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Student accommodation in Cairns

Bordered by rainforest and reef, Cairns is the gateway to tropical Far North Queensland — the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree on one side, an esplanade of restaurants and bars on the other. Our home here is close to James Cook University's Smithfield campus.

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1 home · Cairns

UniLodge John Grey Hall exteriorAvailable Student only

UniLodge John Grey Hall

Smithfield · Student accommodation in Cairns

from A$218/wk

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Studios · Shared Under-18 friendly

Reasons to stay in Cairns

Top reasons to stay with us

4.7 average

from 51+ resident reviews

One weekly payment

Simple weekly rent, no surprise add-ons

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What residents say

Real reviews from students living in our Cairns homes.

4.7 · 51 reviews

As a current resident of John Grey Hall, I would highly recommend anyone to reside here who enjoys the convenience of an on campus establishment with a great new modern feel. There are numerous events put on by staff, throughout the week, to keep residents happy and get away from studying when needed.
Connor Roduner · Google reviewUniLodge John Grey Hall - Cairns Student Accommodation
Been living at JGH for 4 years now and can’t recommend it enough to anyone that’s after a secure, convenient and modern accommodation while studying at jcu. Staffs are lovely, always ready to make the stay the best it can be. So grateful for all that JGH has offered during the past few years!
Jisu P · Google reviewUniLodge John Grey Hall - Cairns Student Accommodation

Good to know about Cairns

Yes. Across UniLodge homes, electricity, water and wifi are covered by your weekly rent — one payment, no surprises.

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