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Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

Terrace/patio
Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.9 km from James Cook University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Beach view was excellent spa pool wasn’t working at all and staff was friendly "
Australia
Alma Dolores
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
Outdoor spa tub
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1374)
"Great accommodation huge patio fans air con kitchen fully equipped lovely staff would highly recommend"
Australia
JULIE MAREE
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Terrace/patio
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 4 km from James Cook University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (546)
"Awesome location and large, clean condo. Beautiful front and back decks and friendly management"
Canada
Todd
The price is €244
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
Beach nearby
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (501)
"All the staff was very helpful & the apartments are in great location "
Australia
neil
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Terrace/patio
Blue Lagoon Villas

Blue Lagoon Villas

Blue Lagoon Villas
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Well appointed, clean."
Australia
Joseph
The price is €348
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Blue Lagoon Villas
Outdoor pool
Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach Pacific
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 3.5 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (173)
"Ideally central location"
Australia
Mark
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Trinity Beach Pacific
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach, 6.3 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (343)
"Staff, girl at counter was very nice to us. pool was great. "
Australia
F
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Cairns Beach Resort
View from room
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 8.4 km from James Cook University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (592)
"Room is clean, staff is friendly and close to main beach."
Australia
Trung
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove
3 outdoor pools
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 7.4 km from James Cook University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (800)
"Staff were amazing. The property is beautiful. Pool is superb and gardens immaculate. Can’t wait to return!"
Australia
Harriet
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Poolside bar
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 8.5 km from James Cook University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Fantastic Stay"
Australia
James
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
Standard Apartment, 3 Bedrooms
Elysium Apartments

Elysium Apartments

Elysium Apartments
4.5 star property
Palm Cove, 7.8 km from James Cook University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Lovely large clean apartment with all facilities and equipment. Would highly recommend."
United Kingdom
anthony
The price is €205
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Elysium Apartments
Outdoor pool
Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora

Mantra Amphora
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 7.9 km from James Cook University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Proximity to the beach was very nice. Kitchen was well equipped and having adjoining rooms was really good too. "
Australia
Matthew
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Mantra Amphora
Lounge
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 7.8 km from James Cook University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (542)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Tarryn
The price is €205
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Restaurant
The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat
5.0 star property
Palm Cove, 8.3 km from James Cook University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (704)
"Very convenient, quiet. Excellent staff and service. Top draw. Will be back. "
Australia
Justin Leaman Edward
The price is €422
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
The Reef House Adults Retreat
The Pump House (2BR) | Bathroom
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
9.9 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32)
"Cabin was the cleanest and not dated. Park facilities were excellent. Friendly staff. Would r highly recommend "
Australia
Linda
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
Land view from property
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 13.3 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"awesome location great service "
Canada
Mary ann
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
On the beach
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3.0 star property
Ellis Beach, 11 km from James Cook University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (86)
"Beautiful location, loved hearing the beach from our cabin! "
Canada
Tiffany
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3 Bedroom Ocean View Condo
Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove, 7.8 km from James Cook University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (852)
"Great pool"
Australia
Lynda
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Drift Palm Cove
3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 12.4 km from James Cook University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Good hotel"
Australia
Ritesh
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed
Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 13.5 km from James Cook University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Our stay was great, as were all the staff (Steph in particular). Would definitely stay again!"
United States
David
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Floriana Boutique Hotel
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Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Blue Lagoon Resort

Blue Lagoon Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was amazing, great amenities overall. Very well kept and managed. Bridget and Brian are wonderful hosts. They did everything possible to help make sure stay at the property memorable. We were able to see wallabies and Kangaroos in open near the property. I would highly recommend this place for stay. "
Shalin 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Blue Lagoon Resort

Hotels near other James Cook University attractions

It was a hot day as we strolled through the wetlands but the sites were amazing! We saw several types of tropical birds and a water snake!
Photo by Keith Bogard
Open Photo by Keith Bogard

Cattana Wetlands

Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Cattana Wetlands, a lovely green space in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
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Kuranda

Cairns Cable Ski

Hit the slopes at Cairns Cable Ski during your trip to Macalister Range. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Cook University?
James Cook University is located in Cairns. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near James Cook University?
Trinity Collective is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from James Cook University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Trinity Oasis Spa BBQ Family Retreat and Blue Lagoon Resort.
How many hotels will I find near James Cook University?
Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from James Cook University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Cook University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near James Cook University.
What can I see and do near James Cook University?
You can wander around Barron Gorge National Park, Smithfield Conservation Park or Cattana Wetlands if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Kewarra Beach, Trinity Beach and Yorkeys Knob Beach. Rainforestation Nature Park, Kuranda Candy Kitchen and Australian Venom Zoo are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.