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

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿4,780 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,780
฿5,258 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,099 reviews)
"The room was well equipped and the location was great (right by the beach and close to the city centre but a bit quieter and close to the airport). The staff were extremely helpful from checking my in to planning excursions, to ordering taxis, and check out. Being able to access the commercial gym ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,651 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,651
฿4,016 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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 ...
5.8/10 (73 reviews)
"We liked the position of the property and the staff were very pleasant. Unfortunately the property was extremely poorly maintained and the rooms were old and shabby with a musty smell. Overall the property desperately needs investment to bring it up to an acceptable standard."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿5,475 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,475
฿6,023 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This venue was a little tired. There was one usable pool. The deck was all chipped and not pretty. The rooms were fine; just outdated. The view was amazing, though, and made it worthwhile. The location was outside the busy area, but an easy walk, which was perfect. It looks like they are in the process ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿2,094 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,094
฿2,304 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina are located nearby.
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room & comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿2,630 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿2,630
฿2,893 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"On booking a queen or double bed was advertised on arrival my bed was 2 singles put together with a ridge down the centre very uncomfortable and the previous guest had left items in the bathroom… should have gone to SPECSAVERS housekeeping"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,363 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿4,363
฿4,799 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is outdated and it was not very clean. We went to the dinning room to have breakfast. We didn't want to have the buffet because we didn't need that much food and frankly, the food did not look great. However, the chef said that he would only make breakfast items for those who make a room ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
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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 Cairns 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