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Our top choices for Muddy's Playground 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, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground
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
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, < 0.1 km from Muddy's Playground
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, < 0.1 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Front of property - evening/night
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground
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
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, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 1.6 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Balcony view
Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Muddy's Playground
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, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Outdoor spa tub
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground
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
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, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Property entrance
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 0.8 km from Muddy's Playground
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
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, 1 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Front of property
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Manunda, 1.8 km from Muddy's Playground
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, 0.2 km from Muddy's Playground
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
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (615)
"The room was clean, cool and quiet and the bed was comfortable. I would happily stay there again."
Australia
Annette
The price is P5,776
P6,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Alivio Hotel Cairns
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Muddy's Playground
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
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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Top Muddy's Playground 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 Muddy's Playground attractions

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5 (3,515 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

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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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 359 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, 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 choices close by include Hilton Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Muddy's Playground?
Expedia has 359 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'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, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, or Cairns Botanic Gardens.
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.