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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...

M
Maria
From
Sweden
This is the best hostel in Cairns. Clean, friendly, colourful! We had a twin room and that meant more space than average at hostels. The outdoor rainshower was a novelty! Free parking outside and perfectly placed near the trainstation from where we continued our journet. Would definitely stay again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Price from
US$89.26
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.

H
Helene
From
Switzerland
I would definitely recommend this hostel to others. I had a great time there and met so many lovely people. The bed was comfortable and it was very clean! I was also able to book all my day trips through the hostel manager Tim.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,192 reviews
Price from
US$74.39
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.

N
Núria
From
Spain
Even though we only stayed for one night, it was absolutely worth it. Every detail is so well thought out. There are bath salts in the bathroom, flip-flops, bathrobes, coffee, snacks, milk, cold water, so many lovely touches that make the stay feel truly perfect. The house is beautiful and very well equipped, it even has an oven, which isn’t always the case and everything is designed to make you feel comfortable. We had actually planned to go out and explore, but we ended up staying in because it just felt so cosy and relaxing! It was a short stay, but a special one and I’m sure we’ll be back if we return to the area. Highly, highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
Price from
US$110.09
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.

F
Ferdinand
From
Germany
Very friendly and helpful owner. Good communications. We could let our luggage at the apartment and pick it up later. The breakfast area and living room was very relaxed. The place was a foot walk away from the main station and therefore perfect to go to Kurunda by train. You can go back by cableway and bus. Great tour.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews
Price from
US$69.43
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, 16 reviews
Price from
US$338.20
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.

G
Graham
From
Australia
Great interaction with the host from the start. Clear and easy to follow instructions to get to accommodation. Wonderful view from the room, so central to everything in Cairns. Would stay again and happily recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$155.47
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 710 Elevated CBD getaway with magical views

Cairns

Situated in Cairns, 600 metres from Cairns Station and 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes 710 Elevated CBD getaway with magical views features air-conditioned accommodation with a...

G
Georgia
From
United Kingdom
Lovely stay, great location, and super helpful host!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$474.28
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.

E
Elizabeth
From
South Africa
Lovely apartment very conveniently situated on the esplanade. Thanks Noks!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
US$185.14
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.

J
Jassie-Bree
From
Australia
incredible stay. location was PERFECT and the pools were so cool!! the apartment was clean and so practical but simultaneously so fun and cozy. they had all the amenities you could possibly need and we were made to feel so welcome and comfortable by the host. The host Isabel is very accommodating and so so kind!! We could not recommend this stay more and we’d love to come back for sure. Thank you so much Isabel (and family!!) for your lovely hospitality and for making our trip extra comfortable and enjoyable!! x
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$148.25
1 night, 2 adults

Belle Escapes 702 CBD Apartment with Elevated City and Water Views

Cairns

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and city view, Belle Escapes 702 CBD Apartment with Elevated City and Water Views is situated in Cairns, 500 metres from Cairns Regional Gallery and 1.4 km from The...

A
Ashlee
From
Australia
The kitchen was great with all the amenities which made things really easy travelling with a 7 month old.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$700.41
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, 604 reviews

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

From US$69.79 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,455 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$76.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,048 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$176.74 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, 36 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$188.38 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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 27 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, 311 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, 1,230 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$92.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set 500 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns Central Atrium Apartments & Studio offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 831 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$155.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 553 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$78.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviews

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

From US$148.77 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$246.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 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$125.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 514 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$76.04 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,384 reviews

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

From US$175.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Situated in Cairns, within 400 metres of Cairns Convention Centre and 1.1 km of Cairns Station, City Quays Accommodation features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...

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

Situated in Cairns, 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Belle Escapes 14 Harbour Lights with tranquil ocean views offers an outdoor swimming pool and air...

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

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a terrace, Belle Escapes - 405 Harbour Lights is located in Cairns.

Cairns City Palms

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,991 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$99.18 per night

Aspect Central

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 918 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$99.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 260 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$132.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 907 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$81.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,133 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, 1,848 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$99.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,342 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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