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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, hotel in Cairns

The Novotel Oasis is a 4.5 star resort featuring a gorgeous lagoon pool, complete with a sandy beach, children's pool and a swim-up bar.

Pleasant staff, clean and modern facilities, coffee machines at the buffet, laundry facilities, breakfast buffet.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
1,818 reviews
Price from
$161
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Bailey, hotel in Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and bar in Cairns. Each accommodations at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

It was right smack in the middle of everywhere making it easy to access and not far from the airport!
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
3,114 reviews
Price from
$139
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Riley, hotel in Cairns

Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar,...

Loved the hotel. It had everything we needed
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,194 reviews
Price from
$201
1 night, 2 adults
Coral Tree Inn, hotel in Cairns

Nestled in the heart of Cairns, close to attractions, restaurants and bars, Coral Tree Inn is a private property offering you a tropical and peaceful sanctuary.

Clean, comfortable, central
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Price from
$111
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Flynn, hotel in Cairns

Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

Clean, good location, helpful staff.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
3,292 reviews
Price from
$170
1 night, 2 adults
Cairns Plaza Hotel, hotel in Cairns

Located on The Esplanade opposite Trinity Bay, Cairns Plaza Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and free on-site parking. All rooms have a private balcony.

Well-located and very nice and clean. One of few places to provide 3 separate beds in the room.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
1,650 reviews
Price from
$172
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,676 reviews

    The 5-star Shangri-La Hotel offers luxury accommodations with stunning views of the Cairns Marlin Marina. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

    Friendly Staff Location Clean Perfect for our needs

  • Pullman Cairns International
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,277 reviews

    Pullman Cairns International is located in the center of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbor or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.

    Reception staff were very accommodating and were really helpful.

  • Hilton Cairns
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,917 reviews

    Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.

    The breakfast was absolutely amazing and perfect ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,531 reviews

    Featuring elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 820 feet from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.

    Beatiful rooms spacious comfortable Great location

  • Cairns Harbourside Hotel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,093 reviews

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

    Location and quietness plus the comfort of the bed

  • The Benson Hotel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 510 reviews

    Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.

    Location, comfortable beds, pool and amazing decor.

  • Acacia Court Hotel
    Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 2,110 reviews

    Acacia Court Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodations in a waterfront location on the Cairns Esplanade. The hotel’s large outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers.

    Great breakfast fresh every morning and a great view of the lake

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,852 reviews

    Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views.

    affordable clean and tidy rooms in a perfect location

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  • Cairns Colonial Club Resort
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,637 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 2.1 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    Not our 1st time and definitely won't be our last

  • Heritage Cairns Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,069 reviews

    Heritage, 1640 feet from Cairns Esplanade, offers suites and studios a 15-minute walk from Cairns Central Station. It features a swimming pool and a garden with a BBQ.

    Location comfort and friendly staff. Very helpful.

  • Hotel Tropiq
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2,108 reviews

    Located 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodations with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.

    great night sleep, please tell me what mattress!!?!?

  • Sunshine Tower Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,987 reviews

    Cairns Sunshine Tower Hotel is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city center and 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport.

    Good value, handy location and very friendly staff.

  • Bungalow Hotel
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 242 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 1.1 miles from Cairns Station, Bungalow Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Great price for a clean and comfortable older style room.

  • Oaks Cairns Hotel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,287 reviews

    Located in the heart of Cairns on the Esplanade, Oaks Cairns Hotel is a short walk from the beachfront boardwalk and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, as well as restaurants and bars.

    Everything was quite outstanding. Location excellent

  • Escape On Lake
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 260 reviews

    Escape On Lake is located in Cairns, within 2.6 miles of Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.1 miles of Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

    All Facilities, Lactation, Could walk the hole town.

  • DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,169 reviews

    Centered around a unique rainforest atrium, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns has undergone refurbishment and now features newly renovated rooms.

    Clean room very friendly reception and restaraunt staff

Hotels with great access to Cairns Aquarium!

  • Crystalbrook Flynn
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,292 reviews

    Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

    Beautiful rooms, clean and had all the little extras

  • The Abbott Boutique Hotel
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,274 reviews

    The Abbott Boutique Hotel provides accommodations in Cairns near The Cairns Civic Theater and Reef and Rainforest Research Centre. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a tour desk.

    Very clean rooms. Staff was amazing and very helpful.

  • City Quays Accommodation
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 185 reviews

    Located in Cairns, within a 4-minute walk of Cairns Convention Center and 0.7 miles of Cairns Station, City Quays Accommodation has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well...

    The location was perfect, really enjoyed my stay ☺️

  • Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 407 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, a bar and a children's playroom, Balaclava Hotel is an 8-minute drive from the Cairns Esplanade. It features air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.

    Really great beds. Clean facility. Nice accomodations

  • Cairns Plaza Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,650 reviews

    Located on The Esplanade opposite Trinity Bay, Cairns Plaza Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and free on-site parking. All rooms have a private balcony.

    Staff courteous and polite. Very central to everything

  • Park Regis City Quays
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,599 reviews

    Park Regis City Quays consists of modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms, nearby the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal.

    Perfect location close to restaurants and esplanade

  • Mantra Esplanade
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,182 reviews

    Fun and flexible accommodations is waiting for you at Mantra Esplanade Cairns!

    Great location, within walking distance to everything

  • Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 330 reviews

    Featuring a bar, a restaurant and regular live entertainment, The Edge Hill Tavern is 10 minutes' drive from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Airport. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV.

    Location is in a great area close to alot of shops

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  • Scored 10
    10

    Fabulous and educational, this aquarium experience was...

    Fabulous and educational, this aquarium experience was beautiful and better than expected. We spent hours in this well designed and executed facility. Especially educational to see the marine environments after spending a day snorkeling on reef.
    Wanda

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