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.
We offer friendly service and personal assistance to book your holiday accommodation in the Cairns region. Explore our easy to use online guide to accommodation, tours and car rentals in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
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. You can book your holiday on-line with us or if you’re not totally sure about what you’re looking for, send us a chatty little e-mail and one of our friendly Travel Consultants will be pleased to assist.
Selected text & images courtesy of Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Tourism Queensland.
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Wentworth Trinity Links
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White Rock
Trinity Links Resort and Apartments offers the best of modern,
tropical living in a landscaped, secure environment. Fully
self-contained apartments are spacious, well appointed, and will
suit couples wanting plenty of space, or families requiring room
for all.
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Mercure Hotel Harbourside Cairns
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Cairns City
Located on the award winning Cairns Esplanade, the Mercure Hotel
Harbourside Cairns is a comfortable 4 star hotel located close to
both the airport and vibrant city centre. The hotel features
spacious rooms, modern facilities and stunning views over beautiful
Trinity bay or surrounding tropical mountains.
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All Seasons Sunshine Tower Cairns
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Cairns City
All Seasons Sunshine Tower is conveniently located a few minutes
walk from the city centres many cafes, restaurants and nightclubs.
The hotel features two swimming pools, a heated spa, restaurant and
bar.
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201 Lake Street Cairns
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Cairns City
Located in the CBD of Cairns, the heart of Far North Queensland,
this dream destination is situated just off the Esplanade at 201
Lake Street. Beautifully landscaped with palms and tropical plants,
this six story air-conditioned building contains contemporary 1 and
2 bedroom dual-keyed apartments that strike a perfect balance
between comfort and style, sanctuary and social focal point.
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Rydges Plaza Cairns
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Cairns City
Centrally located in the heart of Cairns. Rydges Plaza Cairns is
close to the Cairns Convention Centre, Reef Casino, Great Barrier
Reef departure terminals, Esplanade Lagoon, Foreshore Promenade and
Cairns Central shopping complex. Enticing rooms, spacious suites,
stylish facilities and enthusiastic committed staff make your stay
at Rydges Plaza Cairns truly memorable.
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Oaks Piermonde
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Cairns City
In the heart of Cairns City opposite the new Cityport development,
Oaks Piermonde consists of new two and three bedroom, fully
self-contained apartments. Contemporary and spacious, this 4 1/2
star apartment hotel is acclaimed for its unique features,
including a beautiful pool and spa located on the mezzanine level.
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Oaks City Quays
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Cairns City
Located in the new cityport precinct, Oaks City Quays consists of
brand new one and two bedroom fully self contained apartments and
hotel rooms. Swim in the beautiful roof top pool or book a tour to
the magni?cant reef or rainforests. With the Cairns Convention
Centre, casino and marina just one block away, City Quays is close
to everything that makes Cairns a great destination.
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The Hotel Cairns
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Cairns City
The Hotel Cairns with its impeccably private and tropical ambience
is superbly situated in the heart of Cairns, one block from the
famous Esplanade. Architecturally designed, the façade is
one of the most beautiful examples of Queenslander heritage, and is
a popular talking point among many of the hotel's visitors and
guests.
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Bay Village Tropical Retreat
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Cairns City
Nestled amongst an acre of lush tropical gardens in the very heart
of Cairns, guests will enjoy the superb location and comfort of
this family owned boutique hotel. Bay Village Tropical Retreat is
situated right in the heart of Cairns. Just one block (3 minutes
walk) from the popular Cairns Esplanade Waterfront and only 900
metres (15 minutes walk) from the City centre.
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Rydges Tradewinds Cairns
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Cairns City
Rydges Tradewinds Cairns is conveniently located to the new
Esplanade lagoon and city centre, restaurants, shopping and Casino.
It is a leisurely 10 minute walk or 3 minutes by taxi ride away
from the Hotel into the city centre and is situated approximately
five minutes walk from the departure points for the Great Barrier
Reef tours.
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