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Boutique Hotels in Cairns

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

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

1. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

$158

$174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

$191

$210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

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

3. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

$147

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

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

4. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$139

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

5. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$173

$191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

6. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

$197

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

$139

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

8. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$148

$163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

$124

$137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

$154

$169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

11. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

$187

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

12. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

$115

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a metal fence, and a view of the sky and clouds.

A hotel with a sign advertising the best steaks, a sports bar, and a restaurant.

A large meeting room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a patterned carpet.

13. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Earlville

$91

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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 rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

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

14. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$140

$154 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 storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

15. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$142

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A boat named 'Prawn Star' docked at a marina with a sign advertising 'Fresh Seafood' and 'Prawns & Seafood Off the Trawler'.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

$144

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

17. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

$95

$104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with striped chairs, and large windows offering views of the outside.

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

18. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

$172

$172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A person standing in a pool with large wind turbines in the background.

A spacious indoor dining area with white chairs and tables, large windows, and potted plants.

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a pier with boats.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, wooden bar, white chairs, and potted plants.

19. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

$110

$121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the sea.

20. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns North

$140

$154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

Wind turbines at night with a cloudy sky.

A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and mountains in the background.

A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a concrete barrier, and modern buildings in the background.

A beach with people relaxing, a lifeguard sign, and lush greenery.

Cairns Central Business District

Cairns CBD buzzes with Great Barrier Reef tour boats bobbing at the marina and families splashing in the Esplanade Lagoon. The Night Markets light up after dark with stalls selling Aboriginal art and tropical souvenirs. Snap photos of the glittering Coral Sea or browse the shops at Cairns Central while plotting your next reef adventure. Most attractions sit within easy walking distance, with restaurants serving fresh seafood and Asian fusion dishes lining the waterfront. Hotels range from backpacker hostels to luxury towers with reef views. The area truly shines as your perfect base camp for exploring Queensland's natural wonders.

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A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

A sunset over water with palm trees and a Ferris wheel.

A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.

A coastal promenade with a pebbly beach, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.

A waterfront promenade with a pier, trees, and mountains in the background.

Cairns North

Cairns North gives you that laid-back Australian vibe without the tourist crowds. Stroll to the Charles Street Parkland for a quiet picnic or catch a show at Cairns Performing Arts Centre. Buses zip you to the Great Barrier Reef departure points in minutes while residential streets offer glimpses into authentic Queensland life. Budget travelers will love the affordable hostels and motels that dot the neighborhood. Local cafes serve up tasty Australian and Asian dishes without the city center markup. With regular buses running to both downtown and the airport, you'll find Cairns North perfectly positioned for reef adventures without the hustle.

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The entrance to Cairns Botanic Gardens with a signboard, lush greenery, and a stone pathway.

A wooden sign with the text "Cairns Botanic Gardens" and a blue and green sunburst graphic.

A person walking on a path surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

A man walking on a dirt path surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery.

A modern building with large glass windows and a sign that reads "tank sixty four".

Edge Hill

Edge Hill's lush tropical gardens transport you straight into a serene rainforest escape just minutes from Cairns. Wander through the spectacular Botanic Gardens where towering palms and vibrant blooms create nature's perfect sanctuary. Hikers can tackle the trails of Mount Whitfield Conservation Park, while culture seekers will love the Tanks Arts Centre—a quirky venue built inside converted World War II fuel tanks. Cozy cafés dot the neighborhood, offering perfect spots to refuel after garden explorations. Most visitors stay in charming Queenslander homes converted into vacation rentals. Getting around is easiest by car or rideshare, though the neighborhood itself is delightfully walkable with shaded paths throughout.

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An aerial view of a riverside resort with a circular water feature, a bridge, and lush greenery.

A group of scuba divers underwater in a clear, enclosed space.

An underwater scene with divers in a tunnel.

Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park offers a peaceful retreat from Cairns' busy tourist spots with its sprawling tropical gardens and walking paths. Sports fans can catch a game at Cazaly's Stadium or explore Barlow Park's recreational areas. The neighborhood's mix of traditional Queenslander homes and modern dwellings gives you a genuine glimpse into Australian suburban life. Budget-conscious travelers will appreciate the affordable accommodations compared to the Esplanade. Getting around requires some planning since public transit is limited, but the flat terrain makes for easy walking to nearby Cairns Central Shopping Centre. The neighborhood's quiet streets and lush greenery create the perfect base for travelers seeking authentic local experiences.

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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and palm trees.

A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

A beach lined with tall palm trees, a sandy shore, and a calm sea with distant mountains.

Palm Cove

Palm Cove dazzles with a palm-fringed beach where the Coral Sea laps gently at the shore. The tropical paradise vibe is real here, with luxury resorts and spas dotting the elegant Esplanade. Take sunset strolls along the iconic jetty or splash in the crystal-clear waters protected by stinger nets during summer months. Kuranda National Park offers a lush rainforest escape just beyond the sand. Sophisticated beachfront restaurants serve fresh seafood and modern Australian cuisine, while casual cafes offer tropical treats throughout the day. Most visitors stay in upscale resorts or boutique hotels with stunning ocean views. The compact layout makes Palm Cove perfectly walkable, though rental cars provide the best flexibility for exploring the broader Cairns region.

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Top landmarks in Cairns

A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Cairns Esplanade is worth a pic or two when discovering Cairns North. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?

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A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Palm Cove Beach, located 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from central Cairns. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Clifton Beach, Kewarra Beach, and Trinity Beach.

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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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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and distant mountains under a blue sky.

Yorkeys Knob Beach

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Yorkeys Knob Beach located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from central Cairns. Catch the sunset by the shore at Holloways Beach, just a short walk away.

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