The 10 best places to stay in Cairns, Australia

The best places to stay in Cairns

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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel features accommodation in Cairns near Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and Martin College. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Ferenc András

From

Hungary

Comfortable, clean, well-furnished and maintained, modern hotel! Very easy late check-in process , great communication! Free coffee and refreshments water Very friendly, helpful staff. Very good value for money!!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,090 reviews

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US$170.19

1 night, 2 adults

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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...

Wan-Lin

From

Taiwan

Power jump problem after I checked in. The staff helped me deal with and was patient.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,664 reviews

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US$87.28

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Zara

From

Turkey

Initially booked this hostel for three days, but the atmosphere was so wonderful and relaxing that I ended up staying for nearly a month. There are no bunk beds—just regular beds—so it feels much more comfortable. Almost every room has its own fridge, and there are plenty of bathrooms and kitchens available, the place also very clean which adds to overall comfort. The garden is incredibly peaceful; you might not even want to leave once you settle in. There’s also a cool common area on the second-floor balcony with a red sofa where I spent most of my time. This is definitely not the typical party hostel full of loud drinking or drugs. Whenever I came in, people were meditating, doing yoga, reading, painting, or writing. If you’re looking for a party-all-night vibe, this may not be the place for you. The guests here have a different energy—more mature, quiet, and respectful. It’s also a very safe choice for solo female travelers. Another unique aspect is that the owners are often at reception, which makes the place feel safer, and they address any issues immediately. However, if you’re a digital nomad, be aware that the internet can be spotty in some rooms—especially in rooms 6 and 7, where it doesn’t reach at all. Even a Telstra hotspot wasn’t sufficient there. The internet in room 19 was much better, and it’s very good in the common areas. But working in the common area during the summer without air conditioning can be tough due to the heat. In the winter, though, it could be a great environment for digital nomads. It might be even better if they added two or three small coworking or meeting areas in the garden—then it would be a digital nomad’s paradise. They’ve created an incredibly peaceful atmosphere overall. If you’re looking for a calm, relaxing place rather than a party hostel, this is a wonderful place to stay. If you visit Cairns, don’t bother looking anywhere else!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews

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US$72.73

1 night, 2 adults

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Cairns Private Apartments

Cairns

These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina.

Laurence

From

Australia

nothing was too much trouble for the ladies at reception. location was great. The 2 different rooms we stayed in were clean and in good condition.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews

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US$304.82

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

julie

From

Canada

Spacious, fully well equiped, laundry available. Owner very helpful. 2 minutes walk from divers den office. 25 min walk from warf and pier.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

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US$116.37

1 night, 2 adults

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Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights

Cairns

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, mountain view and a balcony, Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights is set in Cairns.

Bastiaan

From

Netherlands

Excellent location, beautiful apartment with a wonderful balcony and view

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

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US$423.13

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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, 352 reviews

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US$67.88

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Ryan

From

United Kingdom

The house is beautiful and spacious with great air con. The underside of the house as a novel addition. Great stay for the great price!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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US$330.68

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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

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US$152.01

1 night, 2 adults

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In Cairns Hotel ,Hidden Gem

Cairns

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.

Chloe Maree

From

Australia

Clean and cutter free. Was centrally located and the private owners were more than lovely and accommodating. The fact they accommodate locals is a rarity and I thank them for it.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

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US$221.10

1 night, 2 adults

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