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Our top choices for Center of Contemporary Arts hotels

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Loved my stay! Everyone I met were so friendly and helpful!"
United States
Douglas
The price is P8,770
P9,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
Front of property - evening/night
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (955)
"Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff"
Australia
Lauren
The price is P6,519
P7,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Crystalbrook Bailey
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Excellent location; close to all amenities"
Canada
moyra lee
The price is P7,150
P7,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen
The price is P7,767
P8,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room had a nice view clean spacious and the people at the desk were very accommodating. "
Australia
Janice
The price is P10,003
P11,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (845)
"Clean, close to everything "
Australia
Kylie
The price is P5,928
P6,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Fantastic stay , great staff"
Australia
Taymour
The price is P7,044
P7,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hilton Cairns
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 1.8 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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 P6,059
P6,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Tropic Towers Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (809)
"The breakfast was good and staff were great."
Australia
Cameron Steven
The price is P6,974
P7,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Balcony view
Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (965)
"Friendly staff, centrally located "
United States
Daniel
The price is P6,278
P6,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Heritage Cairns
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location and a great hotel "
United States
Gustavo
The price is P7,263
P7,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
View from property
BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (763)
"Great location "
Australia
Alix
The price is P7,559
P7,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
BreakFree Royal Harbour
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful with activities and polite."
United States
Tony
The price is P7,400
P8,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Pullman Cairns International
Outdoor spa tub
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"awesome location great service "
Canada
Mary ann
The price is P5,021
P5,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi
The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (493)
"Great location and proximity to attractions, stores and restaurants"
United States
Hazel
The price is P6,942
P7,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Benson Hotel
Property entrance
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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 P6,720
P7,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Cairns City Palms
Front of property
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Manunda, 1.9 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (168)
"My second time here and as always it was a nice stay. Very safe quiet and relaxing stay. The shared facilities is clean and the other campers are respectful. Close to the central business district, so plenty to do."
Australia
Hai
The price is P2,663
P2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Very friendly staff, super helpful when we opted to extend our stay and arrive early"
United Kingdom
Bradley
The price is P6,692
P7,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (999)
"Clean room, all amenities, friendly staff"
Australia
Jyotika
The price is P6,551
P6,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Mantra Esplanade
Front of property - evening/night
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Weren't enough mirrors found shower erea wasn't spacious, overall we had an enjoyable stay we would highly recommend to everyone that the price and location is affordable and also ideally within walking distance in the cbd area of Cairns."
Australia
Vikki
The price is P6,601
P7,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
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Top Center of Contemporary Arts Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent
"Good view, lovely swimming pools, pool open from 6am to 9pm. Was great to sit on loungers at end of day with a drink. Comfortable bed, mini bar fridge, clean rooms. Friendly helpful staff"
Wendy 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Crystalbrook Riley

Hotels near other Center of Contemporary Arts attractions

Cairns Night Markets

3.9/5 (1,881 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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Jute Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Jute Theatre on your trip to 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 Center of Contemporary Arts?
Center of Contemporary Arts 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 319 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Center of Contemporary Arts?
Adjacent to Center of Contemporary Arts, Crystalbrook Riley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Hilton Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.
How many hotels will I find near Center of Contemporary Arts?
Expedia has 319 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Center of Contemporary Arts.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Center of Contemporary Arts, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Center of Contemporary Arts.
What can I see and do near Center of Contemporary Arts?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Cairns Historical Society Museum and The Cairns Museum. You can check out the local talent at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Tanks Arts Centre, and Jute Theatre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
How can I get to Center of Contemporary Arts?
With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Center of Contemporary Arts is a breeze. If you're taking a train into town, Cairns Station is the closest stop to Cairns Central Business District. You can explore your options for water transportation at the marina.