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1. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 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$221
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

2. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn

3. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,133 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Pacific Hotel Cairns

5. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Lovely clean room. Great one night stay.Only thing that spoiled it was the noise from the nightclub close by so not a good sleep."
Australia
Jenny
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Benson Hotel

6. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairns

7. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 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

9. 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
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Pullman Cairns International

10. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 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

11. 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

12. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey

13. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

14. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was in walking distance to the HUGE HUGE pool next to the Ferris wheel and gift shops, and eating places, about a 15-20 min. walk."
United States
kathleen a
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

15. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 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$124
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Palm Royale Cairns

16. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful balcony, friendly staff"
United States
Vanessa
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Cairns Plaza Hotel

17. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 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
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

18. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Earlville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Cairns Southgate Hotel

19. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Cairns Queens Court

20. Coral Tree Inn

Coral Tree Inn
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location with helpful and friendly staff!"
Canada
Chelsea
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Coral Tree Inn
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Cairns and related destinations

The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef offers boat tours where you'll spot vibrant coral and sea turtles just below the surface. Explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest nearby, where guided walks reveal cassowaries and swimming holes locals recommend for cooling off.

A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

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What is there to do in Cairns near my houseboat?

Cairns has enough experiences and activities to keep you busy for weeks (or months!), beginning with Cairns Convention Centre. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Cairns Aquarium and Sugarworld Waterpark are other fantastic attractions. If you have time to spare, Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Yorkeys Knob Beach are nice final touches to your itinerary.

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