The concept of a 'Bed and Breakfast' is not something new; before the 20th century, it was quite normal for country travellers to spend the night at a private house rather than an inn, and the custom persists in many parts of the world. But many Bed and Breakfast operators in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland have taken the humble B&B and guest house to a new level, with luxury accommodation, superb home prepared cuisine and of course good old-fashioned hospitality.
A great way to spend your vacations feeling you are still at home!
A great way to spend your vacations feeling you are still at home!
THIS PAGE IS A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF BED AND BREAKFAST STYLE ACCOMMODATION IN CAIRNS CITY. FOR CAIRNS BEACHES, PORT DOUGLAS AND OTHER AREAS OF NORTH QUEENSLAND, PLEASE CLICK ON THE MAP OR USE THE 'DESTINATION FINDER' TO THE RIGHT.

GOLDEN SUNBIRD BED AND BREAKFAST
434 Brinsmead Road, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4055 1954 / Fax (07) 4055 1954
www.ambeausport.com
A red cedar home with polished black bean floors and exposed beams, nestled amongst 1/2 acre of tropical gardens, about 8 kilometres from the city centre. Enjoy your breakfast while birdwatching in the garden. Hosts offer an in-house dive course.

JUNGARA BED AND BREAKFAST
Lot 38, 20-22 Robb Road, Redlynch (MAP)
Phone (07) 4039 1892 / Fax (07) 4039 1813
www.jungara.net.au
Surrounded by rainforest mountainside!
"Jungara" is a spacious colonial style home, set on an elevated 8000m2 (2acres) property surrounded by rainforest mountains. This Cairns BnB offers impressive air-conditioned rooms with private ensuite. Situated a short distance to local shop, shopping centre, family hotel, restaurants and bus stop.
Your hosts Kim and Marilyn welcome you with hospitality North Queensland style and will help you plan your holiday with their extensive local knowledge of reef trips, car hire, tableland tours and more. "We look forward to welcoming you soon!"

BLUEWATER BED AND BREAKFAST
Trinity Park, Cairns (MAP)
(15 minutes north of Cairns Airport)
Phone (07) 4055 6137
www.bluewaterbbcairns.com.au
Wallabies feeding right at your front door!
Nestled at the base of Earl Hill on The Marlin Coast, this quiet tropical paradise can be found. It's hard to believe that so close to so many of Cairns famous attractions you can find such tranquility. The hardest thing that you will have to do is make up your mind as to where to dine.
While staying in this large, modern self-contained unit, you can maybe have breakfast around the cool salt-water pool. Perhaps a wine while watching the wallabies and native birds feed each evening, an amazing experience. Or a tropical barbecue right at your front door, what ever you decide this is a quiet retreat just for that occasion.

ABBEY'S CITY HOUSE B&B
396 Draper Street, Cairns (MAP)
Mobile 0408 744 661
www.abbeyscat.com
There's only one Abbey's.
Abbey's City House Bed and Breakfast is a historic two storey Colonial Queenslander home situated in beautiful Cairns, where the rainforest meets the reef, within walking distance of the central business district and major shopping centres.
Step back in time and enjoy traditional elegance in large rooms with a tropical flair. Each air conditioned room is decorated to a theme representing this wonderful area. There is a wide range of rooms to choose from: queen, double, twin, single and family size. All rooms are air conditioned. Standard bed sitting rooms.
Meet your qualified Aussie hosts, Abbey and 'The Cat', and enjoy the many beautiful attractions that Far North Queensland has to offer.

LILYBANK BED & BREAKFAST
75 Kamerunga Road, Stratford, Cairns (MAP)
Phone (07) 4055 1123 / Fax (07) 4058 1990
www.lilybank.com.au
"Lilybank - a fine example of traditional "Queenslander" architecture. Lilybank, now in its 14th year of operation as a B&B, owes its success to the happy blend of hospitality and privacy offered to our guests. Bedrooms are air-conditioned, there's a guests' lounge with TV, video, and library. Guest internet access is available as well as salt-water pool, laundry, BBQ and off-street parking.
They'll serve a wonderful breakfast and help you choose and book tours which are right for your. Their excellent local restaurants and a pub are within walking distance. Two friendly pups (spoodles) and a galah live in their part of house.
Lilybank is recommended in major international travel guides and listed in Frommers" Australian publication as "best of the best" moderately priced B&B's and guesthouses.

CAPERS AT KANIMBLA
Kanimbla, Cairns (MAP)
Phone / Fax (07) 4034 1994
www.capersbedbreakfast.com.au
Perched on a hillside in the centre of Cairns!
Capers at Kanimbla is a family owned and operated bed and breakfast, ideally located just minutes from the Cairns Esplanade and all the entertainment, shopping and restaurants of the inner-city.
A modern and spacious family home, Capers at Kanimbla has ample indoor and outdoor living areas, specially designed to capitalise on the magnificent views and cooling breezes of the hillside location. At Capers, you can do as little or as much as you like. You can dine alfresco-style in the patio area overlooking the city; take a dip in the resort-style swimming pool; or relax in the separate lounge and entertainment areas.
Capers at Kanimbla can welcome up to four guests per night in the two generous-sized guest suites, with singles, couples and families catered for, on request.

CAIRNS REEF 'N' RAINFOREST
112 Mansfield Street, Earlville, Cairns(MAP)
Phone (07) 4033 5597 / Mobile 0402 860 823
www.cairnsreefbnb.com.au
Bed and Breakfast in tropical paradise!
Cairns Reef 'n' Rainforest BnB is located centrally to the city of Cairns, however you will enjoy ultimate privacy. No streets or other houses can be seen from this bed and breakfast, and the only sounds you'll hear are from the birds and the rushing of the natural rainforest waterfall and crystal clear pool.
At Cairns Reef 'n' Rainforest there is a choice of three beautifully appointed rooms to stay in, each with its own unique feel. And what better way to end the day than enjoying a cool glass of wine while relaxing by the saltwater swimming pool.
Cairns Reef 'n' Rainforest features a wide range of modern conveniences, including ADSL and wireless internet connection, to make your Tropical North Queensland holidays unforgettable.

KOOKAS BED AND BREAKFAST
40 Hutchinson Street, Edge Hill (MAP)
Phone (07) 4053 3231 / Fax (07) 4053 3843
www.kookas-bnb.com
A tropical haven!
Bruno and Marlies, your hosts, describe Kookas Bed & Breakfast as a 'tropical haven'. It's their very own Swiss-style chalet nestled in the tropical foothills of Mt Whitfield, only 10 minutes from the cosmopolitan city centre of Cairns. The lush, cool surrounds of Kookas Bed & Breakfast make this the perfect place to enjoy the warm climate of North Queensland and a vibrant array of native birds and Australian animals.
The superb architecture of Kookas Bed & Breakfast makes the most of the property's magnificent surrounds. An inviting, open deck leads you out from the lounge and towards the expansive views of the south. Discover the refreshing pool, a real Australian barbecue, or simply do nothing at all - it's all yours to enjoy.
All rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated and screening ensures for comfort all year round. Each room features air conditioning, ceiling fans, smoke alarm and separate entry.

ZANZOO RETREAT
Lot 4 Mary Parker Drive, Redlynch, Cairns (MAP)
Phone / Fax (07) 4039 2842
www.zanzoo.com
Great place, great hospitality, great breakfast!
Zanzoo Retreat is an affordable, luxury bed and breakfast acommodation set on a stunning 14 acre private tropical homestead.
This beautifully restored Cairns bed and breakfast has been tastefully decorated and is a popular and sought after B&B and conference venue. The homestead is surrounded by rainforest covered mountain ranges and has the cool, clear waters of the rainforest fringed Freshwater Creek flowing through the length of the property year round.
Zanzoo offers six rooms, three deluxe ensuite rooms upstairs with ensuites and sitting areas with day beds, and three queen rooms downstairs with private patios and sharing modern bathroom facilities. The house has two lounges with modern furnishings - the main lounge room upstairs has a dining area while a smaller reading room is located downstairs. A modern kitchen is available for guests and an enormous balcony upstairs plays host to a generous tropical breakfast in the mornings.
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