The Best Hotels Closest to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon in Cairns for 2026

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

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

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

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Glenn

₩227,996

₩250,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Taylor

₩239,138

₩263,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

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

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.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

carlos

₩214,279

₩235,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

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

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

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Alok

₩168,476

₩185,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Jeromy

₩254,352

₩279,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

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

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

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

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Stephen

₩205,656

₩205,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

steven

₩158,888

₩174,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a stainless steel sink.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.

A rooftop pool with clear water, surrounded by plants and rocks, and a gazebo.

8. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

JEFFREY

₩199,183

₩219,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

9. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Jean

₩227,027

₩249,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

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

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

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Suzanne

₩207,416

₩228,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Paul

₩189,391

₩208,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

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.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a view of mountains through large windows.

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Michelle

₩384,850

₩423,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

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.

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.

13. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Micheala

₩226,041

₩248,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

14. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Catherine

₩195,425

₩214,967 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 hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

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

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

15. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Michaela

₩187,343

₩206,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

An aerial view of a coral reef with clear blue waters and a distant shoreline.

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

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

16. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 1.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Hannah

₩128,672

₩141,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Giannina

₩241,593

₩241,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

James

₩182,139

₩200,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 2.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Theodore

₩150,426

₩165,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

20. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Jim

₩188,690

₩207,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns	9.0 Wonderful 1,029 reviews	View

Top Cairns Esplanade Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good

"Useful hotel to stay not far from airpprt and walkable to town. Appreciated dedicated parking. Not much character but room very spacious. Shower old but nice hot water. Breakfast expensive at 30 Dollars each so didnt get to try it"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent

"Overall great place to stay"

Oaks Cairns Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"No negative views"

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"We were not aware that are view from the room would be so terrible. Other than that, the hotel was convenient and worked well for us."

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic amenities, and great location"

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent

"Superb hotel. Reasonably priced. Very accommodating staff. Great rooms and awesome location!"

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent

"Good hotel in a great location, quite big but had a personal touch as the staff were very helpful. Although we were on a floor that had not been refurbished, the room was clean, large and had everything we needed, would recommend staying here."

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."

Other attractions near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

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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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 marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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Cairns Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Museum 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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Cairns Regional Gallery

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Regional Gallery 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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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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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels 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 Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon 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 313 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

Adjacent to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

Expedia has 313 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. You can wander around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Reef Teach, Cairns Performing Arts Centre, and Cairns Botanic Gardens.

How can I get to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is easy. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. You can learn about water transportation options at the local marina.

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Our top choices for Cairns Esplanade Lagoon hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

9. Reef Gateway Apartments

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

13. Hilton Cairns

14. Pullman Cairns International

15. Pacific Hotel Cairns

16. Cairns City Palms

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

20. The Benson Hotel

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Top Cairns Esplanade Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

Oaks Cairns Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Crystalbrook Flynn

Pullman Cairns International

The Oceanfront Cairns

Other attractions near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Museum

Michaelmas Cay

Cairns Regional Gallery

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Reef Hotel Casino

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