Best Hotels in Cairns

Explore Cairns with 165 hotels near iconic landmarks, popular shopping streets, and top dining spots.

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
8.7 (154 reviews)

Cairns Colonial Club Resort ★★★★

📍 18-26 Cannon St, Manunda

"We were enjoying the 4 night stays with family to explore cairns. The buffet breakfast is good, the variety is not the much but sufficient and the coffee is delicious."

Pacific Hotel Cairns
8.6 (255 reviews)

Pacific Hotel Cairns ★★★★

📍 43 Esplanade, Cairns

Boasting a fantastic central location directly opposite the Reef Fleet Terminal, this contemporary hotel treats guests to stunning harbour views and exceptional Brazilian dining at its on-site restaurant.

YHA Cairns Central
8.8 (222 reviews)

YHA Cairns Central ★★★

📍 20-26 McLeod St, Cairns

"The instructions for late check-in were very clear. The room was clean and relatively quiet. The location is right in the city center, making it convenient to get everywhere. The atmosphere was also good."

Crystalbrook Bailey
9.3 (250 reviews)

Crystalbrook Bailey ★★★★★

📍 Ground Floor A/163 Abbott St, Cairns

This modern, art-inspired hotel showcases vibrant local artwork throughout its sustainable luxury spaces, offering a creative and eco-conscious stay just a short walk from the waterfront.

Cairns Queens Court
7.1 (97 reviews)

Cairns Queens Court ★★★

📍 167-171 Sheridan St, Cairns North

A privately-owned, budget-friendly boutique property that offers a comfortable mix of traditional hotel rooms and self-contained studios within easy walking distance of the city centre.

Alivio Hotel Cairns
8.0 (70 reviews)

Alivio Hotel Cairns ★★★★

📍 136 Sheridan St, Cairns

"Nice stay!"

Crystalbrook Riley
8.9 (205 reviews)

Crystalbrook Riley ★★★★★

📍 131/141 Esplanade, Cairns

"The environment is excellent, and the pool is great."

Cairns City Palms
7.9 (40 reviews)

Cairns City Palms ★★★

📍 199-205 Sheridan St, Cairns North

"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms could be a bit cleaner and are showing their age. Free coffee and juices were provided at breakfast."

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
8.2 (112 reviews)

Cairns Sheridan Hotel ★★★★

📍 295 Sheridan St, Cairns City, Cairns North

"We were late arriving, which I had notified the property of. When checking in the guy at the desk was not the Aussie welcome I’d expected. He was short and dismissive. We left quite early the next morning and the same person ‘Russell’ was on reception and showed little regard or gratitude for our stay. It felt as though we were an inconvenience to him us being there. The room itself was pleasant."

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Cairns Harbourside Hotel Hotels in Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

"The location and the staff's service were particularly good. Most of the tourist spots like Cairns Central Station and the Esplanade are about a 20-30 minute walk away. The hotel's front desk staff were also all very warm and friendly. It was a great help that they would fill up my water bottle at the hotel bar if I had one."

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort Hotels in Cairns

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

"We hv enjoyed our stay of 4-nights"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns Hotels in Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns

"Cannot recommend Doubletree and it's staff enough. After spending several months in hotel accommodations throughout the cairns region, this hotel takes first place by a long shot. From the warm cookie at check-in, to the stunning gardens and presentation, the room was spacious and very clean. Every staff member was friendly with truly standout customer service (a rarity nowadays) The manager on duty Luse went above and beyond to assist us, we will be raving about her and her staff to everyone we know for a long time. Not a single fault, and we will most certainly be returning as soon as we can. Thank you to Luse and the staff for a memorable and standout experience, if I could select more than 5 stars I would."

Little Drifter Cairns Hotels in Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns

"The hotel's location is excellent, right in the city center. There's a large supermarket nearby and a night market just across the street. The front desk staff was very helpful and let me check in early. The hotel cleanliness is also good, with each bed being very clean and having its own privacy curtain."

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Cairns Southgate Hotel Hotels in Cairns

Cairns Southgate Hotel

"If I could give it a zero I would. This hotel is a scam. Please do not stay here. This hotel was booked on my family's behalf in town for a funeral and knowing what I know now I wouldn't let my dogs stay here let alone book and give them money front up. No right-minded person would. My stay at the hotel was extremely disappointing. The rooms and hallways had a strong odor of cigarettes and pot. The bedding was dirty and had no protection and only had sheets on them, and the towels had stains on them. The carpets were stained and sticky, and the bathroom was moldy and had dead insects. It felt like there were permanent residents living in the hotel which didnt feel safe. The room was not in good condition, with damaged and worn furniture adding to the poor ambiance. We found a ladies' handbag in a drawer with personal belongings, which made us question the cleanliness of this room.Other family staying in differnt room had the same issues. After spending less than a minute in the room, we decided not to stay. Unfortunately, reception was closed, and we had to wait until the next day to lodge our complaint with managment. Even then, the after-hours staff could only pass on our concerns, leaving us without any solution at the time and no where to stay. In reading the ACCC regulations our booking falls under a major fault. Despite demanding a refund, we have yet to receive one even after a week of correspondence and both the hotle and Wotif say we are entitled to a refund for our 3 days booking. I have escalated the matter to various consumer protection agencies, including the health department, Consumer Affairs Ombudsman, Fair Trading Office, and our bank. We are even exploring legal options. I refused to let them keep my $371 for a room that was moldy, dirty, and unsafe, especially considering the potential health hazards to my family. For your own safety and comfort, I would advise against staying at this hotel. This place is a SCAM."

Palm Royale Cairns Hotels in Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns

"Amazing stay"

Trinity Links Resort Hotels in Cairns

Trinity Links Resort

"We had a wonderful stay, and it all started with Ashley at reception. She was incredibly friendly, professional, and took care of everything for us from the moment we arrived. The rooms were clean and had everything we needed to be comfortable. Anytime we needed anything, Ashley was our go-to and she always made it happen. She really helped make our stay great. Ashley is a great example of excellent customer service, and we truly appreciated everything she did for us."

Motel Nomad Hotels in Cairns

Motel Nomad

"It's all okay. Great stay. Quiet and full kitchen amenities. We enjoyed our stay."

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Guest Reviews for Cairns Hotels

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Business traveler
Cairns Colonial Club Resort ★★★★
"What a beautiful hotel!!! It's so incredibly relaxing to find a hotel with a pool like this when you're traveling. I brought my grandma and mom, and they absolutely loved it, giving them a truly unforgettable trip."
★★★★★
2026-06-22
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Couple
Pacific Hotel Cairns ★★★★
"The perfect location and beautiful views at a reasonable price and with a quiet pool area and excellent restaurant. I noticed a few things around the room that could do with repairs but generally everything was still in working order. Perfect for anyone wanting to stay right in the city and explore."
★★★★★
2026-06-22
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Solo traveler
YHA Cairns Central ★★★
"There isn't a bedside outlet, which makes charging a bit inconvenient, but everything else felt pretty good. The room was spacious with curtains, and the common areas were also very comfortable. Overall, it was quite clean."
★★★★★
2026-04-30
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Family
Crystalbrook Bailey ★★★★★
"Pros: Great location – less than a 5-minute walk to the night market, which was super convenient. The reception area is gorgeous and makes a great first impression. Toiletries were excellent – good quality and not locked away like in some other hotels, and they smelled really nice. The rainforest shower was a standout – absolutely loved it. The rooftop bar is a vibe, with $9 margaritas and tacos, which was a great bonus. Cons: The room had a musty smell, and there was no window to let in fresh air, which made it feel quite closed in. The sink trap also had a strong unpleasant smell, and the cushions in the room didn’t smell fresh either. We booked for 4 people, but housekeeping only provided 2 towels daily, so we had to request more every day. The pool is quite small, and the chlorine levels seemed very high – it irritated and burned our eyes, and we ended up having to visit a pharmacy."
★★★★★
2026-04-17
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Family
Cairns Queens Court ★★★
"I booked a 3-bedroom apartment, but didn't have high expectations since it was a motel. However, it was cleaner than I thought and not bad at all. It's a bit far from the city center, so I had to use Uber frequently. Still, the accommodation fee was cheap enough that even with the Uber costs, it was still a good deal. It takes about 10 minutes by Uber to get to the city center, and you can just do your grocery shopping at a supermarket there and take an Uber back."
★★★★★
2026-07-13
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Couple
Alivio Hotel Cairns ★★★★
"Excellent service"
★★★★★
2025-07-22
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Family
Crystalbrook Riley ★★★★★
"The room was clean and tidy, perfect for a family trip."
★★★★★
2026-02-09
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Couple
Cairns City Palms ★★★
"The rooms need some major work done. Could have been alot cleaner. There were bedbugs also."
★★★★★
2026-02-08
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Cairns Sheridan Hotel ★★★★
"I booked this hotel for my manager during a recent business trip and received very positive feedback. The hotel offered excellent value for money, with clean and comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient location. While it may not be as modern as some of the larger hotels in Cairns, it provided everything needed for a comfortable stay. My manager particularly appreciated the overall comfort and convenience of the property, especially considering the reasonable room rate. Based on the feedback received, this hotel represents great value for money and I would happily book it again for future business travel."
★★★★★
2026-09-11

Cairns Travel Information

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Power Plug & Voltage

240V/Type I

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Exchange Rate

1 GBP ≈ 1.89 AUD

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Cards/ApplePay/Cash

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Connectivity

Telstra/Optus/Vodafone

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Current Weather

Partly clear with showers

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Number of reviews

8,537

Total properties

165

Weekday Avg. Price

£176

Weekend Avg. Price

£173

Trending hotel

YHA Cairns Central

Popular area

Cairns City Center

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