Hotels in Cairns

Discover the best hotels in Cairns, from luxury tropical resorts to affordable options in popular areas like Cairns Esplanade for waterfront dining and the lagoon, Cairns CBD for reef tour departures and shopping, and Edge Hill for trendy botanical cafes, and find the perfect place to stay for your trip.

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Best Hotels in Cairns

Explore Cairns with stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

📍 17 Abbott St, Cairns
★★★★★ 8.9 (262 reviews)

Exuding grand colonial elegance, this upscale five-star hotel features massive, high-ceilinged spaces, an expansive pool deck, and a world-class day spa, making it the perfect sanctuary for a relaxing escape.

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

📍 35/41 Wharf St, Cairns
★★★★★ 9.0 (74 reviews)

"Excellent customer service"

Mercure Cairns

Mercure Cairns

📍 Corner Of Florence And, 15 Florence Street, Lake St, Cairns
★★★★ 8.8 (72 reviews)

"I had a lovely stay at Mercure Cairns. The hotel was in a great location, making it easy to get around the city and explore nearby attractions. The staff were welcoming and helpful throughout the stay, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. The overall atmosphere was relaxing and perfect for a short getaway. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Cairns who is looking for a convenient and comfortable place to stay."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

📍 43 Esplanade, Cairns
★★★★ 8.8 (226 reviews)

Boasting a fantastic central location directly opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal, this contemporary hotel treats guests to stunning harbour views and exceptional Brazilian dining at its on-site restaurant.

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

📍 3/11 Water St, Cairns
★★★★ 8.6 (122 reviews)

"Great location to Cairns CBD and water front. Friendly welcome at the reception. Stone throw away from the shopping mall, which has 2 big supermarket for all your essentials. Even though was close by, the apartment was quiet, very little traffic noise. Had 2 pools which looked good. Very clean and well equipped, would stay here again."

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

📍 Pier Point Rd, Cairns
★★★★★ 8.9 (276 reviews)

Perfectly situated right by the waterfront, this premier luxury hotel boasts breathtaking, panoramic views of the Marlin Marina and offers direct access to the Great Barrier Reef departure terminals.

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

📍 Ground Floor A/163 Abbott St, Cairns
★★★★★ 9.3 (219 reviews)

This modern, art-inspired hotel showcases vibrant local artwork throughout its sustainable luxury spaces, offering a creative and eco-conscious stay just a short walk from the waterfront.

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

📍 68/72 Abbott St, Cairns City, Cairns
★★★★★ 9.3 (231 reviews)

A chic and social luxury hotel that embodies a lively, energetic spirit, offering glass-panel pool views and trendy dining spots right on the bustling Esplanade.

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns

📍 121-123 Esplanade, Cairns
★★★★ 8.9 (346 reviews)

"Found candy wrapper on the floor upon check in, else all is good"

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Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort Hotels in Cairns

Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort

"Gilligans is a fun club that has activities to do everyday (all that include drinking). We booked the cheapest room, which was clubside and that meant we had to endure music blasting until 3am everyday. the kitchen didnt have an oven or airfryer which ****** to make meals, but overall, not a horrible place to stay in."

Cairns City Sheridan Motel Hotels in Cairns

Cairns City Sheridan Motel

"For the amount that we paid, it was in horrendous state! There was a very thick dust pile on the fan, the tiles have probably never been cleaned, when we tried to ask for more toilet paper, as there were 3 people staying for half a week, no one replied and no one was to be found at the desk. There were cockroaches in the room that we had to kill….for that price, 100% not worth the stay"

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre Hotels in Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

"The hotel is conveniently located near the Esplanade, with only a 10–15 minute walk to Cairns Mall. The staff were helpful and accommodating, which made the stay pleasant. The only downside was the Wi-Fi, which was slow and not always reliable."

Comfort Inn Cairns City Hotels in Cairns

Comfort Inn Cairns City

"Close to noisy road. Not mycfirst choise next time."

Citysider Cairns Holiday Apartments Hotels in Cairns

Citysider Cairns Holiday Apartments

"A quiet, comfortable and safe two-bedroom, two-living-room and one-bathroom apartment with convenient access to shopping malls and medical facilities. Within a ten-minute walk, the apartment manager helps make reservations for the Great Barrier Reef, tropical rainforest, shopping, and airport drop-off rentals, and delivers them to the reservation location in person. The beach, aquarium, and night market are all within a 15-20-minute walk. It is very suitable for families. There are free parking spaces, a free apartment swimming pool with 32-degree constant-temperature sea water, and poolside BBQ. It is great. I will stay here next time."

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Pullman Cairns International ★★★★★
"Super convenient location right next to the casino and hotel staff were amazing also"
★★★★★
2025-03-14
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Couple
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino ★★★★★
"The hotel and casino is still impressive and the staff were friendly and helpful. For the price the rooms are quite dated and for complementary parking to not be included in the booking price was a little disappointing. The bed was very comfortable, overall a nice stay, would stay again."
★★★★★
2026-05-24
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Mercure Cairns ★★★★
"Good location, great family room with separate rooms and a mini kitchen. Poor storage, no drying facilities for swim wear at a beach resort. Restaurant was closed, not mentioned at time of booking."
★★★★★
2025-07-15
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Pacific Hotel Cairns ★★★★
"The location is excellent — just a 5-minute walk from the terminal where all the trips leave and only 5 minutes from the night market. I did have an issue with my first room: it was right next to the A/C compressor and the noise made it impossible to sleep. After I complained, the staff helped me move to another room, but I was disappointed that they seemed aware of the problem and only acted once someone complained."
★★★★★
2026-04-04
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Southern Cross Atrium Apartments ★★★★
"We stayed 4 nights, really close to Cairns central train station and shopping mall. About 15 min walk to promenade. We really liked our room on first floor overlooking a pool."
★★★★★
2026-04-29
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Solo traveler
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns ★★★★★
"The room is abit old, but else all is good."
★★★★★
2026-04-24
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Couple
Crystalbrook Bailey ★★★★★
"It was the cheapest hotel in the city in cairns, but was so nice. Clean room, and bathroom. They do cleaning services everyday. I’ll come back again. Thank you so much"
★★★★★
2026-01-18
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Tommy28

Couple
Crystalbrook Flynn ★★★★★
"Room is large ,, Staff is nice Will definitely come again!!!"
★★★★★
2025-08-01
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Couple
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns ★★★★
"Hotel location is on the Esplanade within walking distance to restos, markets and the reef terminal. Hotel pool is nice, overlooking the water. Staff gave us cookies and wine. The room we got (guest king) was on the second floor with a partial view of the water. Room was quite basic, small size but clean."
★★★★★
2025-11-22

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164

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PHP 15,933

Weekend Avg. Price

PHP 15,841

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