The best accommodations around Cairns and Port Douglas

Cairns, a regional city in Far North Queensland, Australia is fast becoming one of the world's top holiday destinations. The city's location in a tropical region of Queensland combined with its vicinity to many different natural attractions have made it an increasingly popular tourist destination. Cairns offers some of the world's most beautiful beaches along with a great selection of shopping, entertainment, and nightlife to serve tourists from families to individuals. Cairns, combined with nearby Port Douglas, is one of the most luxurious holiday destinations not only Australia but around the world. Natural attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, and Cape Tribulation mean visitors have the opportunity to go fishing, snorkeling, diving, and go for a hike in the lush tropical rainforests surrounding the area.

Cairns and Port Douglas offer visitors some of the most luxurious lodging accommodations. Hotels in the region offer suites and one bedroom apartment accommodations for visitors to this tropical region of Queensland. Resorts such as Royal Palm Villa, Pacific International, Breaktree Royal Harbor, Mantra Trilogy, The Esplanade, and Mongo Tree are among the region's most luxurious hotels offering a first class lodging experience. Located near the lagoon pool and Trinity Bay, these resorts offer some of the most breathtaking views in the region.

These select hotels offer the following accommodations:

Royal Palm Villa (Cairns) - A four star rated resort, the Villa offers one bedroom apartments with personalized service.
Pacific International (Cairns) - The four and a half star International offers visitors standard, deluxe, and executive suites.
Breaktree Royal Harbor (Cairns) - This four and a half star rated resort offers one bedroom apartments overlooking Trinity Bay.
Mantra Trilogy (Cairns) - The four and a half star rated Trilogy has one, two, and three bedroom apartments available on the waterfront.
The Esplanade (Cairns) - With a four and half star rating, this resort offers one and two bedroom apartments on the Esplanade.
Mongo Tree (Port Douglas) - Visitors can choose from townhomes and one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens, laundry services, a pool, spa, tennis, and a BBQ area.

Whether you visit this tropical destination during the dry months of April-November or the wet months of November-March, you are sure to find the perfect accommodations to maximize your holiday. Families and individuals alike can experience the royal treatment at any of these fine resorts. The next time you need to lay back and relax, consider a trip to this tropical region of Queensland and take advantage of the many tours, festivals, and endless beaches at your fingertips.

Drago Paulino is a frelance writer, software developer and passionated traveler. Without permanent home and address, he is living and work in Port Douglas accommodation and Port Douglas Hotels where he is favorite guest of hotel staff.