Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

Cairns

A waterfront with a wooden bridge, modern buildings, and lush greenery.
A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.
A tree-lined pathway with cyclists and pedestrians.
A historic building with columns and a classic roof, labeled as the Cairns Art Gallery.
A glass-domed enclosure with a water feature and a large crocodile.

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Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
The price is £92 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
£92
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is £142 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
£142
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £126 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£126
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Hilton Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is £123 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£123
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"the rooms have space and a spacious balconies however the rooms are dated, walls are paper thin (despite being as far away from the elevator possible), and there is mold in the grout of the shower. The beds are firm and only sheets on the bed. We tried to slowly increase the air conditioning but ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD
The price is £94 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
£94
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a wonderful breakfast. Staff was so accommodating and helpful. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

4 out of 5
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street Cairns QLD
The price is £77 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£77
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"I always come back here when I pass through Cairns. Clean & convenient."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Cairns Central Business District

Find the best Cairns Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Back Shot Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns North

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Parramatta Park

Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.



Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

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