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Our top choices for Cairns Esplanade 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, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is P9,002
P9,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Crystalbrook Flynn
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is P8,648
P9,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and the staff are very friendly and helpful providing recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. We also enjoyed an excellent breakfast at the hotel's cafe."
United States
Jason
The price is P9,142
P10,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Floriana 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.

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful balcony, friendly staff"
United States
Vanessa
The price is P9,693
P10,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is P6,257
P6,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 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 P8,818
P9,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

7. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is P7,685
P8,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Cairns
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 1.2 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"fantastic room, clean and updated with wifi. Laundry in unit was great. Shower was best, lotsa pressure. close to airport. definately recommend"
Canada
ellen
The price is P5,949
P6,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Tropic Towers Apartments
A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (929 reviews)
"Great central location and very spacious rooms"
Australia
Grant
The price is P8,162
P8,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

10. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,134 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is P6,734
P7,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is P8,333
P9,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Crystalbrook Bailey
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

12. Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Was again an awesome stay. Have stayed here 3 times now and very accommodating."
Australia
Greg
The price is P10,189
P11,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Reef Gateway Apartments
Bar (on property)

13. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is P7,250
P7,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

14. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.7 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is P12,382
P13,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

15. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
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 P7,016
P7,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Pullman Cairns International
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

16. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is P7,040
P7,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is P7,927
P8,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Oaks Cairns Hotel
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

18. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is P8,068
P8,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
201 Lake Street Apartments
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

19. Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Australia
Mishelle
The price is P7,272
P7,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Escape On Lake
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

20. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade
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 P6,315
P6,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Benson Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Esplanade

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
1,006 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 bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.
Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
61 reviews
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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
1,006 reviews
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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
1,000 reviews
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Other attractions near Cairns Esplanade

A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Cairns Esplanade?

Cairns Esplanade is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 420 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Esplanade?

Adjacent to Cairns Esplanade, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Pacific Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cairns Esplanade?

Expedia has 420 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Esplanade.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Esplanade, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Cairns Esplanade.

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What can I see and do near Cairns Esplanade?

You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and Reef Teach.