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1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
United Kingdom
Laura
AU$240
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

3. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Diarmid
AU$293
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Crystalbrook Flynn

4. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Anastasia
AU$365
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Crystalbrook Riley

5. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Owais
AU$281
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hilton Cairns

6. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Crystalbrook Bailey

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Cassandra
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Carla
AU$267
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

9. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
Australia
daniel
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Alfio
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Mantra Esplanade

11. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Rachel
AU$259
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

12. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Pacific Hotel Cairns

13. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Genaviv
AU$279
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Pullman Cairns International

14. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Nino
AU$203
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

15. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Anne
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

16. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Australia
Charisse Mignon
AU$549
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

17. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Boris
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Oceanfront Cairns

18. Koala Court Holiday Apartments

Koala Court Holiday Apartments
Cairns North
Australia
Nancy
Koala Court Holiday Apartments

19. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Linda
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cairns Plaza Hotel

20. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Woree
Japan
KOSUKE
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
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Holiday Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Aparthotel

Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
Trinity Beach
"Lovely place."
Trinity Collective
Aparthotel

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
Holloways Beach
"The staff is very easy communication with. The room is clean and has everything we need."
Cairns Beach Resort
Aparthotel

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Aparthotel

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
Aparthotel

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort

Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Yorkeys Knob
"Nice place. Very comfortable. We hated to leave."
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Aparthotel

Coral Sands Resort

Coral Sands Resort
Trinity Beach
"Really well located. Easy, clean accomodation which met all the basic needs of a family holiday."
Coral Sands Resort
Aparthotel

Citysider Cairns

Citysider Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
"The staff were excellent"
Citysider Cairns
Aparthotel

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
Cairns Central Business District
"Well located, clean, comfortable, well priced,. I would recommend cascade gardens."
Cascade Gardens
Aparthotel

Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
Cairns Central Business District
"It was close to ocean and great restaurants"
Mantra Trilogy
Aparthotel

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
Cairns Central Business District
"this place is excellent"
BreakFree Royal Harbour
Aparthotel

The York Beachfront Holiday Apartments

The York Beachfront Holiday Apartments
Yorkeys Knob
"Good location. Close to beach. Friendly staff. Fully self contained."
The York Beachfront Holiday Apartments
Apartment

Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
Cairns Central Business District
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Escape On Lake
Aparthotel

Koala Court Holiday Apartments

Koala Court Holiday Apartments
Cairns North
"It was a nice enough hotel had all the amenities you needed. Not as close to downtown Cairns as I thought but still only a 25 minute walk."
Koala Court Holiday Apartments
Aparthotel

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Apartment

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
"Room was great location"
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
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Stay near popular Cairns and Barrier Reef attractions

A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
Photo by Tourism and Events Queensland

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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A sandy beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
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A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
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A train carriage with red seats and windows.
Photo by Caz and Craig @yTravelBlog

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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A narrow market aisle with clothing racks, hats, and accessories.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels in Tropical North Waterfront? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef

Head to sights like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station as you discover Cairns and Barrier Reef.

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A clear turquoise sea with a sailboat in the distance and buoys on the shore.
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay and very convenient. Pool was a bit dirty but everything else was good"
Patrick 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed in the superior room downstairs as I am unable to manage stairs. The room was awesome, but walls in this resort are paper thin as I heard every movement from the room above me and every room door slam shut, every single time. I - however closed mine gently it is possible maybe put signs up behind the doors to close gently. I have stayed also last year in the garden room and same issues but I generally loved the resort and the amenities available in the same place. A couple more disabled parks would also be good."
megan 7-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent in all ways - we thoroughly enjoyed our stay"
susan 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Crystalbrook Riley
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

8/10 Good
"Staff were friendly and helpful"
Rachel 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good
"We loved the central position to everything in Cairns, plus a beautiful view. Rooms very clean and fresh. Thought the hotel was dated and the swimming pool and surrounds need updating. More lifts are needed in hotel, such a very long walk to our room from lifts. But as said, the best position in Cairns."
Kaye 5-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Great location great staff"
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice views good location"
Laura 4-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

8/10 Good
"The room was spacious and accommodated our group well. The stove, TV, and fridge were all working properly. Having two toilets and a bathroom was also very convenient and useful for the number of guests in our group. Secure parking within the property was another positive, although there were not enough parking spaces available. Unfortunately, the unit felt quite outdated and appeared to need better maintenance. The beds were uncomfortable and seemed to be sinking, and the shower head could not be adjusted or moved. One particularly disappointing experience was when we asked for milk and coffee at around 7:00 am. We were told by the staff that no service was available until 8:00 am. Overall, while the unit was spacious and had some useful amenities, the outdated condition, lack of maintenance, uncomfortable beds, limited parking, and poor early-morning service made our stay disappointing."
Divina 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Bohemia Resort Cairns
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent
"So central and convenient place to stay. The pool deck was amazing, the staff are great as well. Loved my stay and would book again."
Genaviv 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Pullman Cairns International

More cheap accommodation in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street Parramatta Park QLD
AU$70
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
6.8/10 (46 reviews)
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
AU$71
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade Cairns QLD
AU$101
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (92 reviews)
The Espy Hostel
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD
AU$107
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (236 reviews)
YHA Cairns Central
The Reef Motel

The Reef Motel

228 Lake Street Cairns QLD
AU$130
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
4.6/10 (18 reviews)
The Reef Motel
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD
AU$205
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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