Top 10 Hotels Near Cairns Esplanade in Cairns for 2026

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

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade

Dave

P11,687

P12,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a black and beige rug, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

2. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade

carlos

P8,775

P9,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

3. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade

Ryan

P10,195

P11,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade

Alok

P7,233

P7,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

5. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade

Laura

P7,783

P8,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade

Stephen

P9,570

P9,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

7. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade

Micheala

P10,849

P11,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

An outdoor area with a covered walkway, string lights, and various plants.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

8. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade

Jean

P11,276

P12,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Cairns Esplanade

Suzanne

P9,652

P10,618 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

10. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 1.6 km from Cairns Esplanade

Catherine

P9,892

P10,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

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.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade

Paul

P9,892

P10,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a view of mountains through large windows.

A large bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a body of water through large glass doors.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a view of a lake and mountains through large sliding doors.

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.7 km from Cairns Esplanade

Michelle

P17,511

P19,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

13. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade

Michaela

P8,691

P9,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

14. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Cairns Esplanade

Terri

P9,134

P10,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a dining area with white chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a view of the mountains through large windows.

15. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade

Giannina

P11,243

P11,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

16. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda, 2.4 km from Cairns Esplanade

Anu

P6,584

P7,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A modern building with a unique facade, a central entrance, and a sign for the 'INGARUMING ART CENTRE'.

17. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade

Hannah

P5,988

P6,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

A store interior with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerator with beverages, and an exit sign.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

18. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade

Elizabeth

P4,995

P6,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a view of the pool and buildings outside.

19. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade

Jim

P8,781

P9,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

20. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade

Theodore

P7,000

P7,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Esplanade

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Cairns Harbourside Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,104 reviews	View

Top Cairns Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location, great amenities and very helpful staff. The rooms were serviced daily and items were replenished according to your preferences. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food and drink and was good value for money. The hotel room was very clean. Only downside was that some elements of the hotel look a bit tired (eg the outside walls, some of the paintwork and soft furnishings) and could do with a refresh. Overall would recommend and would stay again."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great position being on the waterfront, with close proximity to restaurants, tours and shopping. Staff were very friendly and room was well maintained with good services. Highly recommend this establishment."

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The buffet breakfast is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. It was excellent. The location is perfect for views and a stroll. Very comfortable beds and they have room service if you’re just too tired to go out. Loved it!"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Quite clean and spacious. I disliked the bed having wheels. You couldn’t sit up on the bed and lean on the wall. The beds kept rolling away."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"

The Oceanfront Cairns

8/10 Good

"Limited parking in exposed front park lot, otherwise it was street parking. One lift operating which took a while during peak time close to checkout. Bit of construction work going on. Otherwise spacious great room (just unfortunate that there is a small step into the bathroom which is a toe catcher, and shower glass doesn’t cover enough whereby the floor outside gets very wet)."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly team. Good value for the price."

Bay Village Tropical Retreat

8/10 Good

"Good lobby and nice setting. Handy to bus stop. However, paintwork in room not very clean and no duvet on bed. Wall to adjoining room paper thin and I could hear every word spoken next door"

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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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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Cairns Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Museum in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

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Cairns Regional Gallery

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Regional Gallery during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels in Tropical North Waterfront? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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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 Cairns Harbourside Hotel.

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.

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 Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Muddy's Playground, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and Reef Teach.

Hotels near Cairns Esplanade

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Our top choices for Cairns Esplanade hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. Floriana Boutique Hotel

3. Cairns Plaza Hotel

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

5. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

7. Hilton Cairns

8. Reef Gateway Apartments

9. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10. Pullman Cairns International

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

13. Pacific Hotel Cairns

14. Oaks Cairns Hotel

15. 201 Lake Street Apartments

16. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

17. Cairns City Palms

18. Cairns Holiday Park

19. The Benson Hotel

20. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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Top Cairns Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Queens Court

Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Other attractions near Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Museum

Michaelmas Cay

Cairns Regional Gallery

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Reef Hotel Casino

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