Christmas in nth Queensland

[RooFlyer]

In 2025 I’m on a cruise through Indonesia that finishes in Cairns a few days before Christmas. Contemplating staying in North Queensland for Christmas so I wonder if anyone can make any suggestions that could fit the following criteria.

* adults only

* not way over the top expensive - but it’s Christmas so I know it won’t be cheap, so I probably need to give a bit of latitude here

* doesn’t have to be on a beach in fact, preferably not

* doesn’t have to be super luxurious/pampering but just a good solid product

 

[RB]

In 2025 I’m on a cruise through Indonesia that finishes in Cairns a few days before Christmas. Contemplating staying in North Queensland for Christmas so I wonder if anyone can make any suggestions that could fit the following criteria.

* adults only

* not way over the top expensive - but it’s Christmas so I know it won’t be cheap, so I probably need to give a bit of latitude here

* doesn’t have to be on a beach in fact, preferably not

* doesn’t have to be super luxurious/pampering but just a good solid product

You might find something in this (1) Cairns & North-A Road Trip | Australian Frequent Flyer

 

[GrahamBRI]

My pick for the area and your criteria would be Accor - The Reef House Retreat in Palm Cove. Accommodation is great and their complementary inclusions are great. Really great food options in Palm Cove...... it does miss your beach avoidance request, but the beach does not interfere with the hotel layout. This is an Adults Only place.

 

[Bundy Bear]

Cairns at XMAS you will melt so hot and humid.

 

[Flyfrequently]

I can let you know how hot and humid it is @RooFlyer we are heading there 3-10 December for nephew Pilot's 30th - what you do for family
We are staying in Palm Cove and agree with Reef House, especially as you are A+

 

[GrahamBRI]

Cairns at XMAS you will melt so hot and humid.

Key to enjoying the Cairns heat, pick somewhere close to the ocean - wonderful afternoon sea breeze...... it just does not penetrate much further inland than a couple 100m.