Cairns Accommodation

Cairns is the capital of Far North Queensland, a modern and vibrant city. The ideal base to explore all the wonderful attractions Tropical North Queensland has to offer, the city of Cairns offers a range of luxury and affordable accommodation options, from international hotels to self contained serviced apartments, family resorts, cheap motels, B&Bs and budget backpacker hostels all at very competitive prices.

Cairns City  is a vibrant tropical city, framed by a backdrop of rainforest mountain ranges. With excellent restaurants, boutique shopping, art galleries, and a diverse cultural history, the centrepiece of the city is the Cairns Esplanade, offering walking tracks, a swimming lagoon, waterfront boardwalks, BBQ areas, a childrens water park, marina and over 100 shops and restaurants. Corporate travellers will appreciate the close proximity to the Cairns Airport.

With the Great Barrier Reef on the doorstep, the spectacular Daintree Rainforest, Cooktown and Cape York to the north, the cool Atherton Tablelands and outback to the west and a variety of attractions in between, Cairns is a tropical playground with no shortage of adventure and activities to choose from - the ideal tropical holiday destination for singles, couples, families or a groups of friends. Stroll along the waterfront Esplanade and in the Botanical Gardens. Go sea kayaking along the Cairns Northern Beaches and hot air ballooning over the lush hinterland. Visit an animal reserve and explore a butterfly sanctuary. Fly over the spectacular Barron Gorge in the Skyrail and take a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef.

The city is also well known for its evening entertainment. From gambling at the Reef Casino and browsing the night markets to enjoying live music in a bar, Cairns has it all. Famous for long days of sunshine and a warm tropical climate, the city boasts both a relaxed and lively atmosphere, with a distinct cosmopolitan feel. Cairns is an adventure-lovers paradise with numerous tours and adrenaline activities on offer.  From white water rafting to bungee jumping and skydiving, and with hundreds of tours visiting the Great Barrier Reef each year, you're sure to find one, or a couple, to try. Explore  the many natural wonders including the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Groge, Kuranda, Atherton Tablelands and the Great Barrier Reef. Sail, snorkel, cruise or dive the reef. Explore nearby islands which offer luxury resort accommodation and many island activities.

To experience white sandy beaches head to the Northern Beaches, a short drive from Cairns including Holloways Beach, Trinity Beach, Clifton and Kewarra Beaches, Palm Cove and  Port Douglas - the ultimate tropical escape. The city of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland really is a holiday maker's paradise.