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1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Laura

£104

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

2. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Leonie

£105

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

3. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Theodore

£93

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Jeromy

£164

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with star-shaped objects, a TV on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

5. Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

Paola

£103

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

A modern hotel with a prominent red sign, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by white railings and greenery.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.

6. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

Yingjie

£72

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A person standing in a pool with large wind turbines in the background.

A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious indoor dining area with white chairs and tables, large windows, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, wooden bar, white chairs, and potted plants.

7. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

Chelsea

£83

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

8. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

£132

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

9. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Ryan

£124

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

10. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

daniel

£83

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and bar stools.

A reception area with a UFC sign, multiple monitors, and a closed sign indicating the counter is not open.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television screen.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, umbrellas, and a metal fence.

11. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Manoora

Chris

£69

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

12. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Alok

£121

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A waterfall cascading over rocks into a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A hotel courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall.

Two people sitting on rocks by a clear water body, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a painting on the wall.

13. Palm Royale Cairns

Manunda

Ron

£122

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a white door, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with wicker chairs.

14. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Earlville

Rachel

£77

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a black and beige rug, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

15. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North

carlos

£111

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a Comfort Inn sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a painting on the wall.

A restaurant with indoor seating, ceiling fans, and decorative lighting.

A bar area with a green leafy wall, a cash register, and a beverage dispenser.

16. Comfort Inn Cairns City

Cairns Central Business District

Ping

£77

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

17. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Micheala

£150

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

18. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

£156

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

A bedroom with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with pillows.

19. The Oceanfront Cairns

Cairns North

Recky

£92

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

James

£115

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

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Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

"My second time staying here and couldn’t recommended more. Staff is helpful, the room is perfectly clean and has everything you need, the bed is super comfy! Parking is free and the pool has a nice temperature. The property is very close to Trinity Beach and the neighborhood is safe. I will stay here again."

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A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with two white chairs, a kettle, and a coffee maker.

A spacious living area with a dining table, two sofas, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

"Nice accommodation"

Aparthotel

A wooden pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are three black bar stools and a decorative owl painting on the wall.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a covered patio area.

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"Very spacious and quiet accommodation right on beachfront"

Aparthotel

A tropical resort with a central water feature, palm trees, and lounge areas.

A modern living room with a dining area, featuring a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A beach with pebbles, a clear sky, and mountains in the distance.

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

Yorkeys Knob

"Nice place. Very comfortable. We hated to leave."

Aparthotel

A balcony with a chair, a view of the beach, and a pool area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"This was a very clean, well kept and well located apartment for a short stay!"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."

Aparthotel

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a building with multiple balconies, and lush greenery.

A travel agency interior with a reception desk, seating area, and walls lined with travel brochures and maps.

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North

"Excellent location Large apartment Great in room facilities including washer and dryer"

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A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants, a table with chairs, and umbrellas.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

A balcony with a glass table, two chairs, and a white lantern.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with a view of a pool and palm trees, a table, and chairs.

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"

Aparthotel

A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, a dining table with chairs, and a view of a swimming pool and greenery.

Cascade Gardens

Cairns Central Business District

"Great stay. The rooms are spacious, clean, we'll equipt, quiet. Staff is great and the location is superb."

Apartment

A living room with two blue sofas, a glass coffee table with lemons, a wooden chair, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A clear pool with reflections of surrounding greenery and a seating area with umbrellas.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

Clifton Beach

"Friendly and helpful staff Close to the beach"

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a small island in the distance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by tropical vegetation.

The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove

"Great location near the Esplanade."

Aparthotel

A beach with palm trees and the sun setting over the water.

A beach view with palm trees and a sunset.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a TV, and a view of the beach and ocean.

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"The host was amazing. Great check-in process and very helpful. View from the room was excellent and location was great."

Aparthotel

A clear blue pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A two-story building with a covered porch, a fenced garden area, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, and a nightstand.

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Woree

"it was good stay."

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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A train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and distant mountains under a blue sky.

Yorkeys Knob Beach

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Yorkeys Knob Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns.

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Head to sights like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station as you discover Cairns and Barrier Reef.

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A clear turquoise sea with a sailboat in the distance and buoys on the shore.

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Excellent room with a beautiful view, great location to walk everywhere. The only issue which was constant that the wifi was not working properly in our room, we constantly were kicked off of it and no fix was offered, even though I identified this issue right away, it’s a shame as otherwise this is a perfect hotel."

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The property had everything I required. It was easy to get to the city & highway North or South. Would definitely stay again."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay close to restaurants"

The Oceanfront Cairns

8/10 Good

"Limited parking in exposed front park lot, otherwise it was street parking. One lift operating which took a while during peak time close to checkout. Bit of construction work going on. Otherwise spacious great room (just unfortunate that there is a small step into the bathroom which is a toe catcher, and shower glass doesn’t cover enough whereby the floor outside gets very wet)."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, bathroom could benefit from updating. Facilities were good with friendly staff."

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great room and location. I woke up with sun rise above"

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Landon checked us in and out. He was delightful. The breakfast was fantastic with a wonderful view. Loved our harbor view and how centrally it was located. Great stay!"

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I’ve stayed here several times Parking easy Clean, comfortable room Would prefer a proper fridge and a microwave in my room Staff always pleasant and helpful"

More cheap stays in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street Parramatta Park QLD

£37

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

6.8/10 (48 reviews)

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD

£38

22 Oct - 23 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD

£47

3 Oct - 4 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (93 reviews)

YHA Cairns Central

20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD

£55

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (241 reviews)

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD

£69

22 Oct - 23 Oct

includes taxes & fees

4.8/10 (28 reviews)

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD

£111

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (458 reviews)

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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef hotels

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Pacific Hotel Cairns

3. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5. Trinity Collective

6. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

7. Coral Tree Inn

8. Crystalbrook Bailey

9. Cairns Plaza Hotel

10. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

11. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

12. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

13. Palm Royale Cairns

14. Cairns Southgate Hotel

15. Floriana Boutique Hotel

16. Comfort Inn Cairns City

17. Hilton Cairns

18. Crystalbrook Flynn

19. The Oceanfront Cairns

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Holiday Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Trinity Collective

Cairns Beach Resort

Coral Sands Resort

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Cascade Gardens

Clifton Sands Holiday Apartments

The Reef Retreat

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Stay near popular Cairns and Barrier Reef attractions

Cairns Esplanade

Palm Cove Beach

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Convention Centre

Cairns Night Markets

Yorkeys Knob Beach

Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

More cheap stays in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

The Espy Hostel

YHA Cairns Central

The Reef Motel

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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