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1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,134 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"The location was perfect—right on the marina and close to all the activities around the reef and shopping plus parks and restaurants. The staff were amongst some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve had on our travels!"
United States
Jonah
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

3. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, nice big clean bedrooms. Excellent breakfast, helpful staff. We really enjoyed our stay at Hilton Cairns."
United States
Emilia
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairns

4. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amenities were great, mainly adults not many kids running around so nice and peaceful"
Australia
Joanne
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn

5. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns

6. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We only stayed one night between a connecting flight. Reasonably close to the airport. Staff were friendly. Room was quite big. Building is quite rundown but we didn't explore any of the pool area or restaurants as we arrived late in the evening and left first thing in the morning."
Australia
Chloe
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Palm Royale Cairns

7. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

8. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Great location, around a 5 minute walk to the sea front and shops"
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Benson Hotel

9. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Cairns Southgate Hotel

10. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

11. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Locality perfect for walking to the wharf for reef excursions. And the CBD. Only stayed for one night but the facilities (pools etc) looked amazing. Desk staff were lovely."
Australia
Megan
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Pullman Cairns International

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place, location, and fantastic breakfast buffet!"
United States
James
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

13. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at for the price!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Cairns Queens Court

14. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay."
Canada
Dianne
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

16. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

17. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Terrific stay. Excellent location - close to restaurants & shops. Will love to stay there again."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mantra Esplanade

18. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (584 reviews)
"Great and convenient location. Easy parking and spacious rooms. We were very comfortable and happy with our stay."
United States
Ruth
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cairns City Palms

19. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jessica
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Trinity Collective

20. Coral Tree Inn

Coral Tree Inn
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location with helpful and friendly staff!"
Canada
Chelsea
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Coral Tree Inn
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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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