How many budget hotels are there in total in Cairns?

There are 145 Cairns budget hotels available out of a total 636 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Cairns budget hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in Cairns are Cairns City Motel , Comfort Inn Cairns City , and Yha Cairns Central . With a rating of 9.3/10, Yha Cairns Central is the highest-rated hotel.

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Cairns City Motel

169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

This motel features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

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Airport shuttle

7.5

Good

1659 reviews

Location

0.5 km from city centre

$144

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Palm Royale Cairns

7-11 Chester Court, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a conference center and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, concierge services, and dry cleaning.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

8.1

Excellent

3792 reviews

Location

3.3 km from city centre

$205

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Yha Cairns Central

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with an outdoor pool, this hostel has a business center and a meeting room. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, laundry facilities, and express check-in.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

7.9

Good

2096 reviews

Location

0.3 km from city centre

$116

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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

9.0

Excellent

813 reviews

Location

1.4 km from city centre

$279

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Heritage Cairns

8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

An outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and self parking are available at this hotel. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden, and a front-desk safe are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

8.0

Excellent

1124 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$199

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DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns

121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Overlooking the picturesque Cairns Esplanade with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is nestled among lush tropical rainforest gardens and is just moments from the city center. Guests enjoy easy access to shopping, dining and leisure experiences with Cairns Lagoon and Cairns Casino only a short stroll away. Iconic regional attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Tropical Rainforest and the Atherton Tablelands can be conveniently arranged through the onsite tour desk.

Free Wi-Fi

8.4

Excellent

2756 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$263

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Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

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.

Free Wi-Fi

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Airport shuttle

8.8

Excellent

2186 reviews

Location

0.8 km from city centre

$124

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort

18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

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.

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8.1

Excellent

4402 reviews

Location

2.9 km from city centre

$169

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Pacific Hotel Cairns

43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Excellent

3355 reviews

Location

0.7 km from city centre

$247

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Budget hotels in Cairns are most affordable on Thursdays, with average nightly rates around $211. Saturdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $428 per night.

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Users have found prices for budget hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $50, rising to an average cost of $336, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $38 for a 4-star budget hotel in Cairns for tonight.

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