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Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 69 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 7 November 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $247/night.
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122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Treat yourself to 4.5-star resort style accommodation in the heart of Cairns. Transformed in 2019 with a new lobby, restaurant & bar, guest rooms and public spaces, discover Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort. This excellent family-friendly resort provides fun-filled kids weekend and holiday. With its sandy lagoon style pool, boasting the only swim up bar in cairns, guests can relax by the pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
2604 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
Suburban aparthotel with a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor pool Along with an outdoor pool, this aparthotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, laundry facilities, and a library. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and room service. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Weekly housekeeping is available. This aparthotel offers 32 accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers. This Cairns aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Air conditioning
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located in the centre of Cairns, Inn Cairns offers spacious, self-contained apartments with a private balcony. The rooftop terrace garden provides views of the Great Barrier Reef islands and the emerald green mountains. The complex has a landscaped pool area, barbeque and gazebo. It features free, secure undercover parking. Inn Cairns is 5 minutes’ walk from the restaurants and bars along the Cairns Esplanade. It is 10 minutes’ drive from Marlin Jetty and Reef Fleet Terminals are 10 minutes' walk away. Buses run from in front of the complex to Port Douglas, Cape Tribulation and Mission Beach. Apartments at Inn Cairns are air-conditioned and offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels. There is a kitchen and laundry facilities in each apartment.
Air conditioning
8.0
Excellent
1212 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Suburban hotel with 4 outdoor pools and a coffee shop Along with 4 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. Weekly housekeeping is available. The Lakes Resort Cairns offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
737 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hotel in Cairns, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade Laundry facilities, a library, and express check-in are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. The Abbott Boutique Hotel offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1882 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven, as well as a stovetop and a dishwasher. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and an electric kettle.
8.1
Excellent
536 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
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
7.8
Good
229 reviews
Location
7.1 km from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
A short distance from sailing, scuba diving, and more, this smoke-free apartment lets you experience it all. Cairns Central Shopping Centre is just steps away and Cairns Esplanade is within an easy 8-minute walk, so leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Cairns Station, a short 9-minute walk away. After you return, you can unwind by the outdoor pool or sip a drink in the garden; you may also like the picnic area and balcony. When you come inside, connect to the free WiFi or get cozy in front of the digital TV (premium channels available). A BBQ grill, luggage storage, climate-controlled air-conditioning, and a desk are featured at this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, free toiletries, and towels. The kitchenette is equipped with a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle, a microwave, and cookware. And there's access to laundry facilities, so you can even pack a bit lighter.
Air conditioning
8.3
Excellent
425 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade This smoke-free motel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, a free area shuttle, and a free shopping center shuttle. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a computer station are onsite. Reef Palms Motel offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Digital television is provided. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Cairns motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.5
Good
2324 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
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
2443 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre

HotelsCombined’s insights for family friendly hotels in Cairns

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How much does it usually cost to stay at a family-friendly hotel in Cairns?

On average, a family-friendly hotel room in Cairns costs about $238 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was $125.

Which month has the lowest rates for family friendly hotels in Cairns?

October is the cheapest month to book a family-friendly hotel in Cairns, with average nightly rates around $181. Prices are highest in July, when rates rise to about $320 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Cairns family friendly hotels?

Family friendly hotels in Cairns are most affordable on Mondays, with average nightly rates around $205. Saturdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $301 per night.

How much is a family-friendly hotel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $118, rising to an average cost of $223, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $144 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns family-friendly hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for family friendly hotels in Cairns this weekend for as little as $136/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $124/night. For a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was $127/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Cairns family friendly hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Cairns family-friendly hotel at least 41 days before your stay.

Top-rated Family friendly hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 69 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 7 November 2025.
Our users rated these Cairns hotels among the best places to stay. 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
$231
Avg. per night
175 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$135
Avg. per night
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$165
Avg. per night
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$188
Avg. per night
43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$189
Avg. per night
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$174
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$151
Avg. per night
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$123
Avg. per night
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$208
Avg. per night
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$205
Avg. per night
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$103
Avg. per night
59-63 Cairns Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$168
Avg. per night
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$150
Avg. per night
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$170
Avg. per night
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
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 7 November 2025.
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$132
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$63
Avg. per night
7-11 Chester Court, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$86
Avg. per night
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$75
Avg. per night
8 Scott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$117
Avg. per night
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$89
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
25.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$168
Avg. per night
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$129
Avg. per night
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$175
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$177
Avg. per night

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