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Popular Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 138 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $176/night.
These are some of the hotels in Cairns with the highest demand. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
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Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and towels. Other amenities include an electric kettle, a picnic area, a desk, and a sitting area.
Air conditioning
8.0
Excellent
179 reviews
Location
7.1 km from city centre
183-185 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a fenced pool and a rainfall showerhead, as well as free WiFi and a TV. Other amenities include premium bedding, towels, a mini-fridge, and a picnic area.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
677 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Family-friendly Cairns hotel in Manunda with 3 outdoor swimming pools This hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a conference center, and a business center. Cairns Colonial Club Resort offers 345 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily. 3 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
8.1
Excellent
2972 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, an electric kettle, and kitchenware and utensils.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
268 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
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
3056 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre

Travel insights for budget hotels in Cairns

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

What is the cheapest month to book budget hotels in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book budget hotels in Cairns is March ($154). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is August ($423).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday ($246). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $395.

How much is a budget hotel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $92, rising to an average cost of $233, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $120 for a 4-star budget hotel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in Cairns this weekend for as little as $107/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $107/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was $103/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 13 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 13 days ahead was $61 per night.

Cheapest Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns can be found for as low as $31 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Caravella Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Cairns. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
Avg. per night
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$46
Avg. per night
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$50
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$75
Avg. per night
4 Pemboke Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$83
Avg. per night
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$94
Avg. per night
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
Avg. per night
169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$99
Avg. per night
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$106
Avg. per night
137 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$113
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cairns

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Cairns. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 25 April 2025.
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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$149
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$235
Avg. per night
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$170
Avg. per night
167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$105
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
25.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$170
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$155
Avg. per night
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$118
Avg. per night
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$127
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$195
Avg. per night
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$159
Avg. per night

Explore Cairns

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairns to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
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Budget hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2025.
  • How much does it cost to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns?

    Generally, it costs $184/night to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns. Travelers have found deals as low as $31/night for this accommodation in Cairns. Our users visiting Cairns have found that Caravella Backpackers is usually the cheapest Budget hotels.

  • How do prices at Budget hotels compare to other hotels in Cairns?

    HotelsCombined users have found that prices at Budget hotels are generally more costly per night. HotelsCombined users find that the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in Cairns is around $184. If you’re looking to stay at a hotel in Cairns, you should expect to pay $148/night.

  • Are there good Budget hotels near Cairns Esplanade?

    14 high quality options for Budget hotels are available near Cairns Esplanade. These hotels are within 3.2 kilometres and are rated above 3 stars. For the higher quality Budget hotels located within 2 miles of Cairns Esplanade, the average price you’ll need to pay around $137/night. On average, the cheapest rates near Cairns Esplanade can be found at Floriana Boutique Hotel, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, and Koala Beach Resort Cairns.

  • What Budget hotels are located near Cairns Airport.

    11 options exist for Budget hotels in the area of Cairns Airport. $182 is the typical nightly rate found for Budget hotels near Cairns Airport. Modern Apartment with Esplanade Views Near the Hospital, Lily Lakes - Resort Style Living, Floriana Boutique Hotel, Tropical Apartment, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, Ground Floor Easy Unit Close to City 4, Unique Tropic Escape 444, Nrma Cairns Holiday Park, Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Cairns Esplanade 2br Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6.

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