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5 Oct - 6 Oct
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6 Oct - 7 Oct
This weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Cairns luxury hotels

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.
An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.
A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

1. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
  • Elegant marina-side luxury offers ocean views, poolside cocktails, and concierge services near reef terminal.
S$261
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
Breakfast meal
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.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
S$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.
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.
A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

3. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
  • Indulge in waterfront luxury steps from the reef terminal with poolside bliss and panoramic views.
S$234
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hilton Cairns
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

4. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
  • Indulge in waterfront luxury at this Cairns hotel, featuring a refreshing outdoor pool, restaurant, and bar just steps from the esplanade.
S$153
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.
A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

5. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
  • Indulge in ocean-view luxury at this Cairns spa retreat, where deep tissue massages and poolside relaxation await steps from the esplanade.
S$236
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Flynn
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.
An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.
A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.
A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

6. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
  • Luxuriate in the heart of Cairns with an outdoor pool, 3 upscale restaurants, and complimentary bicycles just steps from the Esplanade.
S$196
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey
Pool
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

7. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
  • Waterfront luxury awaits at this Cairns resort offering an outdoor oasis, swim-up bar, and upscale dining mere steps from the esplanade.
S$212
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.
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.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and distant land.

8. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
  • Soak in pure indulgence at this Cairns luxury hotel with a full-service spa, ocean-view dining, and a stunning outdoor pool.
S$300
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Riley
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

9. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
S$166
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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 woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

10. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Manunda
S$141
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"Lovely clean spacious room, however very noisy. Lots of traffic noise and banging of doors."
karen 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Location is close to reef terminal and restaurants. Room.was large , clean and comfortable. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The cafe breakfast staff provided excellent service. We had a very pleasant stay here. Highly recommended this hotel"
Tammy Kit Ling 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hilton Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"very clean rooms. really liked it."
Vikas 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"Hotel was a great location, pool and breakfast. Air-conditioned was poor on some nights. Not sure if I could stay there in summer."
Dean 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice rooms. Guests lounge with coffee/tea making. Very helpful staff. Will store luggage. Have great photographic art of a local photographer that I know."
Maree 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"
Gerard 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was very convenient to the Esplanade and the Green Island ferry."
Nancy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic place to arrive and unwind and settle in. Always very friendly and accommodating staff. Great gym nearby. We always come back !!!"
Johanna 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Kwok Chuen Kim 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury trip to Cairns?
Travel to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) Airport and then treat yourself to a stay at one of 18 Cairns luxury hotels. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the coral reefs and marinas which Cairns is known for.
What's the best high-end hotel in Cairns?
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is a luxury hotel with a deli and in-room massages, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Hilton Cairns and Pacific Hotel Cairns are other upscale choices for your holiday.
How many luxury hotels will I be able to find in Cairns?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Cairns in one of Expedia's 18 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Cairns?
Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Cairns a success, especially when you're splurging. 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 in Cairns?
Experience all that Cairns has to offer when you visit Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Reef Hotel Casino. If you have extra time while you're in the area, you might want to see Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
How can I get around Cairns?
It's easier to get around town in style when you know your options. If you want to travel outside the city, take a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station or Redlynch Station.

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