Northern Australia Kid friendly Vacations 2026

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Top Kid friendly vacation packages in Northern Australia

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$364

per person

Oct 28 - Oct 31

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Great location and the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Loved the deck overlooking the Esplanade and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Blue Lagoon Resort

Trinity Beach

$383

per person

Oct 28 - Oct 31

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The resort just has a beautiful feel to it; surrounded by lush garden, and on the lagoon. Despite being so big, it is very well configured to feel very private and quiet.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Whitsunday Apartments

$1,137

per person

Oct 29 - Nov 5

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Hamilton Island (HTI)

9/10 Wonderful! (2,624 reviews)

Broadbeach Holiday Apartments, Store 19

Broadbeach

$665

per person

Sep 27 - Sep 30

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

The room was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. The location is great and we were able to walk to great restaurants and shops as well as public transport if needed

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Twin Waters

$1,024

per person

Oct 1 - Oct 6

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Cairns (CNS) to Maroochydore (MCY)

7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Dated property, limited menus & hard to navigate the resort

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

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5* Kid friendly vacations in Northern Australia

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RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

Benowa

$852

per person

Sep 27 - Sep 30

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

Broadbeach

$2,597

per person

Sep 24 - Oct 1

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Hong Kong (HKG) to Gold Coast (OOL)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Surfers Paradise

$1,064

per person

Sep 27 - Sep 30

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

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3 Night Kid friendly vacations in Northern Australia

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Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$364

per person

Oct 28 - Oct 31

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Great location and the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Loved the deck overlooking the Esplanade and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Blue Lagoon Resort

Trinity Beach

$383

per person

Oct 28 - Oct 31

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The resort just has a beautiful feel to it; surrounded by lush garden, and on the lagoon. Despite being so big, it is very well configured to feel very private and quiet.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Broadbeach Holiday Apartments, Store 19

Broadbeach

$665

per person

Sep 27 - Sep 30

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

The room was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. The location is great and we were able to walk to great restaurants and shops as well as public transport if needed

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

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4 Night Kid friendly vacations in Northern Australia

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Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$437

per person

Oct 29 - Nov 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Great location and the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Loved the deck overlooking the Esplanade and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Blue Lagoon Resort

Trinity Beach

$455

per person

Oct 29 - Nov 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The resort just has a beautiful feel to it; surrounded by lush garden, and on the lagoon. Despite being so big, it is very well configured to feel very private and quiet.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

$1,338

per person

Oct 2 - Oct 6

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Sydney (SYD) to Proserpine (PPP)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Good bed and lovely staff. Restaurant was pretty good also. Aging infrastructure.

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

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How can I find the best family vacation packages in Northern Australia?

For fam-tastic vacation packages in Northern Australia, check the family-friendly filter and add child-charming amenities, like water parks and pools. Read reviews written by other broods to be sure your chosen stay packs plenty of rest and play.

How can I book family-friendly vacations in Northern Australia on a budget?

For family- and wallet-friendly trips, filter your search results by budget. You can also sort by price. When bringing the whole brigade on a budget, consider staying in low season or outside the city or. To save more coin, accommodation with a kitchen can be your friend—a bowl of pasta at home is always cheaper than feeding the team at a restaurant.

What does a family trip to Northern Australia cost?

You could book your amazing family trip to Northern Australia just $364. But with so many brilliant breaks on offer, there’s something for every wallet. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

When is the best time of year for family vacations to Northern Australia?

If you’re crowd-cautious, the quieter months of are positively perfect in Northern Australia. But it’s if you’d rather mingle with the masses. Match your wardrobe to the weather and it’s always a wonderful time to visit Northern Australia.

Can I book an all-inclusive Northern Australia family vacation package?

Check the all-inclusive filter for an all-you-could-ever-wish-for family vacay. Click more of your favorite filters for even more extravagance. Perhaps an ocean view, spa, or hot tub. Maybe a water park, epic kids club, or activities galore.

How can I plan a fun family vacation in Northern Australia?

Search for stays with kid-satisfying extras, like water parks, and teenage-friendly free Wi-Fi, so they can post about all their vacation adventures for all their buddies back home. Book up local attractions, excursions, and experiences—and they might even put their phone down for a few minutes.

How can I find Northern Australia family vacation deals?

Delightful deals often dwell outside high season, so move your travel dates around for top deals. You can also book up a little away from the major Northern Australia landmarks to save cash. Whenever you wish to travel, sort your search results by deals for the most brilliant bargains.

Can I book a Northern Australia family vacation package with free cancellation and/or flexible dates?

Free cancellation makes for a hassle-free family vacation. Filter by payment option to find fully flexible trips, including buy now, pay later options.

Why should I book my Northern Australia family trip with Expedia?

You can easily find fun for all the family with the super-handy filters. It’s easy to build your dream kid-friendly vacation in just a few clicks. And you can bundle your accommodation, airfare, and car rental in just a few more.

Top Kid friendly Northern Australia Hotels

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

2 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach QLD

45 hours drive from Arafura Sea

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...

Turtle Beach Resort

2346 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD

52 hours drive from Arafura Sea

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, kids club, kitchen

Travelers say...

"The property was very kid friendly which was perfect for us with a toddler. Lots of activities for the kids to keep them occupied all day. Some of the rooms could do with an upgrade, but each room had everything you need and was like a home away from home. Would definitely return."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD

44 hours drive from Arafura Sea

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, miniature golf, game room, on the beach

Travelers say...

"Dated property, limited menus & hard to navigate the resort"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.