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Travellers Oasis, hotel in 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...

Great location, friendly staff, good amenities, clean & the most AMAZING outdoor shower
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,387 reviews
Price from$84.54per night
JDs Tropical stays, hotel in Cairns

JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities.

Old world charm and hospitality, new world conveniences and location location and the beautiful resident Labrador!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
42 reviews
Price from$106.17per night
Martyn st house, hotel in Cairns

Martyn st house offers accommodations in Cairns, 1.3 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 2.4 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

Great property for big families or groups. Clean, comfortable and well facilitated. Very helpful owner, eager to please. Close to city and cruise terminal.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
58 reviews
Price from$240.64per night
Cairns Colonial Club Resort, hotel in Cairns

Located in Cairns, 2.1 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Great pools and really well maintained. Kids had an excellent time on the slide. Great breakfast at the restaurant which is a really nice outdoor setup by the main pool. We had a superior room which looked recently renovated and was clean and had a little balcony. The regular rooms look very motel-like - basic and dont have any outdoor space of their own.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
7,359 reviews
Price from$92.76per night
Palm Royale Cairns, hotel in Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns is set among 2.5 acres of beautiful tropical gardens and offers rooms with a private balcony and pool or garden views. It features 2 swimming pools and a spa pool.

Room with pool and garden view was stunning. Balcony. Supermarket across the road Parking was ok but a little walk. Great pools
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
3,639 reviews
Price from$67.86per night
YHA Cairns Central, hotel in Cairns

YHA Cairns Central is located just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free WiFi hotspot.

Location
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,876 reviews
Price from$74.71per night
Dreamtime Travellers Rest, hotel in 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.

Perfect environment
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,042 reviews
Price from$71.37per night
Travellers Paradise, hotel in Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Paradise Travelers Rest offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.

Cleanliness, location
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,380 reviews
Price from$119.73per night
The Village Cairns, hotel in Cairns

Located in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within a 9-minute walk, The Village Cairns provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi...

The location was great, and the staff too, especially the free yoga with Tina was a great hostel activity
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Price from$74.71per night
Global Backpackers Cairns, hotel in Cairns

Global Backpackers Waterfront is located on the Cairns Esplanade waterfront and the Lagoon, boardwalk, marina, restaurants, shops and nightlife are a short walk away.

Booked a mixed dorm and asked if theres a femail avalible, they kindly moved me to a mixed dorm that had only girls in it and that was brriliant!! Thanks!
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
1,822 reviews
Price from$105.51per night
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  • YHA Cairns Central
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,879 reviews

    YHA Cairns Central is located just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free WiFi hotspot.

    Very clean, very socially for backpackers like my self

  • Summer House Backpackers Cairns
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,551 reviews

    Summer House Backpackers Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.

    Took a while to check in, not enough staff on the desk at that time.

  • Mad Monkey Village
    Breakfast options
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,128 reviews

    Refurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.

    Breakfast free every morning 👍 Super clean, respectfully! Perfect 💯

  • Mumma's Hostel Cairns
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 543 reviews

    Mumma's Hostel Cairns has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairns.

    Very good hostel, clean, good vibe, friendly staff

  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 217 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Cairns Station and 1.2 miles from Cairns Convention Center, Estilo Bed and Breakfast features accommodations in Cairns, with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

    Clean, spacious, comfy beds, nice breakfast included

  • Seven @Aquarius
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    A 16-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center in Cairns, Seven @Aquarius offers accommodations with access to a fitness room and steam room.

  • Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse in Cairns City
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 12 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 300 yards from Cairns Magistrates Court, Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse in Cairns City features accommodations in Cairns with an outdoor swimming...

    The property was very nice and was very well equipped with everything.

  • JDs Tropical stays
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 42 reviews

    JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities.

    Everything was beatifully prepared & cared for .

Great access to the city center! Check these cheap hotels in Cairns

  • 'Southern Cross Experience' Resort-style Living
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Just a 7-minute walk from Cairns Station and one mile from Cairns Convention Center, 'Southern Cross Experience' Resort-style Living features accommodations in Cairns with a garden.

  • The Abbott - Resort-style Vibes in Cairns CBD
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    The Abbott - Resort-style Vibes in Cairns CBD offers accommodations in Cairns, a 8-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 2.7 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

  • Stylish waterfront apartment
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Stylish waterfront apartment offers accommodations in Cairns, a 8-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 2.7 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

  • Waterfront Sub-Penthouse Apartment in City Centre
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and a terrace, Waterfront Sub-Penthouse Apartment in City Centre in Cairns is close to Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Center.

  • Lux Waterfront - prime location Pool Gym & Sauna
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a fitness center and a casino, Lux Waterfront - prime location Pool Gym & Sauna in Cairns is close to Cairns Convention Center and Cairns Station.

  • Mountain Air and Modern Flair 'Your Cairns Getaway'
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Mountain Air and Modern Flair 'Your Cairns Getaway' is located in Cairns, just a 13-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 2.3 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Comfortable feeling, heaps of Space, tv in all rooms Amazing location, great city view, privacy, having everything you need in one place.

  • Beautiful Penthouse with Private Rooftop Spa, Gym, TV
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    A 13-minute walk from Cairns Station in Cairns, Beautiful Penthouse with Private Rooftop Spa, Gym, TV features accommodations with access to a fitness room.

  • Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within 1.2 miles of Cairns Station and 1.4 miles of Cairns Convention Center.

  • 3 BEDROOM CBD WATERFRONT LUXURY APARTMENT
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    3 BEDROOM CBD WATERFRONT LUXURY APARTMENT is located in Cairns, just 3.1 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.6 miles from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

  • Cairns Luxury Seaview Apartment
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 69 reviews

    Cairns Luxury Seaview Apartment is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can take a dip in the rooftop pool and make the most of the free Wifi, garden, and terrace.

    The location, the amenities, the cleanliness was superb.

  • 'The Dreamscape' Sea View Serenity on the Esplanade
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    'The Dreamscape' Sea View Serenity on the Esplanade is located in Cairns, just a 11-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 2.3 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Beautiful balcony area with amazing views & hot tub very nice

  • Cairns Luxury Waterview Apartment
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 67 reviews

    Cairns Luxury Waterview Apartment is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the garden and bar.

    Great view and walking distance to the main part of town.

  • Stunning Coastal 3 Bedroom Apartment in Cairns CBD
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 12 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Cairns Station and 500 yards from Cairns Regional Gallery, Stunning Coastal 3 Bedroom Apartment in Cairns CBD features accommodations in Cairns with barbecue facilities.

    Ideal location, stylish apartment, easy communication with host.

  • Coastal Chic in Heart of Cairns with Rooftop Pool
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Coastal Chic in Heart of Cairns with Rooftop Pool is located in Cairns, just 2.6 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.1 miles from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

  • Pool View City Centre Apartment 202
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Just a 11-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 400 yards from Cairns Electorate Office, Pool View City Centre Apartment 202 features accommodations in Cairns with barbecue facilities.

    Well appointed, spacious, great layout, comfortable beds

  • Martyn st house
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 58 reviews

    Martyn st house offers accommodations in Cairns, 1.3 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 2.4 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Spacious place. Well equipped. Good space outside for pets.

  • Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the rooftop pool and terrace.

    Good location, within walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shopping centre.

  • Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 45 reviews

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

    Location was fantastic and the host is very friendly.

  • Afternoon Delight
    Central location
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Afternoon Delight offers accommodations in Cairns, a 10-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    location is great, apartment is lovely and welcoming

  • Seascape
    Central location
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 15 reviews

    Seascape offers accommodations in Cairns, a 17-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3.1 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    It has very good ocean view and 3 good sized bedrooms for big families.

  • Travellers Oasis
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,387 reviews

    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...

    Great place, nice pool, enough space, good people!

  • Easy Coastal Living in Cairns with Rooftop Pool
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Easy Coastal Living in Cairns with Rooftop Pool offers accommodations in Cairns, a 9-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 2.6 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

  • Inner City Gem - Stunning Views
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 400 yards from Cairns Electorate Office, Inner City Gem - Stunning Views features accommodations in Cairns with a terrace.

  • Stylish Park View City Apartment 103
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Just a 11-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 400 yards from Cairns Electorate Office, Stylish Park View City Apartment 103 features accommodations in Cairns with a terrace.

  • 'Luxury Waterfront' Spectacular Oasis in the City
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1 review

    'Luxury Waterfront' Spectacular Oasis in the City is located in Cairns, just 1.4 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 2.2 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

  • 101 High-rise Apartment with Panoramic Ocean Views
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Cairns Aquarium and 0.7 miles from Cairns Electorate Office, 101 High-rise Apartment with Panoramic Ocean Views features accommodations in Cairns with a garden.

  • 325 Harbour Lights with Garden View
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    325 Harbour Lights with Garden View is located in Cairns, just a 17-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3.2 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Excellent location unit was beautiful and good size would stay again

  • The Reef Pad, ideally located with a stellar view!
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    The Reef Pad, ideally located with a stellar view! is located in Cairns, just a 17-minute walk from The Cairns Civic Theater and 3.2 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

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  • The Village Cairns
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,283 reviews

    Located in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within a 9-minute walk, The Village Cairns provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi...

    Super friendly staff, lots of events on, clean room

  • Travellers Paradise
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,380 reviews

    Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Paradise Travelers Rest offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.

    Peter very helpful and accommodating very modern facility

  • Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,042 reviews

    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.

    Great place. Nice chilled vibes. Stayed here twice!

  • Heritage Cairns Hotel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,024 reviews

    Heritage, 1640 feet from Cairns Esplanade, offers suites and studios a 15-minute walk from Cairns Central Station. It features a swimming pool and a garden with a BBQ.

    Xenia was amazing and made our stay very memorable!

  • Palm Royale Cairns
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,639 reviews

    Palm Royale Cairns is set among 2.5 acres of beautiful tropical gardens and offers rooms with a private balcony and pool or garden views. It features 2 swimming pools and a spa pool.

    Bed was super comfy and the pool area is exceptional

  • Cairns Colonial Club Resort
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,346 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 2.1 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    We didnt use any of the facilities. Only the room

  • City Quays Accommodation
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 164 reviews

    Located in Cairns, within a 4-minute walk of Cairns Convention Center and 0.7 miles of Cairns Station, City Quays Accommodation has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well...

    The location was perfect, really enjoyed my stay ☺️

  • Mad Monkey Waterfront
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 460 reviews

    At Mad Monkey Waterfront we offer an affordable and clean accommodations in the heart of Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

    The kitchen is very clean and it's easy to cook. The staff is also very nice.

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  • Avg. price/night: $72.09
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,128 reviews
    This is the ideal hostel! The location, the premises are very clean and the staff is really great! Plus the free breakfast is very good! Many thanks to Mad Monkey Village! I will come back!!!
    mardinli
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,018 reviews
    Location, location, location. Ideally situated, very clean, comfortable with excellent facilitues
    Fay
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $117.67
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,604 reviews
    Didn’t have breakfast. Location was excellent. Staff all friendly and helpful. Room very clean and affordable.
    Hazel
    Group
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 417 reviews
    Rooms were very clean, spacious and location ideal.
    Jennifer
    Group
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,822 reviews
    Private room with bathroom was affordable Good location, short walk to everything and short ride to the airport. Nice kitchen with balcony Some deals with local establishments available.
    Carlijn
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 568 reviews
    The apartment was ideal for our family. Excellent location, very clean, great amenities, very easy access to pool
    Cassie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $252.31
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,838 reviews
    Location was ideal, very clean & modern rooms. Great bathroom.
    Marissa
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $119.73
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,380 reviews
    Great location. Totally affordable price and exceeded my expectations for budget accommodation. Newly renovated so everything felt fresh and clean. Didn’t use the pool as we weren’t there long enough. Kitchen facilities were good. Aircon in each room is great.
    Alice
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $209.06
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 617 reviews
    Very clean, relaxing and good amenities. Simplicity check in/out. Serene view with balcony, pool and BBQ area. Additional bed provided.  simper Secure Parking. Good location. Clean. Aircon Just what we needed with the hectic week we had. Couldn’t be more happy, and cheap especially split between a group. Thank you guys!
    Monique
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $208.73
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,220 reviews
    A beautiful hotel in the ideal location of Cairns. Within few minutes walking distance of the promenade and reef terminal. Modern rooms and very clean. Loved having the washing machine and dryer facilities. Staff are really efficient and helpful. Lovely Nespresso coffee station in the public lounge with loads of items to choose from.
    KPS (Suresh)
    Young couple

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