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

location, spacious, has laundry machine
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
1,123 reviews
Price from
$344.18
1 night, 2 adults

Conveniently located in central Cairns, Southern Cross Atrium Apartments offer access to 3 tropically landscaped pools and a fitness center with a sauna.

I got bed bug bites, please change your mattresses!
Review score
8.2
Very Good
2,356 reviews
Price from
$163.49
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 820 feet from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.

Staff super friendly and accommodating The concierge staff are exceptional and very friendly. Will be staying there again on my next trip to Cairns.
Review score
8.9
Excellent
1,649 reviews
Price from
$169.03
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Cairns, 2.1 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Pools, food, large room, easy parking , good WiFi and tropical vibe.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
8,146 reviews
Price from
$91.51
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally located in the central business district of Cairns, Queensland, this dream destination is located just off the Esplanade, only a short stroll from the main Cairns shopping precinct.

Directly across the road from private hospital I was able to walk to check
Review score
8.1
Very Good
537 reviews
Price from
$172.67
1 night, 2 adults

The Edge Apartments Cairns is situated in Cairns only 220 yards from the Esplanade and the Coral Sea. It has 2 outdoor pools and spacious air-conditioned apartments.

very spacious apartment loved it, rooms were clean, and the beds were so comfy...loved that there was a freezer inside the apartment especially when you are travelling with a family of 5.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
597 reviews
Price from
$492.37
1 night, 2 adults

Located within a minutes' walk from the beach, Sea Point on Trinity Beach offers spacious modern apartments with free WiFi and full kitchen and laundry facilities.

Perfect location near the beach. Lovely spacious apartment and very clean.
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
386 reviews
Price from
$234.54
1 night, 2 adults

The 5-star Pullman Palm Cove Resort & Spa is on the beachfront of Palm Cove, a 25-minute drive from Cairns.

very clean
Review score
8.0
Very Good
364 reviews
Price from
$169.03
1 night, 2 adults

Located on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness center.

Good location, walkable to everything in Cairns, right next to Aquarium. Nice building with good facilities, nice outdoor pool. Good parking with ample space. Got upgraded to a larger three-bedroom unit, was like home away from home. Good room amenities.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
774 reviews

Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodations on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

The location was great. Just away from the hustle and bustle of the main shops/bars/restaurants so it was quiet, but still close enough to easily walk to those places. There was an excellent cafe right across the street (Muddy's) that opened early for breakfast so we could watch the sun come up while drinking coffee in a quiet setting. The pool was also very clean and nice for swimming and relaxing. The place was also very large and easily accommodated the 6 of us. Overall, very nice and we'll stay here again when we come back.
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
627 reviews
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These hotels offer something unique in terms of design and are usually set in a trendy, urban part of town. Blending high standards with a homey vibe, boutique hotels are more intimate than your average hotel.

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  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 1,649 reviews

    Featuring elegant rooms with a spa bath and a balcony overlooking Cairns or Trinity Inlet, Pullman Reef Hotel is only 820 feet from Cairns Esplanade. It features a casino and 4 bars with live music.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 774 reviews

    Located on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness center.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 627 reviews

    Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodations on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 700 reviews

    Located on the stunning Cairns Esplanade, 181 The Esplanade features free WiFi and free secure underground car parking.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 369 reviews

    Waterfront Terraces features air-conditioned accommodations in Cairns. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 590 reviews

    This luxury resort offers spacious luxury apartments set among lush tropical gardens. Facilities include 4 luxurious swimming pools, a sauna and a tennis court.

  • Review score
    7.0
    Good · 87 reviews

    City Plaza provides spacious apartments with private balconies and satellite TV. It features an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and free on-site parking. There is 24/7 check in.

Great access to the city center! Check these boutique hotels in Cairns

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 1,123 reviews

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

  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 2,356 reviews

    Conveniently located in central Cairns, Southern Cross Atrium Apartments offer access to 3 tropically landscaped pools and a fitness center with a sauna.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 8,146 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 2.1 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Colonial Club Resort provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 537 reviews

    Ideally located in the central business district of Cairns, Queensland, this dream destination is located just off the Esplanade, only a short stroll from the main Cairns shopping precinct.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 597 reviews

    The Edge Apartments Cairns is situated in Cairns only 220 yards from the Esplanade and the Coral Sea. It has 2 outdoor pools and spacious air-conditioned apartments.

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  • Avg. price/night: $166.61
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 3,758 reviews
    Great location in Cairns. Well designed bathroom especially. Interior room touches stylish and fun.
    Guest review by
    Kathleen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $102.39
    Review score
    7.9
    Good · 4,058 reviews
    The beds were comfortable. TV was great. The room location was excellent. Pool facilities were great. The lovely design of the resort in general was amazing. A shopping centre opposite the road. The staff was super awesome and helpful. There were snacks and drinks at reception. These were excellently priced and not the normal over the top motel pricing. There are lifts for those in wheelchairs not on the ground floor.
    Guest review by
    Metta
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $166.31
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 2,475 reviews
    Paid for the view room - stunning view of the sunsets and sunrises; Room - modern design, functional, many useful features, relatively quiet - expect broken iPad; Pool - the pool had many areas where you could relax quietly and avoid the crowd;
    Guest review by
    Kasia Kasha
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $162.97
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 2,279 reviews
    Loved the hotel! The premises are beautiful, so are even the most basic rooms. Great design and comfort. Feels high end but doesn't cost as much as other options around so great value for money. Location is amazing too close to everything. Staff at reception were lovely.
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $166.31
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 2,475 reviews
    Lovely Staff. Great Facilities. Very Impressed. The room we booked did not have a balcony (an oversight by us). We were offered an upgrade to a stunning suite. Loved the interior design and lighting design. A real touch of luxury. We didn't get a swim in but the pool broken into different areas is great for different guests and looked amazing at night.
    Guest review by
    Fiona
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $166.61
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 3,758 reviews
    Great location Lovely decor and design Gorgeous view
    Guest review by
    Rosey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $166.31
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 2,475 reviews
    Super clean. Modern stylish design. Convenient to everything. Luxury
    Guest review by
    clare
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $166.61
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 3,758 reviews
    stunning design, gorgeous attention to detail
    Guest review by
    Eliza
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $166.61
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 3,758 reviews
    * Interior design of the hotel was superb and it gave a very classy and comfy feel to each area. * Live music during breakfast/lunch was great to listen to while enjoying the coffees and meals. * Ideal location, within 5-10mins walk, when we booked our tours to Fitzroy Island and Kuranda Scenic Railway. Surrounded by restaurants too!
    Guest review by
    James
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 72 reviews
    Loved everything about this place. Clean, great design and a wonderful quiet spot. The hosts were lovely providing everything, even more than expected including Occitane products and filling the fridge with fruit, snacks, juice and chocolates. It was so nice to have coffee in your own private outside area with company of their gorgeous dog Tova. Loved it!
    Guest review by
    Samantha
    Solo traveler

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