Cairns Resorts
- Cairns Colonial Club Resort
+ More Info | Check Availability > - Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
+ More Info | Check Availability > - Palm Royale Cairns
+ More Info | Check Availability > - Rydges Esplanade Resort
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+ More Info | Check Availability > - The Lakes Cairns Resort and Spa
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It just wouldn't be a tropical holiday if there weren't resorts! The ultimate in holidaying... many people coming to Cairns wish for nothing more than to laze in the warm sun on a sunbed and soak up the tanning rays while a smiling and friendly resort staff member drops off a cocktail next to you.
Cairns resorts take the idea further by also providing swim up bars in their pools serving food and drinks, some having a full beach at the waters edge of their pools. Lagoon style and large seem to be in fashion in the resorts of Cairns currently, and no matter which Cairns resort you choose to base your holiday, you can be assured of a spectacular swimming pool. Waterfalls and elaborate water features as well as spas (heated or otherwise) are also not uncommon at Cairns resorts.
Most Cairns resorts sport a respectable fitness centre, where you can expect qualified fitness instructors, weight machines, exercise bikes, tennis courts, saunas, classes such as aerobics, pilates and tae bo as well as massage and beauty treatments. If there is something in your fitness regime you just can't miss while on holiday in Cairns, contact us and let us know what you're after. There is a good chance we know which resorts or fitness companies can provide what you're after.
Above all, Cairns resorts are luxurious and well appointed. Most have far reaching city, mountain and sea views and in many Cairns resorts you also are lucky enough to have your own balcony to absorb these sights. Resort suites range between standard studio or hotel style accommodation, self-contained resort apartments with a full kitchen, or if you really want to splash out, try a multi-bedroom luxury resort penthouse suite. Bound the have the best views, room service and in-room facilities, resort penthouses are the ultimate in a luxurious Cairns holiday.
Cairns resorts undoubtably emphasise fun and class with their bright, tropical surroundings. Some have tropical aquariums with fish from the Great Barrier Reef in their foyer, and most have staff who wear tropical fabrics and colourful uniforms with match their wide smiles.
Many of the hotels in Cairns have a laid back resort style also, and they're worth checking out if this is the type of accommodation you're after. Our favourites include; Cairns International Hotel and Hilton Cairns. Other resort hotspots in Far North Queensland include Palm Cove & Port Douglas.
Cairns Resort Listings
Cairns Colonial Club
Perhaps Cairns' oldest and best known resort, the Cairns Colonial Club is located outside the city centre, and runs bus trips between 8am – 6pm to and from the city. The Cairns Colonial Club is set on over 10a of tropical award-winning gardens, which creates a relaxing resort atmosphere. Resort visitors report the three large lagoon pools and the vibrant friendly staff as the resort's best features. This resort also has three restaurants, a fitness centre and most facilities you would expect from a tropical Cairns resort.
There are five resort room types this is Cairns resort whether it be for a couple on holiday, or a large family, Cairns Colonial Club has accommodation options for all. Some rooms are fully self-contained, while others have private balconies and courtyards.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
The only 4½ star resort in the Cairns city, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers a modern Far North Queensland style centered around it spectacular lagoon style swimming pool, complete with its own beach and swim up bar. All resort rooms are beautifully furnished and feature, private balconies, in room dining, LCD flat screen televisions, Yoga channel, bath and shower, complimentary in-room safes, individually controlled air conditioning and a refrigerator with mini bar.
Being centrally located, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers easy access to the attractions of Cairns and offers stunning views of the resort’s pool and gardens or the mountain ranges of the Cairns Hinterland. Novotel Cairns Oasis is popular with couples, honeymooners and families visiting Tropical North Queensland. A favourite getaway with locals, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is the perfect spot to spend your Cairns holiday.
Palm Royale Cairns
Recently refurbished rooms in a tranquil tropical resort. Air-conditioning, private balconies, king size beds, refrigerator, TV and in-house movies. The resort features 3 beautiful swimming pools and a guest laundry. Located in Cairns' northern suburbs, approximately 5 kilometres from the city centre.
Rydges Esplanade Resort
Located just outside the Cairns CBD on the newly developed Cairns Esplanade, Rydges Esplanade Resort features three swimming pools, a progressive fitness centre and two tennis courts. Providing executive hotel room accommodation as well as fully self-contained apartments and luxury resort penthouses, Rydges Esplanade Resort is a hotel/resort with enough variety in their accommodation options to suit all Cairns travellers. Crystal Twig, Rydges Esplanade Resort's signature restaurant is popular with visitors and locals, and has won many awards for its outstanding service and innovative cuisine.
Rydges Esplanade Resort's superb location makes it affordable esplanade accommodation. Very popular with international visitors, Rydges Esplanade Resort makes an impact upon the Cairns city's evening skyline with a stunning illuminated blue rest profile.
Rydges Plaza Cairns
Located in the Cairns CBD, Rydges Plaza Resort provides executive hotel room accommodation as well as fully self-contained apartments and luxury resort penthouses, Rydges Plaza Resort is a hotel/resort with enough variety in their accommodation options to suit all Cairns travellers. Lure Bistro, Rydges Plaza Resort's signature restaurant is popular with visitors and locals.
Rydges Plaza Resort's superb location makes it affordable accommodation. Very popular with international visitors.
The Lakes Cairns Resort and Spa
Award-winning resort nestled between Cairns City and the Cairns Botanical Gardens.
Fitzroy Island Resort
For a true tropical north Queensland experience escape to the Wyndham Fitzroy Island Resort. Fitzroy Island is located on the fringe of the Great Barrier Reef and only 45 minutes by boat from Cairns. One of the closest and beautiful locations to Cairns for snorkeling and diving on the Great Barrier Reef.
The much anticipated Fitzroy Island Resort was only completed in 2010 and offers luxurious resort accommodation on an island paradise. A truly magical location straight from your dream holiday.
Other Cairns Accommodation Options
Is a Cairns Resort not really the accommodation style suited to your next Cairns vacation? Browse our extensive selection of accommodation in Cairns under the general categories below to see if you can find something suitable: