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A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$139

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$190

$209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

3. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$173

$191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$142

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

5. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

$178

$196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

6. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

$147

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

7. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

$154

$169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a bed.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a parking area in front.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, and a glass coffee table.

8. Park Regis City Quays

Cairns Central Business District

$127

$140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a TV.

9. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$144

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

10. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

$153

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the mountains.

The entrance of a building with a sign reading "mantra esplanade."

A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

11. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

$172

$172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

A restaurant with round glass tables, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by white railings and greenery.

12. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

$92

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$141

$155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a view of the pool and buildings outside.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

14. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$146

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

15. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

$153

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

16. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

$197

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a railing, and a view of greenery and trees.

A beach with people swimming and walking, palm trees, and wind sculptures.

A pool with clear water, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

17. Hides Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$82

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

A modern building with a covered entrance, steps leading up to the entrance, and a signboard.

A group of people on a dock with boats and a mountainous background.

A reception area with a counter, a computer, and a sign for Indigenous Eco Tours. There are potted plants and a refrigerator with beverages.

18. YHA Cairns Central

Cairns Central Business District

$63

$69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A swimming pool with wind sculptures and a view of buildings and water.

A reception area with two brown armchairs, a small round table, and two framed posters on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, kettle, and sink.

19. Escape On Lake

Cairns Central Business District

$118

$130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

A person sitting on a window sill reading a book.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a green sofa, and potted plants.

A building with a sign reading "Little Drifter" and a covered outdoor seating area with string lights.

20. Little Drifter Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$113

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

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$189

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$208 total

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The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$26 off

$146

per night

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

$92

per night

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$23 off

$208

per night

$229 total

includes taxes & fees

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

$35 off

$173

per night

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

You can also stay at hotels with a pool in Tropical North Waterfront

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$190

$209 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$139

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

$178

$196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

$172

$172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$173

$191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

$147

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

$153

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$146

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

$197

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

$154

$169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)

You can stroll along Cairns Marlin Marina for relaxing water views when you're in Cairns Central Business District. If you carry on walking you'll get to Reef Fleet Terminal for some more water views.

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A train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Cairns Central Shopping Centre in Cairns Central Business District. Splash some more cash at Cairns Night Markets.

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A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is home to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, so why not stop by during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, you'll love Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Muddy's Playground, both a short walk away.

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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)

Cairns Convention Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Cairns Central Business District. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?

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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Cairns Night Markets in Cairns Central Business District and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Cairns Central Shopping Centre.

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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)

Hoping to do some gaming? Why not spend the evening at Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns Central Business District and see how lucky you are. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Cairns Central Business District is home to Cairns Performing Arts Centre, so why not stop by during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. If you have fun at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, you'll love Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Muddy's Playground, both a short walk away.

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Muddy's Playground

9.0/10 (36 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Muddy's Playground in Cairns Central Business District. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, just a short walk away.

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Learn more about Tropical North Waterfront

Tropical North Waterfront is applauded for its cultural attractions such as Cairns Museum and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre.

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A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

Check out reviews of Tropical North Waterfront hotels guests love

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"there was nothing io didnt like excellent property"

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Could not fault the stay. Staff professional and very attentive to any request. Adrian at reception went above and beyond a valued member of staff we are sure. Room was spotless and everything functional."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Landon checked us in and out. He was delightful. The breakfast was fantastic with a wonderful view. Loved our harbor view and how centrally it was located. Great stay!"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

8/10 Good

"Great pool and included breakfast. Rooms not that good for price. Had to ask repeatedly for room to be made up."

Lake Central

8/10 Good

"walking distance to most amenities."

Mantra Trilogy

10/10 Excellent

"Luke gave fabulous customer service"

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Would recommend."

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Tropical North Waterfront?

Guests like Pacific Hotel Cairns, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

Where can I get free parking with my stay in Tropical North Waterfront?

These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Coral Tree Inn, Caravella Backpackers and A1 Inn the City.

Can I book a refundable hotel in Tropical North Waterfront?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Tropical North Waterfront, most accommodations offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where should I consider staying in Tropical North Waterfront if I'm looking for a cheap accommodation?

An inexpensive option worth considering is Hides Hotel Cairns. You can browse all 8 choices on our site.

What will the weather in Tropical North Waterfront be like during my vacation?

With an average temperature of 70°F during the coldest months, Tropical North Waterfront is a great place to visit any time of year.

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