Can you book a 5-star family friendly hotels in Cairns?

If you're looking to make your Cairns stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated family friendly hotels are The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection ($321/night), DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns ($282/night), and Hilton Cairns ($345/night).

How many family friendly hotels are there in total in Cairns?

There are 176 Cairns family hotels available out of a total 636 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Cairns family friendly hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite family friendly hotels in Cairns are Hotel Tropiq , Comfort Inn Cairns City , and Cairns Colonial Club Resort . With a rating of 8.7/10, Cairns Colonial Club Resort is the highest-rated hotel.

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Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

423 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with a restaurant, this motel has a bar/lounge and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, an arcade/game room, and ATM/banking services.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

8.5

Excellent

492 reviews

Location

3.6 km from city centre

$168

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with 3 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

7.7

Good

3181 reviews

Location

0.9 km from city centre

$203

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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Treat yourself to 4.5-star resort style accommodation in the heart of Cairns. Transformed in 2019 with a new lobby, restaurant & bar, guest rooms and public spaces, discover Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort. This excellent family-friendly resort provides fun-filled kids weekend and holiday. With its sandy lagoon style pool, boasting the only swim up bar in cairns, guests can relax by the pool.

Free Wi-Fi

8.2

Excellent

3049 reviews

Location

0.4 km from city centre

$311

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Oaks Cairns Hotel

59-63 Cairns Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a front-desk safe.

Free Wi-Fi

8.7

Excellent

2057 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$230

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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Laundry facilities, a library, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

9.1

Excellent

2088 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$206

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Hotel Tropiq

179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Situated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views. Guests enjoy access to an outdoor pool. The hotel is 2 km away from shops and cafés. Hotel Tropiq is a 5-minute drive from Cairns Airport. The Historic Kuranda Train, Great Barrier Reef, and Rainforest is also easily accessible from here. The air-conditioned rooms have a TV, an in-room safe, a microwave, a refrigerator and en suite bathroom. Guest laundry facilities and a tour desk are provided. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

6.9

Good

3078 reviews

Location

0.9 km from city centre

$126

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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

8.3

Excellent

2755 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$282

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Crystalbrook Flynn

85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

8.8

Excellent

1885 reviews

Location

0.5 km from city centre

$313

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Pullman Cairns International

17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Experience premium Cairns accommodation in Tropical North Qld at Pullman Cairns International, perfectly positioned in the heart of Cairns CBD near the Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Convention Centre. Unwind at Vie Spa, savour fresh local seafood at Coco's Kitchen + Bar, or relax on the newly renovated Level 3 tropical pool deck, an elevated oasis with lush surrounds and resort ambience. With 16 floors of spacious rooms and 2,700sqm of conference facilities, every stay blend comfort and convenience.

Free Wi-Fi

8.3

Excellent

2058 reviews

Location

0.7 km from city centre

$313

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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

Parking

Airport shuttle

8.8

Excellent

2187 reviews

Location

0.8 km from city centre

$122

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Which month has the lowest rates for family friendly hotels in Cairns?

January is the cheapest month to book a family-friendly hotel in Cairns, with average nightly rates around $195. Prices are highest in September, when rates rise to about $449 per night.

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

Family friendly hotels in Cairns are most affordable on Wednesdays, with average nightly rates around $88. Thursdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $777 per night.

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Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $134, rising to an average cost of $301, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $203 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns for tonight.

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For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Cairns family-friendly hotel at least 84 days before your stay.

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