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Where to stay in Cairns

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Cairns Travel Info

Best neighbourhoods
Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns North and Cairns Central Business District
Number of hotels
1,222
Highest price
£264
Lowest price
£30
Known attractions
Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Aquarium and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
5-star hotels
6

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Cairns?

Sanctuary Palm Cove is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach, and it offers private pools and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options based on reviews include Pullman Reef Hotel Casino and Crystalbrook Riley. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Cairns.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Cairns has to offer?

Tropical Beachside Home - Pool, Wifi: This highly rated holiday home rental in Cairns is located near the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and an arcade/games room. Some other homes for rent in Cairns include Casa Bella Vista - Luxury Beachfront Home near Great Barrier Reef and Castle In The Sky - Incredible Views. See all vacation rentals in Cairns.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Cairns.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Cairns?

Based on reviews, Cairns Colonial Club Resort is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other good options for your budget-friendly stay include Cairns Sunland Leisure Park and Acacia Court Hotel. View all budget hotels in Cairns.

What's the best family accommodation in Cairns?

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your family trip include Cairns Colonial Club Resort and Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. Also, attractions such as Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Cairns.

What's the best hotel for a romantic holiday to Cairns?

Cairns Treetop Retreat is a favourite resort for couples, and features free parking and a garden. Other good options for a stay with your sweetheart include Cairns PET FRIENDL THE HOMESTEAD: Redlynch Pet fees apply Kitchenette YES and Self contained studio suite guest house, pool, great location Smithfield, Cairns. See all romantic hotels in Cairns.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Cairns?

Cairns Plaza Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and private balconies. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns and Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns are two other good choices for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Cairns.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Cairns?

Lovely Downstairs Home (Family Accommodation) is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets and offers in-room kitchens for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Cairns Queens Court and Cairns Treetop Retreat . See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Cairns.

What's the best accommodation option to stay near the beach in Cairns?

Mantra Amphora is a top beach hotel offering a full-service spa and private balconies, located within a short 10-minute walk of Palm Cove Beach . Other good options to stay near the beach include Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove and Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa. See more stays near the beach in Cairns.

What's the best high-end place to stay in Cairns?

Crystalbrook Bailey is a luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and 3 bars, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns and Pacific Hotel Cairns are two other upscale options for your stay. Find more luxury hotels in Cairns.

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Cairns?

The Abbott Boutique Hotel is a favourite 4-star hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 33 guestrooms and free WiFi. Sarayi Boutique Hotel and Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore are a couple of other boutique hotels.

What's the best hotel for a golf holiday in Cairns?

Cairns Treetop Retreat is a top resort that has an adjacent golf course and features free parking. Other good options if you'd like to stay near a golf course include Cairns PET FRIENDL THE HOMESTEAD: Redlynch Pet fees apply Kitchenette YES and Sarayi Boutique Hotel. You can tee off at Cairns Golf Club or Half Moon Bay Golf Course while you're in town. See more golf hotels in Cairns.

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