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Travellers Oasis, hotel in Cairns

Conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Center and Cairns train station, Travelers Oasis presents an inviting accommodations option featuring an outdoor...

The accommodation was thoughtfully designed with great attention to detail, making it comfortable. It has a charming and cute appearance. The bed was very comfortable, especially thanks to the thick duvet instead of just a sheet.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,595 reviews
Price from
$80.09
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Riley, hotel in Cairns

Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar,...

Location. Staff very nice.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,415 reviews
Price from
$159.25
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Bailey, hotel in Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and bar in Cairns. Each accommodations at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

Location was great
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
3,277 reviews
Price from
$139.69
1 night, 2 adults
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, hotel in Cairns

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.

It was our Wedding Anniversary. We were pleasantly surprised with personalised cards, fruit platter and gifts. It was the customer service that was sensational. It made us forget we were in Australia. It was genuine and made every difference and set positive vibes from the minute we stepped in, to dining at merchant Cafe, to even checking out. So grateful we chose the Pullman. Thank you to the wonderful staff for the incredible experience and customer service. My wife, daughter and I really enjoyed our stay. We will be back and highly recommend!
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,579 reviews
Price from
$147.76
1 night, 2 adults
Hilton Cairns, hotel in Cairns

Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.

It was ok
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
2,124 reviews
Price from
$142.58
1 night, 2 adults
Pullman Cairns International, hotel in Cairns

Pullman Cairns International is located in the center of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbor or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.

Great for families. Access to self service laundry in the hotel. The location of the hotel is really convenient for restaurants, shops or groceries. The view from our room was great
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
1,296 reviews
Price from
$133.54
1 night, 2 adults
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, hotel in Cairns

The 5-star Shangri-La Hotel offers luxury accommodations with stunning views of the Cairns Marlin Marina. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

Nice bedding and great location
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
3,833 reviews
Price from
$158.32
1 night, 2 adults
Crystalbrook Flynn, hotel in Cairns

Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

Everything was perfect. Great value money for money.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
3,621 reviews
Price from
$152.11
1 night, 2 adults
Travellers Paradise, hotel in Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travelers Paradise offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.

Friendly staff made check-in very easy. The carpark was on the street directly in front of the entrance. The lovely Queenslander house and all areas and facilities are very well maintained, smelt clean and impeccably tidy. There's a large Smart TV and comfortable coaches in the lounge area and a well equipped kitchen and laundry room. Our upstairs twin room was quiet and comfortable but just enough room for 2 single beds, a chair and a mini bar fridge and not much luggage. The aircon and ceiling fan cooled down our room very quickly. There was a snack vending machine on the premises and there is a large shopping centre and bus station across the road. Happily stay here again.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,432 reviews
Price from
$94.54
1 night, 2 adults
Reef Gateway Apartments, hotel in Cairns

Reef Gateway Apartments offers self-contained accommodations, just 15 minutes’ walk from the center of Cairns. It has an outdoor saltwater pool, BBQ facilities and free Wi-Fi internet access.

Location is very good - easy walk to esplanade, close to Cairns Aquarium and not far from the city and airport. The apartment is spacious and there's a very nice pool. Complimentary milk, tea, coffee and sugar was great and there were also a few cold drinks. Access was easy, but the building also felt quite secure. Jenny was very welcoming and friendly.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
604 reviews
Price from
$155.21
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Crystalbrook Flynn
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,621 reviews

    Located in Cairns, a 13-minute walk from Cairns Station, Crystalbrook Flynn provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.

    The location was great just a short walk from everything

  • Crystalbrook Riley
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,415 reviews

    Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar,...

    Excellent staff, amaizing pool, nice bars perfect view

  • Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,833 reviews

    The 5-star Shangri-La Hotel offers luxury accommodations with stunning views of the Cairns Marlin Marina. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access.

    Very fantastic location and the views was amazing!

  • Pullman Cairns International
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,296 reviews

    Pullman Cairns International is located in the center of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbor or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.

    Spacious, beautifully appointed and convenient location.

  • Hilton Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,124 reviews

    Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns, located on the Cairns Esplanade.

    not too busy in great location really nice and clean

  • Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,579 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.

    Lovely room and facilities. Room service was lovely.

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 616 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.

    Great size apartments, well equipped & very clean.

  • Cairns Luxury Waterview Apartment
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 82 reviews

    Cairns Luxury Waterview Apartment is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the garden and bar.

    Great view and walking distance to the main part of town.

Great access to the city center! Check these 5-star hotels in Cairns

  • Paradise Holiday Apartments
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 19 reviews

    Paradise Holiday Apartments offers accommodations in Cairns, 1.7 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 1.9 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Great price, great Location and has everything you need for a stay in Cairns.

  • Travellers Oasis
    Central location
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,595 reviews

    Conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Center and Cairns train station, Travelers Oasis presents an inviting accommodations option featuring an outdoor...

    The room was clean; the facilities in the hostel are amazing

  • Vision Apartments
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 746 reviews

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

    Pool is perfect on the esplanade. Excellent location

  • Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 888 reviews

    Set among 28 acres of landscaped tropical gardens, this award-wining resort features a family friendly water park, plus tennis courts and mini golf.

    It’s my all time favourite and best resort with kids

  • Travellers Paradise
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,432 reviews

    Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travelers Paradise offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.

    Late arrival, Peter was more than welcoming and very friendly.

  • Cairns Aquarius
    Central location
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 995 reviews

    Located on The Esplanade, Cairns Aquarius Holiday Apartments are ideally located on the beautiful Cairns oceanfront with local restaurants and attractions just a few steps away.

    Location , all the facilities and the good maintenance

  • Crystalbrook Bailey
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,277 reviews

    Crystalbrook Bailey features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and bar in Cairns. Each accommodations at the 5-star hotel has city views and free WiFi.

    Location Atmosphere Staff Restaurant and cafe downstairs

  • Reef Gateway Apartments
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 604 reviews

    Reef Gateway Apartments offers self-contained accommodations, just 15 minutes’ walk from the center of Cairns. It has an outdoor saltwater pool, BBQ facilities and free Wi-Fi internet access.

    Apartment was very clean and staff was very helpful 😊😊

  • Cairns Ocean View Apartment in Aquarius
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 71 reviews

    Cairns Ocean View Apartment in Aquarius is located in Cairns, just 2.7 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.2 miles from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

    La vue ! La taille de l'appartement et la déco moderne.

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5-star Hotels That Guests Love in Cairns

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  • Avg. price/night: $158.32
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,277 reviews
    Great location close to everything! The receptionists were all very friendly and very helpful. The environment is very cozy and throughout the stay was so comfortable and relaxing. I would like to give extra credits to the receptionists that helped to get back the toys my two year old son threw over the balcony to the property below us! We appreciated their help so much and we highly recommend them if you want to look for 5 stars accommodation in Cairns! 😊😊😊
    Ai Chin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $144.66
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 838 reviews
    LocaTion at the heart of esplanade; staffs are super friendly and accomodating (5 stars) accomodation is beautiful
    Khriztopher
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $67.67
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,943 reviews
    Though wasn’t 5 stars hotel , the room was nice , clean . The view from the room was amazing . Beautiful pool & spa . Feel we were in Bali 😀
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $67.67
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,943 reviews
    The property was excellent. It wasn’t luxurious 5 star but for the cost per night it was bang on. Could not fault it. 3 pools and a spa I will be always be recommending and using the property
    Osborne
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $105.54
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,927 reviews
    Everything was what we expected Cleaning was exceptional beds comfy 5 stars
    Amie
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 888 reviews
    We are locals and come here often, the facilities and staff are always amazing. This time, they went above and beyond when I was unwell to ensure I was comfortable. Adriana at the front desk especially lovely. The only thing that could have been better was if the pool wasn’t so warm. apart from that, 5 stars as always!
    Tanya
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $135.97
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,579 reviews
    I had a great time. I felt comfortable and safe. The room was superb, and I slept extremely well in that very comfortable bed and dark room. No noise heard all night. I also loved the pool space; relaxing and I loved the provided pool towels. 5 stars
    B
    Bernadette
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $158.32
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 3,277 reviews
    Beautiful weekend, great location, amenities were 5 stars, breakfast was esqquister. Ambience was perfect, jazz music was enlightening.
    Caroline
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $70.16
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 346 reviews
    The room was nice & tidy! Very clean! Nice, bright room. Free parking right in front of my room. My partner even had a spare space to park his car! The bed was so comfy too! Polite staff - customer service was very attentive. We also had dinner delivered to our room, 5 stars for the food, I highly recommend the pork spare ribs!
    Mischarna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $121.93
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 591 reviews
    This is not a 5 star place. Probably 3 to 3.5 stars. Our room very tired but clean. We saw another room that was a 5 star. Elevator is so slow would be just as quick as walking 3 flights of stairs. One street back from The esplanade.
    Chris
    Family with young children

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