Dazzling blue skies, long white beaches, coral reefs, vibrant green vegetation, and warm perfumed air are the common ingredients of a holiday in Cairns and the surrounding Tropical North region. With accommodation styles ranging from international hotels, rainforest retreats and self-contained family apartments, Tropical North Queensland has accommodation to suit every lifestyle.
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Tropical North Queensland is a vast region stretching from reefs and islands, through to beach and coastal wetlands to mountains, tablelands and Gulf Savannah grassland. The major centre is Cairns, a tropical town with irresistible markets and shopping arcades.
Cairns City - Cairns is an ideal base for exploring and enjoying the rich, varied pleasures of this region. There is a variety of Cairns city accommodation, including apartments, hotels and resorts. The Cairns International Airport, a short ride from the Cairns city centre, acts as a gateway to the Cairns region and a primary access point to the Great Barrier Reef.
The Cairns Esplanade is a major focal point of the city, and invites you to stroll, fly a kite, relax on the grass under a shady tree, or share a barbecue or picnic with friends. The large sandy swimming lagoon is open for free public use between 6am and 10pm daily.
While Cairns does not have a swimming beach, there are beaches north of the city and each day, over 600 sea, air and land tours depart from Cairns.
Much of the holiday accommodation in Cairns is close to shops, restaurants, theatres, galleries, nightclubs, the glass-domed Casino and the Cairns Convention Centre. Cairns city shops and duty free stores are well stocked with souvenirs and luxury goods from top Australian and overseas designers. Two large leisure retail centres, one at the Pier and another at Cairns Central, have a great deal to offer visiting shoppers.
North of Cairns are the beaches such as Palm Cove, Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach where palm trees hang lazily over the sandy beaches. Further north is the resort town of Port Douglas and continuing on you find the spectacular Mossman Gorge, World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. North of Cape Tribulation is Cooktown – and traversing further north along the rugged coastline with it’s sparsely populated wilderness is the most northern tip of Australia - Cape York.

West of Cairns is the beautiful Atherton Tablelands and travelling further west you come to the Gulf Savannah with its rich history of gold rushes, bushrangers and wandering Aboriginal tribes.
South of Cairns is the Cassowary Coast including Mission Beach and then Townsville, and to the east off Cairns are the magnificent Green, Lizard and Fitzroy Islands.
Visitors can choose to stay in a converted railway carriage at the Undara Lava Tubes, or take a three to seven night cruise around the reef on board a luxury vessel. Tropical North Queensland also offers its visitors a great choice of island accommodation.
So come on in and browse through our extensive listing of Cairns holiday accommodation and tour options for your stay in this delightful region.
Selected text & images courtesy of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Tourism Queensland.
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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino Cairns
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Cairns City
The Pullman Reef Hotel Casino is Cairns’ most luxurious
hotel. All 128 rooms have a spa bath and private balcony. While
staying at the hotel why not relax around the pool, enjoy the
health club by having a massage or partake in a game of blackjack
in our casino.
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Breakfree Royal Harbour Resort
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Cairns City
Experience the luxury of the fully equipped self-contained boutique
style apartments which offer designer interior, rejuvenating spa
baths and a private balcony with fabulous views across Trinity Bay.
Located in the heart of Cairns on the city’s waterfront, with
some of Cairns’ finest restaurants and shops at the doorstep,
Royal Harbour Resort offers guests the best of both worlds.
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Shangri-La Hotel, the Marina
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Cairns City
Absolute water frontage with views of Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay
and surrounding rainforest hillsides. Located adjacent to Marlin
Marina; the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and just above the
Pier Marketplace with over 100 specialty shops and restaurants.
Lobby features stunning rainforest and waterfall. Spacious 5 star
hotel rooms feature large balcony overlooking waterfront,
rainforest gardens or poolside.
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Pacific International Hotel
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Cairns City
Pacific International Hotel, a gateway to the Great
Barrier Reef, boasts a stunning Cairns Esplanade location, personalised
service and award winning hospitality.
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Holiday Inn Cairns
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Cairns City
Holiday Inn Cairns is ideally located on the Esplanade only a five
minute walk from the shopping, entertainment and business centre of
Cairns. With magnificent views overlooking the Coral Sea and
rainforest clad mountains, the hotel features a unique rainforest
atrium. Other features include a swimming pool, spa, fitness
centre, bottle shop, versatile conference facilities, free
undercover parking and Fronds Restaurant.
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Inn Cairns
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Cairns City
Inn Cairns have 38 one bedroom fully self contained and air
conditioned apartments. Furnished in style with private balconies,
the apartments feature an internal atrium and landscaped pool area
on the first level with barbecue and gazebo. Located in the heart
of Cairns – they are within a 500 metre walk to the Casino,
Shopping Centres, Convention Centre and the Pier Market Place.
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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Cairns City
Located on the Esplanade, just a short stroll to the city, the
resort offers stunning views of the bay and surrounding mountains.
In addition to our 242 hotel room accommodation, we also boast semi
and fully self-contained apartments. Other features include a
health and fitness centre, two tennis courts and three swimming
pools.
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Mantra Esplanade, Cairns
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Cairns City
This property has luxury apartments and hotel rooms in the heart of
the city’s tourism district. The one and two bedroom
apartments and hotel rooms offer elegant accommodation. The
hotel’s grounds include lush gardens, and a large, tropical
swimming pool and spa. Located only 8 km from Cairns International
Airport.
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Cairns Queens Court
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Cairns City
Centrally located only 5 minutes walk to Cairns city centre and all
tourist facilities. With three different room styles, fully air
conditioned, rates are inclusive of continental breakfast.
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Cairns Plaza Hotel
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Cairns City
Located right on the Esplanade in Cairns and only minutes walk to
the City centre. Cairns Plaza Hotel boasts magnificent views across
Trinity Bay, surrounding mountain ranges and beyond. Cairns Plaza
Hotel offers three styles of accommodation, with restaurant, bar
and room service facilities.
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