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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel features accommodation in Cairns near Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and Martin College. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

E
Evaldas
From
Lithuania
Excellent location - short walking distance to everything you need (harbour, restaurants, shops, pick-up points to excursions, etc.). Very cosy and nicely decorated hotel. Staff is attentive, friendly and always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,088 reviews
Price from
US$141.81
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.

T
Tonu
From
Estonia
Good hotel in a very good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,067 reviews
Price from
US$162.26
1 night, 2 adults

Crystalbrook Flynn

Hotel in Cairns

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.

Y
Yung Cheong
From
Singapore
Nice location. My room had a view of the Marina. Got a discount from booking.com which made the price close to Bailey's price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,732 reviews
Price from
US$155.74
1 night, 2 adults

Crystalbrook Bailey

Hotel in Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Cairns. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

B
Barkate
From
Japan
nice and clean amazing atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,374 reviews
Price from
US$126.42
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,...

N
Niamh
From
Ireland
Breakfast great choice available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,632 reviews
Price from
US$173.01
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Hotel in Cairns

The 5-star Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers luxury accommodation with stunning views of the Cairns Marlin Marina. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

E
Eric
From
France
Extremely nice & welcoming staff. Well managed property. We could see they invest to and care about customers. Nice feeling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,830 reviews
Price from
US$140.10
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Hotel in Cairns

Set 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.

W
Würtz Rasmussen
From
Denmark
Nice with both cafe and pizzaria
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,554 reviews
Price from
US$86.05
1 night, 2 adults

Mantra Esplanade

Hotel in Cairns

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

J
Jan
From
New Zealand
Short taxi ride from the airport, fantastic friendly staff at front desk. I had a great view from my balcony, so pleased I upgrade to a room with an esplanade view. Great time out spot with a wine and a book. Surprised at how close I was to the pier and the water front too. Lots of cafe, bars, restaurants very close by and I felt save walking around on my own in the early evening. Lots to do if you want to be busy. My room and bathroom were big and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,170 reviews
Price from
US$142.71
1 night, 2 adults

Pullman Cairns International

Hotel in Cairns

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.

J
Jillian
From
New Zealand
Breakfast excellent. Staff lovely. Very attractive hotel. Handy spot, close to good restaurant's.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews
Price from
US$156.40
1 night, 2 adults

Park Regis City Quays

Hotel in Cairns

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.

D
David
From
Canada
This was a splendid location right near the centre of Cairns and the promenade area. The room was light and airy and comfortable with a nice balcony.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,460 reviews
Price from
US$134.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

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

From US$66.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 576 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$102.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,222 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 US$96.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Set 500 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns Central Atrium Apartments & Studio offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.

From US$99.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Heritage Cairns Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$116.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,124 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.

From US$67.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 901 reviews

Just one block from Cairns Esplanade and a short walk from the Cairns City Centre, Comfort Inn Cains City offers 4-star refurbished rooms with a tropical contemporary design.

From US$105.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Located in Cairns, 300 metres from Cairns Station, The Grand Hotel Cairns provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$69.67 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 819 reviews

Located 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.

From US$159.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,270 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$151.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,710 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.

From US$157.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Station, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$123.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,893 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$169.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,749 reviews

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

From US$127.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,728 reviews

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.

From US$146.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,444 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.

From US$76.89 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

Cairns Central Apartments is a 4.5 star apartment hotel in the heart of Cairns CBD, opposite Cairns Central Shopping Centre. All units have ocean or hinterland views.

From US$153.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

City Terraces Cairns is conveniently located in the centre of Cairns, just 10-minutes' walk from the famous Esplanade where you will find restaurants, shopping and the Cairns' nightlife.

From US$233.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,981 reviews

Conveniently located in central Cairns, Southern Cross Atrium Apartments offer access to 3 tropically landscaped pools and a fitness centre with a sauna.

From US$197.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,820 reviews

Just 300 metres from the Cairns Esplanade, Cascade Gardens features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and covered barbecue facilities. Free Wi-Fi and a private balcony are standard in all apartments.

From US$206.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,374 reviews

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Cairns. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

From US$124.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews

These 4-star Holiday Apartments offer spacious self-contained accommodation in the heart of Cairns CBD.

From US$147.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,591 reviews

Located on the Cairns Esplanade in the city centre, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodation with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean.

From US$157.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews

There is no better location than BreakFree Royal Harbour, with its sweeping views over the Cairns Esplanade and wider ocean.

From US$176.60 per night

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.

Learn more about visiting Cairns

  • 222 attractions
  • 12 points of interest

What guests said about Cairns:

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
Anonymous
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
10

We visited Cairns twice during our travels.

We visited Cairns twice during our travels. The first time we explored all the main attractions- Aquarium, Botanic Gardens, Fitzroy Island and stayed in a hotel. Our second stay was for a bit of down time having travelled up to Daintree and the Tablelands. We really wanted a bit of relaxation and self cooking so this apartment was perfect. Great food around the pier area. The seafood on the Prawn Star was superb and if you’re self catering, then Woolies has everything you need. The lagoon is perfect for families as is the Muddy Cafe and play park.
Guest review by
Helen
10

We travelled to Cairns in October for a week, weather was...

We travelled to Cairns in October for a week, weather was perfect! Around 32 degrees every day. Not too crowded and yet everything was available for us to enjoy. Very relaxing, laid back environment, we particularly enjoyed the Esplanade and the lagoon area - we walked there every day. We loved all the gardens and beautifully kept foliage. The markets were fun to explore and travelling around by bus is super easy. Thank you Cairns for a truly wonderful break from our busy lives!
Guest review by
Melissa
Australia
6.0

It's a good place to fly into, and go on and see other...

It's a good place to fly into, and go on and see other places, like the far north and Port Douglas, and on the train up to Kuranda. It's just another city, really. My 3rd time there, and apart from good Vietnamese food, (Pho Viet, opposite the library), there is nothing all that appealing. There are very few taxis, I didn't know this- uber is the way to get about apparently. Otherwise get your walking shoes on. It is slightly cheaper to eat out in Cairns than Port Douglas, though.
Guest review by
Vivienne
Australia

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From US$206.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,820 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews
Loved the location and that the room had everything in such as microwave small oven kettle Tv ect as someone who would usually stay some where on the cairns esplanade in a larger hotel i enjoyed my stay.l the bus stop is at the end of the street couldn't believe the bus is 50 cent. Staff was friendly. From what I saw good family environment.
Guest review by
Barunah
Australia
From US$114.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,110 reviews
The hotel is located in the quiet part of the town just next to Esplanade, a pleasant 25-30 min walk to Cairns marina. Facilities were clean and comfy; having a kitchenette was a bonus. There is a decent restaurant in-house and quite a few good places around.
Guest review by
Roman
Kyrgyzstan
From US$176.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Apartment was great for a longer stay in Cairns, can book excursions from the ground floor office and order a taxi to the airport on site. Great location for solo female traveler - felt safe, secure etc. On the Esplanade, so close to shops, restaurants etc.
Guest review by
Liliana
United Kingdom
From US$124.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,374 reviews
Excellent hotel positioned close to cairns esplanade and many places to eat. Will definitely recommend it to anyone and will stay there again.
Guest review by
Ben
Australia