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Three-Star Hotels in Cairns

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The best three-star hotels in Cairns

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Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

T
Tomomi
From
Japan
Nice location and great staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,212 reviews
Price from
US$74.15
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Monkey Village

Cairns

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.

G
Gili
From
Israel
Honestly the best hostel in Cairns. The staff there is super nice and welcoming And they always make sure the hostel is clean at all times. The general vibe there is great, so if youre a solo traveler its the perfect place to meet some new friends but also not a super party hostel so you can get your quiet times as well. Highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,146 reviews
Price from
US$69.28
1 night, 2 adults

Summer House Cairns

Cairns

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

J
Jans Pool Antony
From
Chile
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, the facilities were clean and comfortable, and everything was well-organized. A special thank you to Carmen and Javi at the reception — they were incredibly kind, helpful, and always had a smile on their faces. They went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable, offering great tips and assistance whenever I needed it. I truly appreciate their warm hospitality and will definitely recommend this place to other travelers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,768 reviews
Price from
US$41.53
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns City Motel

Cairns

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.

S
Shelvin
From
Australia
Excellent location. I requested for ground floor room and got it. Thanks alot. Excellent customer service. Well done. Big thank you to the team.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,223 reviews
Price from
US$87.32
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns City Sheridan Motel

Cairns

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

R
Roanne
From
United Arab Emirates
Everything that I utilised was great!! The nice lady at the counter, The temperature of the room when I first arrived, The fresh cleanliness smell of the room, The comfort of the bed. It was all really good and no complaints from my end.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviews
Price from
US$115.29
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Tropiq

Hotel in Cairns

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.

J
José Sabine
From
Netherlands
The staff is super friendly, due to the off season we were able to have an early check-in which was great! The staff would show interest in our plans during our stay and they were very helpful. The location is fine enough, but the city centre isn’t really reachable walking, so we just took Ubers for like 8 dollars which was perfectly fine. The room itself was very clean it’s maybe a bit more old fashioned, but it kinda fit the ambiance of the hotel. In general I was very satisfied with my stay after traveling for so long, thank you hotel Tropiq!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,218 reviews
Price from
US$80.34
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns

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

M
Martin
From
Czech Republic
I was very pleasantly surprised by the level of accommodation. Considering I was choosing from the cheaper ones, it was absolutely excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,277 reviews
Price from
US$66.71
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
Daniel
From
Ireland
Very comfortable room and the staff were very friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,336 reviews
Price from
US$113.93
1 night, 2 adults

Hides Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

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.

B
Bardos Sandor
From
Germany
Pleasant clean and extraordinary staff. exceptional , price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,367 reviews
Price from
US$90.36
1 night, 2 adults

Reef Palms

Cairns

Located 200 metres from the Esplanade and offering free Wi-Fi, Reef Palms offers self-contained studio and apartments, plus a swimming pool with recreational spa, barbecue area and full laundry...

V
Viraj
From
India
Good cleanliness, good kitchenette,spacious rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews
Price from
US$97.42
1 night, 2 adults
All three-star hotels in Cairns

Looking for a three-star hotel?

Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

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Save money on three-star in Cairns and nearby – budget options available

  • Mad Monkey Central

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 607 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...

    From US$80.88 per night
  • Mad Monkey Waterfront

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 561 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!

    From US$78 per night
  • Cairns Motor Inn

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    From US$98.87 per night
  • Tropical Queenslander

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 794 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 US$95.58 per night
  • Oasis Inn Apartments

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

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

    From US$113.90 per night
  • Motel Nomad

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    Located in Cairns within 3 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 2.7 km of The Cairns Civic Theater, Motel Nomad provides rooms with free WiFi. This renovated 3-star motel offers room service.

    From US$108.56 per night
  • Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and free WiFi.

    From US$110.08 per night
  • Coral Tree Inn

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,336 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 US$169.43 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

  • Lake Central Cairns

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews

    Lake Central Cairns provides rooms in Cairns near The Cairns Civic Theater and Cairns Aquarium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

    Koala Beach Resort Cairns is in the heart of Cairns’ city centre, only 500 metres from the Cairns Esplanade and the Lagoon.

  • Inner City Value

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Inner City Value is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Royal Palm Villas

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    Royal Palm Villas is a property with a pool with a view, located in Cairns, within just 1.8 km of Cairns Station and 1.1 km of The Cairns Civic Theater.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a saltwater pool, pool view and a patio, Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments is set in Cairns.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 420 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and a swimming pool, Crystal Garden Resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns airport and 5 mins from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

  • Coral Reef Resort

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Coral Reef Resort is set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 3.8 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Edge Hill, 4.8 km from Cairns Station and 5.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Retro Studio Charm in Edge Hill offers air conditioning.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

    This 4-star hotel offers stylish accommodation with free WiFi. Offering easy access to the city centre, it is just 15 minutes' drive to Cairns Airport and 10 minutes' drive to the city centre.

    From US$113.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

    Located less than 5 km from Cairns city centre, First City Caravilla offers holiday cabins with flat-screen TV and cooking facilities. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

    Located just 6 minutes’ drive from Cairns city centre, South Cairns Resort offers an outdoor lagoon pool and free on-site parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

    Situated on 5 acres of tropical gardens, Cairns Gateway Resort offers free on-site parking and a variety of facilities, just 8 km from Cairns.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$132.75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews
    Close to city centre. Budget accomodation. Clean and comfortable accomodation.
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$98.21
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,367 reviews
    This place has bags of potential, it just needs some serious investment! The historic 2nd floor is very cool. Location v central and only a tad noisy on a Saturday night, but not enough to keep me up. I was nervous after reading other reviews but honestly for a budget hotel this place was fine, and large rooms. Bag storage available too.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Family with young children
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