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Our top choices for Cairns Esplanade Lagoon 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, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is P8,745
P9,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 P7,793
P8,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

9. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 2.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 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 P5,923
P6,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Tropic Towers 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, 1.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,129 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is P6,546
P7,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 P10,201
P11,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Reef Gateway Apartments
Bar (on property)

13. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 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, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is P12,398
P13,637 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, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 conference room with round tables, chairs, and a projector screen.

17. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

18. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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
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, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Australia
Mishelle
The price is P7,281
P8,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Escape On Lake
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

20. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is P9,244
P9,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
201 Lake Street Apartments
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 Lagoon

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 bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.
Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
61 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 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
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Top Cairns Esplanade Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent
"Second visit to CB riley. Pool was so much warmer this year so was pleasant just popping in and out the pool. Prosecco bar was popular and nice lunchtime treat. Rooms were contemporary and fun. Could do with a detailed dust and mould removal but lovely all the same. Will be back"
ANTON LEE 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Crystalbrook Riley

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is located in a welcoming area of Tropical North Waterfront known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 313 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Adjacent to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Expedia has 313 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
What can I see and do near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. You can wander around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Reef Teach, Cairns Performing Arts Centre, and Cairns Botanic Gardens.
How can I get to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is easy. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. You can learn about water transportation options at the local marina.