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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Floriana Boutique Hotel	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Tropic Towers Apartments	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 196 reviews	View
Cairns Harbourside Hotel	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,039 reviews	View
Reef Gateway Apartments	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews	View
201 Lake Street Apartments	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 614 reviews	View

Where to stay in Cairns North

Find the best Cairns North areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

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Cairns Central Business District

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

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Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

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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.

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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.

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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was located a short walk from the main hub of entertainment and the marina. We were able to walk to everything but still have a quiet evening."

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The point of difference for this hotel was the hospitality and helpfulness of the staff. We left a phone in the room and received a call advising that. They kept it safe until we picked it a couple of weeks later. They secured suitcases we didn’t need during a 2 week trip to the Cape. We used the washing/ drying facilities on our return, worked well. Enjoyed breakfast at the hotel which was convenient and a good pub next door. We chose this hotel as its adjacent a bus stop we needed for a pickup for our tour. It was convenient to catch buses into town. A short uber ride to the airport. Enjoyed our stay."

Bohemia Resort Cairns

4/10 Poor

"The room was very dated and felt like a back packers hostel. But it was super clean. Clean comfy beds and perfect white towels.. but the other guests seemed edgy.. lots of loud shouting & alarms going off early in the morning. The pool was deserted and not appealing. It’s very budget. Wouldn’t stay again tbh. Oh and an ambulance was there one morning.. lots of drinking in rooms I think. Not great."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cairns North?

Cairns North is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Consider a visit to Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland as part of your Cairns North travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Cairns North?

Based on our traveller data, Cairns Harbourside Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Cairns North. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns and Cairns Sheridan Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Cairns North area?

Expedia has 181 hotels and other accommodation options in Cairns North to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cairns area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns North, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Cairns North.

What is there to do around this Cairns neighbourhood?

Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Cairns North. Red Arrow Walk and Tanks Arts Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cairns.

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The Reef Motel

Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Tropic Towers Apartments

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

Hotel Tropiq

Easy Stay Pool Esplanade Views

Reef Palms Motel

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Aspect Central

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns City Palms

Cairns Holiday Lodge

Reef Gateway Apartments

Tropical Queenslander

Oasis Inn Cairns

Cairns Queens Court

Lakeside Luxe Retreat - Pool View BBQ Spa Bath

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Where to stay in Cairns North

Palm Cove

Cairns Central Business District

Trinity Beach

Yorkeys Knob

Clifton Beach

Top Cairns North Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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