A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

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Tonight
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Tomorrow
Aug 26 - Aug 27
This weekend
Aug 28 - Aug 30
Next weekend
Sep 4 - Sep 6

Our top choices for Tropical North Waterfront cheap hotels

1. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
United States
John
P9,486
P10,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Pacific Hotel Cairns

2. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Lynette
P6,458
P7,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

3. Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Linda
P6,190
P6,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hides Hotel Cairns

4. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Owais
P10,600
P11,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hilton Cairns

5. Park Regis City Quays

Park Regis City Quays
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Alan
P8,005
P8,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Park Regis City Quays

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Canada
Vanessa
P9,648
P10,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

7. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Genaviv
P10,299
P11,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Pullman Cairns International

8. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Ryoichi
P4,272
P4,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
YHA Cairns Central

9. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Jennifer Ann
P4,290
P4,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Espy Hostel

10. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
P12,544
P13,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Top Tropical North Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Efficient check-in but apparently need to request carpark access when making reservation as car spaces are limited. However, recommend on-street parking around the corner in The Esplanade. Even better you can use the Parking App to create a parking session from your room in the morning!! Recommend the Superior Corner rooms for space and the magnificent 270 deg views. Staff and house keeping were excellent. If you do not need the overly hot doona ask for a light blanket. Didn’t use the restaurant for dinner or breakfast as so close to alternative venues."
Philip 5-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location, easy walking distance to every where you need to be. Staff were really helpful and polite, easy parking outside the door off street, lovely clean comfortable king bed, really good for the price,"
cheryl 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

8/10 Good
"Whilst I loved the Mantra itself the room we stayed in could do better..... 527 overlooking part of the Esplanade.... Great view that was great to people watch and very close to everything so you could walk everywhere and not need a car. I guess the room felt tired....TV was an issue but the repair guy fixed it thank you. Lamps whilst nice were very difficult to read with as it wasn't a lamp with a shade so it lit the whole room up and gave odd angles to reading....anyway thats just me though.... I just felt it could be so much better with little touches but that's my personal opinion.... Lovely staff pool was great but too cold for now gym was ok no free weights. Access behind leads you too woolworths which was great 👍 Bed was very comfortable though as was the pillows... Love to have a little lounge to sit on but again just my opinion....."
Rachael 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mantra Esplanade
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing views from our Horizon Club Room. Room was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Breakfast and snacks in the club room were lovely. Unfortunately we were very sick while we were there and spent a lot of time in our room but what a place to feel ill, views from the bed cheered us up and the lady servicing the room was very helpful and provided us with extra water every day."
Wendy Ann 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Love Lovely stay"
MARIA 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"This was great hotel, in a fantastic location. We had a balcony room at the front of the building and it had a great view. My only criticism is that breakfast finishes very early for a hotel that is in a holiday location but we did find plenty of options around the city. Over all great hotel in a good location with friendly and helpful staff."
Dennis 13-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy

8/10 Good
"It was close to ocean and great restaurants"
Alison 5-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Mantra Trilogy
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent
"So central and convenient place to stay. The pool deck was amazing, the staff are great as well. Loved my stay and would book again."
Genaviv 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Pullman Cairns International

Frequently asked questions

What is Tropical North Waterfront like for travelers on a budget?
Tropical North Waterfront offers cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Reef Hotel Casino, Cairns Night Markets, and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Tropical North Waterfront?
Based on our traveler reviews, YHA Cairns Central is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices for your budget-friendly stay include Little Drifter Cairns and Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort.
How many inexpensive hotels should I expect to find in Tropical North Waterfront?
Expedia has 9 hotels in Tropical North Waterfront that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Tropical North Waterfront?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually December and January 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 Tropical North Waterfront are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tropical North Waterfront?
You won't need to spend a lot to get to know Tropical North Waterfront. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost very little. Take in the local culture at Cairns Museum and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
How can I get to Tropical North Waterfront and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Tropical North Waterfront is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), situated 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away. Tropical North Waterfront might not have many public transit choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.

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