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Crystalbrook Flynn
Located in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.
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
Situated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.
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,...
Hilton Cairns
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Hides Hotel
Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodation, a 5 minutes' walk from The 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.
Mantra Trilogy
Located on the Cairns Esplanade in the city centre, Mantra Trilogy offers spacious accommodation with private balconies overlooking the pool, mountains or ocean.
Pullman Cairns International
Pullman Cairns International is located in the centre of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbour or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.
Park Regis City Quays
Park Regis City Quays comprises modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms, nearby the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal.
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Pullman Cairns International
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,204 reviewsPullman Cairns International is located in the centre of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbour or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.
Spacious, loved the couch for 3 adults and 1 toddler. Clean.
Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 1,640 reviewsExperience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.
Breakfast with a view and friendly service, it was excellent!!
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,726 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 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 1,443 reviewsFeaturing elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 250 metres from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.
Room was great, bed comfy as, spa bath was awesome
Acacia Court Hotel
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 2,274 reviewsAcacia Court Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation 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
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,245 reviewsCentred around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns has undergone refurbishment and now boasts newly renovated rooms.
Excellent room service Full Breakfast on Mothers Day
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Hotel in CairnsBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 2,131 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· 493 reviewsLocated in the city centre, 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
Hotels located in the centre of Cairns
City Quays Accommodation
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 151 reviewsSituated 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...
The location was perfect, really enjoyed my stay ☺️
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 1,490 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· 325 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
Escape On Lake
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 241 reviewsSituated in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake provides a tour desk and free WiFi.
All Facilities, Lactation, Could walk the hole town.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 2,032 reviewsLocated on the Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers guests stunning views from private balconies and provides easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal,...
Relaxed, simple and calm. Lovely staff and atmosphere
Park Regis City Quays
Hotel in CairnsCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,603 reviewsPark Regis City Quays comprises 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· 2,025 reviewsCairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.
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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 such as Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, Cairns Rainforest Dome and Skyway Rainforest Cableway are easily accessible from the city. Cairns International Airport offers 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:
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Cairns was the highlight of our 10-day trip to Australia.
Cairns was the highlight of our 10-day trip to Australia. We loved the beautiful natural beauty it offers and the convenience as a base point to snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef, ride the gondola to Kuranda Village and hike Daintree Rainforest. Mossman Gorge and the gondola stop within the Daintree Rainforest is jaw-dropping when you see the trees, plants and fauna. Park rangers, hotel staff, and even shuttle bus drivers were very friendly and accommodating, especially the people at Visions Apartment on the esplanade. There were lots of restaurants and shopping around the esplanade. Lots of activities for multi-generational group of ours. We rented a car last minute from a local family-run rental, who brought the car to our hotel. Very friendly and convenient! We were a bit nervous driving on the left side of the road, but turned out to be an easy drive to Mossman Gorge and Port Douglas. We hiked the well-marked trails and learned about the local Aborigines culture in Mossman then stopped in Port Douglas to see wild cockatoos, fox bats and had great ice cream in the small town. We loved everything about Cairns and even though there were rain storms during our trip in May, it was a nature-lovers dream!KarenUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0
Cairns is a fantastic little city that is a gateway to some...
Cairns is a fantastic little city that is a gateway to some of Australia's beautiful natural sights. There are many tours on offer from Cairns to see the Daintree Rainforest or the Great Barrier Reef. The nightlife is good and there are plenty of restaurants and bars to refuel after big days of activities.MandyCharltonAustralia - 10Scored 10
Cairns is both a hub of activity and a gateway to adventures...
Cairns is both a hub of activity and a gateway to adventures within a few hours of travel. It has an ambient climate with all the services and culture you’d expect of a much bigger city. There is so much to do in cairns and the public transport system is both convenient and well run. There are so many adventures to be had on the Great Barrier Reef, Green Island and Fitzroy Island. Mission Beach, The Atherton Tablelands and The Daintree are all a day trip from Cairns.CarlaAustralia - 10Scored 10
Experience where the Locals shop and goto Rusty’s Markets on...
Experience where the Locals shop and goto Rusty’s Markets on Friday - Saturday and Sunday for all your fresh fruit and vegetables. Local food cuisines through to the vibrance and hospitality of different cultures in on melting pot of happiness.
DarrenAustralia - 10Scored 10
Positive: Skyrail and historic train, nature, pool in Cairns...
Positive: Skyrail and historic train, nature, pool in Cairns, boardwalk, Botanical Gardens (absolute highlight!!!). Don't miss Emerald Creek Ice Creamery - lots of varieties and very yummy! Dundee's restaurant offered outstanding food and an incredible venue with a massive fish tank to look at while dining, it's pricey, but worth it. The Daintree is as exciting as ever. Solar Whisper Croc Cruise was really good. Daytrip to Atherton Tablelands was lovely. Rusty's market is a must! Only downside of Cairns: dining is fairly expensive in general.
IngeAustralia - 10Scored 10
We went at the start of the dry season.
We went at the start of the dry season. The weather was very warm but still humid. Cairns central has great public facilities. The swimming lagoon is fantastic for all ages and has surf lifesavers in attendance. BBQ cookers all along the Esplanade, excellent playgrounds. Muddy Waters in particular, the kids went crazy. Of course you go for the reef trips and the train trip and the Skyrail up to Kuranda village. A lovely day out in beautiful rainforest. Port Douglas and Mossman are a drive north if you have the time, they are another must see in this scenic part of north Queensland. A drive up onto the Tablelands opens up a different part of the area. Natural and historical attractions. It's worth the drive.
RobynAustralia
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- From € 81.13 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,796 reviewsTerrible - do not stay here with family ! It’s loud, beds are uncomfortable, sketchy people everywhere!!! Loud music till early hours of morning. Costs the same as a resort as a family room there. Save yourself money and pay less at cairns resort. They say it’s not a party place, don’t believe it. My children could not sleep. To be honest, I couldn’t. I thought the floor was okay (we checked in and let the kids on the floor, after playing for 3 mins their feet were black ! From the inside hotel room! ) ridiculous. I could have vomited
AdamAustralia - From € 212.04 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,497 reviewsThe location is ok, close to the city. We hired a car, it's easier in Cairns if you want to explore all the beauties that the region is offering. We had an apartment which was ok, we had the chance to wash our clothes and to cook some meals (which is not bad if you travel for 40 days). We had to spend some times in the apartment, due to heavy rain and floods. likely the hotel is not situated next to rivers. The staff is super kind.anissaSwitzerland
- From € 165.33 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 2,256 reviewsExcellent stay at oaks Cairns. The location was perfect - right across from the esplanade pool and very close to the reef terminal, lots of places to eat nearby to! The rooftop bar was a stunning place to have a coffee while watching the sunrise over the coral sea! Staff were wonderful, I had to make a few changes to my stay and they were always very helpful. The shower was probably the best ever I’ve had in a hotel!AAnonymousAustralia
- From € 96.80 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,015 reviewsStayed here twice, no frills hotel very close to Cairns CBD, only 8 minutes to night market and many food oulets. 3 minutes to Esplanade and nearest bus stop. Comfortable bed, good shower, very quiet, has a desk & chair for laptop work etc., has a mini kitchen and coffee making. Everything I needed. Highly recommended value for money.ChrisPhilippines
- From € 153.65 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 2,214 reviewsLove the Location of this hotel right in the centre just 5 mins walk to the esplanade, cafes and woolies. The manager Peter was very kind and helping. Booked us our very early morning taxi for the airport. ..very helpful person, great knowledge of the City. The room was nice, clean and comfortable. Will visit again.AAribaAustralia
- From € 157.95 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 2,897 reviewsLocation, location, location. Right on the Esplanade and lagoon, you can't beat this hotel for a central stay in Cairns. We took a short walk to the marina for our great barrier reef cruise. The property was beautiful, very chic and modern. Clean and comfortable. The city view from the room is quite pleasant.EeshaanBIndia
- 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 2,491 reviewsQuite spacious apartment, with a comfortable bed. Well equipped kitchen. It is virtually next door to Cairns Central Shopping Centre which makes access to two large supermarkets 5 - 10 mins away. The Esplanade in Cairns is only a 12 -15 minute stroll away. There are also three pools - one heated.
ThunderRoadManAustralia - From € 429.61 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 188 reviewsWe stayed at Trinity Links Resort 2 nights during Christmas break with our family. Very spacious living area and fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms. Other facilities you get with Wyndham hotel chains are swimming pools, spa, tennis courts, golf clubs, etc. Wyndham has done it again...AmileeAustralia
- From € 157.34 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,222 reviewsStayed in 1 bedroom apartment. A basic space with good balcony views of the Esplanade. A central position within walking distance to restaurants, cafes, the lagoon, galleries, city shops, etc. The hotel is very quiet & the staff are lovely. The apartment was very clean.
LyndaAustralia - From € 554.99 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 564 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 € 162.26 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 763 reviewseverything was so clean and the room was pretty mush standard between me and my partner we both have 1 year old child therefore we both love the Luxury of the location and the room we would like to take our family to stay there for holiday THANK YOU CAIRNS INNGGearyAustralia
- From € 104.48 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 2,589 reviewsThe 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.
RomanKyrgyzstan - 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 2,491 reviewsGood sized apartments which were well equipped for a family of four. Plenty of pillows and blankets! Close to grocery stores and a short drive to The Esplanade and other Cairns attractions. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. We would stay here again.NNicoleAustralia
- From € 157.34 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1,222 reviewsThe location was very central. The staff were friendly. We requested a quiet room and received that which was lovely. Liked that the hotel provides free car parking as there are a lot of hotels in cairns that do not.KATEAustralia
- 8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 273 reviewsGreat location on cairns esplanade with views of the shore front. 2 bed 2 bathroom apartment in secure building with undercover off street parking. Would definitely recommend to other family's.RoyceAustralia
- From € 97.72 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 3,580 reviewsLooking for an affordable but nice place to stay? The Palm Royale is not in central Cairns, but is right next to the Raintrees bus terminal, which can get you all over the city in minutes.
MrEdUnited States - From € 139.25 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 3,273 reviewsSuper friendly and efficient front office staff, well located hotel, convenient distance to the Esplanade while away from the hustle-bustleShrikantiaUnited States
- From € 55.31 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,423 reviewsCentral location. Walking distance to shops and mall. So are many other motels/hotels in Cairns City. I do not recommend this place.
ShayneAustralia - From € 157.95 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 2,897 reviewsCrystalbrook Flynn is a great hotel in central Cairns right opposite the Lagoon. staff are very friendly, we will be back.
petaAustralia - From € 83.53 per night6.8Scored 6.8PleasantRated pleasant· 740 reviewsWe travelled to Cairns during holidays and were pleased to find a hotel with a vacancy in our price range.Jo75Australia
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