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Popular hotels near Cairns Airport

Discover well-known properties in Cairns Airport that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,886 hotels in Cairns Airport and price data was last updated on 18 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns Airport is €131/night.
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35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Nestled by Trinity inlet and the Cruise Liner Terminal, the 5-star Pullman Reef Hotel Casino is Cairns most prestigious hotel. With its exceptional location, this luxury Cairns hotel offers guests the ideal opportunity to explore the wonders of Tropical North Queensland. Guests staying at the luxury Cairns accommodation are 10 minutes from Cairns Airport, and a 5 minute walk from the Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests can also explore the incredible Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Atherton Tablelands.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1959 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
€168
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a vending machine are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Hotel Tropiq offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Cairns hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on request. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.0
Good
2545 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a quick walk to Cairns Base Hospital Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Change of towels is available on request. Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Cairns hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
2271 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Overlooking the beautiful Cairns Esplanade and offering stunning views of the Coral Sea, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest gardens and is only a short distance from the city center and lots of shopping, dining and leisure opportunities. Cairns Lagoon and Cairns Casino are just moments away, and guests can enjoy proximity to famous Cairns attractions. Book a tour of the Daintree Tropical Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef or the Atherton Tablelands at our onsite tour desk. Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the room with natural light, the inviting guest rooms and suites at this Cairns hotel offer a refrigerator, a wall-mounted TV, a large desk, WiFi (fee applies) and a luxurious Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree bed. Our stylish restaurant, Atrium, offers views of the hotel’s rainforest atrium and serves tempting modern Australian specialties. 24-hour Room Service is also available for your convenience. Exercise using contemporary cardio and weights equipment in the complimentary fitness center, and enjoy a soothing dip in the outdoor swimming pool as you admire beautiful views of the waterfront. Ensure that your meeting, conference or wedding is a successful one by holding it at our Cairns hotel. We provide six air-conditioned meeting spaces, and our friendly, professional team is always on hand to help. Print documents in the 24-hour business center, and take advantage of the latest A/V technology. Feel welcome the moment you arrive at our hotel in Cairns with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie at check-in.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2452 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
€131
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns located on the Cairns Esplanade. Boasting an ideal waterfront location, this property is located less than three hundred meters from the Reef Departure Terminal and less than one kilometre from the Cairns Convention Centre. Hilton Cairns offers stylish rooms all with their own private balcony overlooking mountains, rainforests, Trinity Inlet, and the vibrant city of Cairns. Features at the property include a spa pool and an outdoor lagoon-style pool where guests can relax and soak up the beautiful weather that Tropical North Queensland has to offer. Guests can enjoy the pool bar and make use of ample soft seating deck chairs and umbrellas around the pool. Following a busy day of sightseeing, relax in our hotel's lobby bar Gin Social or enjoy the convenience of our restaurant with water views. Signature Restaurant offers diners a relaxed dining experience with local produce and international inspirations. For those looking for the comfort and flexibility of in-room dining, the hotel has an extensive Room Service Menu as well as a Grab and Go outlet for all your essential minibar items.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2385 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
€168
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Family-friendly Cairns hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Reef Fleet Terminal This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 255 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
3134 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
€158
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Suburban hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk This hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a conference center, and a business center. Cairns Colonial Club Resort offers 345 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
3073 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Crystalbrook Flynn offers 311 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1340 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
€121
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and bars Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 3 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, self parking, and free use of bicycles are onsite. Crystalbrook Bailey offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1497 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
€121
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Centrally positioned, The Abbott Boutique Hotel allows for easy access to Cairns's popular tourist attractions. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas. There are a range of amenities available to guests of the hotel, including a tour desk and a dry cleaning service. Rooms offer premium features, such as luxury toiletries and flat-screen TVs. They all have a private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. The area around The Abbott Boutique Hotel has a range of restaurants and cafés. It is within a 20-minute walk of Cairns Railway Station, which allows convenient access in and around Cairns.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1812 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels near Cairns Airport

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel near Cairns Airport including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel near Cairns Airport?

The cheapest month to book a hotel near Cairns Airport is March (€46). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay near Cairns Airport is December (€175).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel near Cairns Airport?

The cheapest day to stay near Cairns Airport is Sunday (€58). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is €154.

Top-rated hotels near Cairns Airport

Browse through properties in Cairns Airport that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,886 properties in Cairns Airport and data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at near Cairns Airport (CNS). Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€233
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€115
Avg. per night
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€105
Avg. per night
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€76
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€125
Avg. per night
135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€75
Avg. per night
702 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€77
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels near Cairns Airport, Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns Airport that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns Airport can be found for as low as €20 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns Airport that can be booked for this price. Caravella Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns Airport. Price data was last updated on 18 August 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available near Cairns Airport (CNS) for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€20
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€21
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€22
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€25
Avg. per night
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€28
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€32
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Cairns Airport

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cairns Airport to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cairns Airport at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hotel near Cairns Airport (CNS) categorised by hotel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
4 stars +
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€168
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€158
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€168
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€161
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€131
3 stars
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€119
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2 stars and under
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
137 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Other accommodations in Cairns Airport

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Cairns Airport.
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€25
Avg. per night
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€20
Avg. per night
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
€62
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€85
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cairns Airport

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Facts about staying in Cairns Airport

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns Airport to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
  • What are the best hotels near Cairns Airport?

    2,387 reviews rated Hilton Cairns with an average score of 8.4/10. It may also be worth looking into the Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, which received a rating of 7.6/10 from 2,686 reviews. Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments could be another great option, with a score of 7.5/10 from 1,570 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Cairns Hospital?

    Hilton Cairns is a good hotel close to Cairns Hospital - it has scored 8.4 over 2,387 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Cairns Airport near Cairns Central Shopping Centre?

    DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is the most recommended hotel near Cairns Central Shopping Centre on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.0 over 2,456 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Cairns Esplanade?

    If you’re looking for good hotels near Cairns Esplanade, consider DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns (rated 8.0 over 2,456 reviews).

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Cairns Airport?

    If your travel plans to Cairns Airport are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Cairns Hospital, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, or Cairns Esplanade. Cairns is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Cairns Hospital. Staying in Cairns is preferred if you want to visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. To visit Cairns Esplanade, it’s most convenient if you stay in Cairns.

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