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Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 136 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 17 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $176/night.
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Cairns Gateway Resort
Cairns Gateway Resort

Cairns Gateway Resort

1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and an LED TV, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a hair dryer, towels, and an electric kettle.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.5
Good
621 reviews
Location
5.8 km from city centre
$122
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Travellers Oasis
Travellers Oasis

Travellers Oasis

8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns train station, Travellers Oasis presents an inviting accommodation option featuring an outdoor swimming pool complemented by relaxing hammocks. Just a brief stroll from The Esplanade and The Pier, this establishment offers a prime location for exploring Cairns. Guests can enjoy complimentary unlimited WiFi throughout their stay. Accommodation options at Travellers Oasis include spacious dormitory rooms along with private double, twin, and single rooms. Each room is furnished with fans, bed linen, towels, and a personal safety deposit box. Private rooms also feature a fridge stocked with complimentary600 ml water per guest, as well as a TV. Shared bathroom facilities are accessible to all guests, while air conditioning is available for an additional fee. Travellers Oasis provide 3 equipped Kichens, with complimentary Tea, Coffee and Herbs. Coin-operated laundry facilities are conveniently available, and complimentary luggage storage is provided. The tour desk offers assistance in organizing trips to the Great Barrier Reef and other surrounding areas of interest. Numerous dining and entertainment options, including restaurants and bars, are within easy walking distance from Travellers Oasis. Cairns Airport is the nearest airport, located 6 km away from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.2
Excellent
1424 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
$133
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Caravella Backpackers
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade Along with an outdoor pool, this hostel has a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Limited housekeeping is available. Caravella Backpackers offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.5
Excellent
1982 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
$112
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Floriana Boutique Hotel
Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel

183-185 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a fenced pool and a rainfall showerhead, as well as free WiFi and a TV. Other amenities include premium bedding, towels, a mini-fridge, and a picnic area.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
743 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
$218
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Suburban hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk This hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a conference center, and a business center. Cairns Colonial Club Resort offers 345 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
3111 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
$126
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HotelsCombined’s insights for budget hotels in Cairns

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next budget hotel in Cairns.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in Cairns?

May is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in Cairns, with average nightly rates around $62. Prices are highest in January, when rates rise to about $477 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Cairns budget hotels?

Budget hotels in Cairns are most affordable on Mondays, with average nightly rates around $215. Sundays are usually the most expensive, averaging $574 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $125, rising to an average cost of $300, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $151 for a 4-star budget hotel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in Cairns this weekend for as little as $100/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $38/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was $40/night for this weekend.
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Top-rated Budget hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 136 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Some of the best Cairns hotel options as decided by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
Escape On Lake
Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake

135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$147
Avg. per night
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Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$211
Avg. per night
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Cairns City Palms
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$147
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Aspect Central
Aspect Central

Aspect Central

209 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$100
Avg. per night
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Cairns City Motel
Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel

169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$119
Avg. per night
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Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$196
Avg. per night
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Palm Royale Cairns
Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns

7-11 Chester Court, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$99
Avg. per night
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Koala Beach Resort Cairns
Koala Beach Resort Cairns

Koala Beach Resort Cairns

137 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$143
Avg. per night
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Tropical Heritage Cairns
Tropical Heritage Cairns

Tropical Heritage Cairns

8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$109
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Cairns

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Cairns. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 17 September 2025.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$184
Avg. per night
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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$257
Avg. per night
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The Abbott Boutique Hotel
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$171
Avg. per night
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Bohemia Resort Cairns
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$65
Avg. per night
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Mantra Trilogy
Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy

101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$202
Avg. per night
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Cairns Gateway Resort
Cairns Gateway Resort

Cairns Gateway Resort

1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$122
Avg. per night
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Comfort Inn Cairns City
Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City

183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$140
Avg. per night
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Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel Official
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel Official

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel Official

58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$200
Avg. per night
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Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$179
Avg. per night
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Yha Cairns Central
Yha Cairns Central

Yha Cairns Central

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$93
Avg. per night
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Cairns Budget hotels - FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.

  • Can you book a 5-star budget hotels in Cairns?

    Unfortunately, there are no 5-star budget hotels in Cairns. But check out Palm Royale Cairns ($99/night) or Bounce Cairns ($36/night), which are both 4-star budget hotels.

  • How many budget hotels are there in total in Cairns?

    There are 136 Cairns budget hotels available out of a total 658 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

  • Which are the most popular Cairns budget hotels?

    HotelsCombined's users' favourite budget hotel in Cairns is Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns, which is rated 8.9/10.

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