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Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Fantastic Stay"
Australia
James
$204 nightly
The price is $204
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49)
"Our stay was great, as were all the staff (Steph in particular). Would definitely stay again!"
United States
David
$113 nightly
The price is $126
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Floriana Boutique Hotel

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964)
"Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff"
Australia
Lauren
$137 nightly
The price is $151
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Bailey

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
Brinsmead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (33)
"Great location. Nice and quiet well away from the nice in the city."
Australia
Luke
$86 nightly
The price is $96
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (704)
"Very convenient, quiet. Excellent staff and service. Top draw. Will be back. "
Australia
Justin Leaman Edward
$400 nightly
The price is $440
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Reef House Adults Retreat

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
2.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27)
"Great accommodation in close proximity to Palm Beach esplanade."
Australia
Janine
$98 nightly
The price is $98
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach

Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach
3.0 star property
Kewarra Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Beautiful accommodation,spotlessly"
United Kingdom
KARL
$177 nightly
The price is $194
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach

Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort

Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort
4.0 star property
White Rock
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20)
"Amazing place"
Australia
Joshua
$158 nightly
The price is $174
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
United States
James
$95 nightly
The price is $104
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
2.5 star property
Manoora
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Staff were very courteous and helpful. Rooms were clean and the facility is in a good location."
Australia
Tokile
$48 nightly
The price is $48
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"This was a nice place and secure place"
Australia
Damian
$164 nightly
The price is $181
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Reef Gateway Apartments

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
Earlville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (95)
"Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again."
Australia
DAVID
$88 nightly
The price is $96
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Good value for money and great location - would stay there again! "
Germany
Ellen
$124 nightly
The price is $137
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Crystalbrook Flynn

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (187)
"Comfortable room, clean everything needed for a quick business trip"
Australia
Heidi
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Nomad Cairns

Mercure Cairns

Mercure Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (89)
"Great hotel, with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Good location and very nice rooms with loads of space and great bathrooms with fantastic showers!"
United Kingdom
Leigh
$101 nightly
The price is $111
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Mercure Cairns

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3.0 star property
Ellis Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (87)
"Beautiful location, loved hearing the beach from our cabin! "
Canada
Tiffany
$129 nightly
The price is $142
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (618)
"The room was clean, cool and quiet and the bed was comfortable. I would happily stay there again."
Australia
Annette
$91 nightly
The price is $101
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Alivio Hotel Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location and a great hotel "
United States
Gustavo
$132 nightly
The price is $145
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"This was a great location and walkable to the harbor, night market and train station. Communication with the owner was great!"
United States
Sara
$107 nightly
The price is $117
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (436)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
$127 nightly
The price is $141
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Portsmith?
The best area to stay in Portsmith is the city center, particularly around the Esplanade and the Cairns CBD, which offers convenient access to key attractions and services.

This area is the primary hub for visitors, characterized by its waterfront promenade, the Esplanade, and its grid-like street layout within the Cairns CBD. Here, you'll find a concentration of dining options, shopping, and tour operators. The Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is a prominent landmark, offering a large, man-made swimming facility right by the ocean.

For couples, staying near the Esplanade is ideal. You'll be within walking distance of many excellent restaurants, bars, and the scenic waterfront, great for evening strolls. Many hotels in this area offer views of the Coral Sea or the lush mountains.

Solo travelers will also find the Cairns CBD appealing due to its central location and easy access to public transport and tour departures for the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.
When is the best time to go to Portsmith?
The best time to visit Portsmith, Queensland, Australia is during its dry season, which runs from May to October.

During these months, the weather is consistently sunny with lower humidity and pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 20 to 28 degrees Celsius. This period is ideal for exploring the region's natural attractions, such as the nearby Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, as conditions are excellent for outdoor activities like snorkeling, diving, and hiking.

Travelers looking for comfortable weather and optimal conditions for outdoor adventures will find this period particularly appealing.
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