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Top Trending Hotels Near Freshwater, Cairns

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
Outdoor pool

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
"I really beautiful property, especially the surrounding Gardens and pool."
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach
Terrace/patio

Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Beautiful accommodation,spotlessly"
Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach
Trinity Links Resort
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Trinity Links Resort

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3)
"Bathroom moldy tiles in need of repar"
Trinity Links Resort
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
Outdoor pool

Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (88)
"I had a lovely stay"
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
On the beach

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (77)
"Very good place to have a family getaway especially if you have kids 🙌"
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again."
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Palm Royale Cairns
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Palm Royale Cairns

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel and affordable "
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Palm Royale Cairns
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Beach nearby, beach towels

Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (710)
"Awesome location "
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
View from room

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1009)
"The staff were very friendly, the room was cheap (good for value)"
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
The Palms at Palm Cove
Property entrance

The Palms at Palm Cove

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Lovely relaxing stay at the Palms. Clean. Comfy beds ❤️"
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Palms at Palm Cove
Elysium Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Elysium Apartments

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (146)
"The Apartments was very spacious,clean and walking distance to lots of restaurants.I would definitely stay here again "
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Elysium Apartments
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
Bar (on property)

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Convenient location "
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Balcony view

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (782)
"Staff really friendly "
The price is €218
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Motel Nomad Cairns
Outdoor pool

Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (159)
"Close to everything. "
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Motel Nomad Cairns
The Sebel Palm Cove
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

The Sebel Palm Cove

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (162)
"The Reception team at the Sebel Palm Cove Resort were really accommodating during our time here. Definitely recommend 👌 this place to stay. We stayed in a 1 bedroom Self contained apartment which suited our needs. "
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
The Sebel Palm Cove
Drift Palm Cove
Condo | View from room

Drift Palm Cove

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (821)
"Good location "
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Drift Palm Cove
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (525)
"Our stay at Alamanda was truly relaxing and peaceful. The beachfront location provided stunning ocean views, and the tranquil atmosphere made it easy to unwind. The spacious, well-appointed suites and lush gardens added to the overall sense of serenity. A perfect place to rejuvenate! "
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
Beach nearby, white sand

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (13)
"Fabulous accommodation at great prices. Unit was immaculate, really comfy bed and so handy to everything in Palm Cove. Nice to arrive on a very hot day to the aircon going and a lovely cool unit"
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Property grounds

Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"Great, quiet and relaxing place to stay "
The price is €251
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Coral Coast Apartments Palm Cove AVC
Mantra Amphora
Beach nearby

Mantra Amphora

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Always enjoy staying here - spacious, clean, comfortable, well maintained, great location. "
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Mantra Amphora
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Where to stay in Freshwater

Find the best Freshwater areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Palm Cove map

Palm Cove

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns showing a city
Cairns Central Business District map

Cairns Central Business District

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Trinity Beach featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach
Trinity Beach map

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 Esplanade showing swimming, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool
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Cairns North map

Cairns North

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Clifton Beach which includes golf, a luxury hotel or resort and mountains
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Clifton Beach map

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.

Top Freshwater Hotel Reviews

Blue Lagoon Resort

Blue Lagoon Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great room which was well presented, dust on the base of the outdoor furniture but otherwise nice!"
James 6-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Blue Lagoon Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Freshwater like?

Travellers to Cairns's Freshwater neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.

Where is the best place to stay in Freshwater?

For your stay in Freshwater, Rain-forest Apartment, perfect for families, business & sports groups. is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Freshwater?

A stay at one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Freshwater makes it easy to venture out into the larger area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Freshwater, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Freshwater.

What is there to do around this Cairns neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Freshwater include Redlynch Central Shopping Centre, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Kamerunga Conservation Park. While you're out sightseeing, Royal Flying Doctor and Skydive The Reef Cairns are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cairns.

How can I get around Freshwater and the greater Cairns area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Freshwater Station.