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 ฿4,198 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿4,198
฿4,618 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,701 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿3,701
฿4,071 total
29 Sept - 30 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 (89 reviews)
"Limited parking in exposed front park lot, otherwise it was street parking. One lift operating which took a while during peak time close to checkout. Bit of construction work going on. Otherwise spacious great room (just unfortunate that there is a small step into the bathroom which is a toe catcher, ..."

Reviewed on 22 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 ฿5,040 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿5,040
฿5,544 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"I would rank this as a solid 3 star hotel with basic clean rooms. But it is not a 4 star property. There was only one accessible electrical outlet and it was in the corner. The AC is either on or off so if you put it on at night it was freezing and there were no blankets on the bed ( a few in the ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,776 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,776
฿4,154 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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)
"I’ve stayed here several times Parking easy Clean, comfortable room Would prefer a proper fridge and a microwave in my room Staff always pleasant and helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿1,989 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿1,989
฿2,187 total
23 Oct - 24 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)
"Friendly team. Good value for the price."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Cairns Queens Court
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿2,207 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,207
฿2,428 total
23 Sept - 24 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 (1,001 reviews)
"The bathroom needs an upgrade."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
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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 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.

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