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Hotel Cairns

Here is a quick summary of the type of hotels and accommodation you will find in Cairns. 15 are apartment style hotels great for a long stay in Cairns. If you are looking at a longer stay you can book up to 29 nights and you might want to look at the 174 hotels in Cairns which have kitchens so eating in is an option.

There are 12 five star luxury hotels in Cairns. There are 2 holiday homes (that number is homes only excluding apartments) offering unique locations and all the facilities of home. If you are looking for something eclectic, smaller or quaint there are 6 boutique hotels in Cairns. 139 ever popular 4 star hotels, which are probably the best value accommodation in Cairns for business or pleasure. In addition there are 3 star hotels providing everything without blowing the budget.

Keeping active is entirely possible at the 60 hotels in Cairns with a gym And 190 hotels with a pool. 24 of the Cairns hotels have both a gym and a pool. 29 have a tennis court. 25 of the Cairns hotels have private pools.
Pampering, relaxation, massage and spa treatments are available at the 25 hotels with a spa and wellness centres. Or if you want to relax in your own room there are 20 hotels with a spa bath in your own room.

For larger groups of 4 or more there are 81 two (2) bedroom apartments some also with 2 bathrooms and 37 three (3) bedroom apartments in Cairns.

If you are visiting Cairns for a business trip you may be interested in the 93 Cairns hotels with conference facilities. 194 Cairns hotels have parking. And getting to and from the airport is made easier by the 50 hotels with an airport shuttle.

Cairns is located in Tropical North Queensland, Australia. It is a haven of diving and snorkelling sites, cruises, rainforest and outback adventures, native wildlife and bird watching tours. There are tours and accommodation available for all types of budgets.

Cairns is located within close proximity of the Great Barrier Reef and is one of Australia’s prime stopover ports for luxury cruises and ships. Cairns is conveniently located nearby two natural heritage sights, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef which make Cairns a truly special destination.

3 star
93A Esplanade Cairns 4071

At Mad Monkey Waterfront we offer an affordable and clean accommodation in the heart of Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Being located on the Cairns Esplanade with the Cairns Lagoon just...more

7.9
Good
520 verified reviews
83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4780 Cairns, QLD 4780 Cairns 4780

The Espy Hostel in Cairns provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as The Cairns Civic Theater,...more

7.4
Good
289 verified reviews
5 star
17 Abbott Street Cairns 4807
5.91 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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.The larges...more

8.2
Very good
1292 verified reviews
4 star
72-84 Kowinka Street Cairns 4868

Set 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. The property is located 7.9 km from Cairns R...more

9
Superb
2 verified reviews
5 star
23-51 Anderson Road Cairns 4868
10.19 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Set amongst 28 acres of landscaped tropical gardens, this award-wining resort features a family friendly water park, plus tennis courts and mini golf. Each accommodation unit includes cooking faciliti...more

8.9
Fabulous
888 verified reviews
4 star
72 Kowinka Street 75 Cairns 4868

Located in Cairns, 7.6 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, Cairns Golf Course Apartment features accommodation with a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre, a...more

9.4
Superb
65 verified reviews
4 star
Unit 27, 21-29 Giffin Rd, White Rock QLD 4868, Australia Cairns 4868

Situated just 10 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, Nature View Southside Apartment provides accommodation in Cairns with access to a tennis court, a terrace, as well as private check-in and check-out....more

7.3
Good
3 verified reviews
4 star
72 Kowinka St Cairns 4868

Set within 6.7 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 7 km of Cairns Station, Trinity Links Resort offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairns. This 4-star aparthotel features a sp...more

8.4
Very good
234 verified reviews
3.5 star
702 Bruce Highway, Woree Cairns 4868
9.29 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Located just 6 minutes’ drive from Cairns city centre, South Cairns Resort offers an outdoor lagoon pool and free on-site parking.Each of the air-conditioned rooms features a flat-screen TV, a refrige...more

5
Review score
658 verified reviews
3.5 star
670 - 678 Bruce Highway Cairns 4868
8.95 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Guests...more

6.6
Review score
235 verified reviews
176 Sydney Street Cairns 4868

Located in Cairns, 8.6 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Rainforest Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is a...more

9.5
Superb
230 verified reviews
5 star
85 Esplanade Cairns 4870

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. With free WiFi, this 5-star...more

8.8
Fabulous
3689 verified reviews
5 star
163 Abbott Street Cairns 4870

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. The accommodation offers a 24...more

8.7
Fabulous
3287 verified reviews
5 star
131-141 The Esplanade Cairns 4870

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,...more

8.7
Fabulous
2440 verified reviews
5 star
34 Esplanade Cairns The Esplanade 4870
5.83 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade. Boasting an absolute waterfront location, this property is located just 2 minutes’ walk from the Reef Departure Terminal...more

8.3
Very good
2232 verified reviews
5 star
35-41 Wharf Street Cairns 4870
5.94 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Featuring 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....more

8.9
Fabulous
1614 verified reviews
5 star
Pierpoint Road Cairns 4870
5.54 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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

8.5
Fabulous
3885 verified reviews
4.5 star
43 The Esplanade Cairns 4870
5.67 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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, shoppi...more

7.9
Good
2656 verified reviews
4.5 star
295 Sheridan St Cairns 4870
3.52 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Just 10 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 25 minutes' walk from Cairns Lagoon, this 4-star hotel provides luxurious accommodation with cable TV. Guests enjoy a restaurant, a bar, a fitness c...more

8
Very good
966 verified reviews
4.5 star
122 Lake Street Cairns 4870
5.23 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. The hotel is a short walk from the Esplanade, Cairns city centr...more

8.2
Very good
1870 verified reviews
4.5 star
15 Florence Street (Corner of Florence and Lake Streets) Cairns 4870
5.16 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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.Mercure Cairns is located across the road from the...more

7.3
Good
672 verified reviews
4 star
Cnr Kerwin Street And The Esplanade Cairns The Esplanade 4870
4.52 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views. It features 3 swimming pools, 2 tennis courtsSet amongst beautiful trop...more

7.6
Good
1608 verified reviews
4 star
53-57 The Esplanade Cairns 4870
5.51 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Fun and flexible accommodation is waiting for you at Mantra Esplanade Cairns! Perfectly located across the road from the iconic Cairns lagoon and just minutes away from Cairns casino, this popular hol...more

8
Very good
1232 verified reviews
4 star
101-105 The Esplanade Cairns 4870
5.16 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Located on the Cairns Esplanade in the city centre, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodation with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean. The lagoon-style swimming pool has oce...more

7.6
Good
1647 verified reviews
4 star
6 Lake Street Cairns 4870
6.01 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Free, u...more

8.2
Very good
1588 verified reviews
4 star
Corner of Florence and Abbott Sts Cairns 4870
5.04 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Among the facilities of this p...more

6.7
Review score
716 verified reviews
4 star
121 - 123 The Esplanade and Florence Street Cairns The Esplanade 4870
4.99 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Centred around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is centrally located, close to all of Cairns' popular attractions. The hotel offers a range of amenities including, fitness centr...more

7.9
Good
2100 verified reviews
4 star
59-63 Esplanade Cairns 4870

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. The city of Cairns is a s...more

8.4
Very good
2266 verified reviews
4 star
136-140 Sheridan Street Cairns 4870

Cairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport. The hotel has a beautiful backyard with a large sun deck,...more

8
Very good
1955 verified reviews
4 star
423 Mulgrave Rd Cairns 4870
7.09 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Situated in Cairns, 4.2 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers an ATM. The property is n...more

8.6
Fabulous
399 verified reviews
4 star
223 - 227 Esplanade Cairns 4870
3.79 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Acacia 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.Facilities at Acacia Cou...more

5.9
Review score
2130 verified reviews
4 star
8 Minnie St Cairns 4870
4.83 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Each accommodation at the 4...more

8
Very good
1103 verified reviews
3.93 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Among the facilities at t...more

8.1
Very good
8089 verified reviews
4 star
209-217 The Esplanade Cairns The Esplanade 4870
3.88 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Located on The Esplanade, Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers rooms with stunning views of Trinity Bay or the surrounding mountains. Each room boasts a balcony.Cairns Harbourside Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk...more

8.1
Very good
1502 verified reviews
4 star
Cnr Spence and Grafton Streets Cairns 4870
5.78 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel. The property has been given new life from its external facade, through the lobby, to the deco-inspired r...more

8.3
Very good
820 verified reviews
3.5 star
87 Lake Street Cairns 4870
5.61 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. The Heritage listed...more

6.9
Review score
1612 verified reviews
3.5 star
166-172 Grafton Street Cairns 4870
5.01 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Cairns Airport is a 10-minute drive awa...more

8
Very good
3550 verified reviews
3.5 star
179 Sheridan St Cairns Green Island 4870
4.56 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Guests enjoy access to...more

7.1
Good
2624 verified reviews
3.5 star
139 Lake Street Cairns Qld 4870 Cairns 4870

Located in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Lake Central Cairns provides air-conditioned rooms and an outdoor swimming pool. The property is around 4.1 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Garden...more

7
Good
595 verified reviews
3.5 star
145 The Esplanade Cairns 4870
4.75 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

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. Guests enjoy free WiFi by the pool and i...more

8.5
Fabulous
1796 verified reviews
3 star
145 Pease Street Cairns 4870

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. The prope...more

7.9
Good
346 verified reviews
3 star
18-24 James Street Cairns 4870
3.67 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Offering free WiFi and a swimming pool, Crystal Garden Resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns airport and 5 mins from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon. All room have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels a...more

5.9
Review score
661 verified reviews
6 Lake Street 401 Cairns 4870

Situated 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 f...more

8.7
Fabulous
214 verified reviews
200 Aumuller Street Cairns 4870

Located in Cairns, 1.7 km from Cairns Station, Bungalow Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is situated 3 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 3 k...more

6.8
Review score
320 verified reviews
135 Lake Street Cairns 4870

Situated in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake provides a tour desk and free WiFi. The property is set 4.1 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, 13 km from Tjapukai Aborigi...more

8.2
Very good
282 verified reviews
5 star
187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central Cairns 4870

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre. Free street parking is avail...more

8.9
Fabulous
1441 verified reviews
5 star
8 Scott Street Cairns 4870

Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns train station, Travellers Oasis presents an inviting accommodation option featuring an outdoor swim...more

9.2
Superb
1601 verified reviews
5 star
219 Abbott Street Cairns 4870

This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor in Northshore Tower, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade. The city center of Cairns is only minutes from the prope...more

9.4
Superb
117 verified reviews
5 star
107 Esplanade Cairns 4870
5.12 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Located on The Esplanade, Cairns Aquarius Holiday Apartments are ideally located on the beautiful Cairns oceanfront with local restaurants and attractions just a few steps away. Ideally located for a...more

8.7
Fabulous
996 verified reviews
5 star
155 Esplanade Cairns The Esplanade 4870
4.65 km from Cairns CNS-Cairns Intl. airport

Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.Enjoy...more

9.2
Superb
621 verified reviews


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