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A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a round table with a fruit bowl and two wicker chairs.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

14.9 km from James Cook University

Mr Charles A

HK$763

HK$839 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 13.3 km from James Cook University

Larry

HK$689

HK$758 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a metal fence, and a view of the sky and clouds.

A bar area with a long counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a dartboard, and a dartboard game.

A hotel with a sign advertising the best steaks, a sports bar, and a restaurant.

3. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

14.9 km from James Cook University

Tammara

HK$582

HK$641 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda, 12.4 km from James Cook University

Akanksha

HK$825

HK$907 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

5. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 12.9 km from James Cook University

ellen

HK$1,000

HK$1,100 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

6. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 14.7 km from James Cook University

Suzanne

HK$955

HK$1,051 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

A balcony with a view of a pool and palm trees, a table, and chairs.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white marble backsplash, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

7. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University

Charlotte

HK$1,214

HK$1,214 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a view of the outdoors, and a large window.

8. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach, 3.9 km from James Cook University

Steven

HK$1,937

HK$1,937 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

9. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 14.9 km from James Cook University

Warren

HK$1,195

HK$1,314 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a clear blue pool.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A covered patio with a sofa and outdoor seating, a tiled floor, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Paradise Cove Beach".

10. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 8.4 km from James Cook University

Joanne

HK$1,174

HK$1,291 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A waterfall cascading over rocks into a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a painting on the wall.

Two people sitting on rocks by a clear water body, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A garden with a small waterfall, potted plants, and a pool.

11. Palm Royale Cairns

Manunda, 13.7 km from James Cook University

Chloe

HK$796

HK$875 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

12. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 12.8 km from James Cook University

Mary

HK$880

HK$968 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and bar stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wall-mounted artwork, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a UFC sign, multiple monitors, and a closed sign indicating the counter is not open.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television screen.

13. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

12.1 km from James Cook University

Chris

HK$597

HK$657 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

14. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 15.3 km from James Cook University

Ben

HK$1,201

HK$1,321 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A store interior with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerator with beverages, and an exit sign.

15. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 13 km from James Cook University

Laurel

HK$626

HK$846 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants, a table with chairs, and umbrellas.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

16. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University

catharine

HK$989

HK$1,088 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the sea, featuring wicker furniture and hanging lights.

A reception area with a surfboard, reception desk, and a view of a pool and building.

A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, and a chalkboard menu.

17. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 8.5 km from James Cook University

Stephenie

HK$1,491

HK$1,491 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

18. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 13.5 km from James Cook University

Jason

HK$993

HK$1,093 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

19. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 14.8 km from James Cook University

Craig

HK$1,105

HK$1,215 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

20. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 14.3 km from James Cook University

JoHanna

HK$1,233

HK$1,356 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 36 reviews	View
Cairns Harbourside Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,118 reviews	View
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 105 reviews	View
Cairns Colonial Club Resort	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Tropic Towers Apartments	9.0 Wonderful 214 reviews	View

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Trinity Collective

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable, clean and secure What is there not to like"

Blue Lagoon Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great location staff was amazing thank you very much for the stay"

Stunning Family Resort Style Home - Swimming Pool + Full Tennis Court

10/10 Excellent

"This is a really spacious and tastefully furnished home in a huge and beautiful garden setting. The kitchen is well equipped, with all you need of terms of cookware, utensils, crockery, cutlery and large variety of glassware. Both the pool and tennis court were well used by our family group of ten (grandparents, adult children and four young grandkids). There was an abundance of both bath and pool towels, and all the bedding was very comfortable. Good grocery stores and takeaway food options were a close drive away. Lara was a great host, always responsive to any queries we had. We would highly recommend Shanee Prana as a fantastic and very special getaway destination."

Coral Sands Resort

10/10 Excellent

"It’s in a great location, close to shops and food outlets, with a bus stop right across the road. The beautiful beach is also just a few steps away. Highly recommended!"

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff during checkin and checkout. Good amenities include all available in the kitchen. There is also a public kitchen with hotplate and stove beside the pool and spa, excellent for outdoor bbq.High efficient washer and drier ate in our room and made our stay much easier."

Luxury Tropical Escape: Beachside Villa with Heated Pool & Modern Comforts

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property"

Marina Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Marina Waterfront was perfect for our stay in Cairns. There was plenty of room inside and out. Really happy about the secure parking behind a gate for our 4WD's. The outdoor area was fantastic, plenty of seating with a lovely view of the pool and marina. The kitchen was well stocked with glassware, plates, utensils and pots and pans. Nice touches like condiments, coffee, tea, sugar, salt and pepper was appreciated, also the mozzie spay and candles. Washing machine and perfect undercover clothes line was also a bonus. Thanks for washing machine tabs :) Beds were comfy and the house was beautifully presented, clean and very tidy. It was a real pleasure to stay in a property so thoughtfully put together. We hope we can come back again soon."

Escape to Villa Catana: Spacious Home with Pool, Lush Gardens, and Close to Nature!

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay here was everything we needed. As a family with three young children (5yo, 3yo and 1 yo) we needed space for naps and quiet time and a generous kitchen for food prep with washer dryer facilities and this placed ticked all those boxes. Attention had been paid to various aspects of baby proofing (ie oven guard and some socket guards) which was a plus for us. The team were also helpful with having the cot and high chair set up for our arrival.The pool is not large but was again perfect for our needs of swimming with younger children with a nice long and wide edge step for them to play on. It was also very safely fenced.The place was very neat and tidy with a lovely living dining area. We hired a car as it was not centrally located but that was part of the appeal for us. It was a nice quiet neighbourhood that felt safe and secure walking around with the little children. It was about a 5 minute drive to to local supermarkets.I’m sure people without kids would love it too, but for us it suited our needs perfectly"

Bellbry Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"the amenities were unreal, the place was stunning, everything was spotless, so good!"

Other attractions near James Cook University

A pond with lily pads surrounded by trees and shrubs.

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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A dense forest with power lines and a mountain range in the background.

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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A building with a sign reading "Skyra Rainforest Cabay."

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

9.4/10 (1,715 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

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Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head

You can take time to visit Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head during your travels to Cairns. Discover the area's museums and shops.

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Cable Ski Cairns

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at Cable Ski Cairns during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Smithfield Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Smithfield Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cairns. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.

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Smithfield Shopping Centre

8.4/10 (552 reviews)

During your visit to Cairns, you can do some window-shopping at Smithfield Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Earl Hill Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Earl Hill Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cairns. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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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 11 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 (2 km) from James Cook University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Blue Lagoon Resort and Coral Sands Resort.

How many hotels will I find near James Cook University?

Expedia has 11 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.

Cairns James Cook University Hotels

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Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

3. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

5. Tropic Towers Apartments

6. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

7. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

8. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

9. Crystalbrook Flynn

10. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

11. Palm Royale Cairns

12. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

13. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

14. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

15. Cairns Holiday Park

16. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

17. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

18. Floriana Boutique Hotel

19. Crystalbrook Bailey

20. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Trinity Collective

Blue Lagoon Resort

Stunning Family Resort Style Home - Swimming Pool + Full Tennis Court

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Luxury Tropical Escape: Beachside Villa with Heated Pool & Modern Comforts

Marina Waterfront

Escape to Villa Catana: Spacious Home with Pool, Lush Gardens, and Close to Nature!

Bellbry Lodge

Other attractions near James Cook University

Cattana Wetlands

Cairns Cable Ski

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head

Cable Ski Cairns

Smithfield Conservation Park

Smithfield Shopping Centre

Earl Hill Conservation Park

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