Best Hotels in Cairns

Explore Cairns hotels and choose from 173 properties near landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining.

Pacific Hotel Cairns
8.5 (268 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.

Crystalbrook Riley
8.7 (217 reviews)

Crystalbrook Riley ★★★★★

📍 131/141 Esplanade, Cairns

"The room layout was cozy, and the room service was quite good. The pool was beautiful, and the food was also nice. The hotel is within walking distance of the city center. On a side note: avoid the trendy pasta restaurant Vila Romana (pictured in Figure 4). We're from Melbourne, and they thought we were tourists from China. An old man who spoke some Chinese kept trying to rip us off and was vague about wanting a tip. Figure 3, IMM Thai Cafe, was delicious; we ate there three times, haha."

Alivio Hotel Cairns
8.1 (79 reviews)

Alivio Hotel Cairns ★★★★

📍 136 Sheridan St, Cairns

"We enjoyed our stay here very much. Next time though I would ask for pool side as I think it would have been quieter than the street side with the mountain view. Very good breakfast both at the hotel and the one that was provided down the street at the cafe. It was a bit rushed at the café if you have an early morning departure for an activity. We had to take it to go a couple times. The room was spacious and we could get clean towels each day or as needed as there was no housekeeping for our 5 day stay. Pool was nice and hardly anyone using it when we were there. We definitely recommend this hotel. Good price too for our stay with the breakfast!"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
8.5 (172 reviews)

Cairns Colonial Club Resort ★★★★

📍 18-26 Cannon St, Manunda

"Wonderful reception staff. Jason was great when helping us find a pouch that my girlfriend left an item in the room. Even though we only lodged the missing item report a week after checking-out, the item was still safely kept and returned to us within a day."

Cairns City Palms
8.2 (46 reviews)

Cairns City Palms ★★★

📍 199-205 Sheridan St, Cairns North

"Nice accommodation. Clean room and friendly staff. They had complimentary coffee and muffins every morning which was great."

Crystalbrook Bailey
9.3 (251 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.

YHA Cairns Central
8.8 (225 reviews)

YHA Cairns Central ★★★

📍 20-26 McLeod St, Cairns

"The room was relatively clean. The men's shower had low hot water pressure, but it was clean. There's no soap or shampoo, so it's best to bring your own."

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
9.0 (145 reviews)

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort ★★★★

📍 122 Lake St, Cairns City, Cairns

"There are many hotels and accommodations nearby. We paid a premium price and expected a better stay during the Christmas season. Unfortunately, the cleanliness and service did not meet an acceptable standard or our expectations. We were a group of three adults. Upon check-in, we discovered that one set of towels and one cup/glass were missing. We contacted the housekeeper and reception four times before finally receiving the missing items. Later, we found ants in the tea and coffee-making area. We attempted to contact the housekeeper several times, but the line was either engaged or unanswered. We then contacted reception twice and eventually reported the issue. When the housekeeper arrived, he sprayed insect repellent directly in the area where the kettle, cups, coffee, and tea bags were located. He commented, “It’s common. It’s a tropical area.” He also left the insect repellent in the room and told us to spray it ourselves if needed."

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
8.8 (355 reviews)

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns ★★★★

📍 121-123 Esplanade, Cairns

"The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the pier. The facilities are a bit dated, but sufficient for a standard stay. The bathroom is a bit small, and the shower space is tight – it's the kind where you shower in the tub, with only a half-glass partition instead of a shower curtain or sliding door, so the floor easily gets wet. Toiletries like toothbrushes and toothpaste aren't provided, but we brought our own, so I'm not sure if you need to specifically request them. Slippers are provided. Cleanliness is acceptable. The breakfast selection isn't extensive, but it's enough if you don't have high expectations."

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Park Regis Hotel Cairns Hotels in Cairns

Park Regis Hotel Cairns

"Room was clean and comfortable. Shower was nice and there was everything I needed. It was a short stay but it was good, and close to several restaurants."

Cairns Sheridan Hotel Hotels in Cairns

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."

The Benson Hotel Hotels in Cairns

The Benson Hotel

"Quite Central to where you need to be in Cairns. At first sight, the hotel looked quite crusty externally but the room (and interior) were fine. Breakfast was rather delicious. Pool looked ok but don’t actually go in as there was little cover from the sun i.e. additional deck chair umbrellas. Had to haggle for a late check-out (from 10am to 11am) but in the end, after using reason and logic, we got there… Overall a good experience"

Mantra Trilogy Hotels in Cairns

Mantra Trilogy

"The room was clean and comfortable. The location was convenient, with easy access to the port and other sightseeing spots."

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Hotel Tropiq Hotels in Cairns

Hotel Tropiq

Showcasing a relaxed, mid-century tropical design, this boutique hotel features a stunning resort-style pool area that serves as an oasis for budget-conscious travellers.

Cairns Southgate Hotel Hotels in Cairns

Cairns Southgate Hotel

"I've never seen a hotel like this in my life, cockroaches in the kitchen drawer dead, cigarette butts on the balcony, rude manager, shower that drips 24 hours a day, no room service, the environment smells bad. Vice will complain about you and treat you very badly, it seems like you are the one doing him a favor and are here paying. Horrible "

Cairns City Apartments Hotels in Cairns

Cairns City Apartments

"I was able to request early check-in for free using the contact information email I had purchased on Trip.com. It took 15 minutes by taxi from the airport, costing about $45. You can walk to the port to Green Island, the place where you can hold koalas, the supermarket, and anywhere in the city center. I was grateful for the self-check-out arrangement. The room was clean and there were no problems with the terrace, air conditioning, toilet, shower, or kitchen. However, the shampoo in the amenities is quite squeaky, so if you are concerned about this, it is better to bring your own. There is no toothbrush, but there is a bath towel. Overall, I'm really glad I stayed here! Thank you!"

Motel Nomad Hotels in Cairns

Motel Nomad

"There's a supermarket nearby, making shopping very convenient. There's also a bus stop nearby, making transportation easy. However, it's far from the city center, so you'll need to travel if you plan on going to bars or other places that serve alcohol."

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Guest Reviews on Cairns Hotels

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Solo traveler
Pacific Hotel Cairns ★★★★
"It was the best! The front desk staff were so kind and attentive. The hotel was also very clean. I'd love to stay again!"
★★★★★
2026-07-12
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JP Guest User

Traveling with friends
Crystalbrook Riley ★★★★★
"The resort vibe was fantastic! It was clean, and the facilities were excellent."
★★★★★
2026-09-16
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Couple
Alivio Hotel Cairns ★★★★
"Have to say the best thing for this hotel is its room size, Huge! And water pressure is good. But pain point is really clear, the WIFI is not working in my room (bad signal), I can only sit in lounge/bar area at the ground floor to get WiFi."
★★★★★
2026-01-09
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Family
Cairns Colonial Club Resort ★★★★
"Location close to city. When booking asked for easy access for my elderly mother, room was quite a walk for her to get to. Had to use the wheelchair, path was a little uneven. Apart from that everything else was good."
★★★★★
2026-06-16
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Traveling with friends
Cairns City Palms ★★★
"Everything was fine, except for the location."
★★★★★
2025-12-09
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CN Dacandou1971

Traveling with friends
Crystalbrook Bailey ★★★★★
"What a terrible hotel! The sofa bed in the living room was completely unusable; it sagged in the middle, and I woke up with severe back pain after just one night. The actual room looked nothing like the pictures online. The living room is right in the center, so the sofa bed is visible as soon as you walk in, offering zero privacy. The service was also awful, with staff being rude and unhelpful. Most importantly, it's been two weeks since I returned home, and my deposit still hasn't been refunded. I highly advise anyone considering staying here to think twice."
★★★★☆
2026-05-30
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JP Guest User

Solo traveler
YHA Cairns Central ★★★
"I use this place almost every time I come to Cairns. It's affordable, located in the city center, and clean! It's a place I want to use again and again."
★★★★★
2026-09-08
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Solo traveler
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort ★★★★
"Pool water is not very clean. Breakfast is very basic and everyday is the same and not tasteful at all. Gym room is very small and not much facility to do the workout."
★★★★★
2024-12-28
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US jung jm

Traveling with friends
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns ★★★★
"Its near the night market and also the lagoon. 5 mins walk to all the restaurants."
★★★★★
2026-07-25

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Number of reviews

8,482

Total properties

173

Weekday Avg. Price

CAD 290

Weekend Avg. Price

CAD 284

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