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Accommodation Specials!
Nestled amongst Melaleuca trees this beachfront resort offers the facilities of an exclusive nature lodge
Absolute Beachfront!
from $280 per night
Includes Daily Breakfast
Welcome fruit Cocktail
Return Airport Transfers
Deluxe Pandanus Bungalow
Min 3 night stay
from $280 per night
Includes Daily Breakfast
Welcome fruit Cocktail
Return Airport Transfers
Deluxe Pandanus Bungalow
Min 3 night stay
Valid for stays until 4th Oct '09
All Inclusive Getaway Package
Cairns Getaway
Package!
4 Nights at The Hotel Cairns
Ocean Spirit Reef Cruise
Kuranda Train/Skyrail
$10 Breakfast Vouchers Daily
Complimentary Smart Car!
Only $417 per person
Package!
4 Nights at The Hotel Cairns
Ocean Spirit Reef Cruise
Kuranda Train/Skyrail
$10 Breakfast Vouchers Daily
Complimentary Smart Car!
Only $417 per person
Valid until: 30th Sept '09
Beachfront Package
Only $530 per person
Only $530 per person
Includes:
3 Nights Beachfront Apt
Barrier Reef Cruise
FREE Intro/Cert Dive
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Return Airport Transfers
3 Nights Beachfront Apt
Barrier Reef Cruise
FREE Intro/Cert Dive
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Return Airport Transfers
Valid until 31st March '10
Cairns Budget
Southern Cross
Studios, 1 & 2 Bed Apartments
- Lap pool, Lagoon pool & Spa
- Convenient city location
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The Southern Cross Atrium Apartments feature Studio, One and Two bedroom apartments combining the convenience and energy of a Cairns inner city location and only steps from the major shopping precinct of Cairns...more info
Discovery Resort
Cairns City Accommodation
- Excellent value
- Central location
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Discovery Resort is a great option for those on a budget who want to be centrally located in Cairns City. The complex comprises of 53 Standard, Superior and Family rooms featuring Queen or Twin bedding ...more info
Cairns Queenslander
One & Two Bedroom Apartments
- Close Cairns Esplanade
- Great for Families!
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The Cairns Queenslander is designed in colonial Queensland style architecture and provides affordable accommodation for one to six adults. Families are most welcome! Children to 14 yrs incl can stay free using existing bedding. The property is within easy walking distance to the Cairns Esplanade...more info
The Balinese
Small City Motel
- Free Internet Room
- Communal Kitchen
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The Balinese is located only a short walk from the city centre and a parallel street from the Cairns Esplanade. They offer budget motel style apartments ...more info
Gilligans Backpackers
Unique Travellers Haven
- Pool Bar & Great Music
- Down Town location
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Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort was designed with Backpackers in mind. This innovative traveller's haven offers the ultimate experience in budget accommodation and on site leisure activities in the heart of downtown Cairns....more info
Cairns Central Plaza
New Cairns City Accommodation
- Open in July 2009!
- Hotel Rooms & Apartments
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Opening in July 2009 Cairns Central Apartment Hotel is a brand new luxuriously appointed Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartment hotel. All contemporary Apartments and Studios are spacious and light filled with varying outlooks including City Scapes, Ocean and Mountain views.
...more infoGetaways on Grafton
Apartments & Townhouses
- Modern Apartments
- Outdoor Pool & Spa
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Getaways on Grafton boasts a prime location close to the City and Cairns Esplanade making it a great base for a holiday in Cairns. Enjoy a casual barbecue or relax beside the pool and soak up the Far North Queensland tropical lifestyle...more info
Figtree Lodge
Small Tropical Resort
- Restaurant & Irish Bar
- Close to City Centre
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Figtree Lodge offers 3.5 star resort style holiday accommodation just minutes away from Cairns City Centre and Cairns International Airport. ...more info
Floriana Guest House
Budget Rooms & Ensuites
- Swimming Pool with Waterfall and Spa
- Pretty Esplanade location
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Situated on the esplanade with the front balcony rooms looking out to the coral sea Floriana is a popular budget guesthouse. It is 20 mins walk to town and is perfect for singles or couples looking for a stay in a charming older style Art Deco 1930's guesthouse ...more info
Bohemia Hostel Resort
Dorm, Double & Ensuite Rooms
- Free Airport pick up
- Large Pool & Spa
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The Bohemia Hostel Resort, Cairns, is the number one choice for the budget minded traveller....more info
Coral Towers
Coral Towers Apartments
- Esplanade location
- Affordable rates
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Coral Towers offers affordable Two Bedroom Apartments, just a 20 minute leisurely stroll to the main city centre and yet far enough away to enjoy the peacefullness amongst the palms on the Cairns Esplanade...more info
Tropical Queenslander
Studio rooms at affordable prices.
- Poolside Breakfast Restaurant
- Family Rates
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Tropical Queenslander offers comfortable, modern, studio & family studio rooms. All rooms feature a tropical design to capture the leisure of the tropics.
The studio rooms are situated away from the hustle and bustle of the inner city, yet close to the restaurants, shops and activities located in the heart of Cairns. ...more info
City Plaza
One & Two bedroom apartments
- Tropical large apartments
- Pool & Spa
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City Plaza is a relatively new property located a 20-minute walk from the city. This property is ideal for families and offers lovely large balconies to capture the breezes and enjoy the tropical North Queensland climate. ...more info
Coral Tree Inn
Coral Tree Inn
- Affordable accommodation
- City location
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The Coral Tree Inn is affordable resort-style holiday accommodation, ideally located in the centre of Cairns City ...more info
Villa Vaucluse
Holiday & Corporate Apartments
- 1 Bedroom Apartments
- Convenient location
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Villa Vaucluse offers 1 bedroom apartments in a convenient city location. The small complex has 18 fully self contained apartments either overlooking the pool or quiet Grafton Street. ...more info
The York
Beachfront Holiday Apartments
- Affordable Beachfront
- Self-Contained Apartments
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The York Beachfront Holiday Apartments Located just 10 minutes north of Cairns city and CBD, directly on the beachfront at Yorkey’s Knob with a beautiful sweep of white sandy beach ideal for watersports or simply relaxing with family and friends...more info
Central Plaza Best Western
1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments
- Fully Air-conditioned
- Large Pool & BBQ Area
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Central Plaza Cairns offers comfortable, modern 1&2 bedroom fully self contained apartments. Featuring air conditioning, swimming pool, spa and BBQ facilities. With just a short stroll to the city centre this property makes a good base from which to explore Cairns and all it has to offer....more info
Hides Hotel
Affordable holiday accommodation
- Centrally located in main city mall
- Heriatge listed building
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Hides Hotel is recommend for those travelling on a budget. Choose from heritage listed traditional style rooms or standard motel rooms, including a light breakfast served daily on Hides colonial verandah...more info
Whats Hot!
Opening in July 2009! Cairns Central Apartment Hotel is a brand new luxuriously appointed Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartment hotel.
BRAND NEW!
STAY 7 PAY 6!
From $109 Per Night
Beachfront Apartments all with ocean views
Thaw out those Winter Chills!
Stay 7 Pay 6!
From $240 per night
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments
FREE airport pick up & guaranteed ocean views
Valid from 1st July to 31st August '09
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For every full paying adult 1 child travels free!
KIDS GO FREE!
Save up to $108!
Applies to the Great Barrier Reef Adventure OR
Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Valid for travel:
29 June- 24th July '09
*conditions apply
3rd Certified Dive FREE!
Book 2 x Certified Dives and receive the third dive FREE!
Only $210 p/person
plus $10 environmental levy
Maximum 60 passengers
Valid until 31st March '10
Brand New! Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club located near Palm Cove
STAY 4 PAY 3!
From $109 per night
Applies to Resort Rooms
1 & 2 Bedroom Apts
Express Housekeeping
Includes Resort Vouchers of up to $100 in savings!
Book Now! until 22nd Dec '09
The Hotel Cairns
STAY 4 PAY 3
+ Free Car
+ $10 breakfast voucher
Stay at The Hotel Cairns and receive the complimentary use of a Smart Car to explore the region as you please!
From $108 per night
(based on a Plantation Room)
Valid until 30th Sept '09
Great Deal!
3 Day Reef & Rainforest
Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
Cape Trib Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Only $339 p/person
SAVE $70!
* Plus Environmental Management Levy
Valid until 31st March '10
KIDS GO FREE!
One child travels FREE!
to Moore Reef when
accompanied by one
full paying adult
Reef taxes included
Valid until the 31st July '09
*Max 2 FREE children
See the best of the Atherton Tablelands
& Waterfalls Circuit
Only $50.00
per person!
Full day guided itinerary
Best value in town!
Valid until 31st March '10
Contact our North Queensland Office for advice on your holiday in Cairns.