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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,729 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,298 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,827 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,782 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,376 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,732 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,397 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,559 reviews

Save money on places to stay in Cairns and nearby – budget options available

Mumma's Hostel Cairns

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews

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

From US$63.39 per night

Mad Monkey Central

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 576 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...

From US$60 per night

Cairns City Motel

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,221 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 US$96.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Set 500 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns Central Atrium Apartments & Studio offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.

From US$110.87 per night

Heritage Cairns Hotel

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Heritage Cairns Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$116.25 per night

Mad Monkey Village

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,126 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 US$67.50 per night

Comfort Inn Cairns City

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews

Just one block from Cairns Esplanade and a short walk from the Cairns City Centre, Comfort Inn Cains City offers 4-star refurbished rooms with a tropical contemporary design.

From US$101.55 per night

The Grand Hotel Cairns

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Located in Cairns, 300 metres from Cairns Station, The Grand Hotel Cairns provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$69.73 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Cairns and nearby

Villa on Grafton

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa on Grafton is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$175.77 per night

Mercure Cairns

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 819 reviews

Located 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.

From US$159.85 per night

Coral Tree Inn

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,270 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 US$139.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,711 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 US$157.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews

Cairns Central Apartments is a 4.5 star apartment hotel in the heart of Cairns CBD, opposite Cairns Central Shopping Centre. All units have ocean or hinterland views.

From US$154.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 780 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Station, Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$123.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

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

From US$233.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,985 reviews

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

From US$197.23 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,893 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$176.09 per night

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,749 reviews

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

From US$127.18 per night

Hides Hotel

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,364 reviews

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.

From US$78.26 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,442 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 US$75.66 per night

Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviews

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,...

From US$161.42 per night

The Benson Hotel

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews

Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.

From US$195.01 per night

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,147 reviews

Cairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking.

From US$86.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,463 reviews

Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.

From US$187.83 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Very nice spacious apartment and perfect location close to reef terminal and the city centre. And very clean and comfortable.
Guest review by
Martin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$178.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,062 reviews
The location of the hotel is very good, downstairs is the sea and the night market, very close to the pier, and very close to the city center. There is a restaurant upstairs with a great view.
Guest review by
Xiangning
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$94.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviews
The hostel is famous and we understand why. The team is nice, they clean everything every day, there are 3 kitchens which are well equipped, the room is confortable and the hostel is well located. Just like most of the hostel, the noise depends on your neighbors but it was quiet most of the time we stayed there. Perfect place to stay in Cairns
Guest review by
Jean-Emmanuel
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,827 reviews
Loved the location, rooms were lovely, the pool is amazing.. awesome restaurant for breakfast down stairs. One of the best places to stay in cairns
Guest review by
Michael
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Beautiful old house in quiet location. Plenty of room. Very close to railway station & not too far from city centre.
Guest review by
Neil
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$161.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,637 reviews
One of the best locations ever for a family holiday in QLD
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$166.96
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,170 reviews
Great location in proximity to the city centre and activity pick up.
Guest review by
Glen
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$206.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,825 reviews
The location was close to the city centre and esplanade. Although the apartment block was aged, our apartment had been recently updated with new furniture and a renovated kitchen and bathroom. The bed was very comfortable.
Guest review by
Merryne
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$136.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,056 reviews
Location was very good, not far from the city centre, but far enough to feel the relaxation of a holiday stay. Room size is very good, big and modern television, beds very comfortable.
Guest review by
Marina
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews
Location was close to airport. 1.8 kms from city centre. Secure parking. Spacious accommodation for family of 4. Clean linen, quite. Great evening walks, clean swimming pool, nice view. Plenty of utensils for self contained unit. However cleaning supplies are limited for shorter stays 7 days or less. Buy your own.
Guest review by
Kapil
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$81.52
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,183 reviews
We had such a lovely stay at Dreamtime. The staff were all so helpful and friendly and booked us onto some amazing tours near Cairns. Kitchens were well equipped and always clean. Bathrooms were lovely and clean. Our room was perfect for what we needed. It was such a lovely atmosphere, very chilled and calm. Perfect location, right by Cairns central and just a very short walk to everything in Cairns. We would highly recommend Dreamtime!
Guest review by
Katie
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Very good accomodation in Cairns! The hosts are very friendly, and the rooms are well equipped, cosy and tidy. The location is situated in a quite neighborhood and it is just a short walk to the city center. We had a very good time in Cairns, thank you so much!
Guest review by
Christian
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$139.18
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,270 reviews
The hotel is in a reasonably central location and is a relatively short walk to the esplanade and city centre. The room was comfortable and the bed was large. The pool area is very nice. The staff were friendly and helpful. There is limited parking on site but plenty of free parking on the road. There is a library where you can swap books and also plenty of tourist brochures to choose from. The Pina Colada shampoo smelt nice.
Guest review by
Chris
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Location was close to the city centre and foreshore
Guest review by
Graeme
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$146.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,765 reviews
Hands down the best place to stay in Cairns! The live sports coverage was unreal, they had all the games on the screens, they even have a massive screen that goes across the pool at night to stay up to date with the action. Drink was very reasonably priced, $16 for a jug Live bands and DJs playing all weekend, making for a great night out
Guest review by
Billy
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$176.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
Best location. Alight and spacious apartment with a lovely view of the sea and the marina..
Guest review by
Lee
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$119.74
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,298 reviews
The location was very central to cairns city centre.
Guest review by
James
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
One of the best place to stay in cairn.. Ocean facing. Very nicely maintained
Guest review by
Padma Lochan
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$63.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
It's the best location
Guest review by
Fernanda
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$96.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,221 reviews
Breakfast wasn’t offered or available however the location was quite good about 400 m to city centre and about 600m to supermarket
Guest review by
Terence
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Everything. Location is perfect without walking distance to city centre and wharf.
Guest review by
Bryan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$94.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviews
Best place to stay in Cairns, like 10 min walking to the centre if not less, plenty of place to park, beautiful hostel, so green, Bali-vibes. Staff super friendly and helpful. you can even stay till 14 h after check out. really recommended
Guest review by
Efren
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$75.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,442 reviews
Room and shared areas like kitchen and bathrooms were clean, beds were quite comfortable. Location was okay, at a short walking distance to the city centre and in front of a shopping mall.
Guest review by
Laura
Group