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.

Stay near popular Cairns North attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Cairns North

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,323 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,323
฿3,656 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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. ...
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,966 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,966
฿4,363 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,004 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,004
฿3,304 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon are located ...
6/10 (103 reviews)
"Total scam. The photos are nothing what like what the room looks like. You think your getting a decent, updated room but you get a run down, dirty motel room with mold and broken shower. Asked the staff about this and was told there was nothing that can be done and should be careful next time when ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,690 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿1,690
฿1,859 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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. ...
Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,700 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿3,700
฿4,071 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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)
"Hôtel un peu vieillot mais bien entretenu offrant toutes les commodités. Près de l’aéroport. Si vous souhaitez une localisation centre-ville, l’offre hôtelière est plus intéressante."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Bay Village Tropical Retreat

3.5 out of 5
227 Lake Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,444 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,444
฿3,789 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
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.

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 Back Shot Beach, 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.

Parramatta Park

Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.



Cairns North Travel Guide