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

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

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.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

Warren

₩225,458

₩248,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

₩248,962

₩273,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Michaela

₩167,058

₩183,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

4. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

Catherine

₩193,250

₩212,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

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.

5. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

Taylor

₩236,477

₩260,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

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.

6. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

steven

₩150,285

₩165,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

7. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Ryan

₩195,786

₩215,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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.

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

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

Suzanne

₩202,573

₩222,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with striped chairs, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the mountains.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

9. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

Edmund

₩256,395

₩256,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

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.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

James

₩180,112

₩198,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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.

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

Paul

₩186,699

₩205,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 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.

12. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Janice

₩188,419

₩207,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

13. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Cairns North

Gurwinder

₩158,667

₩174,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

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

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

14. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Theodore

₩148,751

₩163,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A reception area with a surfboard, reception desk, and a view of a pool and building.

A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, and a chalkboard menu.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the sea, featuring wicker furniture and hanging lights.

15. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Brian

₩321,659

₩321,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

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.

16. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

David

₩223,500

₩245,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

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

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Terri

₩191,550

₩210,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

A well-maintained garden with a small pond, palm trees, and a variety of tropical plants.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

18. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

Anu

₩134,970

₩148,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A waterfall cascading over rocks into a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A garden with a small waterfall, potted plants, and a pool.

Two people sitting on rocks by a clear water body, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall.

19. Palm Royale Cairns

Manunda

Ron

₩160,194

₩176,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story building with a white facade.

A restaurant with round glass tables, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, furnished with white lounge chairs and a small table.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by white railings and greenery.

20. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

Gerard

₩121,755

₩133,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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Vacation Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Aparthotel

A wooden pathway leading to a gazebo surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are three black bar stools and a decorative owl painting on the wall.

An aerial view of a beach with palm trees and a sandy shore.

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach

"Very spacious and quiet accommodation right on beachfront"

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A hot tub surrounded by tropical plants, a table with chairs, and umbrellas.

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"

Aparthotel

A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.

A person walking in a covered outdoor area with a view of the ocean and trees.

A spacious hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A resort with multiple buildings, outdoor pools, and palm trees.

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and informative, beach view was priceless, balcony & views from it were superb."

Aparthotel

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a wicker sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a stone facade.

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a small island in the distance.

A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by tropical vegetation.

The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove

"Great location near the Esplanade."

Aparthotel

A clear blue pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A two-story building with a covered porch, a fenced garden area, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Woree

"We loved the holiday family activities!! Thanks for a great stay! Waterslides were a hit!"

Aparthotel

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with two white chairs, a kettle, and a coffee maker.

A living room with a TV, seating, and a balcony.

Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

"Nice accommodation"

Aparthotel

A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with a sink. There are two white chairs with woven placemats.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with star-shaped objects, a TV on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

Trinity Collective

Trinity Beach

"Beautiful property, very clean and well maintained."

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a black countertop, white marble backsplash, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

A balcony with a glass table, two chairs, and a white lantern.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"

Aparthotel

A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."

Aparthotel

A modern building with a curved roof and a sign that reads "CAIRNS CONVENTION CENTER."

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area with chairs.

A poolside area with a flower bed and chairs.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and wine glasses.

Mid City Luxury Suites

Cairns Central Business District

"Very happy with this accommodation & will stay next time we come to cairns 😎😎😎"

Aparthotel

A beach with palm trees and the sun setting over the water.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a sunset.

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach

"Communication with the apartment managers was excellent. Very attentive and informative. Reception had a very good choice of information available for all trips in the area. Apartment had everything you needed for your stay. Great location, great service and quiet area. Plenty of local eating places and close to Cairns for all those reef trips"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a chair, a view of the beach, and a pool area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"This was a very clean, well kept and well located apartment for a short stay!"

Aparthotel

A pool with a clear view of the sea, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a white structure.

A beach view with trees and a parking lot.

A balcony with a clear view of the sea and beach, surrounded by greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, artwork, and a view of the ocean.

Bellevue At Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

"The 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment was clean, well appointed and well located. Very spacious unit with everything you would need and beautiful ocean views from the large deck."

Apartment

A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A white building with a dome and arched windows, surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating areas.

A beachside dining setup with tables and chairs, string lights, and palm trees.

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove

"Very spacious and comfortable accommodation in an excellent location just a short stroll to the beach and a whole host of great places to eat or just grab a coffee. The walls are a little thin but luckily we had nice quiet neighbours and overall we really enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable and the pool looked lovely though we didn’t go in. Outdoor kitchen was really useful."

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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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Palm Cove Beach

9.0/10 (4,218 reviews)

Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

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A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.

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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A train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its 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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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Cairns Convention 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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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and distant mountains under a blue sky.

Yorkeys Knob Beach

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Yorkeys Knob Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cairns.

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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 clear turquoise sea with a sailboat in the distance and buoys on the shore.

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Lovely clean spacious room, however very noisy. Lots of traffic noise and banging of doors."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"very clean rooms. really liked it."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Hotel was a great location, pool and breakfast. Air-conditioned was poor on some nights. Not sure if I could stay there in summer."

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice rooms. Guests lounge with coffee/tea making. Very helpful staff. Will store luggage. Have great photographic art of a local photographer that I know."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good

"great breakfast 😋. depends what deals you get.."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very convenient to the Esplanade and the Green Island ferry."

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

8/10 Good

"Generally pretty good only real problem was the wifi which was terrible and constantly cut out."

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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

4. Pullman Cairns International

5. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

6. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

7. Cairns Plaza Hotel

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

9. Mantra Esplanade

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

13. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

14. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

15. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

16. Hilton Cairns

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

18. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

19. Palm Royale Cairns

20. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Vacation Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Coral Sands Resort

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

The Reef Retreat

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Beach Resort

Trinity Collective

On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Mid City Luxury Suites

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Bellevue At Trinity Beach

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Stay near popular Cairns and Barrier Reef attractions

Cairns Esplanade

Palm Cove Beach

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Convention Centre

Yorkeys Knob Beach

Cairns Night Markets

Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef

Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Mantra Esplanade

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

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