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Beach Hotels in Cairns

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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel has accommodations in Cairns near Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and Martin College. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge.

E
Evgenii
From
Russia
Location is perfect, especially if you are in Cairns for diving. Walking distance to a Marine Terminal and restaurants. They have a free coffee, tea a water. They have a free laundry room. Room is pretty big too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,052 reviews
Price from
$130.26
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Oasis

Cairns

Conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Center and Cairns train station, Travelers Oasis presents an inviting accommodations option featuring an outdoor...

B
Benjarat
From
Thailand
This hostel is very stylish and feel homie.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,645 reviews
Price from
$92.78
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travelers a safe, peaceful & cozy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

T
TZU-YING
From
Taiwan
The style of this hostel was my type.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
Price from
$71.13
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Private Apartments

Cairns

These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina.

C
Christine
From
United Kingdom
Excellent location. Fabulous views of the harbour. Very comfortable. We arrived around midnight but access was easy as we had excellent communication from the property management who were also extremely helpful with your booking.I would not hesitate to recommend this accommodation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews
Price from
$331.94
1 night, 2 adults

Villa on Grafton

Cairns

Villa on Grafton is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns, near Cairns Station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

t
tanya
From
United Kingdom
Really good location. Just 5 ish to esplanade and pretty near to a supermarket . Easy key pick in via lockbox. Well equipped place with everything you need. Water and chop opiates to welcome you and tea, coffee, sugar. Access to the pool, through the car park was a nice bonus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
$181.43
1 night, 2 adults

ZenCBD, Hidden Gem

Cairns

Just a 9-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 300 yards from Cairns Regional Gallery, ZenCBD, Hidden Gem features accommodations in Cairns with a garden, a terrace, and a bar.

J
Jaroslaw
From
Canada
Absolutely amazing. Clean, modern, well equipped and excellent location. Nothing can beat watching hundreds of parrots coming for a night rest on the trees in front of the balcony.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews
Price from
$197.93
1 night, 2 adults

Coastal Harbour Lights I Pool, Gym & prime Location

Cairns

Just a 9-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 0.8 miles from Cairns Station, Coastal Harbour Lights I Pool, Gym & prime Location features accommodations in Cairns, with a fitness center and a...

M
Meena
From
Canada
Clean and spacious! Walking distance to everything. Lots of restaurants and shops near by.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
$215.47
1 night, 2 adults

1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade

Cairns

Just a 15-minute walk from Cairns Station and 0.8 miles from Cairns Convention Center, 1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade features accommodations in Cairns with a garden.

K
Kristi
From
United States
The location, the apartment and parking were great. The hosts took care of issues that came up out of their control quickly and we're very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
$192.43
1 night, 2 adults

Reef - Waterfront City Pool Sauna & Gym

Cairns

A 9-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center in Cairns, Reef - Waterfront City Pool Sauna & Gym provides accommodations with access to a sauna and fitness center.

C
Charles
From
Canada
Beautifully decorated and provisioned apartment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$190.73
1 night, 2 adults

Lux Retreat at Harbour Light Cairns I Sauna I Pool & prime Location

Cairns

Just a 9-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 0.8 miles from Cairns Station, Lux Retreat at Harbour Light Cairns I Sauna I Pool & prime Location features accommodations in Cairns with a...

F
Falknor
From
United States
The location was fantastic we were able to walk everywhere we needed. We went scuba diving with Driver's Den and they conveniently disembark from one of the nearby fingers in the marina. Isabella was a lovely host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$190.73
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing like waking up to the sound of crashing waves and the sea air floating into your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodations come in a variety of forms, from all-inclusive resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea, and outdoor pools with attached bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews

Highly rated beach hotels in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

A 15-minute walk from Cairns Station in Cairns, Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views provides accommodations with access to a hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Just a 13-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 0.6 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Esplanade Apartment features accommodations in Cairns, with a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Just 1.1 miles from Cairns Station and a 16-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery, The Condo at Northshore Tower features accommodations in Cairns North with an outdoor swimming pool.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

The Studio at Northshore Tower is located in Cairns North, just 1.5 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 2.3 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

With Cairns Station reachable in 1.2 miles, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade 54 with stunning ocean views provides accommodations, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, and a bar...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Just 1.2 miles from Cairns Station and a 17-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery, Belle Escapes 73 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Ocean & City Views features accommodations in Cairns North with an...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Just 1.2 miles from Cairns Station and a 17-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment features accommodations in Cairns North, with an...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

A 9-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center in Cairns, Belle Escapes 703 Harbour Lights Cairns Apartment with water views offers accommodations with access to a sauna, spa facilities, and fitness...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Just a 12-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 0.6 miles from Cairns Station, City Centre Unit on The Esplanade features accommodations in Cairns, with a terrace and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

With Cairns Convention Center reachable in a 8-minute walk, Belle Escapes 52 Harbour Lights with Ocean View offers accommodations, a restaurant, pool with a view, a fitness center, and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Belle Escapes 14 Harbour Lights with tranquil ocean views is located in Cairns, just a 17-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3.2 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Cairns Coastal Charmer - Your Waterfront Sanctuary offers accommodations in Cairns, a 17-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3.2 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

181 The Esplanade

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 701 reviews

Located on the stunning Cairns Esplanade, 181 The Esplanade features free WiFi and free secure underground car parking.

On the Esplanade 7

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

On the Esplanade 7 offers accommodations in Cairns, 1.9 miles from Cairns Station and 2.2 miles from Cairns Convention Center.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Tropical Comfort Pool and Stunning Esplanade is located in Cairns, just 2 miles from Cairns Station and 2.2 miles from Cairns Convention Center.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

A comfortable vacation home close to Machans Beach, Steps to Sand Machans Beach offers a base for a hassle-free stay in Machans Beach.

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Mylara Beachfront Holiday Home offers accommodations in Holloways Beach, a few steps from Holloways Beach and 7.7 miles from Cairns Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Featuring a garden, Drift Beach House Getaway provides accommodations in Holloways Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Cairns Coral Oasis - Holloways Beach is a recently renovated apartment in Holloways Beach where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, water sports, and casino.

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Just 1.2 miles from Cairns Aquarium and 1.2 miles from Cairns Aquarium, Rainforest & Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-Floor Apartment features accommodations in Cairns North with a garden.

From $490.64 per night

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Avg. price/night: $149.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Location was great. View was gorgeous, right on the beach.
Guest review byMelissa
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $149.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
The pool and surrounding resort gardens were beautiful. The apartment was spacious including great balcony, nice to hear the rolling ocean from the unit. Beachfront cafe across the road was excellent.
Guest review byMeryl
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $149.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Lovely clean unit! Beautiful breeze and right on the beach front. A 10 minute drive to Cairns city but worth every minute for a clean and comfortable bed.
Guest review bySarah
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $149.02
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Perfect location across from the beach and adjacent to Straits on the Beach Cafe bar. Well appointed inside and a balcony to relax on. Very helpful and lovely staff.
Guest review byM&J From SA
Young couple