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CAIRNS
AND NORTHERN BEACHES ACCOMMODATION / Queensland
Australis Cairns Beach Resort
With a beachfront location at Holloways Beach Cairns , the Australis Cairns Beach Resort is perfect for that relaxed holiday away from the city while being close to key attractions . Ten minutes north of Cairns City and the airport , the resort borders the warm , tropical waters of the Coral Sea . The apartments , which overlook beautifully landscaped gardens , the pool area or Coral Sea , are all fully self-contained . The guestrooms offer king or split beds as well as a fold-out sofa bed in the living room . Facilities include an Internet kiosk , Wi-Fi hotspots , a lending library , DVD hire , and a BBQ area .
The property features restaurants on the beach , a small shopping centre for basics , and a regular bus service into Cairns . Car hire is available at the property and all tours pick up from the resort . The resort has off-street parking and vehicle wash down facilities .
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Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club price guide : $$
Situated between two natural wonders , the World Heritage-listed rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef , Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club is a world-class property just 20 minutes north of Cairns in the heart of Tropical North Queensland .
Home to one of Australia ’ s most picturesque 18-hole championship golf courses , the resort also boasts an impressive Queenslander-style clubhouse with conference centre and Fifty Nine Restaurant & Bar , as well as the 96-room resort accommodation which opened in 2009 and the Pelicans in Paradise kids ' adventure park .
Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club is paradise found for discerning visitors , including golfers in pursuit of the perfect game and families dreaming of a holiday that caters for both parents and children .
Comfort Inn & Suites Trinity Beach price guide : $$$
Comfort Inn & Suites Trinity Beach Club is situated only 200 metres from the palmfringed shores of Trinity Beach and a leisurely two-minute walk to a selection of beachfront restaurants .
These Cairns holiday apartments are comprised of a modern complex of 28 one- and two-bedroom , fully self-contained apartments . The two-bedroom , mezzanine-style holiday apartments accommodate up to five people , while the one-bedroom apartments comfortably sleep up to three people . All apartments have kitchen and laundry facilities , Austar cable TV and a private balcony or courtyard .
The apartments are set amidst lush tropical gardens overlooking the large , resortstyle pool and dining cabana area which has BBQ , gas cook top and oven . There is also a ten-person outdoor heated spa pool for guests ' enjoyment . price guide : $
VUE Trinity Beach Apartments Coral Sands Resort
Situated on Trinity Beach ’ s northern headland , the deluxe VUE apartments are in a class of their own along this beautiful stretch of coast . Only 15 minutes north of Cairns International Airport , this stunning beachfront resort offers a choice of one- , two- , three- and four-bedroom apartments and penthouse apartments in a complex which wraps around a magnificent horizon pool . Each apartment offers the latest innovations in cool , comfortable living , with gourmet kitchens , modern appliances , sensual interior finishes and breathtaking views of the Coral Sea .
Situated opposite stunning Trinity Beach and just a short drive north from Cairns , Coral Sands Beachfront Resort offers spacious , stylishlyappointed , self-contained apartments . All these apartments have floor-to-ceiling sliding doors leading out onto large private balconies overlooking the extensive tropical gardens and lagoon-style swimming pool . The resort has direct access to the esplanade and beach , and is within walking distance of restaurants , the local tavern and village shopping centre .
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ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.