The Best Hotels Closest to Cairns Marlin Marina in Cairns for 2026

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A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Warren

AED 578

AED 636 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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 modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Taylor

AED 651

AED 716 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

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

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

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Carmen H

AED 399

AED 445 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

4. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Jason

AED 513

AED 571 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Akanksha

AED 543

AED 598 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

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

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Paul

AED 629

AED 691 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

A modern dining area with a glass partition, a buffet table with various food items, and a seating arrangement with chairs and tables.

A marina with boats docked, a restaurant with outdoor seating, and a view of the water and hills in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a pool, surrounded by a marina with boats.

7. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

David

AED 634

AED 698 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.9 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Larry

AED 413

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a bar area with stools.

A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Sara T

AED 490

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 2.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Simon

AED 429

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

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.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Paul

AED 536

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Suzanne

AED 501

AED 551 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

An outdoor area with a covered walkway, string lights, and various plants.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 1.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Jean

AED 534

AED 597 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

14. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Michaela

AED 395

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

15. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Catherine

AED 569

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A boat named 'Prawn Star' docked at a marina with a sign advertising 'Fresh Seafood' and 'Prawns & Seafood Off the Trawler'.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Ryan

AED 464

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

17. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Jim

AED 474

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a dining area with white chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a view of the mountains through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

18. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 1.2 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Giannina

AED 657

AED 657 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

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.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

James

AED 416

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

A modern building with a unique facade, a central entrance, and a sign for the 'INGARUMING ART CENTRE'.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

20. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Hannah

AED 307

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Marlin Marina

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Cairns Marlin Marina Hotel Reviews

Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and laundry facilities"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beds Very comfortable and clean rooms"

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good

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The Benson Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend this hotel. Very clean and modern. The kids loved the pool, staff was friendly and buffet breakfast was great."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay with a wonderful breakfast. Staff was so accommodating and helpful. Would definitely stay again."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location just off the busy noisy part of esplanade. Was right across from children’s playground. Lovely view on the water side. Nice amount of space. Had everything we needed"

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"I always come back here when I pass through Cairns. Clean & convenient."

Oaks Cairns Hotel

8/10 Good

"Clean room and friendly staff. Well located in the city with many restaurants and shops around."

Other attractions near Cairns Marlin Marina

A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Cairns Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Cairns, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

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Cairns Regional Gallery

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Regional Gallery during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels in Tropical North Waterfront? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Reef Teach

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Reef Teach during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cairns Marlin Marina?

Cairns Marlin Marina is located in a welcoming area of Tropical North Waterfront known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 290 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cairns Marlin Marina?

Adjacent to Cairns Marlin Marina, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cairns Marlin Marina?

Expedia has 290 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Marlin Marina.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Marlin Marina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Cairns Marlin Marina.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cairns Marlin Marina?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Cairns Marlin Marina, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Cairns Marlin Marina?

You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. Spend some time wandering around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Teach, and Cairns Performing Arts Centre.

How can I get to Cairns Marlin Marina?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Cairns Marlin Marina is simple. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Cairns Station. You can learn about water travel options at the marina.

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Our top choices for Cairns Marlin Marina hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Floriana Boutique Hotel

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

7. Hilton Cairns

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

14. Pacific Hotel Cairns

15. Pullman Cairns International

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

17. The Benson Hotel

18. 201 Lake Street Apartments

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

20. Cairns City Palms

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Top Cairns Marlin Marina Hotel Reviews

Cairns Queens Court

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

The Benson Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Other attractions near Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

Michaelmas Cay

Cairns Regional Gallery

Reef Hotel Casino

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Reef Teach

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