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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.

G
G. Madison
From
United States
The locations and A\C was very good. Expresso machine and access to a kitchen was a bonus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,074 reviews
Price from
$123.61
1 night, 2 adults

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

Located in the heart of Cairns on the Esplanade, Oaks Cairns Hotel is a short walk from the beachfront boardwalk and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, as well as restaurants and bars.

A
Allira
From
Australia
Really good location, and modern clean rooms. Rooftop food is also a big plus
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,023 reviews
Price from
$165.45
1 night, 2 adults

Crystalbrook Flynn

Hotel in Cairns

Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

p
paul
From
Portugal
Location, clean, and great views.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,742 reviews
Price from
$122.92
1 night, 2 adults

Crystalbrook Bailey

Hotel in Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and bar in Cairns. Each accommodations at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

N
Nevaeh
From
Australia
The location. Night markets and Rusty’s close by. They also have their own food services ( the restaurant and cafe ) Good rooms very comfortable and lovely staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,414 reviews
Price from
$116.94
1 night, 2 adults

Crystalbrook Riley

Hotel in Cairns

Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar,...

a
amir
From
Israel
Amar the guy in the reception was very helpful and kind
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,701 reviews
Price from
$140.53
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Hotel in Cairns

The 5-star Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers luxury accommodations with stunning views of the Cairns Marlin Marina. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

J
June
From
Australia
The location is fabulous. The hotel itself is filled with friendly staff, nothing is too much trouble. It is clean, well resourced and well thought out. The chamber staff spent a great deal of time in each room, which could only mean attention to detail. The rooms were spacious and the quality of bedding, towels and robes were luxurious, we really felt very spoilt. The view from our room was spectacular, very surreal and had an enormous WoW factor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,779 reviews
Price from
$132.89
1 night, 2 adults

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.

X
XIN
From
China
The food there is good, nice customer service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,501 reviews
Price from
$87.74
1 night, 2 adults

Coral Tree Inn

Hotel in Cairns

Nestled in the heart of Cairns, close to attractions, restaurants and bars, Coral Tree Inn is a private property offering you a tropical and peaceful sanctuary.

D
Doug
From
New Zealand
Staff were very helpful, nice breakfast selection, central to our needs, relaxing and comfortable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,196 reviews
Price from
$113.43
1 night, 2 adults

Mantra Esplanade

Hotel in Cairns

Fun and flexible accommodations is waiting for you at Mantra Esplanade Cairns!

J
Jacky
From
Canada
Very clean and we appreciated the amenities in the king suite:separate bedroom and kitchenette ( fridge, hot plate, kettle for tea and coffee)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,154 reviews
Price from
$154.15
1 night, 2 adults

Pullman Cairns International

Hotel in Cairns

Pullman Cairns International is located in the center of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbor or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.

M
Michael
From
Canada
Great location. Nice view. Very comfortable beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,066 reviews
Price from
$151.49
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

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

From $96.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews

Kick back and enjoy a refreshing drink at our outdoor bar, serving up budget-friendly sips including locally brewed Coral Sea beer – perfect for those chilled pre-drinks to easily meet other travelers...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,228 reviews

Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon.

From $125.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews

Located in Cairns, a 15-minute walk from Cairns Station, Heritage Cairns Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From $233.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,100 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 874 reviews

Just one block from Cairns Esplanade and a short walk from the Cairns City Center, Comfort Inn Cains City offers 4-star refurbished rooms with a tropical contemporary design.

From $152.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Located in Cairns, a 3-minute walk from Cairns Station, The Grand Hotel Cairns provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From $86.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,359 reviews

Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodations, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.

From $115.61 per night

Hotels located in the center of Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

Located in the city center, Mercure Cairns is just a 7-minute walk from both the beautiful Esplanade and Lagoon swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is included.

From $263.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,196 reviews

Nestled in the heart of Cairns, close to attractions, restaurants and bars, Coral Tree Inn is a private property offering you a tropical and peaceful sanctuary.

From $344.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,731 reviews

The Novotel Oasis is a 4.5 star resort featuring a gorgeous lagoon pool, complete with a sandy beach, children's pool and a swim-up bar.

From $358.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews

Cairns Central Apartments is a 4.5 star apartment hotel in the heart of Cairns CBD, opposite Cairns Central Shopping Center. All units have ocean or hinterland views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 781 reviews

Located in Cairns, a 14-minute walk from Cairns Station, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $215.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,937 reviews

Conveniently located in central Cairns, Southern Cross Atrium Apartments offer access to 3 tropically landscaped pools and a fitness center with a sauna.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,849 reviews

Just 984 feet from the Cairns Esplanade, Cascade Gardens features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and covered barbecue facilities. Free Wi-Fi and a private balcony are standard in all apartments.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,414 reviews

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and bar in Cairns. Each accommodations at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

Best hotels with breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,878 reviews

Located in Cairns, a 16-minute walk from Cairns Station, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

From $315.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviews

Alivio Hotel Cairns is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city center and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.

From $218.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,742 reviews

Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,415 reviews

YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,701 reviews

Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar,...

From $727.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,023 reviews

Located in the heart of Cairns on the Esplanade, Oaks Cairns Hotel is a short walk from the beachfront boardwalk and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, as well as restaurants and bars.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews

Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,462 reviews

Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.

From $291.03 per night

FAQs about hotels in Cairns

A lush tropical paradise surrounded by the Coral Sea

Located in North Queensland, Cairns is an energetic city with lush, tropic surroundings. It is home to one of Mother Nature’s most prized creations, the offshore Great Barrier Reef. It is a haven for diving, snorkelling and adventure enthusiasts, with millions of visitors from around the globe converging on this tropical nirvana.

Several tour and charter boats depart from Cairns Pier to the Great Barrier Reef daily and Port Douglas. Buses from Cairns Central Station and the Freshwater Connection Station take tourists to the picturesque and tranquil Atherton Tablelands and Daintree National Park. Cairns Lagoon is a large man-made inlet overlooking the Coral Sea and is popular for swimming, picnics, a BBQ and sunbathing.

Cairns has shopping malls, cinema complexes and numerous cafés, eateries, restaurants, and traditional Australian pubs. A popular destination for backpackers, it has many bars, nightclubs and hostels scattered around Cairns Boulevard.

Atractions like Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, Cairns Rainforest Dome and Skyway Rainforest Cableway are easily accessible from the city. Cairns International Airport has direct access to Brisbane, Mackay, Sydney, and Darwin. Booking.com has a number of hostels, resorts and hotels in Cairns and Queensland.

Learn more about visiting Cairns

  • 237 attractions
  • 12 points of interest

What Guests Said About Cairns:

10

We didn't do our homework, could have spent longer.

We didn't do our homework, could have spent longer. We plan on returning to do some of the things we missed. The train and Skyrail trip was amazing, although we would have liked to spend longer at Kuranda. Would consider overnight there for another trip. Lot's of beautiful restaurants to visit, we were really spoilt for choice. The aquarium is an incredible destination, so informative and stunning displays. Our trip out to the Barrier reef and snorkeling off the pontoon was phenomenal. Transport via Uber was super easy, really helpful when the temperatures are so high!
Guest review by
Kirstin
New Zealand
10

Cairns has always been a central hub for all kinds of...

Cairns has always been a central hub for all kinds of visitors from backpackers to visitors in some of the elegant hotels. There are plenty of cafes, lunch and dinner venues then trips to offshore islands and outer reef for snorkeling and diving. Good airport access with domestic and some international flights as well as the famous Spirit of Queensland train to other tourist locations in Queensland through to Brisbane with connections to Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast
Guest review by
John
Australia
10

Cairns is David Attenborough's Favourite destination in the...

Cairns is David Attenborough's Favourite destination in the whole world - The mountains meet the Rainforest, which meets the sea, having The Great Barrier Reef, which is 1 of the "7 WONDERS", within the world. Cairns has so so much to offer. We had a hire car, drove up Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, Port Douglas, Tablelands. We took a Sunset Sea Yacht cruise, Raintree Crocodile Cruises, Port Douglas Lady Douglas River cruise. Cairns itself has a Night Market, a wonderful Boardwalk, a Free Swimming Pool for everyone, a fantastic boat harbour with loads of great eating around the central of Cairns. Cairns CASINO is also great for eating & a nice Casino. The locals are helpful and very friendly. Cairns has quality accommodation which is reasonably priced. We always love our time away in Cairns. Cairns weather was perfect, not a day of rain. Our Great Barrier Reef snorkling was also wonderful.
Guest review by
Peter
Australia
8.0

Cairns is a beautiful coastal town/city.

Cairns is a beautiful coastal town/city. Lots to see and do for all sorts of people travelling in a group, family or solo. Be mindful that their are a lot of homeless people around and it does get loud especially at night
Guest review by
Jimmy
Australia
10

Cairns itself has so much to offer!

Cairns itself has so much to offer! Stay at the Harbourside hotel for exceptional service, Bel, Rita and the blonde gentleman on at night were outstanding. Breakfast , cleanliness and comfort + views from balcony in room sensational. This pkace is 5 star in every sense on a 3 star budget price. Train and cable ride a must, ensure you pre book. Fishing charter with Cairns reef fishing Oz , a must do! Katch up restaurant a hidden gem with bloody good food and cocktails . Best op shop was the animal welfare and Maggies. Casino great vibe Pubs- The Cock and Bull, Pier Hotel and Crown for steak. Italian restaurant food and service is Villa Romana.
Guest review by
Nic
Australia
8.0

Cairns is only a couple of hours from the country town I...

Cairns is only a couple of hours from the country town I live in and is a great day or couple of days out. It has so many facilities for tourists and is a laid back type of place for people to enjoy a great holiday.
Guest review by
Deborah
Australia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,074 reviews
Superb room and bathroom, all modern, well maintained and clean, hotel is right next to the marina and the lagoon / esplanade But highlight is undoubtedly the friendly family team running the hotel. The manager Peter couldn’t have done any more to make my stay more enjoyable - from a fuss-free early check-in, to booking all my planned activities for me (at a discount - including a scuba trip to the Great Barrier Reef). Thanks again for a fantastic stay - nowhere else I would book in Cairns.
Guest review by
Kevin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,414 reviews
We enjoyed our stay there. Love the location of hotel, walking distance to the Esplanade, city center and Cairns Central. Had a drink at Arte Wine bar and the staff there were friendly. The King deluxe room we had was lovely, with good views, clean & tidy, a variety of teas & a Nespresso coffee machine and most importantly the bed was firm and comfortable.
Guest review by
Nancie
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Nice clean tidy apartment, bed was comfortable, bathroom was modern, aircon worked a treat. Great location to all the shops and restaurants in the city centre and esplanade. Only a block walk from the train station and Cairns Central shopping centre. Highly recommend🙂
Guest review by
Matthew
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
Apartment was great for a longer stay in Cairns, can book excursions from the ground floor office and order a taxi to the airport on site. Great location for solo female traveler - felt safe, secure etc. On the Esplanade, so close to shops, restaurants etc.
Guest review by
Liliana
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
Wonderful location right in the heart of Cairns but very quiet in the hotel. Great pool. Cute native bird in the pool area 😍 Very helpful staff. Very secure with fob entry. Close to esplanade, marina and restaurants. (Greek place next door is a favourite)
Guest review by
Christine
Australia