Freshwater
Cairns
Visit Freshwater
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
€21
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
€114
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
€61
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
€99
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket
€9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Freshwater
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is €122 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
€122
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"In fairness the hotel is good, but the Expedia advertising is misleading, it’s like you have breakfast included but you go there and you don’t, it’s saying you have parking but when you’re there they will say you have to pay again. In both cases we had to pay again. It’s disappointing"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is €163 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
€163
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is €147 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€147
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is €97 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
€97
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
The price is €100 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
€100
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"Had a great 12 days at Cairns Colonial Club over the recent school holidays. The kids enjoyed the pool area and making new friends every day. The convenience of a cafe, bar, pizza place and also breakfast buffet were great to integrate across our holiday when we weren’t out sight seeing. The rooms ..."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
Cairns Plaza Hotel
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is €152 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
€152
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"The room was clean, with a big double balcony overlooking the esplanade. The bed was comfy and housekeeping were attentive. The staff were friendly and helpful and the pool was well maintained - small but ideal for cooling off after a long day exploring the area. Kitchen facilities were as advertised, ..."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026
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.
Where to stay in Freshwater
Find the best Freshwater areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Back Shot Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant 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.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
