Hotels in Cairns

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Outdoor spa tub
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
The price is $92
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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XApartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Outdoor pool | 3 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Elysium Triton by the Sea

3.0 star property
Cairns
9.6/10Exceptional (16 reviews)
20% off
$456 nightly
Price is $1,004
Total with taxes and fees
Elysium Triton by the Sea

Check out family-friendly hotels in Cairns

Outdoor spa tub
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
The price is $92
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is $113
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Crystalbrook Flynn
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You can also stay at hotels with a hot tub in Cairns

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The Reef House Adults Retreat

The Reef House Adults Retreat

5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (704)
The price is $454
$500 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
The Reef House Adults Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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When is the best time to visit Cairns?

Our prices for hotels in Cairns are cheapest in February
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December
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High 30°C / low 24°C. Partly sunny.
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December, High crowds, average high temperature 30 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 24 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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Top neighborhoods in Cairns

Palm Cove showing a beach, a garden and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

Cairns's Palm Cove neighborhood is known for its beaches and spas, and entices visitors with attractions including Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

Tropical North Waterfront's Cairns Central Business District neighborhood is known for its shopping and offers a host of things to see such as Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Trinity Beach

Cairns's Trinity Beach neighborhood is known for its beaches and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions including Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool
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Cairns North

The Cairns North neighborhood is loved for its restaurants and cafes, and has lots of things to do and see including Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland.

Clifton Beach featuring mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf
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Clifton Beach

Cairns's Clifton Beach neighborhood is known for its beaches and gardens, and entices visitors with attractions including Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach.

Top landmarks in Cairns

Busy day at Cairns Esplanade swimming lagoon in Cairns North, Queensland with lifeguard on duty and visitors enjoying the sun and water activities

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5 (3,515 reviews)
Cairns Esplanade is worth a pic or two when discovering Cairns North. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?
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One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre

4.2/5 (2,592 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Cairns Central Shopping Centre in Cairns Central Business District. Splash some more cash at Cairns Night Markets.
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Cairns and related destinations

Notable for its waterfront, Cairns features attractions such as Cairns Night Markets and Esplanade Lagoon. This welcoming city has something for everyone including sights like Reef Hotel Casino and Cairns Performing Arts Centre within a tropical setting.

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Cairns showing a sunset, general coastal views and a beach

Check out reviews of Cairns hotels guests love

Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"everything was excellent .i just love it except one receptionist lady who gave us wrong information regarding parking . otherwise we enjoyed Living there."
Eshrat 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Palm Royale Cairns

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Cairns?
Floriana Boutique Hotel, Oasis at Palm Cove and Crystalbrook Bailey are all properties that our guests really like.
Where can I get free parking with my stay in Cairns?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Hotel Tropiq, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns and Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove. You can check out all 15 options on our site.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Cairns?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Cairns, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Cairns if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 295 vacation homes. In addition, there are 784 apartments and 20 condos.
What will the weather in Cairns be like during my trip?
Cairns is a great place to visit any time of year with an average temperature of 70°F during the coldest months.
Why should I book my Cairns accommodation with Hotels.com?
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