Cairns

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Palm Cove Beach showing swimming, a beach and tropical scenes

Where to stay in Cairns

Palm Cove Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Palm Cove
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(264 area reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District
Trinity Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a beach

Trinity Beach

Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

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

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland might round out your trip.

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

Clifton Beach

Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

Clifton Beach
Yorkeys Knob showing tranquil scenes and mountains

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

Yorkeys Knob
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is SAR130 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
SAR130
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
A good Cairns hotel
"A great priced hotel that I would recommend. The hotel room was not very luxurious but for only £106 it was very acceptable."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is SAR166 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
SAR166
per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Love Cairns
"We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay in the Hilton. The staff were very friendly, particularly Lily from Peru. It's a beautiful setting and very convenient for everything in Cairns."

Reviewed on 25 May, 2024

Hilton Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is SAR171 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR171
per night
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful gardens."

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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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.
Mantra Trilogy
Mantra Trilogy
4 out of 5
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,134 reviews)
"Good size pool. Very tidy well maintained gardens"

Reviewed on 24 May, 2024

Mantra Trilogy
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 out of 5
23-51 Anderson Road, Woree, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (658 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!!"

Reviewed on 29 May, 2024

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4 out of 5
3-11 Water Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,434 reviews)
"Didn't like the tile co. next door sorting their pallets at 6am"

Reviewed on 22 May, 2024

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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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.

Popular places to visit

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Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(253 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and explore Cairns Esplanade, a favorite green space in Cairns. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

Cairns Esplanade
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Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(109 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Marlin Marina
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Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(142 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this romantic area, find time to visit its spas.

Palm Cove Beach
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Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(104 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Esplanade Lagoon
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Cairns Night Markets

4/5(148 reviews)

During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

4.5/5(206 reviews)

You can take time to visit Skyrail Rainforest Cableway during your travels to Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs and shops in this walkable area.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

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