What's it like in Cairns North?

Cairns North is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Cairns North travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Cairns Mudflats while you're in the neighbourhood.

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 The Oceanfront Cairns and Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns .

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

Expedia has 188 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?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Cairns North with a visit to Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Cairns Mudflats. Red Arrow Walk and Tanks Arts Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cairns.

The Best Hotels in Cairns North, Cairns - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Cairns North hotels

1. Bohemia Resort Cairns

Cairns North

Ian

₹6,368 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Laura

₹12,106 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

3. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Theodore

₹11,983 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

Basic Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

4. Tropical Queenslander

Cairns North

Judith

₹9,900 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

5. Aspect Central

Cairns North

Raymond

₹7,357 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6. The Oceanfront Cairns

Cairns North

Recky

₹12,235 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

7. The Reef Motel

Cairns North

Rohan

₹8,861 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

8. Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Cairns North

Virginia

₹11,141 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. North Cove Waterfront Suites

Cairns North

Trent

₹32,664 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North

Simon

₹12,915 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

11. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns North

Peter

₹6,419 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

12. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North

Hannah

₹9,988 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

13. Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns North

Kimberly

₹13,426 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

14. Hotel Tropiq

Cairns North

Gail

₹8,966 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

15. Reef Palms Motel

Cairns North

Pagalavan

₹10,496 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

16. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns North

Rachel

₹16,579 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

17. Oasis Inn Cairns

Cairns North

Alan

₹10,176 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

18. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North

carlos

₹14,885 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

19. Spacious Retreat With Courtyard Resort Pool

Cairns North

₹66,066 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

20. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North

Giannina

₹17,496 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Cairns North

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Floriana Boutique Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Cairns Harbourside Hotel	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,100 reviews	View
Tropic Towers Apartments	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 209 reviews	View
Reef Gateway Apartments	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 19 reviews	View
Cairns Sheridan Hotel	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

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