs Resort

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Hotels-Mercure-Alice-Springs-Resort.h546080.Hotel-Information)

East Side

8.4/10

Very good

(1001)

"Love the grounds, the trees and the birdlife. And easy walk to town. Just need a back gate. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Matt

£56

includes taxes & fees

28 Dec - 29 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Hotels-Mercure-Alice-Springs-Resort.h546080.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/422300/422277/53e390a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/422300/422277/edc21da9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/422300/422277/5579ca37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Queen Spa Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/422300/422277/e34b55f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Brisbane International - Virginia

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Brisbane-International-Virginia.h422277.Hotel-Information)

Boondall

8.6/10

Excellent

(1005)

"excellent location Clean room"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kathit

£82

includes taxes & fees

28 Dec - 29 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Brisbane-International-Virginia.h422277.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

![The Point Brisbane Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/425400/425374/78a440fa_y.jpg)

### The Point Brisbane Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything from early entry to lovely room (spotless ) to helpful staff, was A1….. a cleaning lady even offered to help carry my luggage to the car ! PLACE TO STAY!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-The-Point-Brisbane-Hotel.h425374.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Surfers Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/109/fe5eec8c_y.jpg)

### Novotel Surfers Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless clean rooms and extemely good room service daily. Excellent bfast options and great courteous and kind service during bfast, best location in surfers next to Paradise centre and delux room upgrade and paid late check out were amazibg options. Gym and laundry also great. Loced it guyd. Thabknyoy. Keep it up. See you next time"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Novotel-Surfers-Paradise.h109.Hotel-Information)

![Mantra Legends Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62684/f1c22d58_y.jpg)

### Mantra Legends Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I really love the overall aesthetic and vibes about the hotel . It gave us wonderful experiences.staff were all down and beyond to help guests "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Mantra-Legends-Hotel.h62684.Hotel-Information)

![Mantra on View Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10500/10478/51ac1650_y.jpg)

### Mantra on View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All the staff gave us the very best attention and we really enjoyed our stay. We certain;y would do it again , Thank you very much. Lola and Henry Barker. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Mantra-On-View-Hotel.h10478.Hotel-Information)

![RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/425500/425456/2c5a61c8_y.jpg)

### RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at this hotel! Everything was perfect! The restaurants there have a variety of amazing food. The staff are very helpful and the beds so comfy. We will always stay at Royal Pines now when we are in the Gold Coast. We highly recommend that you try it out!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-RACV-Royal-Pines-Resort-Gold-Coast.h425456.Hotel-Information)

![Amora Hotel Brisbane](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4610/4f923fa3_y.jpg)

### Amora Hotel Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Two minute walk to the train station. Five minute walk to the queen street mall. Fantastic eateries and bars. The hotel itself is very high end. Staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean, comfortable, with great amenities and beautifully styled. We had breakfast and dinner at the restaurant. The food was AMAZING. I was extremely impressed and so happy with our stay, that I HIGHLY recommend staying at Amora Hotel. We ourselves will definitely be back. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Amora-Hotel-Brisbane.h4610.Hotel-Information)

![Capri by Fraser, Brisbane](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679656/0fe12e97_y.jpg)

### Capri by Fraser, Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

"Great rooms and staff"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Capri-By-Fraser.h9679656.Hotel-Information)

![Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13350000/13340800/13340702/e7dbd6ad_y.jpg)

### Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient position. Close to everything. Very clean. Staff very efficient and friendly."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Brisbane-Elizabeth-Street.h13340702.Hotel-Information)

![voco Gold Coast by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66000/65924/b1f09b33_y.jpg)

### voco Gold Coast by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great well located property, very friendly helpful staff and fabulous breakfast with many options to please everyone."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Voco-Gold-Coast.h65924.Hotel-Information)