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Our top choices for Cairns Central Business District hotels

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The Abbott is located close to everything. Our room was spotless. The staff was amazing. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is RM645
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"
Australia
jodie
The price is RM679
RM747 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved our stay!! Close to shopping, food and marina."
United States
kristen
The price is RM843
RM843 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Mantra Esplanade

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Cairns. My favorite, i would definitely stay again"
Australia
KYLIE
The price is RM756
RM832 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Crystalbrook Flynn

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location"
Australia
Ricardo
The price is RM807
RM888 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Coral Tree Inn

Coral Tree Inn
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room Lovely pool Great staff"
United Kingdom
Alison
The price is RM459
RM505 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Coral Tree Inn

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (403 reviews)
"Very convenient . Loved the rooftop restaurant ."
United States
Bernadette
The price is RM523
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Oaks Cairns Hotel

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff friendly and helpful, great location, clean and tidy, secure parking, quiet and would stay again. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is RM406
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Heritage Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and accommodating."
United States
Janelle
The price is RM368
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Fabulous location near tours, boardwalk, restaurants, and more! Hotel staff was super friendly and helpful. I’d happily stay here again and highly recommend"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is RM718
RM790 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
" Easy access to the town centre and lots of restaurants "
United States
Shakuntla
The price is RM726
RM799 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Pullman Cairns International

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and staff was amazing!!"
United States
Amanda
The price is RM795
RM874 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hilton Cairns

Mercure Cairns

Mercure Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (101 reviews)
"Good location for the price"
United States
Heather
The price is RM620
RM682 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Mercure Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Superb room. Great location overlooking a beautiful swimming pool and the esplanade and the sea. Close to restaurants and the bayside walk."
Australia
Chitra
The price is RM961
RM1,057 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Crystalbrook Riley

Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the elevators and lovely staff"
Australia
Erica
The price is RM323
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hides Hotel Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"AC smelt clean, rooms high standard of cleanliness, close to great food outlets , easy parking, staff very professional and friendly. Highly recommend staying here."
Australia
Angela
The price is RM579
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (899 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Christine
The price is RM636
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Outstanding stay! "
Canada
Don
The price is RM769
RM846 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (546 reviews)
"Great rooms and location, staff were helpful. Breakfast was good."
Australia
Paul
The price is RM613
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Benson Hotel

Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (545 reviews)
"Staff courteous, room clean. Good location."
Australia
Donna
The price is RM429
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Comfort Inn Cairns City
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Compare popular hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
City view from property
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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Outdoor pool
Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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View from room
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Balcony
Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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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

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns North Beach might round out your trip.

Yorkeys Knob

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

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.

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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 our traveller data, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay in Cairns Central Business District. This hotel is steps from Reef Fleet Terminal, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hilton Cairns and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns.
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 205 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 Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, The Cultural Place and Cairns Museum 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, Reef Fleet Terminal and Reef Teach 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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