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Our top choices for Cairns Aquarium hotels

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Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958)
"Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff"
Australia
Lauren
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Bailey
City view from property
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Excellent hotel, excellent staff and excellent location. "
United States
Davoud
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed
Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.1 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Our stay was great, as were all the staff (Steph in particular). Would definitely stay again!"
United States
David
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Floriana Boutique Hotel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Room had a nice view clean spacious and the people at the desk were very accommodating. "
Australia
Janice
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Exactly what we were looking for , great location and clean. "
Canada
Mike
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (849)
"Clean, close to everything "
Australia
Kylie
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, < 0.1 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (811)
"The breakfast was good and staff were great."
Australia
Cameron Steven
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Fantastic stay , great staff"
Australia
Taymour
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Hilton Cairns
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (968)
"Friendly staff, centrally located "
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Heritage Cairns
Exterior
Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"Room was clean. Staff were friendly. "
United States
Nhung
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Oaks Cairns Hotel
Balcony
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
View from room
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great location and a great hotel "
United States
Gustavo
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
View from property
BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (763)
"Great location "
Australia
Alix
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
BreakFree Royal Harbour
TV, DVD player
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Cairns Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North, 0.6 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (607)
"Enjoyed my stay "
Australia
Michael
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
201 Lake Street Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"It was amaging stay, thank you so much!"
Australia
Riho
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Pullman Cairns International
Land view from property
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.3 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"awesome location great service "
Canada
Mary ann
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (608)
"Tidy, quiet, nice clean pool and bbq area. "
Australia
Lance
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Cascade Gardens
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Poolside (Entire Unit) | Living area
Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.9 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"This was a nice place and secure place"
Australia
Damian
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Reef Gateway Apartments
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Aquarium
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Very friendly staff, super helpful when we opted to extend our stay and arrive early"
United Kingdom
Bradley
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
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Top Cairns Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Loooove it "
Ana 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Hotels near other Cairns Aquarium attractions

Center of Contemporary Arts

You can enjoy a show at Center of Contemporary Arts during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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JUTE Theatre Company

You can enjoy a show at JUTE Theatre Company 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cairns Aquarium?
Cairns Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Tropical North Waterfront known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 375 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Cairns Aquarium?
Adjacent to Cairns Aquarium, Crystalbrook Riley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Crystalbrook Bailey.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Cairns Aquarium?
Expedia has 375 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cairns Aquarium.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Aquarium, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Cairns Aquarium.
What can I see and do near Cairns Aquarium?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at The Cairns Museum and Cairns Historical Society Museum. You can catch a show at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Tanks Arts Centre and Center of Contemporary Arts. You can wander around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air.
How can I get to Cairns Aquarium?
With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Cairns Aquarium is a breeze. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. You can learn about water travel options at the marina.