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Our top choices for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) hotels

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is SAR 314
SAR 350 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

2. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
Australia
Paul
The price is SAR 477
SAR 529 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

3. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,118 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is SAR 344
SAR 381 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is SAR 378
SAR 415 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

5. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Close to airport, but an in town location."
United States
Theodore
The price is SAR 383
SAR 424 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

6. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is SAR 282
SAR 310 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

7. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is SAR 472
SAR 519 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

8. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 4.4 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (576 reviews)
"Clean and close to the airport. Up grade was nice. Walking distance to lots of amenities. Would stay again"
United States
Lisa
The price is SAR 300
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cairns City Palms
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, location, and fantastic breakfast buffet!"
United States
James
The price is SAR 401
SAR 442 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a desk, a green chair with a blue pillow, a floor lamp, and a dark carpeted floor.

10. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is SAR 373
SAR 415 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

11. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is SAR 661
SAR 727 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

12. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great pools and location"
Australia
Warren
The price is SAR 554
SAR 609 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Flynn
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

13. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 11.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."
Australia
Steven
The price is SAR 951
SAR 951 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

14. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.8 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (668 reviews)
"We had a great 5 nights here, the superior rooms on the 2nd floor were excellent, quiet with plenty of space and a large balcony overlooking the pool. The staff were brilliant always ready to help with a smile. We're traveling by motorcycle so the secure underground parking was a particular boon. I'd definately stay again."
Canada
Douglas
The price is SAR 346
SAR 386 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Alivio Hotel Cairns
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

15. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,028 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
Australia
Paul
The price is SAR 567
SAR 624 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

16. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is SAR 402
SAR 448 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

17. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 4.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is SAR 205
SAR 225 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Queens Court
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

18. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is SAR 564
SAR 620 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hilton Cairns
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

19. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 11.4 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
Australia
Charlotte
The price is SAR 516
SAR 516 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

20. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 3.5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Excellent location Large apartment Great in room facilities including washer and dryer"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is SAR 426
SAR 474 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Tropic Towers Apartments
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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.
Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
36 reviews
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A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.
Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,118 reviews
View
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,118)
The price is SAR 344
SAR 381 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Top Cairns Intl. Hotel Reviews

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good
"Good location"
kin hoi 5-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Cairns

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

41-47 Digger Street Cairns North QLD
The price is SAR 312 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
SAR 312
SAR 347 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like near Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations located within a mile of the airport.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Cairns Colonial Club Resort is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular hotel, featuring 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). Other choices near the airport include The Oceanfront Cairns and Cairns Harbourside Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations near Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS).

What can I see and do near the airport in Cairns?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Cairns Museum. You can watch performances at Tanks Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. Spend some time wandering around Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Cairns Botanic Gardens, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.