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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Cairns hotels with a river view

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,121 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

2. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Go to place in Cairns for a Clean Central Hotel"
Australia
Craig
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

3. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 reviews)
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

4. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

5. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Clean and in the middle of the city. Short walks too."
Australia
Geiza
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Benson Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

6. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (674 reviews)
"Clean room, very close to city center."
Australia
Chris
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Alivio Hotel Cairns
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

7. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy parking, handy to airport."
Australia
Mary
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

8. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hilton Cairns
A hotel room with a view of a pool and a building with balconies.

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

10. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay in our King corner room with views over the inlet. Located close to the waterfront dining strip with the lagoon in easy walking distance. Very friendly, happy and helpful staff. Our first visit to Cairns and will definitely be returning again."
Paul 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Cairns
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, premium feeling overall even though it would benefit from a renovation. Swimming pool is nice but I would suggest to add some shaded area. Breakfast was good."
ANDREA 4-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Pullman Cairns International

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