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Popular hotels near Cairns Central

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34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns located on the Cairns Esplanade. Boasting a prime waterfront position the hotel is less than three hundred metres from the Reef Departure Terminal and under one kilometre from the Cairns Convention Centre. Hilton Cairns offers stylish guest rooms each featuring a private balcony with views across the mountains rainforest Trinity Inlet or the vibrant city of Cairns. Hotel facilities include a spa pool and an outdoor lagoon style swimming pool where guests can relax and enjoy the warm tropical climate of Tropical North Queensland. The pool bar provides a relaxed setting complemented by ample soft seating deck chairs and umbrellas surrounding the pool area. After a day of sightseeing unwind at the hotels lobby bar Gin Social or enjoy the convenience of dining within the hotel. Guests can take advantage of our extensive room service menu or visit the Grab and Go outlet for essential minibar items.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2517 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Overlooking the picturesque Cairns Esplanade with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is nestled among lush tropical rainforest gardens and is just moments from the city center. Guests enjoy easy access to shopping, dining and leisure experiences with Cairns Lagoon and Cairns Casino only a short stroll away. Iconic regional attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Tropical Rainforest and the Atherton Tablelands can be conveniently arranged through the onsite tour desk. Guest rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light and offer modern comforts, including a refrigerator wall mounted TV, spacious work desk, Wi-Fi and the signature Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree bed. Start the day at Atrium. The hotel's dedicated breakfast venue overlooks the lush rainforest atrium and offers a relaxed setting to enjoy a full breakfast selection. For lunch and dinner The Vine Room provides a stylish dining experience overlooking the Cairns Esplanade and serves Mediterranean cuisine complemented by a curated wine list. Room service is available until 11pm for added convenience. Stay active in the complimentary fitness center equipped with contemporary cardio and weight training equipment, or unwind in the outdoor swimming pool while enjoying waterfront views. Ideal for meetings, conferences and weddings, the hotel offers four air conditioned event spaces supported by a friendly and professional team dedicated to delivering a seamless experience. From the moment you arrive you will be welcomed with DoubleTree's signature warm chocolate chip cookie - setting the tone for a relaxed and memorable stay in Cairns.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
2576 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
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 laptop-compatible safes and bathrobes. 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 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
3261 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
€117
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
1683 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and bars A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a poolside bar. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Crystalbrook Riley offers 311 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, 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, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
2317 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
€121
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel in Cairns, 3-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade Laundry facilities, a library, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. The Abbott Boutique Hotel offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1978 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Pacific Hotel Cairns offers 207 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. 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
8.0
Excellent
2582 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
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
8.9
Excellent
2086 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
€125
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk Along with 3 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. 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 ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
2807 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Treat yourself to 4.5-star resort style accommodation in the heart of Cairns. Transformed in 2019 with a new lobby, restaurant & bar, guest rooms and public spaces, discover Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort. This excellent family-friendly resort provides fun-filled kids weekend and holiday. With its sandy lagoon style pool, boasting the only swim up bar in cairns, guests can relax by the pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
2669 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre

Top-rated hotels near Cairns Central

Browse through properties in Cairns Central that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 239 properties in Cairns Central and data was last updated on 2 February 2026.
Some of the best Cairns Central hotel options as decided by our users. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€93
Avg. per night
125-129 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€145
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€75
Avg. per night
135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€64
Avg. per night
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€84
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€85
Avg. per night
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€59
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels near Cairns Central, Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns Central that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns Central can be found for as low as €40 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns Central that can be booked for this price. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns Central. Price data was last updated on 2 February 2026
These Cairns Central properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€40
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€45
Avg. per night
167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€46
Avg. per night
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€48
Avg. per night
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€49
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€52
Avg. per night
8 Scott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€54
Avg. per night
169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€54
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Cairns Central

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cairns Central 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 Central at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 2 February 2026.
We've come across the following hotels near Cairns Central with different price and hotel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
4 stars +
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€117
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€125
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3 stars
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€101
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2 stars and under
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
€100
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Other accommodations in Cairns Central

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Cairns Central.
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€65
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€96
Avg. per night
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€87
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€45
Avg. per night
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€55
Avg. per night
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€66
Avg. per night
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€82
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€86
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cairns Central

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Facts about staying in Cairns Central

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  • What are the best hotels near Cairns Central?

    Hilton Cairns is a very popular hotel near Cairns Central, with a score of 8.4 from 2,517 reviews. DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns (8.1 from 2,576 reviews) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (8.4 from 3,261 reviews) are also highly rated Cairns Central hotels, based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Dublin City Centre?

    Leonardo Hotel Dublin Parnell Street is a popular hotel near Dublin City Centre that is highly recommended, with a score of 8.6 across 8,715 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Cairns Central near Galway City Center?

    The G Hotel and Spa is the hotel close to Galway City Center that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 1,984 reviews rating it at 8.7/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Old Town Of Albufeira?

    If you’re planning to stay near Old Town Of Albufeira, you should consider Hotel Apartamento Paraiso De Albufeira, which has a score of 7.2 from 1,369 reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel near Cairns Central?

    €16/night is the cheapest price found for a hotel near Cairns Central by HotelsCombined users over the last 72 hours.

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

    There’s so much to see and do in Cairns Central, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Dublin City Centre, Galway City Center, and Old Town Of Albufeira. You’ll want to stay in Dublin to visit Dublin City Centre, Galway to visit Galway City Center, and Albufeira to visit Old Town Of Albufeira.

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