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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, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is P9,170
P10,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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
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
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
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 23 - Nov 24
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
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
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
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 lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,132 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 23 - Nov 24
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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
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 P5,923
P6,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Tropic Towers Apartments
A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

10. 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 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 18 - Nov 19
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
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 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 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
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
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 P6,022
P6,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 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 modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

17. 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
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Benson Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

18. Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
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 10 - Nov 11
Escape On Lake
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

19. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North
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 23 - Nov 24
201 Lake Street Apartments
A pool area with a sign for Cairns City Palms Hotel Suites and Apartments, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area with white chairs and a glass table.

20. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Good for over night stay between snorkelling."
Australia
jyoti
The price is P4,633
P5,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Cairns City Palms
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed our family stay here. The pools were great, cafe and pizza place was great."
Anna-Louise 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Cairns?
If you and your partner need some romantic time away, we've got just the thing. While you're in Cairns, you'll find lots of things to see and do. During your trip, you may want to go for a sunset stroll along the water with your love at Yorkeys Knob Beach, Trinity Beach, or Kewarra Beach. Whether you'd like to soak in a hot tub or watch the sunset from your balcony, there are 4 hotels and other lodging options in Cairns.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Cairns?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, check out these details about year-round temperatures in Cairns: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to do in Cairns?
There's nothing better than wandering around a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all there is to see and do in Cairns. If you and your love want to take in the area's natural beauty, you'll enjoy Cairns for its coral reefs. You might consider a visit to Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, or Reef Hotel Casino.
What's the best way to get to Cairns and around town during my romantic getaway?
These transportation options in Cairns might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: The closest major airport is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station, or Redlynch Station. You can learn about water travel options at the marina.

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