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Best Cairns hotels

Most recommended Cairns hotels

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Crystal Garden Resort & Restaurant - Cairns - Pool
AED 329+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Tropical Queenslander - Cairns - Bedroom
Tropical Queenslander
5.7 Fair
AED 290+
AED 290+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
8.8 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 482+
AED 482+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Cairns City Sheridan
5.8 Fair
Cairns CBDAED 299+
AED 299+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Kewarra Beach Resort and Spa
8.5 Very Good
AED 485+
AED 485+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 140+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Aspect Central
7.6 Good
AED 218+
AED 218+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Cairns Plaza Hotel
8.4 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 514+
AED 514+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
8 Very Good
AED 333+
AED 333+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
AED 518+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Comfort Inn Cairns City
7.4 Good
Cairns CBDAED 327+
AED 327+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Heritage Cairns
8.2 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 332+
AED 332+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Park Regis City Quays
8 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 544+
AED 544+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Mercure Cairns
7.5 Good
Cairns CBDAED 535+
AED 535+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hotel Tropiq
7 Good
AED 345+
AED 345+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Pullman Cairns International
7.9 Good
Cairns CBDAED 678+
AED 678+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

Cairns hotels near Cairns Regional Gallery

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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort - Cairns - Restaurant
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
8.1 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 654+
AED 654+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns - Cairns - Lobby
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
7.9 Good
Cairns CBDAED 616+
AED 616+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
8.4 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 735+
AED 735+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hilton Cairns
8.3 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 766+
AED 766+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool

Top Cairns hotels with parking

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Sunshine Tower Hotel - Cairns - Patio
Sunshine Tower Hotel
7.9 Good
Cairns CBDAED 398+
AED 398+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Cairns Sheridan Hotel - Cairns - Balcony
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
7.9 Good
AED 471+
AED 471+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Coral Tree Inn
8 Very Good
Cairns CBDAED 351+
AED 351+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Mantra Esplanade
7.9 Good
Cairns CBDAED 494+
AED 494+
Parking
Pool

How much is a Cairns hotel?

Here are our most popular & best value hotels

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Good to know

Low season

January

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

AED 581

Average price (weekend night)

AED 532
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
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When to book a hotel in Cairns

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Top tips for finding Cairns hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Cairns, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Cairns in January and February.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Cairns if you stay on a Monday. The opposite is true for, Tuesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 31 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns accommodation.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Cairns for 5 days.
  • Hoping to enjoy some of Cairns scenic views? Consider staying in a hotel next to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, such as the Lake Placid Tourist Park hotel, located a 3-minute drive away. The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a cable car that allows guests to ride over the rainforest, stopping at various points in order to enjoy the beautiful walking trails.
  • If you enjoy nature and green spaces, why not choose a hotel next to the Cairns Botanic Gardens, which features a variety of tropical plants from around the world and offers both guided and self-guided tours? The Crystal Garden Resort is a 2-minute drive away.
  • An art-lover looking for some culture? The Cairns Art Gallery is set in a restored government building which dates back to the early 1900s and contains a variety of Australian art. The 4-star Mantra Esplanade hotel is only 100 metres away.
  • To have a thrilling and adrenaline-pumping experience in Cairns, why not pick a hotel near AJ Hackett Cairns, a popular bungee-jumping attraction? The Trinity Beach Pacific is only 3 minutes’ drive away, as well as being just 2 minutes’ walk from the oceanfront.
  • If you want to learn more about the city’s rich history, reserve a hotel next to the Cairns Museum, such as the Hides Hotel, located a 1-minute walk away. The Cairns Museum has exhibits and artifacts related to the creation of the city, as well as information about the pioneers that settled in the area.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Cairns

  • Which hotels in Cairns have a good view?

    The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is a 4-star choice located directly on the Cairns Esplanade offering the choice of rooms with views of the ocean. The Holiday Inn at Harbourside is next to Trinity Bay and has rooms with balconies that overlook the water.

  • Which hotels in Cairns have free parking?

    The Mantra Trilogy, next to the Cairns Esplanade, has free on-site parking as well as a large, outdoor pool. The Cairns Sheridan Hotel is located next to the Captain Cook Highway and has free parking and a fitness centre. Just 3 minutes’ walk from the ocean, The Acacia Court Hotel has both free parking and tennis courts.

  • What are good hotels in Cairns near the Cairns Central Shopping Centre?

    The Dreamtime Travellers Rest is a budget-friendly hotel next to the Cairns Central Shopping Centre, with a choice of both shared and private rooms. The Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is 3 minutes’ walk from the shopping centre near the Bruce Highway.

  • What are good hotels in Cairns near St. Monica's Old Cathedral?

    The Caravella Backpackers is an affordable hotel 3 minutes’ walk from St. Monica’s Old Cathedral and 2 minutes’ walk to the ocean. The Cascade Gardens Holiday Apartments are 2 minutes’ walk from the cathedral and a 5-minute walk from the RAAF Memorial. The ibis Styles Cairns is 3 minutes’ walk from the cathedral and a 2-minute walk to Cairns’ Centre of Contemporary Arts.

  • How much does a hotel cost in Cairns?

    The average price of a double room in Cairns is AED 477 per night. In the last 3 days, KAYAK found great deals as cheap as AED 333 per night.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Cairns?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Cairns districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Cairns city centre

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Cairns hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Cairns that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Crystal Garden Resort & Restaurant, Tropical Queenslander and Cairns City Sheridan.

Where to stay in Cairns?

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