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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...

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Benjo Inspirit
From
Australia
Most beautiful, green place! Big space not overcrowded. Fully home_family vibe Heaps of plants and colours! Love iit°°☆ 🌈💚🌱🙏 No partyhostel. Nice people The owners gabe and kathy and poppy are wonderful, helpful always
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews
Price from
US$87.44
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.

M
Madison
From
Australia
The staff were incredible especially Paul, the owner, who provided me with a free upgrade from a single to a double room upon arrival which I’m very grateful for. The manager Tim was also very friendly and accomodating. It’s truly such a peaceful hostel, just about everyone had gone to bed by 10pm and it was silent. The bathroom, kitchen, laundry and pool amenities are all beautiful and way beyond the standard for hostel accomodation. I plan to return again in the future for a longer stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Price from
US$72.87
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.

j
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
Price from
US$116.59
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.

F
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
Price from
US$68.01
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.

J
Jayda
From
Australia
Liked everything, host considered all aspects of accommodating guests with extras... location very convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$331.30
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.

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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$152.29
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.

C
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
Price from
US$221.51
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.

C
Carol
From
Australia
The apartment accommodated all of our needs and more as it was close to restaurants and cafes and was clean and was tastefully presented .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
US$181.36
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.

J
Jassie-Bree
From
Australia
incredible stay. location was PERFECT and the pools were so cool!! the apartment was clean and so practical but simultaneously so fun and cozy. they had all the amenities you could possibly need and we were made to feel so welcome and comfortable by the host. The host Isabel is very accommodating and so so kind!! We could not recommend this stay more and we’d love to come back for sure. Thank you so much Isabel (and family!!) for your lovely hospitality and for making our trip extra comfortable and enjoyable!! x
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$182.91
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Paradise

Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

H
HErbie
From
Panama
Accurate description - we got what we paid for
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,323 reviews
Price from
US$97.45
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 8.1
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Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews

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

From US$58.21 per night

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns
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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$64.12 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.

Villa on Grafton

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

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.

From US$184.53 per night
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, 29 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, 316 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.

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Cairns and nearby

Cairns City Motel

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,231 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$102.01 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$110.76 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$111.73 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$69.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 548 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$63.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,740 reviews

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

From US$145.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 538 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$74.49 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,985 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$100.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 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$97.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews

Floriana Boutique Hotel is a recently renovated guest house in Cairns, where guests can take a dip in its outdoor swimming pool and make the most of its free WiFi, free bikes and garden.

From US$181.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Palm View- 9 Pools BBQ & Gym is situated in Westcourt. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool.

From US$237.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Located in Westcourt, 2 km from Cairns Station and 3 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Heavenly Palms on Collinson offers air conditioning.

From US$297.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews

Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.

From US$77.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and free WiFi.

From US$115.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located in Edge Hill, 6 km from Cairns Station, Oasis, in leafy Whitfield. Offers accommodation with free WiFi, a balcony or a patio and access to a garden and a year-round outdoor pool.

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Avg. price/night: US$70.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,123 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.
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Carlijn
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$84.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,320 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.
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Alice
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