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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...

A
Aditya Sangram Singh
From
India
Clean rooms, beautiful and clean hostel, great ambiance, lovely people, no noise at night, outdoor showers, clean pools, lovely staff who gave great trips for which tours to book
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,663 reviews
Price from
US$87.87
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Auntarpreet kaur
From
Hong Kong
Tim was amazing! Super helpful! Very nice people. Helped with the touristy part. Helped book tours and helped with discounts! The place was beautiful. Very comfortable rooms and very clean too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
Price from
US$73.23
1 night, 2 adults

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.

S
Suzanne
From
United Kingdom
This was an apartment stay in a Queenslander house which had all the facilities we needed. Jenni and Dan were very welcoming and friendly and went out of their way to help us
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$117.16
1 night, 2 adults

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.

S
Sih Min
From
Taiwan
Clean. All I need. Lovely breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$68.34
1 night, 2 adults

Villa on Grafton

Cairns

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Villa on Grafton is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

C
Chris
From
Australia
Very helpful and friendly and great rooms!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Price from
US$185.44
1 night, 2 adults

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.

R
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
Price from
US$332.94
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Philippa
From
Hong Kong
Very comfortable and well equipped studio in a great location. Nice balcony. Comfy bed and massive shower. Very nice pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
US$153.05
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Y
Ying
From
China
nice place, convenient transportation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Price from
US$222.61
1 night, 2 adults

1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

E
Elizabeth
From
South Africa
Lovely apartment very conveniently situated on the esplanade. Thanks Noks!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
US$182.25
1 night, 2 adults

Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking

Cairns

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking is set in Cairns. With garden views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool.

K
Katrina
From
New Zealand
The pools - also apartment had everything you could need. High quality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$201.17
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews

Mumma's Hostel Cairns has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairns.

From US$62.58 per night

Cairns City Motel

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews

Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon.

From US$100.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Set 500 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns Central Atrium Apartments & Studio offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.

From US$99.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews

Set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Heritage Cairns Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$145.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Located in Cairns, 300 metres from Cairns Station, The Grand Hotel Cairns provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$69.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!

From US$68.72 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,426 reviews

YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.

From US$72.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,746 reviews

2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!

From US$146.45 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,062 reviews

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

From US$122.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Set in Cairns in the Queensland region, with Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Centre nearby, City Lights - Experience the Best of Cairns offers accommodation with free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, 'Eclipse' A Poolside Family Escape in the CBD is located in Cairns.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Situated in Cairns and within 1 km of Cairns Station, A1 Inn the city A1 Car Rentals has an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Escape On Lake

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 315 reviews

1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Escape On Lake is situated in Cairns and provides free WiFi and a tour desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

Koala Beach Resort Cairns is in the heart of Cairns’ city centre, only 500 metres from the Cairns Esplanade and the Lagoon.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Cairns, 600 metres from Cairns Station and 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Belle Escapes 710 Elevated CBD getaway with magical views features air-conditioned accommodation with a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located in Cairns, McLeod Rise - Cairn Base with Rooftop Pool & Spa provides accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

Stay connected in Cairns and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

Set in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Centre reachable within less than 1 km, Little Drifter Cairns offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

From US$97.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 536 reviews

Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...

From US$74.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews

Located on the iconic Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns combines unbeatable views with the ultimate tropical getaway.

From US$187.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Situated in Cairns, City Quays Luxury Dual Key features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities and views of mountain, City Quays Accommodation is situated in Cairns, 400 metres from Cairns Convention Centre.

From US$125.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna. Is set in Cairns, 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 600 metres from Cairns Regional Gallery, as well as 1.5 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

From US$240.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,992 reviews

Cairns City Palms self-contained suites and apartments are located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Cairns, and a 10-minute drive from Cairns Airport.5-minute walk away you will find supermarkets,...

From US$100.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews

Ideally located just 800 metres north of the Cairns city centre, Aspect Central offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool.

From US$110.65 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$67.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,127 reviews
This is the ideal hostel! The location, the premises are very clean and the staff is really great! Plus the free breakfast is very good! Many thanks to Mad Monkey Village! I will come back!!!
Guest review by
mardinli
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,842 reviews
Private room with bathroom was affordable Good location, short walk to everything and short ride to the airport. Nice kitchen with balcony Some deals with local establishments available.
Guest review by
Carlijn
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$93.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,325 reviews
Great location. Totally affordable price and exceeded my expectations for budget accommodation. Newly renovated so everything felt fresh and clean. Didn’t use the pool as we weren’t there long enough. Kitchen facilities were good. Aircon in each room is great.
Guest review by
Alice
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