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Crystalbrook Flynn
Located in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.
Hotel Tropiq
Situated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.
Coral Tree Inn
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.
Crystalbrook Riley
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,...
Sunshine Tower Hotel
Cairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Located on the Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers guests stunning views from private balconies and provides easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal,...
Hides Hotel
Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodation, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.
Mantra Trilogy
Located on the Cairns Esplanade in the city centre, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodation with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean.
Park Regis City Quays
Park Regis City Quays comprises modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms, nearby the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal.
Pullman Cairns International
Pullman Cairns International is located in the centre of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbour or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.
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Cairns's best hotels with breakfast
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,748 reviewsThe 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.
Lagoon Pool and service when unable to access room.
The Benson Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 201 reviewsOfficially opening our doors on 1 July 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.
Good place to stay and great staff who took care of us very well
Acacia Court Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,431 reviewsAcacia Court Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation in a waterfront location on the Cairns Esplanade. The hotel’s large outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers.
Reasonable price for good view. Not too far from town
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,303 reviewsCentred around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns has undergone refurbishment and now boasts newly renovated rooms.
Great location, loved the atrium, comfortable room.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,321 reviewsOverlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.
Friendly staff. The opportunity to claim vouchers.
Mercure Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 463 reviewsLocated in the city centre, Mercure Cairns is just a 7-minute walk from both the beautiful Esplanade and Lagoon swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is included.
Rooms were lovely, we enjoyed the pool area too - great location
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 733 reviewsWith its impeccably private and tropical ambience, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre is a 4-star resort hotel superbly positioned one block from the famous Cairns Esplanade in the central business...
Close proximity to Esplanade, restaurants and cafes.
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 971 reviewsJust 10 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 25 minutes' walk from Cairns Lagoon, this 4-star hotel provides luxurious accommodation with cable TV.
From Start to finish we enjoyed the Cairns Sheridan
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Hotel Tropiq
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1,615 reviewsSituated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.
Comfortable room, close to shops and tourist sites
Hides Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 1,629 reviewsLocated in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodation, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.
Excellent location, clean, convenient and good staff
Bungalow Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 175 reviewsLocated in Cairns, 1.7 km from Cairns Station, Bungalow Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Great price for a clean and comfortable older style room.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 7,463 reviewsSet in Cairns, 3.3 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
It is so relaxing Easy to get to Clean and Friendly
Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 1,566 reviewsExperience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Friendly helpful staff, very clean, great location, great pool
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,451 reviewsFeaturing elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 250 metres from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.
Having stayed here before it always exceeds our expectations.
City Quays Accommodation
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 140 reviewsSituated in Cairns, within 400 metres of Cairns Convention Centre and 1.1 km of Cairns Station, City Quays Accommodation features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...
The location was perfect, really enjoyed my stay ☺️
Escape On Lake
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 242 reviewsSituated in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake provides a tour desk and free WiFi.
All Facilities, Lactation, Could walk the hole town.
Hotels located in the centre of Cairns
Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 391 reviewsOffering a restaurant, a bar and a children's playroom, Balaclava Hotel is an 8-minute drive from the Cairns Esplanade. It features air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.
Really great beds. Clean facility. Nice accomodations
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 1,482 reviewsLocated on The Esplanade opposite Trinity Bay, Cairns Plaza Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and free on-site parking. All rooms have a private balcony.
Great staff, room and location. Highly recommended
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 328 reviewsFeaturing a bar, a restaurant and regular live entertainment, The Edge Hill Tavern is 10 minutes' drive from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Airport. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV.
Location is in a great area close to alot of shops
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,965 reviewsLocated on the Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers guests stunning views from private balconies and provides easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal,...
Great location , large rooms, efficient and polite
Sunshine Tower Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,072 reviewsCairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.
Very clean. Location close to town. Very friendly staff
Mantra Esplanade
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,265 reviewsLocated opposite the Cairns Esplanade, Mantra Esplanade boasts waterfront accommodation with a balcony offering ocean or city views.
Close to everything. Good size. Clean and comfortable.
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 729 reviewsLocated on The Esplanade, Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers rooms with stunning views of Trinity Bay or the surrounding mountains. Each room boasts a balcony.
Big rooms, comfy bed, great bar, restaurant and pool
Mantra Trilogy
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,795 reviewsLocated on the Cairns Esplanade in the city centre, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodation with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean.
You've finally got comfortable beds!! Well done 👏
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 such as Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, Cairns Rainforest Dome and Skyway Rainforest Cableway are easily accessible from the city. Cairns International Airport offers direct access to Brisbane, Mackay, Sydney, and Darwin. Booking.com has a number of hostels, resorts and hotels in Cairns and Queensland.
What guests said about Cairns:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
The environment in general is the thing I liked the most.
The environment in general is the thing I liked the most. There is little opportunity to interact with people outside of those in our circle of the delegation, including the hosts and those slotted in the program, during that trip. I would like to see more people to people interaction.AAnonymous - 10Scored 10
Excellent location.
Excellent location. You may not need a rented car if you stay in the central location. We stayed here for 5 days. Went to Great Barrier Reef, Green Island, Used the sky rail to go to Kurandra and came back by Scenic Rail. Snorkling at both Green Island and Great Barrier Reef was too good.VivekAustralia - 10Scored 10
Brilliant clean pool in apartment.
Brilliant clean pool in apartment. We did Kuranda tour the train to the top of mountain and the cable car over the rainforest/ Green Island tour, where we enjoyed the glass bottom boat, snorkelling, and seeing the large crocodile that was recovering from an injury on the island. We also did Daintree crocodile river tour and we saw 3 crocodiles, went swiming in Rossman Gorge. The tours were fantastic and so was Cairns, we had the holiday of a life time. Thankyou to everyone for the wonderful tours.
karenUnited Kingdom - 4.0Scored 4.0
I wasn't too keen, it was a humid sweatbox and I didn't feel...
I wasn't too keen, it was a humid sweatbox and I didn't feel particularly safe at night walking the streets. Plenty to do activity wise during the day. The Croc Bar was the best bit. $10 steak & fires. Night market is just tat and the food places within the night market aren't great. Decent-ish night-life and the drinks are cheaper than the big city's.
DanielUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Petrol station was close also our toilet seat was very lose...
Petrol station was close also our toilet seat was very lose almost fell off it when I just got to sit on it twisted wasn’t happy.also I more thing i thought when we got go the hotel it was going to be easy go there get the key for room we got there the ph didn’t work we had to use our mobile finally got to wherever the another reception was wasn’t at the hotel we were at than I had to pay another $128 on top of the room I already paid for wasn’t mentioned until we got there and before I actually got the pin code for our key for our room plus numbers of the rooms weren’t really easy to find got the room and directions when we check in people just got there and didn’t know who to call no directions cleaners need to clean facilities properlyNatishaAustralia - 6.0Scored 6.0
We flew into Cairns from Sydney to see The Daintree...
We flew into Cairns from Sydney to see The Daintree Rainforest & Mossman Gorge before picking up a motor home for a week, so for us it was more of a stop over than a destination. Not overly impressed with Cairns, but to be fair it was a very fleeting visit, and we may well have missed the best bits.DavidUnited Kingdom
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- From £164.51 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 2,857 reviewsThe Hotel is located in an excellent location, very near to all tourist attractions in Cairns as well as to Bars, Restaurants and the Harbor. We have been welcome by a friendly reception staff and could direct get into our room. The hotel is very clean and takes care on environmentally friendly use of products and tools / equipment. Even it is close to the neighboring bars / restaurants, the rooms are quiet. Access to the hotel guests areas are secured by suitable access control.ThiloMagerGermany
- From £148.84 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 2,784 reviewsLocation of the hotel is perfect to explore Cairns CBD. The one bedroom apartments are very modern and are located on level 1 to 4. They only get serviced every third day but you can get fresh towels or any missing bathroom items by informing Reception and they will bring it to your room. The walk-in shower is nice and the water pressure is good! The bed was very comfortable with not too soft pillows. We did not eat at the hotel so cannot comment on their food.
YvonneAustralia - From £160.33 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 2,279 reviewsExcellent stay at oaks Cairns. The location was perfect - right across from the esplanade pool and very close to the reef terminal, lots of places to eat nearby to! The rooftop bar was a stunning place to have a coffee while watching the sunrise over the coral sea! Staff were wonderful, I had to make a few changes to my stay and they were always very helpful. The shower was probably the best ever I’ve had in a hotel!AAnonymousAustralia
- From £97.14 per night7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1,769 reviewsOlder style but very clean and comfortable with good instructions for late night entry. Close proximity to the Cairns Esplanade and some lovely coffee shops for breakfast. Arrived after midnight on a late flight - this hotel is one of the closest to the airport - only $19 for taxi. Hotel cost just over $100, a real bargain, given an unexpected overnight stop thanks to Jetstar changes to an international flight.MargaretAustralia
- From £66.33 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 415 reviewsI really appreciated my stay in this hostel :) My shared room was kept clean and tidy, the kitchen and the dinning room were sufficiently equipped (with coffee and tea at our disposal), the location was ideal (close to everything), the staff was attentive to my needs ans I met wonderful people. I can only recommend staying in this hotel if you want to enjoy Cairns !LarocheFrance
- From £146.23 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,303 reviews- Location is great, $20-25 taxi one-way from Airport to the Hotel. Very close walk to Cairns esplanade and everything on offer. - The view from the Ocean View King Room is great, and you really appreciate the beauty throughout the various times of day. - Bathroom was modern. - Majority of staff were very friendly and helpful.
BenjaminAustralia - 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 644 reviewsView from Level 7 is great and the location was a convenient walk to the main part of Cairns with all the restaurants and cafes. The unit was very big - with two bedrooms, a kitchen, a laundry, living area and two bathrooms - suited our family needs very well. The pool at the property was good - it seemed well maintained.
LidiaAustralia - From £72.59 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,431 reviewsSpacious room with balcony, sea view and hot buffet breakfast that's on the esplanade, has free parking and is a pleasant walk from all you need in Cairns. It's great. Only down side is that it's an old, large hotel that you could say needs modernisation but that was reflected in the price. We would use it again.KevinUnited Kingdom
- From £86.17 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 1,330 reviewsSimple hotel but with a nice vibe. The staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant, which is part of the hotel, is very good and definitely worth a visit. Not a negative, but in case important to people, the location is about a 20-minute walk from the Esplanade and the more buzzy areas of Cairns.NualaUnited Kingdom
- From £146.23 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,303 reviewsThe staff was amazing from check in to check out. They even stored my luggage while I did a scuba liveaboard. The hotel itself is older but the rooms have been renovated. The gym was sufficient. The location is perfect right at the Esplanade. Easy to walk for food, leisure or the incredible sunsets.JodiUnited States
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 35 reviewsOur planned arrival time changed several times, including on the day of arrival. David was really very responsive and, well, forgiving. The location is especially good for anyone who wants a place near the airport for a next-day departure, while MUCH nicer and quieter than a typical airport hotel.
EricUnited States - From £104.94 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 3,268 reviewsAn excellent location. It is within walking distance to the Esplanade and Cairns Private Hospital. I enjoyed the upgrade. Although the motel is showing it age in places, it is clean. The reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. The full breakfast was excellent value.JudithAustralia
- From £133.70 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,321 reviewsour room was lovely and very clean, we enjoyed the pool area and the location of the hotel was great and so convenient to the tourist hub of Cairns, the breakfast was more than adequate with a great choice and the staff in your breakfast area were exceptionally helpful.
paul darrenAustralia - 5.7Scored 5.7Above averageRated okay· 1,150 reviewsI liked the fact that the hotel was on the bus route for great transportation into Cairns City. I liked that I booked through booking.com for a cheaper rate. I liked that the staff where fantastic and doing there best to provide comfort.BenAustralia
- From £131.61 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,795 reviewsThe hotel is perfectly located, the room was perfect with a great view of the Esplanade and the sea. I like the fact that the rooms are not serviced daily from a sustainability aspect and allowing "sleep ins" to be uninterrupted.CaledAustralia
- From £143.66 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,451 reviewsThe location of the hotel was perfect, so close to Cairns centre, the marina and the Esplanade. The beds are soooo comfy!! Slept better than ever every night. The staff were so friendly, so eager to please and help.
RuthUnited Kingdom - From £154.30 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,254 reviewsThe hotel itself is possible the most beautiful in Cairns with a magnificent lobby and entry. The refurbished rooms were gorgeous and the Harbour view was amazing!
OlaAustralia - From £124.82 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,965 reviewsGreat hotel in a very central location, close to all the action of the Cairns Esplanade. Would definitely stay again! Very clean and comfortable.BradleyAustralia
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 644 reviewsWell maintained, generous sized apartments with quality appliances. easy access to Cairns CBD and Esplanade.BrettAustralia
- From £47 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 1,363 reviewsCheap hotel, well located. Staff was friendlyBBrendaAustralia
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