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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.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.
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.
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,...
Hilton Cairns
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
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.
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Located 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Cairns's best hotels with breakfast
Pullman Cairns International
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,220 reviewsPullman 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.
Spacious, loved the couch for 3 adults and 1 toddler. Clean.
Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 1,624 reviewsExperience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Breakfast with a view and friendly service, it was excellent!!
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,734 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.
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,453 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.
Room was great, bed comfy as, spa bath was awesome
The Benson Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 254 reviewsOfficially opening our doors on 1 July 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.
Location, comfortable beds, pool and amazing decor.
Acacia Court Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,323 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· 2,257 reviewsCentred around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns has undergone refurbishment and now boasts newly renovated rooms.
Excellent room service Full Breakfast on Mothers Day
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,178 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.
Budget hotels in Cairns
City Quays Accommodation
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 149 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 hotel8.2Scored 8.2Very 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.
Bungalow Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 186 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.
5.8Scored 5.8Above averageRated okay· 741 reviewsOffering free WiFi and a swimming pool, Crystal Garden Resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns airport and 5 mins from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
Amazingly comfy bed, small but very clean and cosy.
Club Wyndham Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotelSet 7 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Club Wyndham Cairns offers 4-star accommodation in Cairns and has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.
Hotels located in the centre of Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 1,490 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 Balaclava Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 395 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
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 324 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· 2,018 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
Park Regis City Quays
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,605 reviewsPark 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.
Really enjoyed my stay and had the best experience.
Sunshine Tower Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,043 reviewsCairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.
Loved how clean and tidy the apartment was and so bright
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 963 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
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 753 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
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
Cairns is a fantastic little city that is a gateway to some...
Cairns is a fantastic little city that is a gateway to some of Australia's beautiful natural sights. There are many tours on offer from Cairns to see the Daintree Rainforest or the Great Barrier Reef. The nightlife is good and there are plenty of restaurants and bars to refuel after big days of activities.MandyCharltonAustralia - 10Scored 10
Cairns is both a hub of activity and a gateway to adventures...
Cairns is both a hub of activity and a gateway to adventures within a few hours of travel. It has an ambient climate with all the services and culture you’d expect of a much bigger city. There is so much to do in cairns and the public transport system is both convenient and well run. There are so many adventures to be had on the Great Barrier Reef, Green Island and Fitzroy Island. Mission Beach, The Atherton Tablelands and The Daintree are all a day trip from Cairns.CarlaAustralia - 10Scored 10
Experience where the Locals shop and goto Rusty’s Markets on...
Experience where the Locals shop and goto Rusty’s Markets on Friday - Saturday and Sunday for all your fresh fruit and vegetables. Local food cuisines through to the vibrance and hospitality of different cultures in on melting pot of happiness.
DarrenAustralia - 10Scored 10
Positive: Skyrail and historic train, nature, pool in Cairns...
Positive: Skyrail and historic train, nature, pool in Cairns, boardwalk, Botanical Gardens (absolute highlight!!!). Don't miss Emerald Creek Ice Creamery - lots of varieties and very yummy! Dundee's restaurant offered outstanding food and an incredible venue with a massive fish tank to look at while dining, it's pricey, but worth it. The Daintree is as exciting as ever. Solar Whisper Croc Cruise was really good. Daytrip to Atherton Tablelands was lovely. Rusty's market is a must! Only downside of Cairns: dining is fairly expensive in general.
IngeAustralia - 10Scored 10
We went at the start of the dry season.
We went at the start of the dry season. The weather was very warm but still humid. Cairns central has great public facilities. The swimming lagoon is fantastic for all ages and has surf lifesavers in attendance. BBQ cookers all along the Esplanade, excellent playgrounds. Muddy Waters in particular, the kids went crazy. Of course you go for the reef trips and the train trip and the Skyrail up to Kuranda village. A lovely day out in beautiful rainforest. Port Douglas and Mossman are a drive north if you have the time, they are another must see in this scenic part of north Queensland. A drive up onto the Tablelands opens up a different part of the area. Natural and historical attractions. It's worth the drive.
RobynAustralia - 4.0Scored 4.0
A worn and sadly lacking site.
A worn and sadly lacking site. It has all the hallmarks of investors who rake in the money but don't spend any money or maintenance and improvements. They could raise their star rating if they cared to invest in renovation., The lady at the front desk was very friendly;y. What a shame she has to represent such a sad venue.BrooksAustralia
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- From € 157.16 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 3,509 reviewsOur view, was a sea view, even though we were by the Marina. It looked over part of the esplanade which we liked. The hotel was across from the Reef Terminal, which was great as I was wondering how far we would have to walk to get there. I had booked the tour from home. Not even a five minute walk. The hotel was close to many restaurants, just below or along the boardwalk. We did some walking around town for souvenirs and shopping and even managed to go to the Cairns Aquarium.ChristinaAustralia
- From € 211.39 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,493 reviewsThe location is ok, close to the city. We hired a car, it's easier in Cairns if you want to explore all the beauties that the region is offering. We had an apartment which was ok, we had the chance to wash our clothes and to cook some meals (which is not bad if you travel for 40 days). We had to spend some times in the apartment, due to heavy rain and floods. likely the hotel is not situated next to rivers. The staff is super kind.
anissaSwitzerland - 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 708 reviewsFantastic apartment, loved our stay and perfect for all the family. Children loved the pool facilities and great outdoor area for us all.Staff were very accommodating and helped out lending us strollers for our stay. Location was probably the best in Cairns- beautiful views of the waterfront and esplanade and close to muddys playground and restaurants, shops and night markets. Just had the best holiday 😀Can’t wait to book again
JenniAustralia - From € 180.74 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 3,280 reviewsTidy hotel with a nice pool, not too far from the Cairns Esplanade. The room was comfortable, with a good air con and serviced well. Plenty of free parking on the street outside. A few more deck chairs around the pool would be helpful, but the pool itself was never too crowded. Doors slam shut quite loudly, but otherwise it's a very quiet hotel. Wifi was free but very weak and slow.GregoryAustralia
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 143 reviewsJackie met us on arrival, she was very friendly and gave us a tour of the complex. The unit is bright and very clean. The kitchenette has good facilities. The location was perfect for us:- walking to distance to Cairns Central, the city, the esplanade, the waterfront and restaurants. The unit is good value of money.
PaulAustralia - 9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 203 reviewsEnjoyed our stay at this very comfortable & cute property. Photos are accurate and bed is soft. Instructions to access property were clear. Location is good - short drive to town and airport. The basic breakfast they left in the fridge was a very nice bonus too! Perfect stopover for our one night in Cairns.OliviaUnited States
- From € 177.69 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 2,258 reviewsLocation was practically unmatched, amazing rooftop bar and the room was simple, but stylish and comfortable. The hotel was walking distance to pretty much anything worth seeing in Cairns City: the lagoon, Ferris Wheel, local restaurants, the esplanade, the aquarium, the art gallery, and much more.
KalebAustralia - From € 67.40 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 3,384 reviewsThe staff were friendly and very helpful. I was pleased with the room on both visits as it was comfortable and clean. The outdoor areas were well maintained and user friendly. The hotel was also only a short 10 minute walk to the centre of Cairns. Would gladly recommend this hotel.KathrynAustralia
- From € 91.30 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 7,409 reviewsHotel has multiple pools and place for kids. Multiple pools, restaurants. Rooms are clean. The hotel is not so far from the city but you still need to call for Uber or taxi to get there. If you book tour you are pick up from hotel. Close to the airport.AlvaroColombia
- From € 150.73 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,734 reviewsThe hotel had a great atmosphere with very clean and bright rooms. The pool area was very bustling and spacious and offered many activities. The location of the hotel is one block from the esplanade which allowed us to walk to dinner every night.KatieUnited States
- From € 202.37 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,453 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 € 147.67 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,697 reviewsBeautiful view from my room balcony of the pool area and Cairns Esplanade/ocean. My bed was comfortable, bathroom was big, and the hotel is a close walk to all the essentials. You can also smoke on the balcony.KenAustralia
- 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 2,504 reviewsApartments were clean and very close to amenities and pools and spa to keep kids entertained.close to Cairns Central Plaza and carins statio .just 10 mins fro. Esplanade.would recommend it stronglyJavariaAustralia
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 118 reviewsJackie is a very nice and friendly host. She takes care of your comfort and does everything to address your expectations. Highly recommend to book this apartment for everyone traveling to Cairns.
ParisaArtinAustralia - 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 120 reviewsAbsolute value for money, Clean, quiet and comfortable. It has the privacy and connivence of a hotel on a hostel budget. Host also does airport pickup/dropoff for a small fee.
DevAustralia - 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 92 reviewsSusan, was outstanding with her approach in welcoming us to the apartment. The family loved the apartment and decided we choose Vale Vista Luxury on our next trip to CairnsSamPapua New Guinea
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 430 reviewsGreat location, opposite Cairns central, walking distance to Rusty's markets and easy flat walk to Esplanade. Plenty of room in apartment for family to spread outErinAustralia
- From € 104.16 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 2,586 reviewsThe closeness to the Esplanade for walking into Cairns City, short walk to the bus stop and the bed was comfortable. Close to Cairns Airport.AndreaAustralia
- From € 143.99 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 2,785 reviewsWe like everything. The position of the hotel so close to Cairns Esplanade,the facilities of the hotel ,the room and so helpful staff.PenkaAustralia
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,605 reviewsGreat apartment with all amenities necessary to explore Cairns! Walking distance to all central restaurants and activities!JayUnited States
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