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Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"This was a great location and walkable to the harbor, night market and train station. Communication with the owner was great!"
United States
Sara
The price is RM375
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (954)
"Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff"
Australia
Lauren
The price is RM448
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Bailey

City Terraces Cairns

City Terraces Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (128)
"Close to ev"
Australia
Jaymie
The price is RM632
RM695 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
City Terraces Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is RM748
RM823 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Coral Tree Inn

Coral Tree Inn
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Very nice friendly staff! Enjoyed my stay !!"
United States
Shankar
The price is RM381
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Coral Tree Inn

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Beautiful hotel! Centrally located, is a pickup point for many tours as well. Breakfast is amazing and rooms are lovely. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Amy Lynn
The price is RM468
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Exactly what we were looking for , great location and clean. "
Canada
Mike
The price is RM441
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (763)
"Great location "
Australia
Alix
The price is RM555
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
BreakFree Royal Harbour

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (355)
"All of it. Great staff. Clean. Great location. Roof top bar is a must. "
Australia
Soraya
The price is RM490
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (605)
"Staff were very accommodating, great value, great location, room was perfect for our needs. "
Canada
Glenda
The price is RM691
RM691 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Cascade Gardens

A1 Inn the City

A1 Inn the City
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (160)
"Lots of space. Great location"
Australia
Katherine
A1 Inn the City

Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (130)
"Will def stay there again "
Australia
Michael
The price is RM333
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Escape On Lake

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful with activities and polite."
United States
Tony
The price is RM530
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Pullman Cairns International

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Fantastic stay , great staff"
Australia
Taymour
The price is RM490
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Cairns

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Loved my stay! Everyone I met were so friendly and helpful!"
United States
Douglas
The price is RM610
RM672 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999)
"Great location and very spacious and well equipped rooms. "
Canada
Don
The price is RM456
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Mantra Esplanade

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Mohmmadaftabhusen Altafhusen
The price is RM519
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Riley

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (845)
"Clean, close to everything "
Australia
Kylie
The price is RM413
RM454 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
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 RM687
RM756 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Cairns Plaza Hotel

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (492)
"Great location and proximity to attractions, stores and restaurants"
United States
Hazel
The price is RM450
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
The Benson Hotel
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Where to stay in Cairns Central Business District

Find the best Cairns Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

Trinity Beach

Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

Cairns North

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cairns Central Business District like?
Cairns Central Business District is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its coral reefs and major shopping area. Are you looking for Cairns Central Business District travel tips? Make sure that you visit Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Cairns Central Business District?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Pullman Reef Hotel Casino is the highest ranked property in Cairns Central Business District. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade, and it offers a casino and 4 restaurants. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Crystalbrook Bailey and Cairns Plaza Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Cairns Central Business District?
If you're searching for places to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 192 Cairns Central Business District hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns Central Business District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Cairns Central Business District.
What are the top things to see and do in Cairns Central Business District?
Cairns Central Business District's sights and attractions like Jute Theatre, Center of Contemporary Arts and JUTE Theatre Company offer insight into the local culture. Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Michaelmas Cay, Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Regional Gallery are just a few of the places to visit in and around Cairns Central Business District. When you're sightseeing in Tropical North Waterfront, Kick Contemporary Arts and Reef Fleet Terminal are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Cairns Central Business District and the greater Tropical North Waterfront area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Cairns Station. You can enquire about options for water travel at the marina.

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