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Crystalbrook Riley
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,...
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.
Hotel Tropiq
Located 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodations with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.
Hilton Cairns
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Cairns Plaza Hotel
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.
Hides Hotel
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.
Park Regis City Quays
Park Regis City Quays consists of modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms, nearby the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal.
Pullman Cairns International
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.
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
With its impeccably private and tropical ambiance, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Center is a 4-star resort hotel superbly positioned one block from the famous Cairns Esplanade in the central business...
Mantra Trilogy
Located on the Cairns Esplanade in the city center, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodations with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean.
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Cairns's best hotels with breakfast
Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 1,583 reviewsExperience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Friendly helpful staff, very clean, great location, great pool
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,752 reviewsThe 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.
Lagoon Pool and service when unable to access room.
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,450 reviewsFeaturing elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 820 feet from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.
Having stayed here before it always exceeds our expectations.
The Benson Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 212 reviewsOfficially opening our doors on 1 July 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.
Location, comfortable beds, pool and amazing decor.
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,300 reviewsCentered around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns has undergone refurbishment and now features newly renovated rooms.
Perfect and good value for money, and well maintained
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,300 reviewsOverlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.
Friendly staff. The opportunity to claim vouchers.
Mercure Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 469 reviewsLocated 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.
Rooms were lovely, we enjoyed the pool area too - great location
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 970 reviewsJust 10 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 25 minutes' walk from Cairns Lagoon, this 4-star hotel provides luxurious accommodations with cable TV.
From Start to finish we enjoyed the Cairns Sheridan
Budget hotels in Cairns
Acacia Court Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,422 reviewsAcacia Court Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodations in a waterfront location on the Cairns Esplanade. The hotel’s large outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers.
Reasonable price for good view. Not too far from town
Hotel Tropiq
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1,636 reviewsLocated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodations with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.
Comfortable room, close to shops and tourist sites
Hides Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 1,626 reviewsLocated 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.
Excellent location, clean, convenient and good staff
Bungalow Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 176 reviewsLocated in Cairns, 1.1 miles from Cairns Station, Bungalow Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Great price for a clean and comfortable older style room.
6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 732 reviewsWith its impeccably private and tropical ambiance, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Center is a 4-star resort hotel superbly positioned one block from the famous Cairns Esplanade in the central business...
Close proximity to Esplanade, restaurants and cafes.
Escape On Lake
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 243 reviewsEscape On Lake is located in Cairns, within 2.6 miles of Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.1 miles of Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.
All Facilities, Lactation, Could walk the hole town.
Lake Central Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotel6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 604 reviewsLocated within a 6-minute walk of The Cairns Civic Theater and 2.6 miles of Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, Lake Central Cairns has rooms in Cairns.
The terrace was so nice with lot of palms and trees.
Club Wyndham Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCheap hotelLocated 4.3 miles from Cairns Convention Center, Club Wyndham Cairns offers 4-star accommodations in Cairns and has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.
Hotels located in the center of Cairns
City Quays Accommodation
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 140 reviewsLocated in Cairns, within a 4-minute walk of Cairns Convention Center and 0.7 miles of Cairns Station, City Quays Accommodation has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well...
The location was perfect, really enjoyed my stay ☺️
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 1,482 reviewsLocated 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.
Great staff, room and location. Highly recommended
Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 394 reviewsOffering a restaurant, a bar and a children's playroom, Balaclava Hotel is an 8-minute drive from the Cairns Esplanade. It features air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.
Really great beds. Clean facility. Nice accomodations
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 328 reviewsFeaturing a bar, a restaurant and regular live entertainment, The Edge Hill Tavern is 10 minutes' drive from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Airport. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV.
Location is in a great area close to alot of shops
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,982 reviewsLocated on the Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbor, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers guests stunning views from private balconies and provides easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal,...
Great location , large rooms, efficient and polite
Park Regis City Quays
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,625 reviewsPark Regis City Quays consists of modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms, nearby the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal.
Really enjoyed my stay and had the best experience.
Sunshine Tower Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,069 reviewsCairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city center and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.
Very clean. Location close to town. Very friendly staff
Mantra Esplanade
Hotel in CairnsCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,256 reviewsLocated opposite the Cairns Esplanade, Mantra Esplanade features waterfront accommodations with a balcony offering ocean or city views.
Close to everything. Good size. Clean and comfortable.
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.
What Guests Said About Cairns:
- 4.0Scored 4.0
A worn and sadly lacking site.
A worn and sadly lacking site. It has all the hallmarks of investors who rake in the money but don't spend any money or maintenance and improvements. They could raise their star rating if they cared to invest in renovation., The lady at the front desk was very friendly;y. What a shame she has to represent such a sad venue.BrooksAustralia - 8.0Scored 8.0
The environment in general is the thing I liked the most.
The environment in general is the thing I liked the most. There is little opportunity to interact with people outside of those in our circle of the delegation, including the hosts and those slotted in the program, during that trip. I would like to see more people to people interaction.AAnonymous - 10Scored 10
Excellent location.
Excellent location. You may not need a rented car if you stay in the central location. We stayed here for 5 days. Went to Great Barrier Reef, Green Island, Used the sky rail to go to Kurandra and came back by Scenic Rail. Snorkling at both Green Island and Great Barrier Reef was too good.VivekAustralia - 10Scored 10
Brilliant clean pool in apartment.
Brilliant clean pool in apartment. We did Kuranda tour the train to the top of mountain and the cable car over the rainforest/ Green Island tour, where we enjoyed the glass bottom boat, snorkelling, and seeing the large crocodile that was recovering from an injury on the island. We also did Daintree crocodile river tour and we saw 3 crocodiles, went swiming in Rossman Gorge. The tours were fantastic and so was Cairns, we had the holiday of a life time. Thankyou to everyone for the wonderful tours.
karenUnited Kingdom - 4.0Scored 4.0
I wasn't too keen, it was a humid sweatbox and I didn't feel...
I wasn't too keen, it was a humid sweatbox and I didn't feel particularly safe at night walking the streets. Plenty to do activity wise during the day. The Croc Bar was the best bit. $10 steak & fires. Night market is just tat and the food places within the night market aren't great. Decent-ish night-life and the drinks are cheaper than the big city's.
DanielUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Petrol station was close also our toilet seat was very lose...
Petrol station was close also our toilet seat was very lose almost fell off it when I just got to sit on it twisted wasn’t happy.also I more thing i thought when we got go the hotel it was going to be easy go there get the key for room we got there the ph didn’t work we had to use our mobile finally got to wherever the another reception was wasn’t at the hotel we were at than I had to pay another $128 on top of the room I already paid for wasn’t mentioned until we got there and before I actually got the pin code for our key for our room plus numbers of the rooms weren’t really easy to find got the room and directions when we check in people just got there and didn’t know who to call no directions cleaners need to clean facilities properly
NatishaAustralia
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- From $106.49 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,069 reviewsSuper clean room, and the friendly, attentive staff impressed me right off the bat. The hotel was located within walking distance of all the Cairns attractions that I visited. The kitchen had everything I needed during my stay. The beautiful pool was clean and serene, and it never had more than a couple people in it at a time. I extended my stay here twice! Also, the manager accomodated a late checkout without hesitation. Would stay here again if I return to Cairns.DebbieUnited States of America
- From $64.29 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 3,352 reviewsThe included breakfast was ample. Toast, pancakes and cereals. There was also an option to pay extra for a cooked breakfast, which we didn't require. The room was spacious, comfortable, clean and had the additional convenience of a microwave. The balcony was also an unexpected bonus and much appreciated. The location to the city center and bus/train terminals/stops couldn't have been better-only a 15 minute leisurely stroll to Cairns Central.KathrynAustralia
- 8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 319 reviewsLoved the location as it was close to the walking trail along the shoreline, and not right in the middle of Cairns (but within walking distance). The apartment itself was clean and had a lovely balcony looking out to the sea. It was only 3 levels high and relatively small compared to a lot of other apartments and hotels there, so easy to access our apartment! A nice swimming pool. Great staff. We would stay there again for sure!
LesleyAustralia - From $159.09 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 2,861 reviewsThe hotel is terrific. The room was lovely. The layout was chic and modern, and cool. The bed was very comfortable. The facilities were great and the staff were very friendly and professional. The little balcony gave good views of the sea, the esplanade and Cairns, and those views were superb from the 9th floor! It's a uniquely furnished/finished hotel that pleases the eye. Parking was easy and undercover.StephenAustralia
- From $233.12 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,300 reviewsThe location to central Cairns is great! Very easy to get around. We had a double pram so that comes with all its own issues. The hotel was very easy to get to from the airport and was really cheap in a taxi ($25 AUD). Muddy's playground and cafe is a short 3 minute walk and is fantastic for little kids. Goose Cafe up the road in the opposite direction is the best coffee and breakfast in Cairns. we loved it!SarahAustralia
- 8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 384 reviewsGood location as we had a hire car. Beds where really comfy and check in was good by the owner as we had to check in after hours which was a quick and easy process. The apartments were quiet and had everything we needed for our 5day stay in cairns. Secured car park which makes parking easy and close to all the shops by car.
IsabelAustralia - From $90.26 per night5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,422 reviewsSpacious room with balcony, sea view and hot buffet breakfast that's on the esplanade, has free parking and is a pleasant walk from all you need in Cairns. It's great. Only down side is that it's an old, large hotel that you could say needs modernisation but that was reflected in the price. We would use it again.KevinUnited Kingdom
- From $205.23 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 2,500 reviewsLoved the 3 pools, the balcony overlooking the pool was a great view. The apartments were a 15 minute walk to the Esplanade however that wasn't an issue, we could Ubers if we didn't want to walk that distance. Very close to Cairns Central shopping centre and great value. I would stay again.BenedettaAustralia
- From $224.03 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,490 reviewsVery comfortable bed and pillows. Strong hot water in shower. Air con was good and also had overhead fan. Well set out apartment. We were able to walk to places in Cairns City, including restaurants, the esplanade, the wharf, the shopping plaza. So location was close, without being too close.NeilIndonesia
- From $172.08 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,256 reviewsClose proximity to esplanade and prime area. Rooms need renovation. It's kind of old and still well maintained. Grocery store was next door. Great restaurants around the hotel. We were able to walk to our Reef tour from the hotel. When it comes to location, this hotel is probably best.SamUnited States of America
- From $168.83 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 2,215 reviewsThe Manager, Peter, was extremely welcoming and made you feel as if you were visiting family and not just staying in a hotel. His easy going, but informative, style made for a pleasant stay in Cairns. Location is perfect near the Esplanade, restaurants, and reef boats.DiPaoloUnited States of America
- From $586.36 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 573 reviewsGreg 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.MandyAustralia
- From $168.18 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 2,277 reviewsThe hotel's location is central to everything. Great to walk around and explore the near by sites and Esplanade. Will return to Cairns and stay here again! The reception staff upon checking in and on the second day were terrific!GenevieAustralia
- From $148.70 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,783 reviewsI liked the location, I was easily able to explore the city centre of Cairns on foot. i choose Mantra hotels because i know what to expect and they never let me down.
sal amandaAustralia - 8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 428 reviewsGreat location, opposite Cairns central, walking distance to Rusty's markets and easy flat walk to Esplanade. Plenty of room in apartment for family to spread outErinAustralia
- From $168.18 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 1,482 reviewsI liked that the room was spacious with 2 double beds and we had a balcony and everything was in walking distance from the hotel now car needed while in cairnsSkyeAustralia
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 581 reviewsThe location was perfect for our family to get into the city and enjoy the esplanade. The adults and children enjoyed the pools and spas. The view was great.ChristineAustralia
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 643 reviewsRoom size was great for family (especially small kids). Location of property in walking distance to all main attractions of cairns CBD.
Rhiannon SvedasAustralia - From $122.73 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1,625 reviewsEasy walk to cafes/restaurants, Sheridan Street post office, Esplanade, Woolworth's Abbott Street and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.MarshaAustralia
- 8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 643 reviewsWell maintained, generous sized apartments with quality appliances. easy access to Cairns CBD and Esplanade.BrettAustralia
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