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Our top choices for Cairns Central Business District hotels

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is P5,044
P5,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Crystalbrook Flynn
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"The location was perfect—right on the marina and close to all the activities around the reef and shopping plus parks and restaurants. The staff were amongst some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve had on our travels!"
United States
Jonah
The price is P8,829
P9,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is P7,049
P7,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Bar (on property)

4. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is P7,259
P7,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

5. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Terrific stay. Excellent location - close to restaurants & shops. Will love to stay there again."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is P7,585
P7,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Mantra Esplanade
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

6. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is P7,694
P8,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Cairns
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

7. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Locality perfect for walking to the wharf for reef excursions. And the CBD. Only stayed for one night but the facilities (pools etc) looked amazing. Desk staff were lovely."
Australia
Megan
The price is P5,888
P6,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Pullman Cairns International
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

8. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Lovely clean room. Great one night stay.Only thing that spoiled it was the noise from the nightclub close by so not a good sleep."
Australia
Jenny
The price is P6,323
P6,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Benson Hotel
A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

9. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (433 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is P7,832
P8,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Oaks Cairns Hotel
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

10. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is P8,659
P9,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is P8,344
P9,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Crystalbrook Bailey
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place, location, and fantastic breakfast buffet!"
United States
James
The price is P6,022
P6,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

13. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is P6,265
P6,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

14. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is P9,706
P10,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

15. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"
Australia
Gerard
The price is P5,632
P6,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
A modern hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

16. Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,336 reviews)
"It was close to ocean and great restaurants"
Australia
Alison
The price is P8,009
P8,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Mantra Trilogy
A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

17. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (927 reviews)
"Great central location and very spacious rooms"
Australia
Grant
The price is P7,452
P7,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

18. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,661 reviews)
"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."
Australia
Glenn
The price is P8,321
P9,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

19. Park Regis Hotel Cairns

Park Regis Hotel Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent Stay"
Australia
HAYLEY
The price is P5,864
P6,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Park Regis Hotel Cairns
A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (785 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect, from the staff, the bed, the location everything!"
Australia
Alison
The price is P11,732
P11,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
BreakFree Royal Harbour
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Compare popular hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.
Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.
Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,024 reviews
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Where to stay in Cairns Central Business District

Find the best Cairns Central Business District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

A beach with palm trees, a wooden walkway, and a signboard.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

A sunset over a calm pool with palm trees and a gazebo.

Cairns North

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

A sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and a mountain in the distance.

Clifton Beach

Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

An aerial view of a riverside resort with a circular water feature, a bridge, and lush greenery.

Parramatta Park

Visitors to Parramatta Park enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Barlow Park is worth a stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cairns Central Business District like?

Cairns Central Business District is a welcoming neighborhood known for its coral reefs and major shopping area. Are you looking for Cairns Central Business District travel tips? Be sure to check out Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Cairns Central Business District?

Based on our traveler data, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay in Cairns Central Business District. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Cairns Central Business District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 212 Cairns Central Business District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Cairns Central Business District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cairns Central Business District?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Cairns Central Business District, head over to our customer service page.

What are the top things to see and do in Cairns Central Business District?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Muddy's Playground, and Michaelmas Cay. Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Night Markets are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Cairns Regional Gallery, Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, and Reef Fleet Terminal are just a few of the places to visit in and around Cairns Central Business District. When you're sightseeing in Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns Museum and Reef Teach are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Cairns Central Business District and the greater Tropical North Waterfront area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Cairns Station. You can inquire about options for water travel at the marina.