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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.

T
Tracey
From
South Africa
We only spent a night and flew out early the next morning - the accommodation was great, spacious and comfortable. The staff super helpful - thank you Ben!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,085 reviews
Price from
$125.77
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.

R
Rebecca
From
United States
Close to everything, clean, comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,035 reviews
Price from
$163.21
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.

L
Lauren
From
Singapore
Stylish, comfortable, good vibes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,711 reviews
Price from
$127.16
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
Nathalie
From
Brazil
Everything Breakfast was perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,383 reviews
Price from
$121.26
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
Alison
From
United States
Gorgeous room in the tower…love the vibe of the hotel and great location. Calypso Club restaurant was excellent 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,660 reviews
Price from
$138.63
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.

C
Catalina
From
Germany
Everything. The location is perfect, the room was big, modern, clean and comfortable. The staff was very kind and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,803 reviews
Price from
$134.37
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.

P
Paul
From
Canada
Nice place, two casual restaurants
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,522 reviews
Price from
$86.55
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, 3,222 reviews
Price from
$88.12
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, 1,150 reviews
Price from
$143.54
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 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,060 reviews
Price from
$150.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the center of Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 833 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 $132.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 528 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.

From $144.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,223 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 $115.03 per night
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 $123.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Just a 13-minute walk from Cairns Regional Gallery and 400 yards from Cairns Electorate Office, Cairns Central Atrium Apartments & Studio features accommodations in Cairns, with a terrace.

From $114.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 819 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 $113.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,734 reviews

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

From $120.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 875 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 $95.89 per night

Budget hotels in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 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 $70.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,730 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.

From $114.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,729 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!

From $61.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews

Just 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette.

From $85.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

Located just a 2-minute drive from Cairns business district, this hotel offers budget accommodations in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.

From $113.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 847 reviews

Bohemia Resort Cairns provides accommodations close to the Cairns city center. There is a large outdoor undercover area overlooking the lagoon-style pools and landscaped gardens.

From $60.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 543 reviews

Located in Cairns, 1.1 miles from Cairns Station, Bungalow Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,709 reviews

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

From $78.65 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,100 reviews

Cairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking.

From $113.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,464 reviews

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

From $175.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

Located opposite Cairns Convention Center, each Piermonde Apartment features a balcony offering river views.

From $235.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Villa on Grafton is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns, near Cairns Station. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $186.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Just a 10-minute walk from Cairns Station and 0.7 miles from Cairns Convention Center, Comfortable units in CBD features accommodations in Cairns, with a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Just a 16-minute walk from Cairns Convention Center and 200 yards from The Cairns Civic Theater, 'Eclipse' A Poolside Family Escape in the CBD features accommodations in Cairns, with pool with a view...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

Villa Vaucluse Apartments is a recently renovated condo hotel in Cairns where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool and garden.

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

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What Guests Said About Cairns:

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
8.0

I loved the night activity and the Lagoon is amazing, very...

I loved the night activity and the Lagoon is amazing, very relaxing! Plenty of good food affordable food options, and casual tropical feel and lots of sun!!! I actually usually stay at Palm Cove which is quiter and I find it so easy to travel using the bus services, which are 50 cents per ride in Qld or $1.00 for the whole day, so easy to get around! One point I would say is Cairns City needs to get their street signage sorted out, as I spoke with many and we all felt either their was no sign at an intersection, or it was hidden and not obvious! Yes we can use our phones when they behave, but it is still vital to have basic signage! Overall I love going to far North Queensland as it is beautiful scenery and incredible plants and flowers thrive everywhere and very friendly!!! Leith, Melbourne
Guest review by
Ewert
8.0

Far Northern QLD is one of the most beautiful and eye...

Far Northern QLD is one of the most beautiful and eye opening parts of Australia. Cairns is a great hub for this region, which is sparse for cities, but the appeal of Cairns is not what is in the city, but what is surrounding the city. All the best attractions (waterfalls, the great barrier reef, the daintree rainforest, hikes, etc.) are all at least 20mins in any given direction, but there is very little public transport for these attractions in Cairns. This is I suppose how the tour companies make their money, but it means that a trip to Cairns without a car is impossible to explore self-guided, and becomes very expensive very quickly, because you need to book a tour for any given attraction. If possible, I’d 100% recommend coming to Cairns with a car. It’s a big drive no matter which state you’re coming from, but the journey up the coast is beautiful, and you will have so much more freedom on your trip with one. Cairns City itself is not good for much other than the lagoon, and the shopping. For a relaxing holiday, consider staying in the Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas.
Guest review by
Holly
Australia
10

Cairns has everything to offer for short or long stays.

Cairns has everything to offer for short or long stays. Your a minutes step away from public transport if you need it and a short walk to grab takeaway or dine in. The Esplanade is lovely to walk or jog on. There are so many options available.
Guest review by
KAYLENE STONE
Australia
8.0

I had an excellent time in Cains with many things to do.

I had an excellent time in Cains with many things to do. I toured the town on saturday and sunday. Rustys and night market, Lagoon, art gallery and the botanical Gardens . Fitroy Island on monday. Daintree tour on Tuesday. Karonda Rail and Sky on Wednesday. Green Island on Thursday (Loved swimming with the turtles) and White water rafting on Friday. It was an action packed week that I loved.
Guest review by
Andrew
Australia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews
Excellent location very central only minutes from the city center or to the esplanade, walking distance to several eateries, bottleshop etc . 10 minute drive to the Cairns Domestic/International Airport. Set a street back from the main highway so no road noise. These Self contained units are perfect for a holiday and are well equipped with functional kitchen, full size fridge, cooking facilities and laundry. Gated premises offering secure parking for your vehicle. Hosts John and Noutekh where lovely. We will certainly be returning.
Guest review by
Cheryl
Australia
From $207.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews
The 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.
Guest review by
anissa
Switzerland
From $175.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,464 reviews
The location to central Cairns is great! Very easy to get around. We had a double pram so that comes with all its own issues. The hotel was very easy to get to from the airport and was really cheap in a taxi ($25 AUD). Muddy's playground and cafe is a short 3 minute walk and is fantastic for little kids. Goose Cafe up the road in the opposite direction is the best coffee and breakfast in Cairns. we loved it!
Guest review by
Sarah
Australia
From $99.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,330 reviews
It was a very pleasant stay in Cairns. The location of the hotel is excellent for visiting Esplanade, Aquarium and the Lagoon. The rooms are pleasant, spacious and the staff friendly. We look forward to repeating our holiday and visiting the hotel again some day.
Guest review by
Jiří
Czech Republic
From $162.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,950 reviews
The SC Atrium Apartments is about 400 m from Cairns Central which is good for food and shopping; about 3 blocks from the Esplanade which is good for strolling, dining, jogging, and entertainments. The location is very central, you can walk your way around.
Guest review by
Maria Sylvia
New Zealand
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