The 30 Best Hotels in Cairns and Northern Beaches

Ranked 1 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 1 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Nice place to relax between tours in Cairns region”
• “This residence is like a home with friendly staff and a very...”
• “Beautiful hostel with so many facilities”
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Ranked 2 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 2 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “lovely property clean and tidy”
• “Another Great Visit..Will Be Back”
• “Very central location ... short walk to esplanade and the numerous restaurants and bars”
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Ranked 3 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 8 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Rest, relax, restore with a beautiful view”
• “Needed a relaxed holiday and that’s exactly what we got.”
• “Luxuary accomodation in a beautiful location with amazing staff”
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Ranked 4 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 3 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Excellent stay would stay again if I visit cairns in the future”
• “Great hotel”
• “Very comfortable enjoyable relaxing experience”
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Ranked 5 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 4 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Was our first night away and exceeded our expectations! Great start to our holiday!”
• “Coffee cleanliness staff”
• “Coffee and complimentary water and cookies 24/7 ”
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Ranked 6 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 5 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Its was ok”
• “Like family home”
• “Slightly Dissapointed.”
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Ranked 7 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 6 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “We had a really good stay at the hotel. It was really clean and with a good location. Peter was really nice and respond”
• “A great place for a single traveller. Clean, quiet and convenient for the shops and restaurants.”
• “Amazing!! Loved how clean and elegant it is”
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Ranked 8 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 15 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Can’t wait to return”
• “Eveythinks the park has been renovated at a high level”
• “Newly furnished and very clean cabin right on the beach and...”
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Ranked 9 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 16 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “I had a very enjoyable & relaxing stay.”
• “Enjoyed our stay, it was very relaxing.”
• “The location was perfect.”
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Ranked 10 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 17 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “As mentioned twice above it was perfect.”
• “Older couples adventure.”
• “Not very relaxing during the day due to construction noise.”
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Ranked 11 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 19 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Really like the place, will stay again.”
• “2 bedroom Unit is large and extremely well stocked in...”
• “Inconvenient location of the hotel.”
• See more reviews of The Villas Palm Cove

Ranked 12 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 7 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Worth every $. Highly recommended”
• “Pathetic service. Never ever going to stay or recommend.”
• “The location is very close to the city centre and airport.”
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Ranked 13 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 8 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “location!”
• “It's a good hotel but don't expect a 5-star luxury experience. At best it's an average 4-star hotel”
• “Most enjoyable. We will be back again”
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Ranked 14 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 9 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Tim (manager) was a spot on bloke and made for a great stay”
• “Great stay!”
• “A wonderful stay with amazing staff and management!”
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Ranked 15 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 21 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Very relaxing stay”
• “Location Unit NyNus”
• “Sea views ”
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Ranked 16 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 10 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Close to main road”
• “The beds are very comfortable.”
• “Very comfortable excellent”
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Ranked 17 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 11 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Thank you definitely will see you again”
• “A comfortable stay in the city of Cairns.”
• “Love the location and beautiful”
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Ranked 18 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 12 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “A nice stay in Cairns”
• “Great location near the esplanade”
• “Good location”
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Ranked 19 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 35 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Our honeymoon ♥️”
• “Great value , we will be back”
• “Very relaxing”
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Ranked 20 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 13 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Very enjoyable tropical stay.”
• “Enjoyed our stay. Very convenient location”
• “Wonderful”
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Ranked 21 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 14 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “The room had no windows which was a first .”
• “We had an enjoyable stay and would certainly return. Value for money in central location.”
• “The room was amazing the beds so comfortable and the...”
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Ranked 22 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 15 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Good place to stay”
• “Great location, great price, wonderful host.”
• “Nice place overall nice staff in Tavern.”
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Ranked 23 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 16 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Clean, comfortable and well located accommodation.”
• “Great Holiday”
• “Very good location to discover Cairns and all its excursions proposed”
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Ranked 24 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 17 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “The location was excellent, and the view and balcony on the...”
• “Good Location but mediocre Hotel”
• “Good location, close to marina and restaurants, in house...”
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Ranked 25 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 18 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “The secure and lush tropical surrounds”
• “Well equipt cabin - perfect for large group or family.”
• “Good camping.”
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Ranked 26 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 45 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Great time with friends”
• “Rooms had everything and pool area is amazing”
• “The pool and location.”
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Ranked 27 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 19 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Definitely would be back again”
• “An overall good experience”
• “Should have stayed longer”
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Ranked 28 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 20 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Fantastic family friendly resort”
• “Enjoyable, relaxing.”
• “Helpful staff ”
• See more reviews of Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Ranked 29 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 21 of 73 for hotels in Cairns.

• “Room has enough space.”
• “Good location, free parking, friendly staff.”
• “convenient to CPAC”
• See more reviews of Heritage Cairns Hotel

Ranked 30 out of 87 in the region, as well as being 51 of 135 for hotels in Palm Cove.

• “Nice big pool which can accommodate many at once without...”
• “Amazing”
• “Loved it, will definitely book agsin.”
• See more reviews of Coral Coast Resort Accor Vacation Club Apartments