As the premier tourist destination in Queensland, Cairns has a huge selection of hotels to offer travellers coming to visit the resort, and these range in standard from the basic to the opulent, and cater for travellers on any budget, from backpackers visiting Cairns on a round the world trip, or people on a one off, no expense spared holiday of a lifetime.
A good choice hotel on the beach that offers excellent rates throughout the year, as well as a good standard of accommodation is the 3* Cairns Colonial Club Resort, which is close to the city centre, making it ideal for exploring the nightlife, as well as having several swimming pools, and pleasant gardens to relax in.
A higher standard of accommodation is offered at the 4* Pacific International Hotel, which is located right on the waterfront, and offers good sized rooms, and a high standard of service.
If you're on a longer stay in Cairns, and want to stay in an apartment on the beach rather than in a hotel, then a superb choice is the 4* On the Beach Apartments complex, which mixes the benefits and facilities of a hotel with the convenience of and apartment, making them ideal for families.