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Popular hotels near Cairns Airport

Discover well-known properties in Cairns Airport that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,886 hotels in Cairns Airport and price data was last updated on 18 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns Airport is C$ 158/night.
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163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and bars Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 3 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, self parking, and free use of bicycles are onsite. Crystalbrook Bailey offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1490 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
C$ 196
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Central hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Cairns An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Cairns Sheridan Hotel offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1032 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre
C$ 134
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel with free parking, steps from Cairns Esplanade Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Cairns Plaza Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
1896 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
C$ 191
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Family-friendly Cairns hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Reef Fleet Terminal This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 255 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
3134 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
C$ 256
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Experience a sense of luxury at Hilton Cairns located on the Cairns Esplanade. Boasting an ideal waterfront location, this property is located less than three hundred meters from the Reef Departure Terminal and less than one kilometre from the Cairns Convention Centre. Hilton Cairns offers stylish rooms all with their own private balcony overlooking mountains, rainforests, Trinity Inlet, and the vibrant city of Cairns. Features at the property include a spa pool and an outdoor lagoon-style pool where guests can relax and soak up the beautiful weather that Tropical North Queensland has to offer. Guests can enjoy the pool bar and make use of ample soft seating deck chairs and umbrellas around the pool. Following a busy day of sightseeing, relax in our hotel's lobby bar Gin Social or enjoy the convenience of our restaurant with water views. Signature Restaurant offers diners a relaxed dining experience with local produce and international inspirations. For those looking for the comfort and flexibility of in-room dining, the hotel has an extensive Room Service Menu as well as a Grab and Go outlet for all your essential minibar items.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2385 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
C$ 271
43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located on the Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour, Pacific Hotel Cairns offers stunning views from private balconies and easy access to the nearby Reef Fleet Terminal, shopping precinct and Esplanade Lagoon. Our modern rooms offer comfortable and spacious accommodation for all travellers. Take your stay in Cairns to the next level with our new, luxurious Tropical Luxe Room Collection. Presenting chic rooms with tropical tones to elevate your stay in paradise!Renowned as one of the best Superior Accommodation options in Queensland, guest comforts include a lounge for early arrivals or late departures, 24-hour reception, an outdoor swimming pool and onsite parking (charges apply, subject to availability). Wake up in paradise with a tropical buffet breakfast served daily and dont miss out on experiencing the iconic Bushfire Flame Grill Restaurant for a three-course Churrasco experience.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2426 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
C$ 192
7-11 Chester Court, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Suburban hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a conference center and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Palm Royale Cairns offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
3148 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
C$ 97
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk Along with 3 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
2682 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
C$ 160
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a quick walk to Cairns Base Hospital Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Change of towels is available on request. Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Cairns hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
2267 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 151
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Enjoy unique Cairns accommodation in Tropical North Queensland. Enjoy a relaxing treatment in Vie Spa or dine on the best local seafood & award winning pastry delicacies in Coco's Kitchen + Bar. Located in the heart of Cairns CBD & close to the departure point for daily trips to the Great Barrier Reef & other natural attractions. With 16 floors of spacious hotel rooms, this hotel means business, with 2700 sqm of state of the art meeting, conference & event facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1854 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
C$ 260

Travel insights for hotels near Cairns Airport

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel near Cairns Airport including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel near Cairns Airport?

The cheapest month to book a hotel near Cairns Airport is February (C$ 146). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay near Cairns Airport is July (C$ 383).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel near Cairns Airport?

The cheapest day to stay near Cairns Airport is Sunday (C$ 123). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 285.

Top-rated hotels near Cairns Airport

Browse through properties in Cairns Airport that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,886 properties in Cairns Airport and data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay near Cairns Airport (CNS). Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 271
Avg. per night
107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 377
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 188
Avg. per night
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 170
Avg. per night
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 153
Avg. per night
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 123
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 202
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels near Cairns Airport, Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns Airport that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns Airport can be found for as low as C$ 32 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns Airport that can be booked for this price. Caravella Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns Airport. Price data was last updated on 18 August 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available near Cairns Airport (CNS) for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 32
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 34
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 36
Avg. per night
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 36
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 41
Avg. per night
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 45
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 53
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Cairns Airport

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cairns Airport to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cairns Airport at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the Cairns Airport (CNS). We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 256
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 271
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 260
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 212
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 196
3 stars
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 191
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 116
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 111
167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 88
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 53
2 stars and under
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 41
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 36
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 36
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 45
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
C$ 32

Other accommodations in Cairns Airport

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Cairns Airport. There are 1,886 hotels in Cairns Airport and price data was last updated on 18 August 2025. The average price for a stay in Cairns Airport is C$ 158/night.
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 138
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
25.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 167
Avg. per night
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 36
Avg. per night
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 45
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 41
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Cairns Airport

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairns Airport to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
Use the map to find hotels near Cairns Airport (CNS) or properties that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. More information on a given hotel can be accessed by clicking the hotel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Cairns Airport

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns Airport to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 18 August 2025.
  • What are the best hotels near Cairns Airport?

    Crystalbrook Bailey is a very popular hotel near Cairns Airport, with a score of 8.8 from 1,490 reviews. The Benson Hotel (8.2 from 1,068 reviews) and Cairns Colonial Club Resort (8.1 from 3,064 reviews) are also highly rated Cairns Airport hotels, based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Cairns Esplanade?

    The Jack Backpackers is a good hotel close to Cairns Esplanade - it has scored 7.2 over 1,304 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Cairns Airport near Cairns Central Shopping Centre?

    Crystalbrook Bailey is a hotel near Cairns Central Shopping Centre that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.8 from 1,490 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Cairns Convention Centre?

    If you’re visiting Cairns Convention Centre then the nearby Crystalbrook Bailey is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (1,490 reviews scoring it at an average 8.8/10).

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Cairns Airport?

    The top three landmarks in Cairns Airport are:
    • Cairns Esplanade, which you can visit while staying in Cairns
    • Cairns Central Shopping Centre, which you can visit while staying in Cairns
    • Cairns Convention Centre, which you can visit while staying in Cairns

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