Cairns North Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Activities


Our pick of the best Cairns North Hotel Deals

The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is AU$173 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$173
20 Aug - 21 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 ...
5/10 (23 reviews)
"this was the worst hotel i have ever been to. They had just started remodeling it i guess old 1970 style, Bad plastic Furniture with a wood table attached to the wall and horrible bed, I tryed to change rooms hoping there was a better on at this hotel but there was not. since it was late and I did ..."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is AU$258 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$258
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-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)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff, beautiful view and an overall great experience!"

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

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 ...
Hotel Tropiq
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is AU$288 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$288
24 Aug - 25 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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Convenient location, lot of off street parking, although surprised to find out on arrival it cost $20/night, room needed general maintenance - one of the light bulbs in bathroom blown; toilet wouldn’t flush properly. Unless you are from a very cold region take your trackies as room very cold even ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is AU$226 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$226
26 July - 27 July
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 ...
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is AU$115 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$115
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 ...
Bohemia Resort Cairns
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Cairns North

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

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.

Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.



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