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Our top choices for Cairns family-friendly hotels

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

Kids splash at the outdoor pool while parents soak up ocean views on the terrace, just minutes from Cairns Esplanade.

S$177

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

2. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

S$241

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A dining table with plates of food, drinks, and a green vase with a plant.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and distant land.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

3. Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District

S$330

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a TV, and a view of a marina.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Splash into family fun at this waterfront hotel with both adult and kids' pools just steps from the marina.

S$287

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk with a chair, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

5. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

Relax and splash with the kids at this family paradise, just moments from Muddy's Playground and equipped with a sparkling outdoor pool.

S$159

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large chessboard set up outdoors with lounge chairs and umbrellas in the background.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a calm body of water, a dock, and distant mountains.

6. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Seaside family escapes await at this Cairns hotel with an outdoor pool, kids' amenities, and wildlife adventures steps away.

S$272

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a view of the sea, palm trees, and mountains.

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains at night.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$213

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

Two hands holding champagne glasses against a scenic backdrop of a lake and mountains.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

8. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

Tranquil family sanctuary with a rooftop pool, wildlife adventures just steps away, and luxurious rooms for the ultimate holiday together.

S$307

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Cairns

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

S$177

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District

S$330

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$287

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

S$159

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$272

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$213

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, and a glass coffee table.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a parking area in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a parking lot and buildings outside.

Park Regis City Quays

Cairns Central Business District

S$181

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

S$307

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$158

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

S$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Cairns

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North

S$177

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District

S$330

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$272

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$287

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North

S$159

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$213

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

S$307

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, grey sofas, and a glass coffee table.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a parking area in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a parking lot and buildings outside.

Park Regis City Quays

Cairns Central Business District

S$181

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

S$158

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda

S$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Excellent location, very close to many restaurants, night market, esplanade, etc. Decent hotel, friendly staff"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at the Plaza Hotel in Cairns! The location was fantastic — Muddies was right across the street and had really good food, and we were within easy walking distance of just about everything. We had a beautiful water view from our balcony, and one of our favorite surprises was being able to watch the flying foxes come in every evening — there were thousands of them! It was such a unique experience and something we looked forward to each night. The building also has a very nice laundry room, which was extremely convenient for travelers. The pier where you catch the boats to the Outer Reef is about a 15-minute walk away, making it easy to get out for reef excursions. Overall, we loved the location, the views, the convenience, and the little extras that made our stay special. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Cairns!"

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Very central and room was of a high standard and well maintained"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great for families! Wish the pool bar was open dueing our visit!"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Disappointed"

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and clean and facilities were worth the money"

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and close to restaurants and attractions."

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

8/10 Good

"The property was clean and tidy and our room was a good size. The facilities were quite old fashioned and the pool and gym area were small and dingy"

Frequently asked questions

What's Cairns like for family-friendly holidays?

The welcoming destination of Cairns is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The rafting, swimming spots and walking trails are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Take to the air and fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Cairns?

Cairns Harbourside Hotel is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the children include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Cairns?

Expedia has 24 hotels in Cairns that are great for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Cairns?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 281 mm of rainfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Cairns?

While you and your family are staying in Cairns, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina.

What's the best way for us to get around Cairns?

If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station or Redlynch Station. Cairns might not have very many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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