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Travellers Oasis

Cairns

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...

V
Valentin
From
Chile
The facilities and the space of the rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Price from
US$87.78
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

D
Danny
From
Italy
The hostel is a super cozy place and if you are looking for peace and quietness, this hostel is the right place for you... Tim, Paul and Chelsea are very helpful, friendly and welcoming and we felt very comfortable and therefore stayed for several weeks... Thank you guys for everything!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Price from
US$73.15
1 night, 2 adults

JDs Tropical stays

Cairns

Located in Cairns, near Cairns Station and The Cairns Civic Theater, JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and barbecue facilities.

M
MegRose
From
France
The hearts 💕 of the host; omotenashi (おもてなし精神) They're meant to run this place. The location, the spacious rooms and the amazing equipments . You name it, you have it. If not, Jenni would bring down the thing you want. I joked, there wasn't a baking machine, she was ready to bring it down. Let's ask for the moon🤣 We much appreciated the Airfryer in the kitchen. We were so fortunate to see the amazing😮 Christmas🎄✨️☃️ decorations 😍 The garden was well groomed, very clean kitchen and the bedroom and the bathroom. You have a bath tub! We loved absolutely everything, including the various insects and birds visit. After all, we're here for the tropical stay, SDGs mind, not for the insecticide and non respect of the nature🥰 Loved the Jenni's idea👍👍👍 of rubber duck donation for the tropical forest. Every duck purchased gives 3$
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$117.04
1 night, 2 adults

Estilo Bed and Breakfast

Cairns

Located in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

K
Karina
From
Brazil
I love the place and the vibe of the owner, very much helpful. I really liked also that we could get ourselves in the house and have the breakfast in our own time, which it was essential for us since we had a very early morning flight. Super recomend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Price from
US$68.27
1 night, 2 adults

The Quinn - Inner City Classic Queenslander

Cairns

Set in Cairns, 200 metres from Cairns Station and 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, The Quinn - Inner City Classic Queenslander offers a garden and air conditioning.

J
Jayda
From
Australia
Liked everything, host considered all aspects of accommodating guests with extras... location very convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$332.58
1 night, 2 adults

Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

P
Philippa
From
Hong Kong
Very comfortable and well equipped studio in a great location. Nice balcony. Comfy bed and massive shower. Very nice pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$152.88
1 night, 2 adults

1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Carol
From
Australia
The apartment accommodated all of our needs and more as it was close to restaurants and cafes and was clean and was tastefully presented .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$182.06
1 night, 2 adults

Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking

Cairns

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking is set in Cairns. With garden views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool.

K
Katrina
From
New Zealand
The pools - also apartment had everything you could need. High quality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$145.79
1 night, 2 adults

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna.

Cairns

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna. Is set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 600 metres from Cairns Regional Gallery, as well as 1.5 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

K
Kirsti
From
Australia
View from the apartment was superb.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$132.62
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Paradise

Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

J
Jazmin
From
Argentina
Peter is super kind and helpful, he assisted me during my arrival late on night, the day after he offered me to leave my luggage for few hours as needed and comeback later for coffee:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,333 reviews
Price from
US$97.82
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

Mumma's Hostel Cairns has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairns.

From US$64.55 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,444 reviews

YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.

From US$74.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,052 reviews

Located on The Esplanade, Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers rooms with stunning views of Trinity Bay or the surrounding mountains. Each room boasts a balcony.

From US$173.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set in Cairns in the Queensland region, with Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Centre nearby, City Lights - Experience the Best of Cairns offers accommodation with free private parking.

Villa on Grafton

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa on Grafton is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$185.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, 'Eclipse' A Poolside Family Escape in the CBD is located in Cairns.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Situated in Cairns and within 1 km of Cairns Station, A1 Inn the city A1 Car Rentals has an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Escape On Lake

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 312 reviews

1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake is situated in Cairns and provides free WiFi and a tour desk.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,231 reviews

Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon.

From US$97.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Heritage Cairns Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$145.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!

From US$77.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,787 reviews

2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!

From US$146.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Close to both Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater, In Cairns Hotel, Hidden Gem is set in Cairns and has a hot tub and garden.

From US$175.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Set in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Centre reachable within less than 1 km, Little Drifter Cairns offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

From US$123.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews

Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...

From US$74.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,382 reviews

Located on the iconic Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns combines unbeatable views with the ultimate tropical getaway.

From US$170.35 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

<h2>Beachfront Location</h2> Belle Escapes 14 Harbour Lights in Cairns offers direct beachfront access with stunning ocean views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

<h2>Spacious Accommodation</h2> Belle Escapes - 405 Harbour Lights in Cairns offers a spacious apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom.

Cairns City Palms

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,992 reviews

Cairns City Palms self-contained suites and apartments are located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Cairns, and a 10-minute drive from Cairns Airport.5-minute walk away you will find supermarkets,...

From US$97.53 per night

Aspect Central

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews

Ideally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.

From US$97.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews

Floriana Boutique Hotel is a recently renovated guest house in Cairns, where guests can take a dip in its outdoor swimming pool and make the most of its free WiFi, free bikes and garden.

From US$130.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 911 reviews

Guests can swim in the outdoor pool when they stay at Cairns Holiday Park. Just a 5-minute drive from the heart of Cairns, this property offers lodge-style accommodation.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,735 reviews

Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.

From US$78.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

Set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and free WiFi.

From US$93.63 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$64.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,127 reviews
This is the ideal hostel! The location, the premises are very clean and the staff is really great! Plus the free breakfast is very good! Many thanks to Mad Monkey Village! I will come back!!!
Guest review by
mardinli
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 reviews
Private room with bathroom was affordable Good location, short walk to everything and short ride to the airport. Nice kitchen with balcony Some deals with local establishments available.
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Carlijn
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$98.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,333 reviews
Great location. Totally affordable price and exceeded my expectations for budget accommodation. Newly renovated so everything felt fresh and clean. Didn’t use the pool as we weren’t there long enough. Kitchen facilities were good. Aircon in each room is great.
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Alice
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