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A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.2 mi from Stratford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,123 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
$104 nightly
The price is $116
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.4 mi from Stratford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,030 reviews)
"The location was perfect—right on the marina and close to all the activities around the reef and shopping plus parks and restaurants. The staff were amongst some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve had on our travels!"
United States
Jonah
$151 nightly
The price is $166
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

3. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.5 mi from Stratford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
$124 nightly
The price is $137
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Cairns
A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

4. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.1 mi from Stratford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
$136 nightly
The price is $149
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Bailey
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and ocean, a white sofa, and a dining table.

5. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.9 mi from Stratford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Overall great place to stay"
Australia
Aaron
$156 nightly
The price is $172
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Riley
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

6. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.1 mi from Stratford
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
$149 nightly
The price is $164
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Flynn
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

7. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.4 mi from Stratford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
$106 nightly
The price is $118
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4 mi from Stratford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place, location, and fantastic breakfast buffet!"
United States
James
$97 nightly
The price is $107
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

9. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 2.6 mi from Stratford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Pool

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4 mi from Stratford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

11. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.6 mi from Stratford
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms on the 12th floor were amazing and actually updated really well. We had a modern TV, big bed, it was quiet and the view was amazing. The staff was really helpful. Unfortunately, the pool was closed during our stay. Restaurant staff very helpful, we had a nice dinner."
Netherlands
Martijn
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

12. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.5 mi from Stratford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and views. The staff are very helpful."
Australia
Catherine
$105 nightly
The price is $115
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Pullman Cairns International
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

13. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.9 mi from Stratford
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"
Australia
Gerard
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

14. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.3 mi from Stratford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Terrific stay. Excellent location - close to restaurants & shops. Will love to stay there again."
Australia
Bronwyn
$154 nightly
The price is $154
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Esplanade
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

15. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.8 mi from Stratford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
$145 nightly
The price is $161
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

16. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.4 mi from Stratford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
$102 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

17. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.1 mi from Stratford
6.0 out of 10, (112 reviews)
"Great view, lovely staff, all in all a wonderful stay."
Australia
Michael
$92 nightly
The price is $101
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
The Oceanfront Cairns
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

18. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.5 mi from Stratford
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
$172 nightly
The price is $189
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 2.8 mi from Stratford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy parking, handy to airport."
Australia
Mary
$103 nightly
The price is $114
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

20. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.2 mi from Stratford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (429 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
$127 nightly
The price is $140
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Oaks Cairns Hotel
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Compare top hotels in Stratford

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.2 mi from Stratford
View
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.4 mi from Stratford
View
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

Hilton Cairns

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.5 mi from Stratford
View
A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

Crystalbrook Bailey

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.1 mi from Stratford
View
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and ocean, a white sofa, and a dining table.

Crystalbrook Riley

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.9 mi from Stratford
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8.8
Excellent
1,123 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,030 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
$104 nightly
The price is $116
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
$151 nightly
The price is $166
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
$124 nightly
The price is $137
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
$136 nightly
The price is $149
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
$156 nightly
The price is $172
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
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Where to stay in Stratford

Find the best Stratford areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Stratford
Learn more about Stratford
A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

Cairns Central Business District

Come to an exciting downtown area with much to explore, from waterfront parkland to an indoor rainforest with high-ropes courses.

A beach with palm trees, a wooden walkway, and a signboard.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and a mountain in the distance.

Clifton Beach

For a pleasant beach vacation without a crush of tourists, this Queensland town serves nicely, with sun, sand and the right amount of surf.

Top Stratford Hotel Reviews

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

8/10 Good
"Helpful and friendly staff, room was fine, beach towels came with the room and were able to be swapped, as were bath towels. Lack of plug sockets in useful places however. Had to charge phone in wardrobe. All in all, very good stay."
James 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Mantra Esplanade

Frequently asked questions

What other neighbourhoods are similar to Stratford?
While Stratford offers a unique blend of convenience and natural beauty, other neighborhoods in Cairns that share some of its desirable characteristics include Freshwater and Kamerunga.

Freshwater, located just south of Stratford, offers a similar residential feel with a focus on natural surroundings. It's known for its historic Freshwater Connection railway station, part of the Kuranda Scenic Railway, and its access to walking trails. This neighborhood is a great fit for families who appreciate a quiet environment with good local amenities and easy access to outdoor activities.

Kamerunga, situated to the west of Stratford, also provides a quiet, leafy residential experience. It's characterized by larger properties and a more spacious feel, often with views of the surrounding mountains.
When is the best time to go to Stratford?
The best time to visit Stratford, Queensland, Australia, is during the dry season, which runs from May to October. This period offers the most pleasant weather for exploring the region.

During the dry season, you can expect cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and minimal rainfall. This makes it ideal for outdoor activities like exploring the nearby Daintree Rainforest, snorkeling or diving in the Great Barrier Reef, and enjoying the local parks and walking trails. Travelers seeking comfortable conditions for sightseeing and adventure will find this time perfect.

For those planning to visit during the wet season, from November to April, be prepared for higher temperatures, increased humidity, and more frequent rainfall, often in the form of tropical downpours. While the rainforest is at its most lush and waterfalls are spectacular during this time, some outdoor activities might be affected by the weather.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Stratford.
How much is the nightly rate at a Stratford hotel?
Prices for hotels in Stratford often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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