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

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

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

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

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 modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

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

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.

2. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

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

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

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

3. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, < 0.1 km from Muddy's Playground

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 staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

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.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

5. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

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

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

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

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

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.

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.

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.

7. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Micheala

P10,849

P11,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

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

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

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.

9. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Catherine

P9,892

P10,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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.

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Jean

P11,276

P12,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground

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

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 hotel with multiple balconies, a prominent wedding venue, and a clear blue sky.

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.3 km from Muddy's Playground

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

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

13. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

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.

A boat named 'Prawn Star' docked at a marina with a sign advertising 'Fresh Seafood' and 'Prawns & Seafood Off the Trawler'.

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

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, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

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 balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

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, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

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 woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

16. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda, 2.7 km from Muddy's Playground

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

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

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

17. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 0.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Hannah

P5,988

P6,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

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

18. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

Jim

P8,781

P9,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

19. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 1.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Elizabeth

P4,995

P6,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern bar area with a long counter and several stools, a reception desk in the background, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground

Douglas

P7,359

P8,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

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 Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

The Oceanfront Cairns

8/10 Good

"Well, what can you say, you pay for what you get, it's a good hotel, the staff are lovely, unfortun1tely, the room is not what on the advertised photos, we have been here for four days and never had our room done, towels replaced etc, the room door doesn't have a chain or extra security on it, also they are a little run down, if you on a budget it's a good place to stay, bed is very comfortable, I would probably stay here again."

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"

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 Muddy's Playground

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 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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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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St Monica's Cathedral

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Monica's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in 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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Cairns Mudflats

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cairns Mudflats during your travels in Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Performing Arts Centre during your stay 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Muddy's Playground?

Muddy's Playground 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 399 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Muddy's Playground?

Adjacent to Muddy's Playground, Cairns Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Pacific Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Muddy's Playground?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Muddy's Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Muddy's Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your 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 your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Muddy's Playground.

What can I see and do near Muddy's Playground?

You can catch a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, or Cairns Botanic Gardens. Create some family memories at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and Reef Teach while you're exploring the area around Muddy's Playground.

How can I get to Muddy's Playground?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. There may not be many public transportation choices near Muddy's Playground so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Muddy's Playground 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. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

9. Pullman Cairns International

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

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. The Benson Hotel

19. Cairns Holiday Park

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

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Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

The Oceanfront Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Queens Court

Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

St Monica's Cathedral

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Cairns Mudflats

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Michaelmas Cay

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