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Hotels in Cairns, Australia

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Hotels in popular neighbourhoods in Cairns

Below is the most popular neighbourhood in Cairns to stay in, as well as some of the best hotels in each area
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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort Photo
Best value

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.2
€118
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No. 1 most popular

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.2
€105
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No. 2 most popular

Mad Monkey Jungle

117 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.9
No. 3 most popular

Mad Monkey Central

100-102 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.7

Hostels and cheap hotels in Cairns

These hotels and hostels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Cairns
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park Photo

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.5
168761

Mad Monkey Jungle

117 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.9
445562
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Photo

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.5
134636

Homestay - Butterfly Haven

Cairns, QLD, Australia

7097962
Bohemia Resort Cairns Photo

Bohemia Resort Cairns

231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.4
134633

Mumma's Hostel Cairns

140 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.3
5918427
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns Photo

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns

121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.4
€116
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791120
Pullman Cairns International Photo

Pullman Cairns International

17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.3
€123
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456197
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Crystalbrook Bailey

163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.8
€123
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5404637
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Photo

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.4
€149
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7072
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Crystalbrook Flynn

85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.9
€138
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Hilton Cairns

34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.5
€132
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9591

momondo's favourite hotels in Cairns

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Hides Hotel Cairns Photo

Hides Hotel Cairns

87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.9
€75
Cairns Plaza Hotel Photo

Cairns Plaza Hotel

145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.5
€97
Cairns Sheridan Hotel Photo

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.9
€105
Big4 Cairns Coconut Photo

Big4 Cairns Coconut

23-51 Anderson Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia

9.0
€76
Cairns City Palms Photo

Cairns City Palms

199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.8
€76
Bohemia Resort Cairns Photo

Bohemia Resort Cairns

231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.4
€46
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Photo

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

3-11 Water Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.3
€89
Mantra Esplanade Cairns Photo

Mantra Esplanade Cairns

53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.2
€113
Caravella Backpackers Photo

Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.8
€65
Hotel Tropiq Photo

Hotel Tropiq

179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.8
€62
Park Regis City Quays Photo

Park Regis City Quays

6 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.0
€85
Comfort Inn Cairns City Photo

Comfort Inn Cairns City

183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.6
€68
Alivio Hotel Cairns Photo

Alivio Hotel Cairns

136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.0
€89
Mantra Trilogy Cairns Photo

Mantra Trilogy Cairns

Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.6
€109
Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments Photo

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.1
€104
The Oceanfront Photo

The Oceanfront

223-227 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.5
€81
Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments Photo

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

227 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.3
€80
Reef Palms Motel Photo

Reef Palms Motel

41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6.5
€77
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park Photo

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

49-61 Little Pease Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7.5
€44

Global Backpackers Cairns

67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8.5
€52

Useful insights on Cairns hotels

Get a quick overview on price and accommodation trends for your visit in Cairns

Lowest Hotel Price

€44

Most Popular Hotel (5-star)

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Hotels Near Airport

1842

Average Length of Stay

4 days
The cheapest price for a room in Cairns found in the last 7 days is €44/night. This rate is available with Cairns Sunland Leisure Park, a 3-star hotel.
Travel with comfort when booking a room with Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, the most popular 5-star hotel in Cairns (8.4/10 rating - based on 3,660 reviews).
There are 1,842 hotels in Cairns close to Cairns. Spacious 7-Bedroom Queenslander Retreat | Privacy, Comfort & Bushland Serenity is the nearest with a distance of 1.1 km from this airport.
On average, people stay for 4 days when lodging at hotels in Cairns. The average accommodation price for 4 days in Cairns in the past week is €482.

When to book a hotel in Cairns

Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hotel room in Cairns

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Cairns?

Thursday offers the lowest rates for staying in Cairns, with an average cost of €73 per night. In contrast, Wednesday is the most expensive day to book, with an average nightly rate of €183

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Cairns?

The cheapest month to stay in Cairns is March, with an average cost of €73/night. The expected decrease to stay in March is 50%. The most expensive month to stay in Cairns is August, with an average cost of €229/night. This is an expected increase of 56%.

How far in advance should I book a hotel in Cairns?

To get the best deal on a hotel in Cairns, book 3 months in advance, with the lowest price found 84 days ahead at €88/night. The most expensive prices can be found when booking 81 days in advance at €156/night.

Information about staying in Cairns

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How long do people stay in Cairns?

The average length of stay in Cairns is 4 nights.

How much does a hotel cost in Cairns?

Hotels in Cairns show a range of prices for their rooms. These are determined by factors such as availability, locale and amenities. On average, rooms will be around €99 per night.

When is the best time to book a hotel in Cairns?

Cairns hotels are at their most economical to book in the month of March. The rates you are charged may be 51% lower than in the high season, making it the best time to get a great deal.

Which day is cheapest to stay in Cairns?

At the moment the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Cairns is Wednesday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

Based on the weather in Cairns, what attractions are popular during November?

The average temperature in Cairns during November is around 26 °C which makes it the perfect time to spend time having fun and seeing something new outside at popular area attractions.

Does Cairns have hostels?

Yes, Cairns hostels are available if you aren’t interested in staying at a traditional hotel. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is the most popular out of the 27 hostels in Cairns. Search for deals on hostels in Cairns.

How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Cairns?

As of October 2026, there are 652 operators available to choose from for hotels in Cairns.

When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Cairns?

Prices for hotels in Cairns refresh daily.

What is the average price of a hotel near Cairns Convention Centre?

Below are the 11 user recommended hotels in the area of Cairns that is closest to Cairns Convention Centre. The average price near Cairns Convention Centre is €116/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near Cairns Convention Centre are typically 12% less expensive than the average hotel in Cairns, which is €133.

How much are hotels near Cairns Esplanade?

Below are the 11 user recommended hotels in the area of Cairns that is closest to Cairns Esplanade. The average price near Cairns Esplanade is €116/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near Cairns Esplanade are typically 12% less expensive than the average hotel in Cairns, which is €133.

Are there hotels available near Reef Hotel Casino?

If you’re planning on staying at any of momondo’s recommended hotels in the area of Cairns nearest to Reef Hotel Casino, you should expect to pay around €116/night. This price fluctuates based on time of year. In general, a rate under €116/night is a good deal for momondo users staying near Reef Hotel Casino. Hotels near Reef Hotel Casino are typically 12% less expensive than the average hotel in Cairns, which is €133.

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