✅ What are the best localities in Cairns to stay with family in a hotel?

There are 16 five-star, 59 four-star, 21 three-star, 20 resorts & 50 budget hotels in Cairns. You can book hotels under different sets of budgets. The best area in Cairns is Cairns City Center & the main attractions here are Esplanade & Cairns Airport, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) Grab the Deals Here!!

✅ I have booked a stay at a resort recently in Cairns for the coming month. Is there any way to get a free room upgrade?

Getting a free room upgrade in Cairns totally depends on the season and the hotel (property). It’s quite usual for MakeMyTrip users to get room upgrades for free, during the off-season in Cairns. You can also get an upgrade if a large number of rooms are vacant in the hotel or resort. Also, at the time of check-in, one can enquire about a room upgrade at the hotel reception. Visit Here for room upgrade!!

✅ How many guests can one room accommodate, in the hotels located in Cairns?

Most hotels in Cairns permit additional guests to stay or share the room, at additional charges. Guest capacity also depends on the hotel’s policy, as every hotel has a different policy. Many hotels in Cairns feature family rooms, which are large in size or have adjacent rooms sharing a common door. If you have any further doubts, you can contact the hotel’s helpline number or Check Here!!

✅ Suggest some popular hotels & properties in Cairns to enjoy holidays with family. What are the payment options available?

If you are planning a trip to Cairns with your family, there are a large number of hotels and resorts, available at decent prices. The hotels listed with MakeMyTrip offer a wide range of services to make your trip hassle-free, and you can make your booking before you reach the venue. You can pick from these handpicked accommodations in Cairns on the basis of our user reviews Niramaya Villas and Spa The Reef House Adults Retreat Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore Thala Beach Nature Reserve . Also, you can try delicious local cuisine, at food joints located nearby these hotels. The different kind of payment options available if you book a hotel in Cairns with MakeMyTrip are: Pay@Hotel, No Cost EMI, Credit Card & Debit Card.

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✅ How to pick the best hotels & properties for Cairns accommodation?

You can pick properties on the basis of top reviews from our travellers, their location vis-a-vis famous landmarks, budget and availability of facilities Top Rated/Reviewed Hotels Top 4 Star hotels Top Budget hotels for Stay Escape Villas Port Douglas Trinity Links Resort Cairns Private Apartments Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only Blue Lagoon Villa B Rainforest Sunsets by Tiny Away Reef Palms Motel Birch Resort Port Douglas Cairns Motor Inn Bramston Beach Resort

✅ Which are the most reviewed hotels of Cairns?

These are most reviewed hotels in Cairns. You can book your stay after going through the reviews. Here is a list of top reviewed hotels in Cairns.

✅ Why do the hotel fares change so frequently in Cairns?

The hotel room fares change frequently, depending on the inventory of a particular hotel. Season & flight fares also directly impact the hotel fares in Cairns. To check out current offers Click Here!!

✅ What are the 5 best luxury hotels in Cairns offering excellent hospitality in 2026?

Here is a list of the top 5 best hotels offering excellent hospitality services in Cairns Niramaya Villas and Spa The Reef House Adults Retreat Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore Thala Beach Nature Reserve

✅ What are the budget properties featuring all required facilities to stay in Cairns?

The best hotels are available near Esplanade, Cairns North, Parramatta Park, Greater Cairns, Palm Cove & South Port Douglas Here’s a list of the top five budget accommodations rated by our customers, near these areas : Cairns Colonial Club Resort Cairns Sheridan Hotel Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Hotels in Cairns

Most Booked by Travellers like you

1. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns City Center | 6 minutes walk to Cairns Night Market

Gym

Jacuzzi

This 4 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is Cnr Abbott And Florence Street View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym & Jacuzzi.

Very Good3.7

(1020 Ratings)

£ 86

+ £ 9 taxes & fees

Per Night

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns City Center | 7 minutes walk to Esplanade

Swimming Pool

Gym

Jacuzzi

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North QLD 4870, Australia). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Swimming Pool & Gym & Jacuzzi.

Excellent4.3

(1129 Ratings)

£ 87

+ £ 9 taxes & fees

Per Night

3. Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Cairns City Center | 10 minutes walk to Cairns

Swimming Pool

Gym

Jacuzzi

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

This 5 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 35-41 Wharf Street View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool & Gym & Jacuzzi.

Excellent4.7

(1020 Ratings)

£ 172

+ £ 17 taxes & fees

Per Night

4. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns City Center | 670 m drive to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Spa

Skiing

Gym

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (17 Abbott Street). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Skiing & Gym.

Excellent4.4

(1014 Ratings)

£ 147

+ £ 15 taxes & fees

Per Night

Popular in Cairns

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns City Center | 5 minutes walk to Cairns Night Market

1.7 km drive to Cairns Station,

Gym

This 4 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 122 Lake St View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym.

Very Good4.0

(1758 Ratings)

£ 128

+ £ 13 taxes & fees

Per Night

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns City Center | 6.2 km drive to Cairns Airport, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)

Spa

Jacuzzi

Free Cancellation

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (136-140 Sheridan Street). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Jacuzzi.

Very Good4.0

(1731 Ratings)

£ 97

+ £ 10 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns City Center

Kids' Meals

Bar

Free Cancellation

This 4 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 18-26 Cannon Street View On Map Key amenities of this property are Kids' Meals & Bar.

Very Good4.2

(1022 Ratings)

£ 79

+ £ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns City Center | About a minute walk to Cairns Night Market

Spa

Gym

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (68/72 Abbott St). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Gym.

Excellent4.7

(1022 Ratings)

£ 146

+ £ 15 taxes & fees

Per Night

Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns City Center | 9 minutes walk to Cairns Night Market

Spa

Gym

Jacuzzi

This 5 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 131-141 Esplanade View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Gym & Jacuzzi.

Excellent4.6

(1009 Ratings)

£ 276

£ 234

+ £ 23 taxes & fees

Per Night

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns City Center | 5 minutes walk to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Swimming Pool

Gym

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (Pierpoint Road). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Swimming Pool & Gym.

Excellent4.5

(1016 Ratings)

£ 189

+ £ 19 taxes & fees

Per Night

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns City Center | 6 minutes walk to Cairns Night Market

Gym

This 4 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 121-123 The Esplanade (cnr Florence Street) Cairns QLD View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym.

Very Good3.8

(1033 Ratings)

£ 104

+ £ 10 taxes & fees

Per Night

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns City Center | 9 minutes walk to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Kids' Meals

Bar

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (43 The Esplanade Cairns 4870 QLD Australia). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Kids' Meals & Bar & Elevator/Lift.

Excellent4.3

(1016 Ratings)

£ 129

+ £ 13 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

North Port Douglas

Spa

Gym

Free Cancellation

This 5 Star Resort in Cairns is located in North Port Douglas. Full Address of property is Port Douglas Road View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Gym.

Excellent4.4

(1002 Ratings)

£ 234

+ £ 23 taxes & fees

Per Night

Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns City Center | 4 minutes walk to Cairns Night Market

Gym

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (163 Abbott Street). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym.

Excellent4.6

(1005 Ratings)

£ 143

£ 130

+ £ 13 taxes & fees

Per Night

Entire Apartment

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns City Center | 6 minutes walk to Esplanade

Entire Apartment

| 1 Bedroom | Sleeps 2 guests

Entire Apartment

Get complete access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and more!

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation

This 4 Star Apart-hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 267 Lake Street Corner of Lake & Charles Street View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.

Very Good4.2

(1000 Ratings)

£ 92

+ £ 9 taxes & fees

Per Night

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns City Center | 3 minutes walk to Esplanade

Gym

Shuttle Service

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Cairns City Center View On Map (209-217 Abbott Street). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym & Shuttle Service.

Very Good4.0

(1016 Ratings)

£ 100

+ £ 10 taxes & fees

Per Night

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns City Center | 8 minutes walk to Esplanade

Kids' Meals

Bar

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation

This 4 Star Hotel in Cairns is located in Cairns City Center. Full Address of property is 145 The Esplanade, Cairns City, Queensland 4870, Australia View On Map Key amenities of this property are Kids' Meals & Bar & Elevator/Lift.

Excellent4.6

(1015 Ratings)

£ 123

+ £ 12 taxes & fees

Per Night

Entire Apartment

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

North Port Douglas

Entire Apartment

| 1 Bedroom | Sleeps 2 guests

Entire Apartment

Get complete access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and more!

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Heated Pool

Elevator/Lift

Gym

Location of the Apartment is North Port Douglas View On Map (27-31 Davidson St). Top Facilities of this Apartment are Heated Pool & Elevator/Lift & Gym.

Excellent4.6

(839 Ratings)

£ 369

+ £ 37 taxes & fees

Per Night

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

Oak Beach

Spa

Free Cancellation

This 5 Star Resort in Cairns is located in Oak Beach. Full Address of property is Private Road. 5078 Capt Cook Highway View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa.

Excellent4.7

(598 Ratings)

£ 283

+ £ 28 taxes & fees

Per Night

Entire Apartment

Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa

South Port Douglas

Entire Apartment

| 1 Bedroom | Sleeps 2 guests

Entire Apartment

Get complete access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and more!

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Jacuzzi

Spa

Elevator/Lift

Location of the Apart-hotel is South Port Douglas View On Map (Mitre Street). Top Facilities of this Apart-hotel are Jacuzzi & Spa & Elevator/Lift.

Excellent4.6

(1044 Ratings)

£ 229

+ £ 23 taxes & fees

Per Night

About Hotels Booking in Cairns

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Five Star Hotels in Cairns

Pullman Cairns International

GBP 237

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Crystalbrook Riley

GBP 262

Per Night

Cairns City Center

The Reef House Adults Retreat

GBP 564

Per Night

Palm Cove

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

GBP 456

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Crystalbrook Bailey

GBP 174

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

GBP 232

Per Night

Palm Cove

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

GBP 428

Per Night

Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club

GBP 256

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

GBP 210

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

GBP 410

Per Night

Oak Beach

Hotels in Nearby Cities

Hotels By Category in Cairns

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Free Breakfast Hotels In Cairns

Hotels in Cairns with Free Breakfast

Mercure Cairns

GBP 255

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

GBP 188

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Crystalbrook Riley

GBP 262

Per Night

Cairns City Center

YHA Cairns Central

GBP 46

Per Night

Cairns City Center

The Benson Hotel

GBP 173

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

GBP 98

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Peppers Beach Club

GBP 256

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Fitzroy Island Resort

GBP 136

Per Night

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

GBP 456

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

GBP 127

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Crystalbrook Flynn

GBP 377

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

GBP 88

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Alivio Hotel Cairns

GBP 135

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

GBP 223

Per Night

Cairns City Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

GBP 180

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Four Star Hotels in Cairns

Cairns Southgate Hotel

GBP 103

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

GBP 181

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

GBP 163

Per Night

Cairns City Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

GBP 180

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Tropic Towers Apartments

GBP 106

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Blue Lagoon Villa B

GBP 268

Per Night

Trinity Beach

Alivio Hotel Cairns

GBP 135

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

GBP 124

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

GBP 146

Per Night

Trinity Beach

Floriana Boutique Hotel

GBP 218

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Three Star hotels in Cairns

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

GBP 76

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

GBP 38

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

GBP 75

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Reef Palms Motel

GBP 109

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Hides Hotel Cairns

GBP 73

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Queens Court

GBP 49

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Hotel Tropiq

GBP 68

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Birch Resort Port Douglas

GBP 104

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

GBP 80

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Oasis Inn Cairns

GBP 91

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Motel Nomad Cairns

GBP 79

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Tropical Queenslander

GBP 76

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns City Motel

GBP 72

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns City Sheridan

GBP 90

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Bohemia Resort Cairns

GBP 78

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Bramston Beach Resort

GBP 95

Per Night

Cairns

Lake Central

GBP 88

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Dreamtime Hostel

GBP 51

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Caravella Backpackers

GBP 38

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Motor Inn

GBP 100

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Rainforest Sunsets by Tiny Away

GBP 163

Per Night

Kuranda

Cairns Hotels by Location

Hotels near Popular Attractions in Cairns

Apartments in the city

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

GBP 192

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

GBP 300

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Port Douglas Apartments - Adults Only Oasis

GBP 220

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Reef Gateway Apartments

GBP 197

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Blue Lagoon Villa B

GBP 268

Per Night

Trinity Beach

The MAGNA by Reef Stays

GBP 198

Per Night

Palm Cove

Luxury 2 Bed Palm Cove Unit, Pool & Ocean Views from Third Floor

GBP 298

Per Night

Palm Cove

The lookout Lux Spa, Heart of Port Douglas MK

GBP 251

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Holiday Lodge Apartment

GBP 98

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Resorts in the city

Fitzroy Island Resort

GBP 136

Per Night

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

GBP 456

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Peppers Beach Club

GBP 256

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas

GBP 181

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

GBP 177

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Palm Royale Cairns

GBP 119

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Mantra Amphora

GBP 135

Per Night

Palm Cove

Cairns Holiday Park

GBP 85

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

GBP 43

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Birch Resort Port Douglas

GBP 100

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Thala Beach Nature Reserve

GBP 410

Per Night

Oak Beach

Green Island Resort

GBP 244

Per Night

Green Island

201 Lake Street Apartments

GBP 219

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Mantra Heritage

GBP 155

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Drift Palm Cove

GBP 225

Per Night

Palm Cove

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

GBP 115

Per Night

Ellis Beach

Mantra On The Inlet

GBP 127

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Cairns Gateway Resort

GBP 105

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Sonia's at Ramada Resort Free Wifi

GBP 137

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park

GBP 130

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Hostels in the city

YHA Cairns Central

GBP 46

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

GBP 38

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Global Backpackers Cairns

GBP 46

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Little Drifter Cairns

GBP 162

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

GBP 70

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Port Douglas Backpackers

GBP 37

Per Night

North Port Douglas

The Espy Hostel

GBP 34

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Bohemia Resort Cairns

GBP 78

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Dougies Backpackers Resort

GBP 45

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Travellers Oasis

GBP 51

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

GBP 37

Per Night

North Port Douglas

Wanna Stay?

GBP 39

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Dreamtime Hostel

GBP 51

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Caravella Backpackers

GBP 38

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Guest Houses in the city

Floriana Boutique Hotel

GBP 218

Per Night

Cairns City Center

Babinda Quarters

GBP 95

Per Night

Cairns

Nolan garden house in whitfield

GBP 97

Per Night

Greater Cairns

Homestays in the city

Cosy Studio

GBP 133

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Villas in the city

Niramaya Villas and Spa

GBP 2,127

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Escape Villas Port Douglas

GBP 1,166

Per Night

South Port Douglas

Properties in Cairns

Hotels By Star Category in Cairns

UAE Top Flight Routes

Airlines Operating in Cairns

Global Presence

Premium Hotels in Nearby Cities

Mission Reef Resort

GBP 122

Per Night

Wongaling Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

GBP 58

Per Night

Airlie Beach

Kookaburra Holiday Park

GBP 54

Per Night

Cardwell

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

GBP 75

Per Night

Central Park Area

Summit Motel

GBP 77

Per Night

Townsville City

Waters Edge The Strand

GBP 145

Per Night

North Ward

Clarion Hotel Townsville

GBP 144

Per Night

Townsville City

Charters Towers Motel

GBP 86

Per Night

Charters Towers

Raintree Motel

GBP 85

Per Night

Central Park Area

Bush Village Holiday Cabins

GBP 208

Per Night

Cannonvale

Flights to Cairns

Thiruvananthapuram To Cairns Flights