Top 10 Hotels in Cairns and Barrier Reef (from $47) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Larry

$88 nightly

$98 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

$150 nightly

$165 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

3. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

$127 nightly

$141 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A modern dining area with a glass partition, a buffet table with various food items, and a seating arrangement with chairs and tables.

A multi-story hotel with a pool, surrounded by a marina with boats.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

4. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

David

$150 nightly

$165 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and distant land.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

5. Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District

Aaron

$195 nightly

$217 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

6. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

Warren

$148 nightly

$162 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

James

$107 nightly

$118 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

8. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

Akanksha

$97 nightly

$107 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

Suzanne

$123 nightly

$136 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

10. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns North

Gurwinder

$119 nightly

$131 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

11. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Kalin

$107 nightly

$119 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

A modern hotel with a prominent red sign, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by white railings and greenery.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.

12. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

Gerard

$91 nightly

$101 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with striped chairs, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the mountains.

13. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

Bronwyn

$161 nightly

$161 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

14. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

JoHanna

$126 nightly

$138 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A bedroom with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with pillows.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

15. The Oceanfront Cairns

Cairns North

Recky

$90 nightly

$99 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

16. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Theodore

$101 nightly

$112 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape and the sea.

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Sogand

$126 nightly

$138 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

18. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

Catherine

$128 nightly

$141 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a building with a sign reading "HARRISONS".

A wooden pathway leading to a beach, surrounded by palm trees and tropical vegetation.

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and sandwiches, two glasses of champagne, a blue teapot, and cups on a table with a view of a pool and palm trees.

19. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Port Douglas

ERIKO

$246 nightly

$270 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a blue accent wall, and a balcony with a chair and table.

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a pier with boats.

A person standing in a pool with large wind turbines in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, wooden bar, white chairs, and potted plants.

20. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

Chelsea

$86 nightly

$96 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

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Vacation Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area surrounded by lush greenery.

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a chair, a view of the beach, and a pool area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"This was a very clean, well kept and well located apartment for a short stay!"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a view of the outdoors, and a large window.

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."

Aparthotel

A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a road.

A resort with multiple buildings, outdoor pools, and palm trees.

A spacious hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."

Aparthotel

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A living room with a TV, seating, and a balcony.

A spacious living area with a dining table, two sofas, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with two white chairs, a kettle, and a coffee maker.

Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

"Nice accommodation"

Aparthotel

A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a counter, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Cascade Gardens

Cairns Central Business District

"Location was excellent, staff amazing, cleanliness first class."

Aparthotel

A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

A bright, spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of palm trees through the glass doors.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with clear water, rocks, and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"

Aparthotel

A wooden pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

An aerial view of a beach with palm trees and a sandy shore.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are three black bar stools and a decorative owl painting on the wall.

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"It’s in a great location, close to shops and food outlets, with a bus stop right across the road. The beautiful beach is also just a few steps away. Highly recommended!"

Aparthotel

A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with a sink. There are two white chairs with woven placemats.

Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

"The accommodation was immaculate and decorated beautifully. It was also in a great location. We would definitely stay again."

Apartment

A modern living room with a glass table, grey sofas, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A clear view of a sailboat on turquoise waters with palm trees in the foreground.

Trinity Waters

Trinity Beach

"Perfect location and on a beautiful beach! Not too far from Cairns but far enough away to avoid the traffic and crowds. You can hear the surf at night and wake up to amazing sunrises."

Aparthotel

A beach with palm trees and the sun setting over the water.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a sunset.

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Communication with the apartment managers was excellent. Very attentive and informative. Reception had a very good choice of information available for all trips in the area. Apartment had everything you needed for your stay. Great location, great service and quiet area. Plenty of local eating places and close to Cairns for all those reef trips"

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV stand. A balcony with a table and chairs is visible through large glass doors.

A beach with a wooden bench and palm trees.

A modern room with a sliding glass door leading to a tropical garden and a view of the ocean.

A tropical beach with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Clifton Beach

"Having stayed there many times, its in a great location, away from the tourists in Palm Cove, but easy to get to for great restaurants in Palm Cove"

Apartment

A living room with a large TV, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of mountains through large windows.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows with a view, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden island, and two bar stools.

Cairns Aquarius

Cairns Central Business District

"We had a great wonderful time at the Cairns Aquarius. We had a 3 bedroom apartment. It was fully furnished with a fully equipped kitchen and was very spacious and bright. It is close to the ESplanade and great restaurants. The checkin and checkout process was smooth and the manager was available by email for a small issue we had."

Aparthotel

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk labeled 'tours', and a seating area with wicker furniture.

A beach lined with tall palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a balcony with a view of trees.

Drift Palm Cove

Palm Cove

"Great stay, heavily treed around the pool which restricted sun to pool area but was in a great location to beach and cafes/restaurants."

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a small island in the distance.

A resort entrance with a sign reading "The Reef Retreat Palm Cove."

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove

"Thank you for a wonderful stay!"

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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A train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

After a long day enjoying the beaches, reef and rainforest in and around Cairns, have a nap and then spend a relaxing evening shopping and dining.

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Trinity Beach

6.8/10 (10 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trinity Beach during your trip to Cairns? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Head to sights like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station as you discover Cairns and Barrier Reef.

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A clear turquoise sea with a sailboat in the distance and buoys on the shore.

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great view, lovely staff, all in all a wonderful stay."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"We had a nice room with a view of the water and the hotel was conveniently located near the strip/night market"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

8/10 Good

"We weren’t able to check in early as fully booked but at least we could eat lunch by the pool. Our room was large and a renovated bathroom with full kitchen yoo. We had a king bed each!"

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Good location"

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Friendly staff"

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel, great central location. Staff were more than helpful. Highly recommend"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel location great, clean and staff are very helpful. Small pool area looks new. there is a lovely space opposite the reception with a big tv. Never seen anybody use it????"

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hôtel un peu vieillot mais bien entretenu offrant toutes les commodités. Près de l’aéroport. Si vous souhaitez une localisation centre-ville, l’offre hôtelière est plus intéressante."

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our time in Palm Cove, the pools were a hit with the kids and the apartments are a short walk to the cafes and beach. Hotel manager was super helpful."

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Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD

$47 nightly

$47 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD

$59 nightly

$65 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

5/10 (33 reviews)

YHA Cairns Central

20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD

$60 nightly

$66 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (245 reviews)

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD

$61 nightly

$68 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

7.6/10 Good! (95 reviews)

Little Drifter Cairns

7 Shields St Cairns QLD

$69 nightly

$77 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (188 reviews)

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD

$125 nightly

$139 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (463 reviews)

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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef hotels

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

3. Crystalbrook Bailey

4. Hilton Cairns

5. Crystalbrook Riley

6. Crystalbrook Flynn

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

11. Pacific Hotel Cairns

12. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

13. Mantra Esplanade

14. Cairns Plaza Hotel

15. The Oceanfront Cairns

16. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

18. Pullman Cairns International

19. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

20. Coral Tree Inn

Vacation Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Cairns Beach Resort

Cascade Gardens

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Collective

Trinity Waters

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

Cairns Aquarius

Drift Palm Cove

The Reef Retreat

Stay near popular Cairns and Barrier Reef attractions

Cairns Esplanade

Palm Cove Beach

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Convention Centre

Cairns Night Markets

Trinity Beach

Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

The Oceanfront Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Mantra Esplanade

More cheap stays in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

The Reef Motel

YHA Cairns Central

The Espy Hostel

Little Drifter Cairns

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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