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 Rp2.677.218 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
Rp2.677.218
Rp2.944.940 total
16 Sept - 17 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! (1,089 reviews)
"Nice hotel, not the best location, especially having to walk past the hospital at night. Would have been nice to have the bar open after 10pm in the evening. Staff were attentive to maintenance issues raised and were keen to offer compensation in the form of free services."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

3 out of 5
223-227 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is Rp1.982.216 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.982.216
Rp2.180.438 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are located ...
5.4/10 (54 reviews)
"DO NOT STAY HERE!!! It is a disgusting, old, run-down hotel that looks nothing like the pictures! The first thing I noticed was the black mould on the back of the front door when I walked in! There was no blanket on the bed, luckily there was a thin blanket that I found in the wardrobe which didn't ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.639.840 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp2.639.840
Rp2.903.824 total
19 Sept - 20 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)
"Friendly staff but like so many hotels in Cairns it is old and worn."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp2.930.741 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.930.741
Rp3.223.815 total
13 Sept - 14 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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall the stay was good. We had a few issues, that were promptly addressed by staff when brought to their attention. The hotel is old and a bit run down - but it was in a great location and was exactly what we needed. The pool was too cold to use at the time of year we were there and quiet deep ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is Rp1.356.153 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.356.153
Rp1.491.768 total
23 Aug - 24 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 Marlin Marina are located nearby.
6.2/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Positives: Very lovely and helpful staff Rooms are basic and generally clean Close to Cairns First come first serve parking is available Air condition in rooms works very well Negatives: There was black mold everywhere in the shower grout and in the ceiling of the showers. It is a basic accommodation ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 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 Rp1.234.243 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.234.243
Rp1.357.667 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Wish the rooms were made up even for less then 6 days, but other wise pretty alright."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Cairns Queens Court
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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.

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.



Cairns North Travel Guide