⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near James Cook University for 2026

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

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

Rachel

S$119

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

2. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

14.9 km from James Cook University

Tammara

S$113

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, a small dining table, a sofa, and a kitchenette.

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation, a thatched-roof gazebo, and a wooden deck.

A wooden staircase leading to an outdoor deck with a railing, a black wall, and a window overlooking a garden.

3. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

9.9 km from James Cook University

Anne

S$134

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

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

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

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda, 12.4 km from James Cook University

Anu

S$141

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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 hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

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

5. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach, 3.9 km from James Cook University

Steven

S$324

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

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

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

6. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 12.9 km from James Cook University

Simon

S$166

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A balcony with a glass table, two chairs, and a white lantern.

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

7. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University

Charlotte

S$184

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

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

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 13.3 km from James Cook University

steven

S$158

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

A bright, spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of palm trees through the glass doors.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

9. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove, 7.8 km from James Cook University

Nancy

S$440

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

A living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

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

10. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 8.4 km from James Cook University

Joanne

S$188

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

11. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach, 3.8 km from James Cook University

catharine

S$196

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A resort with a central swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the ocean.

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

A pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A resort pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the surrounding buildings.

12. Mantra Amphora

Palm Cove, 7.9 km from James Cook University

Georgina

S$198

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

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

13. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 12.8 km from James Cook University

Theodore

S$138

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, trees, and a sign reading "The Beach Club".

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

14. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove, 8.5 km from James Cook University

Brian

S$307

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A hotel courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall.

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

15. Palm Royale Cairns

Manunda, 13.7 km from James Cook University

Ron

S$168

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A pathway lined with palm trees and a building with a blue and beige exterior.

Two people playing with a beach ball in a pool surrounded by rocks and palm trees.

A row of two-story buildings with a green roof, a paved driveway, and surrounding greenery.

A modern room with a bunk bed, a round table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

16. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

12.4 km from James Cook University

Stephen John

S$64

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

17. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 14.8 km from James Cook University

Paul

S$196

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

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

18. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 13 km from James Cook University

Elizabeth

S$122

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

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

19. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 14.3 km from James Cook University

Ryan

S$205

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

A reception desk with two lamps, a laptop, and a 'DIVE' sign.

A bathroom with a stone wall, a bathtub, and a shower area.

A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden barrel.

20. Aspect Central

Cairns North, 13.7 km from James Cook University

Raymond

S$99

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 33 reviews	View
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 105 reviews	View
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters	9.0 Wonderful 44 reviews	View
Cairns Colonial Club Resort	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Sea Point On Trinity Beach	9.6 Exceptional 211 reviews	View

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Trinity Collective

10/10 Excellent

"I was sad to leave. The property was nice, clean, safe, quiet. The room was comfortable and had everything needed. The staff was helpful and friendly. I regularly saw kangaroos and birds from the balcony. There is a bus stop ~7min walk away. I have only positive things to say about my stay here."

Blue Lagoon Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I've been here third time every time was fantastic feeling warmth welcome. I enjoyed my stay and pretty good location."

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

8/10 Good

"good for family.so u got everything things there.like your another home."

Coral Sands Resort

8/10 Good

"The property is great value. Stayed in a 3 bedroom. Everything is a little tired but"

Amaroo at Trinity

10/10 Excellent

"Close to Trinity beach,nearby beach,close to restaurants some attractions,about 20 minutes to the city,enjoy my stay."

Vue Apartments Trinity Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing views,"

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Communication with the apartment managers was excellent. Very attentive and informative. Reception had a very good choice of information available for all trips in the area. Apartment had everything you needed for your stay. Great location, great service and quiet area. Plenty of local eating places and close to Cairns for all those reef trips"

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

8/10 Good

"Clean room with an ocean view and outdoor pool. Close to cafes and restaurants. Comfortable bed. We had a lovely stay for 3 nights."

Trinity Waters

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location and on a beautiful beach! Not too far from Cairns but far enough away to avoid the traffic and crowds. You can hear the surf at night and wake up to amazing sunrises."

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

Hotels near James Cook University

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

2. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

5. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

6. Tropic Towers Apartments

7. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

9. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

10. Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

11. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

12. Mantra Amphora

13. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

14. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

15. Palm Royale Cairns

16. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

17. Crystalbrook Bailey

18. Cairns Holiday Park

19. Cairns Plaza Hotel

20. Aspect Central

Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Trinity Collective

Blue Lagoon Resort

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Coral Sands Resort

Amaroo at Trinity

Vue Apartments Trinity Beach

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Waters

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

Frequently asked questions