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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.

S
Sandra
From
Austria
The hostel was very nice and comfy. Large kitchen with everything you need and also lots of space to chill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
Price from
US$73.04
1 night, 2 adults

Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Philippa
From
Hong Kong
Very comfortable and well equipped studio in a great location. Nice balcony. Comfy bed and massive shower. Very nice pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$152.66
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Paradise

Cairns

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.

T
Tom
From
Aruba
The place is extremely clean and very spacious. My room was cool and the bed was comfortable. The other guests were nice when they were around (most people seem to spend their time out and about or in their rooms).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,349 reviews
Price from
US$97.68
1 night, 2 adults

Palm Royale Cairns

Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns is set amongst 2.5 acres of beautiful tropical gardens and offers rooms with a private balcony and pool or garden views. It features a main lagoon-style pool and a lap pool.

g
gordon
From
Australia
Great staff very clean and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,805 reviews
Price from
US$61.06
1 night, 2 adults

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Cairns

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

C
ColinYangk
From
New Zealand
Great location. Close to shopping centre and city centre. With a kitchenette allows us to prepare simple breakfast or handle fruit such as watermelon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,026 reviews
Price from
US$155.43
1 night, 2 adults

City Quays Accommodation

Hotel in Cairns

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...

G
Genevieve
From
Australia
Close to shops but away from the centre so peace and quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$139.26
1 night, 2 adults

BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns

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

D
Day
From
United Kingdom
Great location, spacious rooms, great views, nicely equipped gym, friendly & helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 825 reviews
Price from
US$151.28
1 night, 2 adults

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

Cairns

Guests can swim in the outdoor pool when they stay at Cairns Holiday Park. Just a 5-minute drive from the heart of Cairns, this property offers lodge-style accommodation.

D
Daniel
From
Australia
Friendly and clean close to everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews
Price from
US$51.29
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Cairns Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

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.

Q
Quentina
From
Papua New Guinea
Enjoyed my stay at the Tropical Heritage. Very helpful staff . Value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews
Price from
US$117.60
1 night, 2 adults

Inn Cairns

Cairns

Located in the centre of Cairns, Inn Cairns offers spacious, self-contained apartments with a private balcony.

A
Adelinda90
From
Hungary
Great location, friendly staff, huge apartment with balcony
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews
Price from
US$149.33
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 607 reviews

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

From US$67.85 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 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$77.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,053 reviews

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

From US$147.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set in Cairns in the Queensland region, with Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Centre nearby, City Lights - Experience the Best of Cairns offers accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, 'Eclipse' A Poolside Family Escape in the CBD is located in Cairns.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Situated in Cairns and within 1 km of Cairns Station, A1 Inn the city A1 Car Rentals has an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Escape On Lake

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake is situated in Cairns and provides free WiFi and a tour desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

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

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Cairns and nearby

Villa on Grafton

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa on Grafton is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$184.97 per night

Cairns City Motel

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,229 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$93.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 833 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$138.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 552 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$68.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,806 reviews

2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!

From US$146.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Boasting city views, In Cairns Hotel, Hidden Gem features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 300 metres from Cairns Regional Gallery.

From US$213.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

Set in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Centre reachable within less than 1 km, Little Drifter Cairns offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

From US$123.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...

From US$74.66 per night

Stay connected in Cairns and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,379 reviews

Located on the iconic Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns combines unbeatable views with the ultimate tropical getaway.

From US$178.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Cairns North, 1.9 km from Cairns Station and 2.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade 54 with stunning ocean views offers an outdoor swimming pool and air...

From US$774.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews

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...

From US$124.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,002 reviews

Cairns City Palms self-contained suites and apartments are located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Cairns, and a 10-minute drive from Cairns Airport.5-minute walk away you will find supermarkets,...

From US$100.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews

Ideally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.

From US$94.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

Floriana Boutique Hotel is a recently renovated guest house in Cairns, where guests can take a dip in its outdoor swimming pool and make the most of its free WiFi, free bikes and garden.

From US$142.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Palm View- 9 Pools BBQ & Gym is situated in Westcourt. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

From US$232.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Westcourt, 2 km from Cairns Station and 3 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Heavenly Palms on Collinson offers air conditioning.

From US$271.19 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$98.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,136 reviews
This is the ideal hostel! The location, the premises are very clean and the staff is really great! Plus the free breakfast is very good! Many thanks to Mad Monkey Village! I will come back!!!
Guest review by
mardinli
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,861 reviews
Private room with bathroom was affordable Good location, short walk to everything and short ride to the airport. Nice kitchen with balcony Some deals with local establishments available.
Guest review by
Carlijn
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$98.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,349 reviews
Great location. Totally affordable price and exceeded my expectations for budget accommodation. Newly renovated so everything felt fresh and clean. Didn’t use the pool as we weren’t there long enough. Kitchen facilities were good. Aircon in each room is great.
Guest review by
Alice
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