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Hotels in Cairns, Australia

Find deals on 99 hotels in Cairns, Australia

Cairns, QLD, Australia
Aug 6 — Aug 72

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Hotels in popular neighbourhoods in Cairns

Below is the most popular neighbourhood in Cairns to stay in, as well as some of the best hotels in each area
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Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel Photo
Best value

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,9
R2 287
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No. 1 most popular

City Terraces Cairns

63-65 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,3
R2 561
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No. 2 most popular

Mumma's Hostel Cairns

140 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,2
No. 3 most popular

Comfortable units in CBD

Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,8
R2 435
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Hostels and cheap hotels in Cairns

These hotels and hostels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Cairns
Caravella Backpackers Photo

Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,3

The Jack Backpackers

52-54 Spence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,3
The Espy Hostel Photo

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,1

Bounce Cairns

117 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,8

Wanna Stay?

72-74 Grafton St, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,6

Mad Monkey Central

100-102 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,5
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Global Backpackers Cairns Photo

Global Backpackers Cairns

67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,6
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns Photo

Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,6
Crystalbrook Bailey Photo

Crystalbrook Bailey

163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,8
R2 715
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The Espy Hostel Photo

The Espy Hostel

83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,1
Crystalbrook Flynn Photo

Crystalbrook Flynn

85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,8
R2 739
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Caravella Backpackers Photo

Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,3

momondo's favourite hotels in Cairns

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Pacific Hotel Cairns Photo

Pacific Hotel Cairns

43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,0
R2 535
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Photo

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,6
R2 099
The Benson Hotel Photo

The Benson Hotel

44-56 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,2
R2 252
Cairns Sheridan Hotel Photo

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,0
R1 931
Hides Hotel Cairns Photo

Hides Hotel Cairns

87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,1
R1 281
Cairns Plaza Hotel Photo

Cairns Plaza Hotel

145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,6
R2 371
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre Photo

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

6 12 Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

6,7
R1 736
Cairns Queens Court Photo

Cairns Queens Court

167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,2
R1 164
Mantra Trilogy Photo

Mantra Trilogy

101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,7
R2 170
Yha Cairns Central Photo

Yha Cairns Central

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,9
R570
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Photo

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,2
R1 631
Sunshine Tower Hotel Photo

Sunshine Tower Hotel

136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,0
R2 012
Cairns City Palms Photo

Cairns City Palms

199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,8
R1 844
Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments Photo

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,5
R1 774
Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments Photo

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,0
R1 991
Comfort Inn Cairns City Photo

Comfort Inn Cairns City

183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

7,2
R1 540
Tropical Heritage Cairns Photo

Tropical Heritage Cairns

8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,0
R1 553
Global Backpackers Cairns Photo

Global Backpackers Cairns

67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,6
R454
Little Drifter Cairns Photo

Little Drifter Cairns

1/7 Shields Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,5
R776
Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments Photo

Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments

62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

8,5
R2 331

Useful insights on Cairns hotels

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Lowest Hotel Price

R393

Most Popular Hotel (5-star)

Hilton Cairns

Hotels Near Airport

1732

Average Length of Stay

17 days
The cheapest price for a room in Cairns found in the last 7 days is R393/night. This rate is available with The Jack Backpackers, a 2-star hotel.
Travel with comfort when booking a room with Hilton Cairns, the most popular 5-star hotel in Cairns (8,4/10 rating - based on 2 381 reviews).
There are 1 732 hotels in Cairns close to Cairns. Homestay - Butterfly Haven is the nearest with a distance of 1,1 km from this airport.
On average, people stay for 17 days when lodging at hotels in Cairns. The average accommodation price for 17 days in Cairns in the past week is R29 011.

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How long do people stay in Cairns?

Visiting Cairns for 17 nights is the most common choice for our users.

How much does a hotel cost in Cairns?

Hotels in Cairns show a range of prices for their rooms. These are determined by factors such as availability, locale and amenities. On average, rooms will be around R4 891 per night.

When is the best time to book a hotel in Cairns?

Room prices for hotels in Cairns can be as much as 38% lower in the month of August. So this is a great time to book and save money.

Which day is cheapest to stay in Cairns?

The cost of a Cairns hotel room will vary for each day, but generally Monday works out the most economical, with Thursday proving the least economical.

How much does a luxury hotel in Cairns cost?

R3 206 per person, per night, is on average what you can expect to pay for luxury hotels in Cairns. To put this in perspective, R4 891 per person, per night is the average price of a hotel in Cairns, which is a price difference of around 47%% to stay at a luxury hotel.

Based on the weather in Cairns, what attractions are popular during August?

Temperatures in Cairns are typically around 71,6 °F during August and the chance of rain is low, which makes August the perfect time to spend some time outside at a popular area attraction like Kurrawa Beach.

Does Cairns have hostels?

There are 16 hostels in Cairns if you want to save money on accommodations during your trip. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel happens to be the most popular hostel in Cairns at the moment. Find deals on hostels in Cairns.

How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Cairns?

As of July 2025, there are 666 operators available to choose from for hotels in Cairns.

When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Cairns?

Prices for hotels in Cairns were last updated today.

What is the average price of a hotel near Cairns Convention Centre?

If you’re looking for a hotel in Cairns near Cairns Convention Centre then you are in luck. momondo recommends 11 hotels near Cairns Convention Centre and on average, hotels in the area cost R2 737/night. This price may vary based on season. Hotels near Cairns Convention Centre are typically 57% more expensive than the average hotel in Cairns, which is R1 174.

Are there hotels available near Reef Fleet Terminal?

The average price for hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal is R2 737 per night. Of those hotels, momondo users recommend the 11 hotels below for those looking to stay in the area. Since Reef Fleet Terminal is more popular at some times of year than others, prices may vary depending on when you plan your trip. Hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal are typically 57% more expensive than the average hotel in Cairns, which is R1 174.

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