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Cairns Ultimate Getaway
The Cairns Ultimate Getaway 6 night package offers the ultimate in value, price, inclusions and relaxation while enjoying the best that Cairns has to offer.
3 Nights at Shangri-La
3 Nights Green Island
Barrier Reef Tour
Kuranda Train Skyrail
FROM $1013 PER PERSON
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Shangri - La Cairns
Shangri-La Cairns is situated at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex and adjacent to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
STAY 3 PAY 2
*FREE Upgrade to Bay View*
*FREE Bottle of sparkling*
From
$187
per night
* Save from $280 * 
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The Lakes Resort & Spa
CAIRNS MOST POPULAR RESORT
The Lakes Resort and Spa 4 ½ star resort located beside the magnificent Cairns Botanical Gardens offering full resort facilities and spacious apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 Bedroom Apartments
from 
$114
per night
2 Bedroom Apartments
from $129 per night
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STAYS TO 30TH JUNE
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Fitzroy Island Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort is on the fringing Great Barrier Reef  just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.
STAY 3 PAY 2
from $87 per night
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Southern Cross
Southern Cross is a modern tropical oasis set amongst the city! Only 100 metres from the largest shopping centre in the city and only a short stroll to the Esplanade
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
from $93 per night
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The Lakes Family Fun
FAMILY FUN PACKAGE
$1648 per family
(2a 2c) to 31st Mar
$1688 per family (2a 2c) after 1st April
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
7 nights accommodation
at
The Lakes Cairns Resort
Two bedroom apartment
Fully Self-Contained
Green Island day tour
Kuranda day tour
Hartley's Crocodile tour
Return Airport transfers
(Price increases to $1875 after 1st April)
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Ultimate Cairns & Port Package
Ultimate Cairns & Port Douglas
Enjoy 7 nights of absolute luxury. With warm tropical skies, gourmet dining and luxurious accommodation you will never want to leave...
PACKAGE INCLUDES
-3 NIGHTS GREEN ISLAND
-OUTER BARRIER REEF DAY TOUR
-4 NIGHTS SHERATON MIRAGE
-BREAKFAST DAILY
only $1119per person
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4 Night Tropical Treat
4 Night Tropical Treat
This package offers a quality Cairns experience at a fraction of the normal price.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
4 Nights Ocean View Room
Reef experience inc. Intro dive
Hot Air Ballooning
Kuranda Train & Skyrail

from $699 per person
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Reef & Island Fun
New Fitzroy Island Package!
Fitzroy Island is fringed with pretty coral gardens in the ocean and a hiking trail up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer such as Sea Kayaking and snorkelling.
3 NIGHTS AT
FITZROY ISLAND
BARRIER REEF TOUR
RETURN TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS
from $672 per couple
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City Quays
City Quays is a inner city apartment complex in Cairns, offering stylish and modern Hotel Rooms and Apartments.
STAY 4 PAY 3
from $99 per night
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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
The Reef Hotel Casino is a boutique casino, sophisticated entertainment, innovative and diverse dining, and relaxing leisure facilities complement the hotels elegant accommodation.
STAY 3 PAY 2!
from $187 per night
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Rainforest & Island Relaxation
6 NIGHT RAINFOREST & ISLAND RELAXATION PACKAGE
Combine 3 nights Green Island Resort & 3 nights Daintree Eco Lodge. 
An unforgetable holiday with breakfast daily, an Outer Barrier Reef trip and a 1/2 hour massage.
from $1299 /person
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Queenslander Family Fun
The 4 Night Queenslander Family Fun is a great option for Families looking to explore the Tropics without spending a small fortune. We have packaged together 4 nights accommodation and 3 days of activities which will give your family a great overall North Queensland experience.
4 NIGHTS/ 3 TOURS
FAMILY PACKAGE 
from $1075
SAVE $415
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Breakfree Royal Harbour
Royal Harbour studio apartments all have a huge Spa bath and offer superb views over the Cairns Esplanade and Inlet.
STAY 3 PAY 2
from $127 per night
(blockout dates apply)
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Piermonde Apartments
Piermonde Inner City luxury apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
from $196 per night
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Waters Edge
Waters Edge is a stunning property located right on the Cairns Esplanade directly opposite Muddys Playground, and just a short walk to the marina, lagoon pool and restaurants.
STAY 5 PAY 4
from $216 per night
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Discovery Cairns - Cairns

Discovery Cairns

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Conveniently located budget hotel rooms
  • Excellent value
  • Central location
Popularity 
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Value 
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Based on 159 ratings


Friday, August 05, 2011

I think I stayed in a Superior Room - anyway it was at the back - this is very important because the area is a delight and quiet. The Vietmanese Restaurant food was terrific but expensive. Their staff were wonderful. Sue Deane

Posted By Susan Deane


Monday, November 01, 2010

We would have no problems in staying here again in the future.

Posted By David Bartholomew


Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Clean and comfortable, everything I needed as the centre for my daily touring. Good location, would stay there again.

Posted By Maureen Berry


Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Awesome time heaps to do ! Ten days went in a flash wish i could live in north Queensland. Not every day you get to hug a one thousand year old cycad in the Daintree ! Thankyou

Posted By Danny Peet


Tuesday, January 05, 2010

Good value for money. Beds/towels/toilet/fridge/closet were clean, customer services were good, the receptionists were helpful. Busy on-premise parking, but easy all day off-street parking available.
However, there were couple of days without cleaning services due to public holidays; and the air-condition was not cool enough, and got turned off during the day by the cleaner.

Posted By Eddie Chiang


Wednesday, December 09, 2009

was nice and clean and roomy

Posted By Natasha Fenn


Thursday, December 03, 2009

I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Discovery Cairns. The rooms were were catered for and the staff were helpful at all times.

Posted By Kristen Yeung


Thursday, November 19, 2009

we were very pleased with the whole situation,all the staff were excellent and very courteous,once again extremely happy.THANK YOU

Posted By Jo & Teresa


Friday, November 13, 2009

its was great nice a quiet and relaxing close to everything kids also enjoyed it there and the staff were fantastic expecially the chef that gave the kids ice cream he was a big fan of theres after that but thank you for making our short 2 day there fantastic and will be back there for sure but to stay longer

Posted By Nicole Sullivan


Saturday, November 07, 2009

The motel was well located and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Many thanks.

Posted By Joan Read


Thursday, October 29, 2009

The room was clean and well maintained.
The food in the restaurant was great! Although the waiter mixed up my order and i had to send it back to be re-done ... the end result was delicious. Thanks. :)

Posted By Pip Coleman


Monday, October 05, 2009

The discovery resort was nice and clean, great location and really friendly service

Posted By Rachelle Balez


Saturday, September 26, 2009

no water pressure in unit needs something done there otherwise clean and tidy

Posted By Pauline Storch


Thursday, August 06, 2009

Kind of budget accomodation. Clean room and helpful staff. 15 mins walk from the city and wharf.

Posted By Kevin


Thursday, August 06, 2009

It was very lovely. I would stay at that same hotel again. The service was great and the rate was good. Thank you very much for looking after me.

Posted By Joanne Juszczak


Wednesday, August 05, 2009

It is everything you need in a hotel, the staff are very friendly. I would definately stay there again. It is ideal for just a place to sleep when you have a busy itinerary.

Posted By Liz Kirkovski


Sunday, August 02, 2009

We enjoyed the time in the resort. The room is tidy and the location is not far from the city centre

Posted By Vani


Saturday, July 25, 2009

laundry facilities should be open later hours as there is not much time to do laundry after getting back from long trips!
we were also not very pleased with the pizza and pasta buffet, as the quality and taste of food seemed to be not very high!
breakfast on the other hand was good!

Posted By Sophie Schmid


Tuesday, June 30, 2009

i was most impressed with how clean the room was, especially the bathroom. We only ate once at the restaurant but the food was wonderful and the presentation first class. I would certainly stay here again.

Posted By Marianne Redman


Friday, June 19, 2009

Hotel situated at centre of Cairns City which is convenient. Clean & tidy rooms. Staff is friendly & helpful. However, I felt disappointed for no discount offering to us on balloning tours arranged by them as other travellers have discount on it.

Posted By LUI YIN PING


Wednesday, April 29, 2009

This proved to be an excellent base for us during our stay. The staff were extremely helpful and considerate, providing information on trips and excursions, making bookings for us etc. We would certainly stay there again.

Posted By Anthony Ford


Wednesday, April 01, 2009

The location is excellent, being within walking distance of the main entertainment area. The resort was very clean and the staff very friendly. We would definitely stay there again.

Posted By Margaret Adamson


Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Very cozy, neat and tidy. Great location.

Posted By Francisca de Kock


Thursday, January 15, 2009

The wife and I have talked and are in agreement that we would stay again.
The only reason for the good ratings was the fire they had recently had, which reduced the kitchens capabilities. This is totally understandable. We really enjoyed the resort and the people were fantastic!!

Posted By Ian MacGregor


Tuesday, October 07, 2008

I felt we had good value for money and all the staff were very welcoming and helpful to us. We enjoyed our stay and would be happy to go there again if we were up that way.

Posted By Helen Meppem


Tuesday, October 07, 2008

Yes Kevin and myself had a good stay it was very quite and the rooms were very good

Posted By Allan John Cox


Saturday, September 20, 2008

a very pleasant stay.Would stay again.

Posted By Rob McDonald


Friday, September 12, 2008

Really happy with them.

Posted By Geoff Loomes


Saturday, July 26, 2008

We were very happy with the accommodation and service offered. Thankyou

Posted By Ian Haberfield


Thursday, July 17, 2008

We had a wonderful stay. The close proximity to city and very affordable room rates during peak season will ensure we will book with Travstar in the future. Thanks for a great holiday.

Posted By Carly Cochrane


Friday, May 30, 2008

Everyone there helped to make our holiday stress free and wonderful! Very friendly and helpful.

Posted By Karen Bampfield


Monday, April 28, 2008

very clean and well maintained.

Posted By Ana De Vittor


Saturday, March 15, 2008

Martin and Wendy were great help in planning new activities when we were rained out. Facility itself was like a slightly nicer hostel.

Posted By Heather Reese


Thursday, February 28, 2008

Real good value for money

Posted By Rodrigo Pizarro


Thursday, February 07, 2008

Very convenient location.

Posted By Paul White


Saturday, January 19, 2008

Everyone was wonderful at the resort- Thanks to Jo at travstar your help was first class. I will call Travstar again when we return to Cairns - hopefully soon
T & D Brockman

Posted By Dave and Terri Brockman


Thursday, January 17, 2008

The people who work in the Descovery Resort were awesome. So helpful & friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable and was cleaned for us every day. Sensational.

Posted By Anastasia Stavrou


Saturday, January 12, 2008

We really enjoyed our stay with Discovery, staff were very helpful and aircon in the room was fantastic, would definately recommend staying with Discovery Resort.

Posted By Paul West


Thursday, January 10, 2008

very quiet good and clean.

Posted By Roger Burrows


Friday, November 30, 2007

We were delighted with the service we received, and the overall cleaniness of the resort.

Posted By Victor Young


Wednesday, November 07, 2007

Excellent service always helpful staff and room was clean and tidy.Tourist information was provided always by friendly staff members. Yes would stay there again

Posted By Jonnine Duff


Tuesday, October 30, 2007

The family room beside the pool is fabulous and a great way to cool off in the Cairns heat!

Posted By Guest


Thursday, October 25, 2007

Clean, reasonably priced and very handy to everything.

Posted By Robyn Cavuoto


Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Clean tidy room which is what we wanted.
Very helpful staff.

Posted By Sarah Tovell


Friday, October 19, 2007

The room was very clean and the people very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Posted By Paul Winters


Friday, October 19, 2007

The staff were polite, helpful and friendly at all times and never intrusive. The room was spotless on my arrival and was kept that way throughout my stay, very comfortable. highly recommended.

Posted By Paul Cooper
 

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3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
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Cape Trib Safari includes Rainforest Habitat Sanctuary, Daintree River Cruise and lunch.

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Sea Change Apartments

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Cairns Getaway Package

Cairns Getaway Package!

-4 nights The Hotel Cairns
-Green Island Day trip
-Snorkel gear or Glass bottom boat 
-Kuranda Train/Skyrail - hotel transfers
-$10 Breakfast Vouchers daily per person
-Complimentary Smart Car! 
Only $399 per person
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2 Day Package - Option 5

2 Day Reef, Kuranda Train & Skyrail Combo
- Osprey V Reef Cruise
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
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Rum Runner Cairns

Rum Runner is a great value 2 Day / 1 Night liveaboard trip that carries a maximum of 16 passengers including all meals.

- Certified Divers -
- Up to 6 guided dives inc. night dive
- Snorkellers -
- One FREE Intro Dive 

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Tropical Reef & Rainforest

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5 night Reef & Rainforest package

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-Studio Room
-Continental Breakfast daily
- FREE airport shuttle (7am-7pm)
-FREE 5 hours wireless internet
-FREE drink when dining
-Outer Barrier Reef
-Coral Viewing Tour
-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
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-Rainforest Habitat
-Daintree River Cruise
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person
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The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns Located one block from the famous Esplanade.

STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
to explore the region
$10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER
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Sunset Cruise

Sunset Cruise & Dinner package  Enjoy a Sunset Cruise on 'MV Crocodile Explorer' followed by a 3 course meal at Dundee's on the Waterfront.

Includes:
- 1.5 hour Sunset Cruise on Trinity Inlet
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