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Beach Hotels in Cairns

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Caravella Backpackers

Cairns

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...

S
Sheila
From
United Kingdom
Modern spacious clean apartment. Very quiet. Large swimming pool with sun loungers. Friendly night and day managers. Very helpful..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
Price from
US$74.74
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns

Located at Holloways Beach, Australis Cairns Beach Resort is just 10 minutes' drive north of Cairns City. It offers 4-star apartments set amidst tropical, landscaped gardens.

J
Jeannet
From
Netherlands
Beautiful tropical garden, right at the beach, friendly atmosphere and very helpful caretakers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
US$179.61
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 52 Harbour Lights with Ocean View

Cairns

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a patio, Belle Escapes 52 Harbour Lights with Ocean View is set in Cairns.

D
Dirk
From
Singapore
Awesome location and facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$871.58
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 101 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Panoramic Ocean Views

Cairns

Set in Cairns, 1.9 km from Cairns Station and 2.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes 101 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Panoramic Ocean Views offers an outdoor swimming pool and air...

K
Kieran
From
New Zealand
Comfortable apartment with everything you need. super handy having the laundry to use after staying in Hotels. Pools looked nice and clean. You can use Rydges Hotel facilities near door which allows use of three pools. Heaps of room in apartment for bigger families of if traveling with grandparents. Close to Muddies playground for the little ones and Muddies Cafe for coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$813.09
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Esplanade Apartment

Cairns

Set in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 1 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Esplanade Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning.

j
janelle
From
New Zealand
Love the position and so comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$146.24
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 703 Harbour Lights Cairns Apartment with water views

Cairns

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, city view and a balcony, Belle Escapes 703 Harbour Lights Cairns Apartment with water views is set in Cairns.

G
Gunnar
From
Australia
Great apartment, beautiful views, excellent location. Pearking was not provided but available close by at relatively low cost. We were lucky to get it for an excellent rate as well - paid more for worse locations during our visit to Cairns.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
US$568.58
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade 54 with stunning ocean views

Cairns North (Near Cairns)

Located in Cairns North, 1.9 km from Cairns Station and 2.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade 54 with stunning ocean views offers an outdoor swimming pool and air...

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Wojciech
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely stunning apartment! Views were spectacular. Apartment was extremely clean and very comfortable. We had great holidays.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$779.94
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 73 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Ocean & City Views

Cairns North (Near Cairns)

Featuring a patio with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar, Belle Escapes 73 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Ocean & City Views can be found in Cairns North, close to Cairns Station and 2.5 km...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$690.25
1 night, 2 adults

Sea Point on Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach (Near Cairns)

Located within a minutes' walk from the beach, Sea Point on Trinity Beach offers spacious modern apartments with free WiFi and full kitchen and laundry facilities.

d
deborah
From
United Kingdom
I originally booked another apartment but I upgraded to a beach front beach view 2 bed when we checked in it was just what we needed. modern,clean, and fantastic view from the front balcony. pool area clean and well serviced. we loved our stay and would have loved to stay longer. the whole area just north of cairns is beautiful. the complex manager was so helpful ,even came to check everything was ok in the room. we felt like nothing was to much trouble for him. free underground parking with allocated place. we would rebook if we had to come to Cairns agian. thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews
Price from
US$251.61
1 night, 2 adults

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach (Near Cairns)

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments is situated on Trinity Beach, just 15 minutes north of Cairns. It offers luxurious 5-star apartments with breathtaking views of the Coral Sea from each private...

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Barbara
From
Australia
we have been there previously. loved the location on the beach and we just love Sea Change Apartments
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
US$321.73
1 night, 2 adults
All beach hotels in Cairns

Looking for a beach hotel?

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews

Beach Hotels with swimming pools in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Boasting sea views, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a patio, around 1.9 km from Cairns Station.

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, Belle Escapes Ocean Breeze at Trilogy is set in Cairns.

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, Ocean View 3-Bedroom Apartment on the Esplanade is located in Cairns.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Set in Cairns, Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views offers a patio with mountain and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1 km from Cairns Convention Centre and less than 1 km from Cairns Station, City Centre Unit on The Esplanade offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 1 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Esplanade Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$233.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Set in Cairns North, 1.8 km from Cairns Station and 2.4 km from Cairns Convention Centre, The Studio at Northshore Tower offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Facing the seafront in Cairns North, The Condo at Northshore Tower is an apartment, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site. This apartment offers accommodation with a balcony.

Save money on beach in Cairns and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Cairns North, 1.9 km from Cairns Station and 2.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes Rydges Plaza Esplanade 54 with stunning ocean views offers an outdoor swimming pool and air...

From US$775.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Featuring a patio with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar, Belle Escapes 73 Rydges Plaza Esplanade with Ocean & City Views can be found in Cairns North, close to Cairns Station and 2.5 km...

From US$629.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Comfortable Studio in Esplanade is a property with a private pool, located in Cairns North, within just 1.4 km of Cairns Regional Gallery and 1.1 km of The Cairns Civic Theater.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring a patio with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre, Belle Escapes 25 Harbour Lights with Magical Water Views can be found in Cairns, close to Cairns Convention Centre and...

Located in Cairns, 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.4 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Coastal Charmer - Your Waterfront Sanctuary offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Facing the seafront in Cairns, 1101 Harbour Lights with Ocean Views is a holiday home, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site.

181 The Esplanade

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews

Situated on the stunning Cairns Esplanade, 181 The Esplanade features free WiFi and free secure underground car parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, Cozy Waterfront - Free Parking Pool is set in Cairns North.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Machans Beach, just a few steps from Machans Beach, Steps to Sand Machans Beach provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a garden, a terrace and free WiFi.

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Cairns North, 2.9 km from Cairns Station and 3.3 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Rainforest & Reef Retreat - Esplanade Ground-Floor Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning.

On the Esplanade 7

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Cairns, 3.1 km from Cairns Station and 3.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, On the Esplanade 7 offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Cairns, 3.2 km from Cairns Station and 3.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Tropical Comfort Pool and Stunning Esplanade offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

Featuring pool views, Mylara Beachfront Holiday Home offers accommodation with water sports facilities, pool with a view and a garden, around a few steps from Holloways Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Holloways Beach, a few steps from Holloways Beach and 13 km from Cairns Station, Drift Beach House Getaway offers a garden and air conditioning.

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a patio, Coral Oasis - Cairns - Holloways Beach is situated in Holloways Beach.

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Avg. price/night: US$215.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Location was great. View was gorgeous, right on the beach.
Guest review by
Melissa
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$215.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
The pool and surrounding resort gardens were beautiful. The apartment was spacious including great balcony, nice to hear the rolling ocean from the unit. Beachfront cafe across the road was excellent.
Guest review by
Meryl
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$215.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Lovely clean unit! Beautiful breeze and right on the beach front. A 10 minute drive to Cairns city but worth every minute for a clean and comfortable bed.
Guest review by
Sarah
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$215.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Perfect location across from the beach and adjacent to Straits on the Beach Cafe bar. Well appointed inside and a balcony to relax on. Very helpful and lovely staff.
Guest review by
M&J From SA
Young couple