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Our top choices for Center of Contemporary Arts hotels

Front of property – evening/night
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Exterior
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Excellent location; close to all amenities"
Canada
moyra lee
The price is RM498
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Crystalbrook Flynn
Balcony
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Balcony
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.8 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (808)
"The breakfast was good and staff were great."
Australia
Cameron Steven
The price is RM485
RM534 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (965)
"Friendly staff, centrally located "
United States
Daniel
The price is RM482
RM530 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Heritage Cairns
View from room
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This was a beautiful hotel. It was close to shopping, food and tour pick-ups. I would definitely recommend this hotel !"
United States
SUSAN
The price is RM508
RM559 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
View from property
BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Land view from property
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"awesome location great service "
Canada
Mary ann
The price is RM315
RM346 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served
The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Property entrance
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (502)
"Staff were very nice and gave room service daily. The pool was a nice option also."
Canada
Noel
The price is RM322
RM354 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Cairns City Palms
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
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
Front of property – evening/night
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Weren't enough mirrors found shower erea wasn't spacious, overall we had an enjoyable stay we would highly recommend to everyone that the price and location is affordable and also ideally within walking distance in the cbd area of Cairns."
Australia
Vikki
The price is RM454
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Park Regis City Quays

Park Regis City Quays

Park Regis City Quays
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Center of Contemporary Arts
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Large clean and well appointed suite. Great location; very helpful staff."
United States
Joe
The price is RM367
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Park Regis City Quays
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Top Center of Contemporary Arts Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and neat. The staff were courteous. The nights were restful and peaceful. Thank you. "
Ken 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Hotels near other Center of Contemporary Arts attractions

Cairns Night Markets

3.9/5 (1,881 reviews)
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
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Jute Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Jute Theatre on your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Center of Contemporary Arts?
Center of Contemporary Arts 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, take a look at the 319 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Center of Contemporary Arts?
Adjacent to Center of Contemporary Arts, Crystalbrook Riley is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Hilton Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Center of Contemporary Arts?
Expedia has 319 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Center of Contemporary Arts.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Center of Contemporary Arts, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Center of Contemporary Arts.
What can I see and do near Center of Contemporary Arts?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Cairns Historical Society Museum and The Cairns Museum. You can check out the local talent at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Tanks Arts Centre and Jute Theatre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
How can I get to Center of Contemporary Arts?
With so many transport options, exploring the area around Center of Contemporary Arts is simple. If you're taking a train into town, Cairns Station is the closest stop to Cairns Central Business District. You can explore your options for water transport at the marina.