Tropical North Queensland
If your idea of paradise is endless white sandy beaches, fringed with exotic palms and lapped by crystal clear water, then Tropical North Queensland is the place for you.
A must for all visitors is a trip to the Great Barrier Reef. There are many day trips and cruises available which give you the opportunity to snorkel or dive amongst the coral and brightly coloured tropical fish. You can even explore without getting your feet wet, aboard a glass bottomed boat or semi-submersible.
On land you can journey above ancient rainforest to the village of Kuranda on the amazing Skyrail cableway, returning on the historic Scenic Railway, with spectacular views of the Barron Gorge and Falls. The nearby Tjapukai Park gives a fascinating insight into the Aboriginal culture and ...more
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Superb Accommodation - Lowest Prices
Choose from apartment-style or traditional hotels. The special rates shown are per room or apartment, not per person. They include:
• up to 2 people in a studio, 1-bedroom apartment or hotel room
• up to 4 people in a 2-bedroom apartment
• up to 6 people in a 3-bedroom apartment
You can add a further person at the extra person rate.
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Queenslander | 65 | - | - | 9 |
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| Comfortable accommodation offering a choice of two swimming pools and... Read more |
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City Terraces | 78 | 114 | - | 16 |
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| A classic Queensland-style apartment hotel in an excellent location,... Read more |
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Royal Palm Villas | 79 | - | - | 14 |
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| Comfortable colonial-style apartments with a friendly, intimate... Read more |
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Park Regis | 95 | 163 | 224 | 24 |
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| Modern accommodation in probably the finest position in Cairns... Read more |
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The Lakes Resort | 112 | 135 | 188 | 21 |
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| A stylish secluded resort set in 11 tropical acres between Cairns... Read more |
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Bay Village Tropical Retreat | 103 | 146 | 165 | 16 |
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| A tranquil retreat in the heart of cairns close to the Esplanade and... Read more |
Beach Resorts
Just north of Cairns you'll find quiet resorts with perfect beaches, a relaxed lifestyle and superb accommodation. Each has its own character - choose from uncommercial Yorkeys Knob, popular and laid back Trinity Beach, or the fashionable and exclusive Palm Cove.
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Golden Sands - Yorkeys Knob | 85 | 99 | - | 12 |
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| A fabulous location in lush tropical gardens with access to the palm... Read more |
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On The Beach - Trinity Beach | 94 | 106 | 156 | 15 |
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| A superb beach-front location, just a short stroll to several... Read more |
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Melaleuca - Palm Cove | 98 | - | - | - |
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| A delightful resort directly opposite the fabulous Palm Cove beach... Read more |
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Coral Sands - Trinity Beach | 106 | 129 | 162 | 19 |
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| It’s everything you could wish for in a tropical holiday -... Read more |
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Alassio - Palm Cove | 118 | 141 | 197 | 24 |
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| A stylish beachfront resort hotel set amongst the shops, fine... Read more |
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Reef Retreat - Palm Cove | 119 | 189 | 174 | 17 |
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| Surrounded by tropical palm fringed rainforest and only a short walk... Read more |
Port Douglas
North Queensland's most fashionable and cosmopolitan resort still retains a lively, authentic village atmosphere. Fine restaurants, open-air cafés and galleries line its main shopping street, which runs between the harbour and spectacular 4-mile beach. Further north are the rainforest resorts of the Daintree National Park.
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Bay Villas | 93 | 112 | 148 | 18 |
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| Comfortable well equipped apartments with large balconies overlooking... Read more |
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Villa San Michele | 94 | 138 | - | 15 |
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| Conveniently located in Macrossan Street, the heart of Port Douglas,... Read more |
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The Terraces | 97 | 124 | 168 | 9 |
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| In a peaceful location just 80m from the beach, and only a few... Read more |
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Latitude 16 | 115 | 159 | 275 | 18 |
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| Two adjoining properties in a perfect position overlooking fabulous... Read more |
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The Meridian | 119 | - | - | - |
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| Luxury modern accommodation offering a peaceful haven for couples to... Read more |
Rainforest Resorts
In tropical North Queensland there's no need to look for rainforest - it's all around, cascading down to the waters edge between Cairns and Port Douglas and stretching for hundreds of mile in the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest.
Take an unforgettable walk under the thick canopy of ancient native trees, adorned with creeping vines and ferns, or stroll along the pristine deserted sands where rainforest meets the Coral Sea.
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Cape Tribulation Resort | - | 175 | 38 |
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| This superbly situated resort at Cape Tribulation provides real rainforest living yet has direct access to stunningly... Read more |
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Ferntree Lodge | 116 | - | 38 |
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| The scents and sounds of the ancient rainforest come right to the door of these comfortable lodges... Read more |
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Thala Beach - nr Port Douglas | 147 | 227 | 39 |
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| Beautifully appointed and secluded guest bungalows set in natural rainforest close to untouched coral sand beaches... Read more |
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Kewarra Beach Resort | 195 | 245 | - |
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| An exclusive beachfront rainforest retreat perfectly located away from the crowds and yet conveniently only 20 minutes... Read more |
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Silky Oaks Lodge | 349 | 469 | - |
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| Just 17 miles from Port Douglas but a thousand miles from care, Silky Oaks offers a true rainforest experience without... Read more |
Choice of hotels
As well as apartment style properties, Freedom Australia offers a superb range of conventional hotels throughout Tropical North Queensland.
Call 0844 567 8050 and choose from economical touring motels right through to 5-star luxury. A guide to prices is given.
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