Cairns North Travel Guide
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Visit Cairns North
Stay near popular Cairns North attractions
Things to do

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Stylish Snorkel, Dive Reef Tour

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Top hotels in Cairns North

The Oceanfront Cairns
"Would class this more as a backpacker or roadside motel standard. No blankets and was cold in the night, no wifi despite being advertised, tv wasnt tuned in. Staff were helpful and room was clean but not worth what we paid"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Hotel Tropiq
"Extremely budget accommodation. No power points near beds, had to ask for extension lead. Has microwave but had to ask for cutlery and plates etc. Staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
"It was kind of out-of-the-way not surrounded by the city as such. It was a nice stay"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
"While the room was & bathrooms were clean it was extremely difficult to sleep due to excessive noise all night with kids running around slamming doors adults parties until all hours it was very disappointing as there was no management on site to regulate any inappropriate behaviour. Would not ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Where to stay in 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.

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.






















