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Most recommended Cairns hotels

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Crystal Garden Resort & Restaurant - Cairns - Pool
585 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort - Cairns - Restaurant
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
8.2 Very good
Cairns CBD621 ﷼+
621 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Tropical Queenslander
6.9 Okay
308 ﷼+
308 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
8.9 Very good
Cairns CBD453 ﷼+
453 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Cairns City Sheridan
5.3 Fair
Cairns CBD295 ﷼+
295 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Kewarra Beach Resort and Spa
8.3 Very good
496 ﷼+
496 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Hilton Cairns
8.5 Very good
Cairns CBD698 ﷼+
698 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
158 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Aspect Central
7.6 Good
244 ﷼+
244 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Cairns Motor Inn
7.1 Good
405 ﷼+
405 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Cairns Plaza Hotel
8.5 Very good
Cairns CBD532 ﷼+
532 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
8.1 Very good
327 ﷼+
327 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Heritage Cairns
7.9 Good
Cairns CBD353 ﷼+
353 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Park Regis City Quays
8.1 Very good
Cairns CBD465 ﷼+
465 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Mercure Cairns
7.3 Good
Cairns CBD539 ﷼+
539 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
Hotel Tropiq
6.9 Okay
286 ﷼+
286 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning

Cairns hotels near Cairns Hospital

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Cairns Queens Court - Cairns - Patio
Cairns Queens Court
7.3 Good
265 ﷼+
265 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns - Cairns - Pool
536 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
8 Very good
Cairns CBD560 ﷼+
560 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Crystalbrook Riley
8.7 Very good
Cairns CBD753 ﷼+
753 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool

Top Cairns hotels with parking

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Sunshine Tower Hotel - Cairns - Patio
Sunshine Tower Hotel
7.9 Good
Cairns CBD457 ﷼+
457 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Cairns Sheridan Hotel - Cairns - Balcony
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
7.9 Good
376 ﷼+
376 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Coral Tree Inn
8 Very good
Cairns CBD347 ﷼+
347 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Mantra Esplanade
8.1 Very good
Cairns CBD519 ﷼+
519 ﷼+
Parking
Pool

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Good to know

Low season

March

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

571 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

755 ﷼
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 37% rise in price.
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When to book a hotel in Cairns

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Top tips for finding perfect Cairns hotel deals

  • Book at least 10 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns accommodation.
  • Hoping to enjoy some of Cairns scenic views? Consider staying in a hotel next to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, such as the Lake Placid Tourist Park hotel, located a 3-minute drive away. The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a cable car that allows guests to ride over the rainforest, stopping at various points in order to enjoy the beautiful walking trails.
  • If you enjoy nature and green spaces, why not choose a hotel next to the Cairns Botanic Gardens, which features a variety of tropical plants from around the world and offers both guided and self-guided tours? The Crystal Garden Resort is a 2-minute drive away.
  • An art-lover looking for some culture? The Cairns Art Gallery is set in a restored government building which dates back to the early 1900s and contains a variety of Australian art. The 4-star Mantra Esplanade hotel is only 100 metres away.
  • To have a thrilling and adrenaline-pumping experience in Cairns, why not pick a hotel near AJ Hackett Cairns, a popular bungee-jumping attraction? The Trinity Beach Pacific is only 3 minutes’ drive away, as well as being just 2 minutes’ walk from the oceanfront.
  • If you want to learn more about the city’s rich history, reserve a hotel next to the Cairns Museum, such as the Hides Hotel, located a 1-minute walk away. The Cairns Museum has exhibits and artifacts related to the creation of the city, as well as information about the pioneers that settled in the area.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Cairns

  • Which hotels in Cairns have a good view?

    The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is a 4-star choice located directly on the Cairns Esplanade offering the choice of rooms with views of the ocean. The Holiday Inn at Harbourside is next to Trinity Bay and has rooms with balconies that overlook the water.

  • Which hotels in Cairns have free parking?

    The Mantra Trilogy, next to the Cairns Esplanade, has free on-site parking as well as a large, outdoor pool. The Cairns Sheridan Hotel is located next to the Captain Cook Highway and has free parking and a fitness centre. Just 3 minutes’ walk from the ocean, The Acacia Court Hotel has both free parking and tennis courts.

  • What are good hotels in Cairns near the Cairns Central Shopping Centre?

    The Dreamtime Travellers Rest is a budget-friendly hotel next to the Cairns Central Shopping Centre, with a choice of both shared and private rooms. The Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is 3 minutes’ walk from the shopping centre near the Bruce Highway.

  • What are good hotels in Cairns near St. Monica's Old Cathedral?

    The Caravella Backpackers is an affordable hotel 3 minutes’ walk from St. Monica’s Old Cathedral and 2 minutes’ walk to the ocean. The Cascade Gardens Holiday Apartments are 2 minutes’ walk from the cathedral and a 5-minute walk from the RAAF Memorial. The ibis Styles Cairns is 3 minutes’ walk from the cathedral and a 2-minute walk to Cairns’ Centre of Contemporary Arts.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Cairns?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central Cairns districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Cairns city center.

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Cairns hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Cairns that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Crystal Garden Resort & Restaurant, Tropical Queenslander and Cairns City Sheridan.

Where to stay in Cairns?

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