Best Where to Stay in Cairns (2026)
From the everyday to the indulgent, here are 125 of the best where to stay in Cairns. Each pick is scored on reputation, popularity and how current our information is, so you can choose somewhere brilliant without the guesswork. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, price or features.
Where you stay shapes the trip. Cairns's options run from central hotels within walking distance of the action to quieter neighbourhood stays and serviced apartments. Book early for peak periods and major events.
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125 spots
South Pacific BnB Clifton Beach, Cairns Queensland
South Pacific BnB Clifton Beach, Cairns Queensland is a place to stay in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 56 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Oasis at Palm Cove
Resort offering modern apartments and tropical gardens, plus a tennis court and a lagoon-style pool.
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park is a place to stay in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 944 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Golden Sands Beachfront Resort
Golden Sands Beachfront Resort is a place to stay in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 92 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Coral Tree Inn
Colourful rooms & suites with balconies in a casual hotel featuring an outdoor pool & a lounge.
Mantra Amphora Palm Cove
Casual hotel offering an Italian bar/restaurant & an outdoor pool, plus ocean views.
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments is a place to stay in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 114 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Coral Sands Beachfront Resort
Relaxed apartments with kitchens and free Wi-Fi, plus a lagoon-style pool and a tropical garden.
Coral Beach Lodge
Coral Beach Lodge is a place to stay in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 271 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Trinity Collective
Trinity Collective is a place to stay in Trinity Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Marlin Cove Resort
Marlin Cove Resort is a place to stay in Trinity Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 134 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Wanna Stay Hostel
Wanna Stay Hostel is a place to stay in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 107 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Oaks Cairns Hotel
Casual, contemporary rooms in a polished hotel offering a hip rooftop restaurant/bar with sea views.
Villa Beach Palm Cove
Villa Beach Palm Cove is a place to stay in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 40 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Unfussy units, free Wi-Fi & an outdoor pool in a down-to-earth apartment hotel near the beach.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Bright quarters, some with sea views, in a casual hotel offering 2 outdoor pools, tennis & dining.
Palm Royale Cairns
Informal hotel featuring tropical gardens, 2 outdoor pools & a hot tub, plus free parking & Wi-Fi.
Tree Tops Lodge Cairns
Tree Tops Lodge Cairns is a place to stay in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 69 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
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Read guide →Where to Stay in Cairns — FAQs
What are the best where to stay in Cairns?+
Our top-rated where to stay in Cairns are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Cairns where to stay ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter where to stay by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many where to stay are listed in Cairns?+
We currently feature 125 where to stay across Cairns and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.