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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, 2,184 reviews
Price from
$119.53
1 night, 2 adults

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Hotel in Cairns

Featuring elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 820 feet from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.

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Nomin Tuvsanaa
From
Mongolia
I loved my stay at the hotel. I appreciated the two types of bottled water provided in the room, as well as the drink vouchers and game tokens. I was also allowed an early check-in and a late check-out. The staff were all very friendly and professional. I can't recommend this hotel enough, and if I ever come back to Cairns, I'll definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,681 reviews
Price from
$162.02
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.

N
Nancy
From
Canada
Location and view from the decks, good movie channels, the bed and coffee
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews
Price from
$162.02
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.

K
Kate Canizares
From
Philippines
I wish we had breakfast!!!! I hope I can come back and check in again so I can maximize my stay 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,698 reviews
Price from
$155.65
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.

j
jbgreenwood
From
United Arab Emirates
The hotel has got to be the best hotel in Cairns. It is well located near everything. The hotel it self is very new and comfortable. I really enjoyed it. The bsteak at the restaurant was sublime and my two guests absolutely enjoyed it too !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,342 reviews
Price from
$153.57
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,...

M
Michelle
From
Canada
the pool, the location, the bed, the entire place was amazing !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,592 reviews
Price from
$218.64
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.

S
Sarah
From
South Korea
Location was so convenient, close to all major activities in Cairns. If you’re looking into reef tours, the location can’t be better. Breakfast was also great, especially the egg dishes made on order. Wonderful breakfast to start the day. Staffs were also professional, and very helpful. The tour desk was exceptionally helpful in making my trips easier rather than trying to book it myself. Would definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,905 reviews
Price from
$185.45
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.

A
Alicia
From
United States
Great pools, food, and rooms were quiet and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,755 reviews
Price from
$95.82
1 night, 2 adults

Mantra Esplanade

Hotel in Cairns

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

v
vartou
From
Israel
I loved the property, the staff were very professional specially Roxy went the extra mile to find me a better room with good WiFi reception, she was awesome. The rooms were all spacious with big balconies. The location was superb across from the lagoon and all the best restaurants. I was sad to leave🤩
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
Price from
$142.50
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
MARIANNE
From
United States
Breakfast was excellent and the bed and room accommodations extremely comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,107 reviews
Price from
$161.37
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,592 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,190 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,342 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,905 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,698 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,438 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,755 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Cairns

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 778 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,369 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 622 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 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,698 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 543 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 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,218 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 794 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.

Budget hotels in Cairns and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,158 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 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,012 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews

    You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,478 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 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1,776 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with a cascading waterfall and a separate dove pool, City Sheridan Motel is centrally located in Cairns City Center.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,225 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

    Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,793 reviews

    Guests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private rooms with attached bathroom with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs!

Best hotels with breakfast in Cairns and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,917 reviews

    Centered around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is centrally located, close to all of Cairns' popular attractions.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,107 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 reviews

    Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,993 reviews

    Located on The Esplanade, Cairns Harborside Hotel offers rooms with stunning views of Trinity Bay or the surrounding mountains. Each room features a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews

    Just 10 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 25 minutes' walk from Cairns Lagoon, this 4-star hotel provides luxurious accommodations with cable TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    City Lights - Experience the Best of Cairns is located in Cairns, just a 8-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 2.6 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

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.

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What Guests Said About Cairns:

  • 8.0

    Cairns is busy and has a lot going on.

    Cairns is busy and has a lot going on. It possibly suits younger people more. If you’re after reef trips or island trips it’s perfect. If you want a less action packed pace you should probably head to Port Douglas.
    Guest review by
    Linda
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    great place to escape the cold winter in the south.

    great place to escape the cold winter in the south. excellent place to discover the rain forest or go for snorkeling at the reef. enjoyed great dinner at the Balinese Bayleaf restaurant , had great tours to Daintree Forest
    Guest review by
    Joerg Michael
    United States
  • 10.0

    Tours are great paranella park and kuranda are the 2 I...

    Tours are great paranella park and kuranda are the 2 I recommend. There is plenty to do around cairns city. Muddies playground was just 5 minutes walk to the esplanade from where we stayed its more for younger children and there is a cafe next to it where you can order extra hot coffee. And the lagoon is great for those who love the water.
    Guest review by
    Kim
  • 10.0

    Cairns is one of the best Cities to go to as it has the best...

    Cairns is one of the best Cities to go to as it has the best of both worlds. As you the amazing Reef to discover and then you have the hinterland as well. Lots of places to eat and a wide variety of cuisines.
    Guest review by
    Karen
    Australia
  • 10.0

    August is great in Cairns with plenty of festivals happening...

    August is great in Cairns with plenty of festivals happening. Great weather too. We have had mini staycations in Cairns as we only live an hour away and it the past month we have had Italian,Filipino,Japanese,Indonesian festivals with an Indian festival next week and the Cairns Festival next month. Plenty of activities and food options.
    Guest review by
    Norman
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Much to do City re many tours and sights, reef or islands by...

    Much to do City re many tours and sights, reef or islands by boat or helicopter; dinner boat cruise, many day trips to Atherton tablelands or train ride to Kuranda and Skyrail Cable Car. New Tomb of Pharoahs exhibition specific to Cairns, various Museums and many restaurants and cafes with a wide variety of cuisines. Good inexpensive bus network and a central railway station. Ferris wheel and lagoon centrally located in park lands. Helipad near Marina for easy access to the reefs and beyond. Airport only 15 minutes by car. Locals are friendly. A safe and interesting city to visit.
    Guest review by
    Frank
    Australia

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  • From $191.31 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,698 reviews
    The location is perfect walking distance to most of the attraction and restaurants . Cairns Aquarium is only at the back of the hotel, and Esplanade is just a few minutes' walk , where you can book some reef cruises. The area is peaceful and quiet. The pool is great as well as the people. They are all helpful and courteous. Special mention to Mr. Japanese reception who went all the way to our room to help me with the casting.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Australia
  • From $181.55 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,703 reviews
    Really appreciated the helpful friendly staff who went out of their way to show us where to find the best of Cairns and it’s many attractions. The hotel was so centrally located y yet quiet, within walking distance of shops restaurants and attractions and right across the road from the Esplanade and the best early morning coffee at Muddys! The room was so clean and comfortable, had great views and was very well appointed.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    Australia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
    Well-equipped room, with kitchenette and in-room laundry facilities. The room was very quiet, and the hotel is located on the fringe of the CBD. Esplanade, Cairns Central and CBD shopping and dining are all within easy walking distance. The room was very clean, and the staff knowledgeable and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Mark
    Australia
  • From $587.58 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews
    The position however is good close to the Cairns CBD, North Cairns Swimming pool, Esplanade walking and Dunwoody’s hotel. The Guyala Café nearby is a very nice spot. The front swimming pool is good. The staff were good.
    Guest review by
    Scott Beasley
    Australia
  • From $201.07 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews
    Great value for money. Located only a few blocks walk from night markets, Esplanade and Cairns Central. We love this hotel and would not stay anywhere else.
    Guest review by
    Deanne
    Australia

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