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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Excellent hotel, excellent staff and excellent location. "
United States
Davoud
The price is P8,788
P9,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen
The price is P7,783
P8,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Room had a nice view clean spacious and the people at the desk were very accommodating. "
Australia
Janice
The price is P9,222
P10,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Good value for money and great location - would stay there again! "
Germany
Ellen
The price is P7,165
P7,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958)
"Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff"
Australia
Lauren
The price is P6,882
P7,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Crystalbrook Bailey

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (849)
"Clean, close to everything "
Australia
Kylie
The price is P5,940
P6,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 1.1 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Property was well maintained & it’s close to the airport. Easy access to public transport. Service was excellent, clear communication & friendly staff at reception. Overall great experience."
Australia
Sivaramakrishnan
The price is P6,071
P6,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Tropic Towers Apartments

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Fantastic stay , great staff"
Australia
Taymour
The price is P7,226
P7,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Hilton Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"awesome location great service "
Canada
Mary ann
The price is P4,544
P4,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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, (607)
"Enjoyed my stay "
Australia
Michael
The price is P10,059
P11,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
201 Lake Street Apartments

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (968)
"Friendly staff, centrally located "
United States
Daniel
The price is P6,291
P6,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Heritage Cairns

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, (810)
"The breakfast was good and staff were great."
Australia
Cameron Steven
The price is P7,165
P7,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"Room was clean. Staff were friendly. "
United States
Nhung
The price is P7,024
P7,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Oaks Cairns Hotel

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great location and a great hotel "
United States
Gustavo
The price is P7,633
P8,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (763)
"Great location "
Australia
Alix
The price is P7,959
P7,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
BreakFree Royal Harbour

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, (1001)
"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful with activities and polite."
United States
Tony
The price is P7,624
P8,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Pullman Cairns International

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (502)
"Staff were very nice and gave room service daily. The pool was a nice option also."
Canada
Noel
The price is P6,734
P7,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Cairns City Palms

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (607)
"Tidy, quiet, nice clean pool and bbq area. "
Australia
Lance
The price is P9,946
P9,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cascade Gardens

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, (495)
"Great location and proximity to attractions, stores and restaurants"
United States
Hazel
The price is P6,639
P7,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
The Benson Hotel

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
3.5 star property
3 km from Cairns Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (87)
"Great location and friendly and helpful staff. The room was clean and bed was so comfortable. Good value for money "
Australia
Celestine
The price is P4,479
P4,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern
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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 371 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 Cairns Harbourside Hotel and Hilton Cairns.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Cairns Esplanade?
Expedia has 371 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'll want to browse the exhibits at Cairns Historical Society Museum and The Cairns Museum. You can watch performances at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Tanks Arts Centre, and JUTE Theatre Company if you're interested in local theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Muddy's Playground, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.