What is Cairns Central Business District like?

Cairns Central Business District is a welcoming neighborhood known for its coral reefs and major shopping area. Are you looking for Cairns Central Business District travel tips? Be sure to check out Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Cairns Central Business District?

Based on our traveler data, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay in Cairns Central Business District. This hotel is steps from Reef Fleet Terminal, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Cairns Central Business District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 215 Cairns Central Business District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Cairns Central Business District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cairns Central Business District?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Cairns Central Business District, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in Cairns Central Business District?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Muddy's Playground, and Michaelmas Cay. Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Night Markets are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Cairns Regional Gallery, Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, and Reef Fleet Terminal are just a few of the places to visit in and around Cairns Central Business District. When you're sightseeing in Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns Museum and Reef Teach are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Cairns Central Business District and the greater Tropical North Waterfront area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Cairns Station. You can inquire about options for water travel at the marina.

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1. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Jeromy

SAR 833 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

2. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

SAR 654 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Michaela

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

4. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Micheala

SAR 717 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

5. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

Taylor

SAR 815 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

6. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Terri

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

7. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

Catherine

SAR 654 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

8. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Alok

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

Suzanne

SAR 638 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

James

SAR 560 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

11. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Ryan

SAR 674 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

12. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

Dave

SAR 773 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

13. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

Stephen

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

14. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

Edmund

SAR 649 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

15. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Jim

SAR 564 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

16. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

Yingjie

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

17. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

Chelsea

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

18. Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Gayle

SAR 518 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

19. Park Regis City Quays

Cairns Central Business District

HAYLEY

SAR 498 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Douglas

SAR 456 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 917 reviews	View
Hilton Cairns	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

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Top Cairns Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location, great amenities and very helpful staff. The rooms were serviced daily and items were replenished according to your preferences. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food and drink and was good value for money. The hotel room was very clean. Only downside was that some elements of the hotel look a bit tired (eg the outside walls, some of the paintwork and soft furnishings) and could do with a refresh. Overall would recommend and would stay again."

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent

"We returned to this establishment as I wanted to and needed to examine the antique Melodeon that I inspected on a previous visit. I needed to take some photos and measurements as I had another unit of a client that was needing a full restoration and would have even offered to buy the unit in the hotel however some staff remembered seeing it in the main hall but no one was able to remember where it had gone or why. The securing marks were still on the wall where the Melodeon was placed but now it is gone somewhere???????? Very disappointed......."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

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Our top choices for Cairns Central Business District hotels

1. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

2. Crystalbrook Bailey

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

4. Hilton Cairns

5. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

6. Oaks Cairns Hotel

7. Pullman Cairns International

8. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

11. Cairns Plaza Hotel

12. Crystalbrook Flynn

13. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

14. Mantra Esplanade

15. The Benson Hotel

16. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

17. Coral Tree Inn

18. Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

19. Park Regis City Quays

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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