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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.

M
Maciej
From
Poland
Great location, right next to the big Woolies store and close to night market as well as restaurants along the Esplanade. Big room, very comfortable bed, clean bathroom. Peter, the owner & manager is great to talk to and is always available if you need any help. Get in touch with him before you book an attractions, he'll be able to get you a discount of the advertised price. I'll definitely stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,126 reviews
Price from
$114.75
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.

N
Nancy
From
Canada
Location and view from the decks, good movie channels, the bed and coffee
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,112 reviews
Price from
$162.81
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.

K
Kate Canizares
From
Philippines
I wish we had breakfast!!!! I hope I can come back and check in again so I can maximize my stay 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,724 reviews
Price from
$173.60
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, 3,396 reviews
Price from
$120.64
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
Nanxi
From
Tonga
It was a fantastic hotel.The staff is amazing and helpful. Definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,603 reviews
Price from
$161.83
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.

J
Jernej Virag
From
Slovenia
Comfortable large room and very friendly staff made the stay great. Especially since they helpfully agreed to keep our luggage for a couple of days as we stayed on a liveaboard. Friendly staff at the restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,858 reviews
Price from
$183.08
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.

M
Mohamed
From
Japan
Excellent 👌 service , we arrived very early in the morning they let us stay in the lounge , very professional and polite people 😉 thank you guys you made our holiday great 👍👍👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,629 reviews
Price from
$96.28
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, 3,313 reviews
Price from
$113.02
1 night, 2 adults

Mantra Esplanade

Hotel in Cairns

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

J
Jennifer
From
United States
comfortable beds, great air conditioning, close to the pier, Vanessa was amazingly helpful, close to the public pool and many restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews
Price from
$143.19
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.

A
Alana
From
Australia
Customer service was exceptional
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
Price from
$156.27
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,858 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,396 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,603 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,724 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 7,629 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Cairns and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews

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

    From $68.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,312 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 $152.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,687 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 $194.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 788 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 $123.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,914 reviews

    Located in Cairns, a 16-minute walk from Cairns Station, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

    From $170 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews

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

    From $154.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,724 reviews

    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.

    From $369.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,467 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 $68.65 per night

Hotels located in the center of Cairns

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 32 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 808 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 $149.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 595 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 travelers...

    From $95.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 542 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 $139.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,227 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 $100.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9 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 $140.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,044 reviews

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

Budget hotels in Cairns and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,128 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 $105.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 951 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 $114.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 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 $69.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 554 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 $73.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,366 reviews

    Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodations, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.

    From $90.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1,757 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 $114.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

    Located in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within a 10-minute walk, Little Drifter Cairns provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi...

    From $98.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 478 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 $75.19 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 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

  • 231 attractions
  • 12 points of interest

What Guests Said About Cairns:

  • 10.0

    KURANDA, WATER FRONT, GREEN ISLAND, SWIMMING LAGOON LARGE GO...

    KURANDA, WATER FRONT, GREEN ISLAND, SWIMMING LAGOON LARGE GO FOR ALL AGES, BEST AQUARIUM.. GET TO CBD DIFFERENT AREAS FOR MORE ACCESSIBLE BYMORE BUS STOPS IN EVERY STREETS FOR LOCAL TOURISTS TO GET TO THE PLACES FASTER. CAIRNS STILL HAS MORE TO ATTRACT AND OFFER AND TO INCREASE TOURISM. WE LOVE TO FURTHER TOTHE NORTH AREAS AS WELL . THE TIME IS TOO SHORT FOR US.
    Guest review by
    EE
  • 10.0

    Cairns is an amazing place to visit.

    Cairns is an amazing place to visit. Weather was great and we were able to attend a conference as well as explore Cairns and surroundings including a trip to Port Douglas, Train trip to the mountain and swimming at popular beach and swimming place in Palm Cove. We stayed in central Cairns in a clean and reasonable place. Our nightly visit to the Food Market Court adds fresh and delicious meals to our menu.
    Guest review by
    Sekove
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Loved how easy it was to get around.

    Loved how easy it was to get around. Loved train to Kuranda and skytrain back down. Art gallery and the gallery next door were interesting. Sea food on Prawn Stars and at Port Douglas was the icing on the cake.
    Guest review by
    Van der Sluys
  • 6.0

    There really isn’t much to see in downtown Cairns.

    There really isn’t much to see in downtown Cairns. To enjoy it, you have to go out to the islands, but this always requires paying a high price, and there aren’t many options in terms of timing. I would instead recommend staying briefly at a resort on one of the islands and then returning. Kuranda and the other rainforests were more developed as tourist attractions than I expected. Everywhere you go, you have to pay an entrance fee, and the shops all felt the same without any unique character.
    Guest review by
    choi
    Australia
  • 10.0

    The esplanade and the Cairns museum were great for the...

    The esplanade and the Cairns museum were great for the fascinating history of the town. The beautiful beaches at Palm Cove and Yorkeys Knob and the stunning waterfalls, lakes and Rainforest of the hinterland. The botanic gardens were wonderful.
    Guest review by
    Tony
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Plenty to see in and about Cairns.

    Plenty to see in and about Cairns. This was our base and with our own vehicle it was very easy to get around. We took the Sky Rail to Kuranda and returned by train to Freshwater Station and it was a most enjoyable experience. The train only runs twice a day therefore if wishing to return this way, then it pays to book in advance as train seats are limited. The Pier has an array of waterfront venues to choose from offering a variety of food. Most cafes and restaurants have a Menu on display outside the venue. There is even a Brewery further down near the Cruise Terminal. The decor and now the digital fish flooring is definitely worth a visit to the Casino. Good food opportunities here too! Centenary Lakes/Botanic Gardens, Copperlode Dam along with the Crystal Cascades at Redlynch and the Red Beret Hotel are must visits.
    Guest review by
    Sandra
    Australia

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  • From $161.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,126 reviews
    Superb room and bathroom, all modern, well maintained and clean, hotel is right next to the marina and the lagoon / esplanade But highlight is undoubtedly the friendly family team running the hotel. The manager Peter couldn’t have done any more to make my stay more enjoyable - from a fuss-free early check-in, to booking all my planned activities for me (at a discount - including a scuba trip to the Great Barrier Reef). Thanks again for a fantastic stay - nowhere else I would book in Cairns.
    Guest review by
    Kevin
    United Kingdom
  • From $148.88 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,052 reviews
    Spacious room and the location of the hotel which provides a nice view of the sea. The stroll to city centre is enjoyable on the Esplanade. The staff are very helpful. Especially, Issy and Rainie. They will do their best to make sure you have a very comfortable stay and also help you with information about Cairns that will make your holiday even better.
    Guest review by
    Ahlad
    Australia
  • From $590.43 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
    Greg the apartment manager was super friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location was peaceful and a good walk into Cairns city along the esplanade. The rooms were spacious enough for our family of 6 and the semi-enclosed balcony was lovely to chill out on.
    Guest review by
    Mandy
    Australia
  • From $120.96 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,129 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 $369.43 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,724 reviews
    Very very convenient in terms of location. Hotel right on the esplanade so easy access to the main drag of cairns. Very respectful staff and clean room with some nice views.
    Guest review by
    steven
    Australia