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Popular hotels in Cairns CBD, Cairns

Discover well-known properties in Cairns CBD that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 249 hotels in Cairns CBD and price data was last updated on 2 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns CBD is $270/night.
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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
2543 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Overlooking the beautiful Cairns Esplanade and offering stunning views of the Coral Sea, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest gardens and is only a short distance from the city center and lots of shopping, dining and leisure opportunities. Cairns Lagoon and Cairns Casino are just moments away, and guests can enjoy proximity to famous Cairns attractions. Book a tour of the Daintree Tropical Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef or the Atherton Tablelands at our onsite tour desk. Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the room with natural light, the inviting guest rooms and suites at this Cairns hotel offer a refrigerator, a wall-mounted TV, a large desk, WiFi (fee applies) and a luxurious Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree bed. Our stylish restaurant, Atrium, offers views of the hotel’s rainforest atrium and serves tempting modern Australian specialties. 24-hour Room Service is also available for your convenience. Exercise using contemporary cardio and weights equipment in the complimentary fitness center, and enjoy a soothing dip in the outdoor swimming pool as you admire beautiful views of the waterfront. Ensure that your meeting, conference or wedding is a successful one by holding it at our Cairns hotel. We provide six air-conditioned meeting spaces, and our friendly, professional team is always on hand to help. Print documents in the 24-hour business center, and take advantage of the latest A/V technology. Feel welcome the moment you arrive at our hotel in Cairns with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie at check-in.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2456 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2385 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located on the Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers stunning views from private balconies and easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal, shopping precinct and Esplanade Lagoon. Our modern rooms offer comfortable and spacious accommodation for all travellers. Take your stay in Cairns to the next level with our new, luxurious Tropical Luxe Room Collection. Presenting chic rooms with tropical tones to elevate your stay in paradise!Renowned as one of the best Superior Accommodation options in Queensland, guest comforts include a lounge for early arrivals or late departures, 24-hour reception, an outdoor swimming pool and onsite parking (charges apply, subject to availability). Wake up in paradise with a tropical buffet breakfast served daily and dont miss out on experiencing the iconic Bushfire Flame Grill Restaurant for a three-course Churrasco experience.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2425 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Centrally positioned, The Abbott Boutique Hotel allows for easy access to Cairns's popular tourist attractions. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas. There are a range of amenities available to guests of the hotel, including a tour desk and a dry cleaning service. Rooms offer premium features, such as luxury toiletries and flat-screen TVs. They all have a private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. The area around The Abbott Boutique Hotel has a range of restaurants and cafés. It is within a 20-minute walk of Cairns Railway Station, which allows convenient access in and around Cairns.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1812 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
3130 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Enjoy unique Cairns accommodation in Tropical North Queensland. Enjoy a relaxing treatment in Vie Spa or dine on the best local seafood & award winning pastry delicacies in Coco's Kitchen + Bar. Located in the heart of Cairns CBD & close to the departure point for daily trips to the Great Barrier Reef & other natural attractions. With 16 floors of spacious hotel rooms, this hotel means business, with 2700 sqm of state of the art meeting, conference & event facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1857 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located on The Esplanade overlooking the harbour, Mantra Trilogy offers contemporary comfort close to the Reef Casino, swimming lagoon and reef departure points. Mantra Trilogy offers plenty of opportunity for pure relaxation with onsite facilities including a swimming pool, children's wading area, gymnasium and BBQ facilities. Accommodation options range from modern hotel rooms to spacious self-contained one, two and three-bedroom apartments, many with magnificent water views.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
2484 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel with free parking, steps from Cairns Esplanade Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Cairns Plaza Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. 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. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
1902 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Cairns CBD

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Cairns CBD including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

How much do hotels in Cairns CBD cost?

The average price of a hotel in Cairns CBD has been around $270/night over the last 3 days. You can expect year-round prices for a 5-star hotel in Cairns CBD to be around $382/night, a 4-star hotel at $292/night, and a 3-star at $364/night on average.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Cairns CBD?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Cairns CBD is April ($228). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns CBD is July ($834).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Cairns CBD?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns CBD is Monday ($477). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $926.

How much is a hotel in Cairns CBD tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Cairns CBD tonight starting as low as $41, rising to an average cost of $65, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $46 for a 4-star hotel in Cairns CBD for tonight.

How much is a Cairns CBD hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Cairns CBD this weekend for as little as $40/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $45/night. For a 4-star hotel in Cairns CBD, the cheapest rate recently found was $142/night for this weekend.

Top-rated Cairns CBD, Cairns hotels

Browse through properties in Cairns CBD that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 249 properties in Cairns CBD and data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Cairns CBD. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$332
Avg. per night
107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$430
Avg. per night
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$198
Avg. per night
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$196
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$207
Avg. per night
59-63 Cairns Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$193
Avg. per night
15 Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$207
Avg. per night
60 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Parking
$197
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Cairns CBD, Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns CBD that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns CBD can be found for as low as $39 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns CBD that can be booked for this price. Caravella Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns CBD. Price data was last updated on 2 September 2025
Out of the hotels in Cairns CBD we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$42
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$44
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$110
Avg. per night
169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$119
Avg. per night
141 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$120
Avg. per night
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$122
Avg. per night
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$141
Avg. per night
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$141
Avg. per night
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$147
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$149
Avg. per night
135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$151
Avg. per night
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$152
Avg. per night
6 12 Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$153
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Cairns CBD

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cairns CBD to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cairns CBD at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Cairns CBD. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3 stars
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2 stars and under
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Other accommodations in Cairns CBD

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Cairns CBD.
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$122
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cairns CBD

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairns CBD to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
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About Cairns CBD

Defined by its stunning views of the Coral Sea, Cairns is a city that blends cosmopolitan style with a laid-back oceanfront living. Its sun-kissed Esplanade Foreshore is the heart and soul of the action, lined with a colourful string of cafes, bars, clubs restaurants and shops. Cairns is also a major gateway to Australia’s magnificent Great Barrier Reef.

The city serves up an infectious holiday atmosphere, backed with a wonderful tropical climate and friendly locals. While there’s no beach in the city itself, northern stretches of sand are just minutes away by local bus ride or car. Alternatively, the dazzling Esplanade Lagoon is an idyllic place to soak up the sun.

Cairns is serviced by the Cairns Airport, with the drive from the CBD taking around 15 minutes. Public buses run throughout the city, with a central railway station linking Cairns to other nearby towns and cities. Most visitors choose to rent a car and explore Queensland’s gorgeous coastline at their own pace. The Cairns Seaport is another major hub, serving as a drop-off and pick-up point for daily reef trips.

While today Cairns is a stylish resort city, it wasn’t always so glamorous. In its early days, it was little more than a swamp, which was later turned into a settlement for miners working at the Hodgkinson River goldfield. Today it’s a major tourist destination, with visitors using it as a jumping point to Queensland’s kaleidoscopic Great Barrier Reef.

Facts about staying in Cairns CBD, Cairns

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns CBD to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Cairns CBD?

    DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns, rated with a score of 8.0 from 2,456 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Cairns CBD. Other top stays include Crystalbrook Riley, with an average rating of 8.6 from 2,141 reviewers, and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, with a score of 8.4 from 3,130 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Cairns Esplanade?

    With a rating of 8.0/10 from 2,456 reviews, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is a hotel close to Cairns Esplanade that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Cairns CBD near Reef Fleet Terminal?

    DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is rated 8.0 from 2,456 reviews and is close to Reef Fleet Terminal.

  • Is there a good hotel near Cairns Hospital?

    A good hotel near Cairns Hospital is DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns, which has been rated 8.0/10 by 2,456 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Cairns CBD?

    $30 per night is the cheapest Cairns CBD hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Cairns CBD?

    The most popular landmarks in Cairns CBD are Cairns Esplanade (in Cairns), Reef Fleet Terminal (in Cairns), and Cairns Hospital (in Cairns) according to our user data. If you plan to visit any of these, we recommend finding a hotel nearby to cut down on travel time.

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