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0.27 mi from city center
4.3/5Excellent! (188 reviews)
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2021
0.28 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (987 reviews)
"The view and position is awesome - close to eateries, marina, etc. The rooms are looking tired and not very maintained - our bath had spa jets that were broken off and not replaced."
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2021
5 Triton Street, Palm Cove, QLD
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13.77 mi from city center
4.5/5Wonderful! (690 reviews)
Nice place and excellent staff.
"The staff at this hotel were the highlight of my stay. Friendly, helpful and know their jobs well. I stayed 8 nights and every interaction from check-in to check-out was positive. Thankyou for the great stay .. hang on to those ones Pullman you've got some real gems."
Reviewed on May 30, 2021
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123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove, QLD
14.16 mi from city center
4.5/5Wonderful! (878 reviews)
"Great pools and perfect location. The place needs some good cleaning and a refresh, especially for the money they ask."
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2021
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St, Cairns, QLD
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0.34 mi from city center
4.2/5Very Good! (967 reviews)
"Very clean comfortable hotel convenient on the esplanade right across from Cairns Aquarium. Great breakfast and very pleasant staff. Overall very enjoyable stay."
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2021
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
0.18 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (984 reviews)
"Property was clean and staff very friendly"
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2021
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
3.78 mi from city center
4.7/5Exceptional! (525 reviews)
"Awesome location easy to get around town kid's didn't want to leave water park."
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2021
0.51 mi from city center
4/5Very Good! (286 reviews)
"The motel room was very clean."
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2021
0.16 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (56 reviews)
"The staff were great, reception and the person in charge on the rooft top bar were always welcoming and went out of their way to help. Roof top bar has amazing views and is a great place to relax. The hotel location is very central to everything, shops, casino, restaurants, the Pier. Rooms were very ..."
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2021
0.43 mi from city center
4.6/5Exceptional! (583 reviews)
"Modern hotel - nice views, free offsite parking, comfy bed, nice bathroom. Funny wind noise when balcony door shut! Need mugs for cups of tea."
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2021
49-61 Little Pease Street, Manoora, QLD
2.35 mi from city center
3.8/5Good! (977 reviews)
"Stayed and loved the luxury of being away from home but feels like home feeling with everything that this place has to offer."
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2021
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD
0.6 mi from city center
3.3/5 (960 reviews)
"Close to everything walking distance to everything, free wifi, good value for money."
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2020
0.19 mi from city center
4.6/5Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"I was very impressed with the Flynn.. the place always smelled nice and the staff were really friendly. We had dinner at the Boardwalk which was just great. Disappointed that Flynn's Italian was only open certain nights. The room was spacious, an Urban Master. I was a little disappointed with the ..."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2021
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
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0.3 mi from city center
4.4/5Excellent! (980 reviews)
"Wonderful location, friendly staff, clean and stylish. It was the perfect place for my partner and I to get engaged."
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021
0.31 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (798 reviews)
"Location was excellent, handy to all parts of the city."
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2021
227 Lake Street, Cairns North, QLD
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0.75 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (523 reviews)
"Pleasing stay, rooms are basic and a bit dated but satisfactory for a base."
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021
0.17 mi from city center
4.7/5Exceptional! (124 reviews)
"Great location very helpful friendly staff good bed."
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2021
3-11 Water Street, Cairns, QLD
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0.35 mi from city center
4.2/5Very Good! (1,146 reviews)
"The receptionists and cleaners at Southern Cross Apartments were friendly people. Our room was big and tidy."
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2021
0.51 mi from city center
4.3/5Excellent! (933 reviews)
"Great location on the esplanade. Staff were friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. hotel has had renovations, kitchen dining was undergoing a renovation, so no breakfast was available."
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2021
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street, Cairns, QLD
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0.33 mi from city center
3.6/5Good! (965 reviews)
"If was priced very fairly for the duration of our visit, and it's location was great."
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2021
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Where to stay in Cairns
Find the best Cairns areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cairns
Palm Cove
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.
Trinity Beach
Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.
Cairns Central Business District
7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5Wonderful!(264 area reviews)
Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cultural Place, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Clifton Beach
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while you're in town.
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Smithfield Conservation Park while you're exploring the area.
Price trends for hotels in Cairns
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November | April | $107 |
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January | $121 |
February | $118 |
March | $120 |
April | $186 |
May | $138 |
June | $159 |
July | $135 |
August | $157 |
September | $97 |
October | $107 |
November | $95 |
December | $95 |
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Cairns. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Visiting Cairns
Travelers to Cairns give high marks for the coral reefs, lush rainforest, and local tours. This city also attracts tourists with its welcoming and walkable setting. Top sights in the city include Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
- There are 717 hotels and other accommodations in Cairns
- The closest major airport is in Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city center
Sightseeing and Staying in Cairns
Cultural venues in the city include Cairns Performing Arts Centre, The Cultural Place, and Cairns Regional Gallery. Attractions like Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Esplanade Lagoon, and Cairns Aquarium are fun for kids of all ages. Notable city landmarks like St Monica's Cathedral and Tjapukai Cultural Park might be worth a visit.
In Cairns, there are 717 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday getaway. These are highly ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:
- Sanctuary Palm Cove - This 5-star hotel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking. Expedia travelers love its pool and comfortable rooms.
- Travellers Oasis - Hostel - Our customers like the overall value and comfortable rooms at this hostel. With a stay at this 2-star hostel, guests can enjoy access to an outdoor pool and concierge services, along with in-room flat-screen TVs.
- Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort - This 5-star hotel features 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi. Expedia customers like its family-friendly amenities and bar.
Other favorite sights in Cairns include Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. Top places to see around the area include Great Barrier Reef, 20.6 mi/33.2 km from the city center, and Tinaroo Dam, which is 22.7 mi (36.6 km) away.
Getting Around Cairns
With so many choices for transportation, exploring all of Cairns is easy. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station, or Redlynch Station. You can learn about options for water transportation at the marina.
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Recent reviews of Cairns hotels
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
We had an amazing time at rydges cairns. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. The location was perfect , just across the road to the splash park and less than 10 min walk to restaurants and lagoon , walking distance to everything we needed! Bar and restaurant on site for the nights we didn’t want to go out , pool area was relaxing and fun for the kids! We had the family room with lots of discs and great view -We will definitely be back .
A verified traveler stayed at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Posted 8 days ago
Expedia Verified Review
4 / 5 Good
If was priced very fairly for the duration of our visit, and it's location was great.
A verified traveler stayed at Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Posted 2 weeks ago
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5 / 5 Excellent
The staff were great, reception and the person in charge on the rooft top bar were always welcoming and went out of their way to help. Roof top bar has amazing views and is a great place to relax. The hotel location is very central to everything, shops, casino, restaurants, the Pier. Rooms were very small but very comfortable. Would have been nice to have Fox channels but I guess this also helps people get out and about. Would definitely stay here again.
A verified traveler stayed at Oaks Cairns Hotel
Posted 2 weeks ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Wonderful location, friendly staff, clean and stylish. It was the perfect place for my partner and I to get engaged.
A verified traveler stayed at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Posted 1 month ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Close to waterfront and restaurant strip, plus downtown cafés and restos. Very comfortable,
A verified traveler stayed at Cairns Plaza Hotel
Posted 2 months ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Very clean comfortable hotel convenient on the esplanade right across from Cairns Aquarium. Great breakfast and very pleasant staff. Overall very enjoyable stay.
A verified traveler stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Posted 2 months ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Awesome location easy to get around town kid's didn't want to leave water park.
A verified traveler stayed at Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Posted 2 months ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Location and restaurants in the area
A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Cairns
Posted 3 months ago
Expedia Verified Review
5 / 5 Excellent
Clean
A verified traveler stayed at Hides Hotel Cairns
Posted 3 months ago
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