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

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.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Warren

AED 567

AED 623 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 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, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Taylor

AED 648

AED 713 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a black and beige rug, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Jason

AED 513

AED 571 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Carmen H

AED 397

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

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

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, < 0.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Akanksha

AED 544

AED 598 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

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

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

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Paul

AED 615

AED 676 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 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.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Larry

AED 413

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 1.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Simon

AED 427

AED 474 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Sara T

AED 489

AED 489 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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

A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Jean

AED 532

AED 594 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District, < 0.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Aaron

AED 784

AED 862 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

12. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

Michaela

AED 394

AED 440 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 modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

13. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Catherine

AED 534

AED 588 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 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 multi-story hotel with a pool, surrounded by a marina with boats.

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

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

14. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

David

AED 553

AED 608 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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.

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Suzanne

AED 499

AED 549 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

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.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Ryan

AED 467

AED 514 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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 balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Giannina

AED 655

AED 655 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

An aerial view of a coral reef with clear blue waters and a distant shoreline.

18. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 0.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Hannah

AED 306

AED 338 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a built-in refrigerator.

A coastal view with a beach, marina, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, and a living space with a sofa.

19. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Julie

AED 718

AED 790 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A store interior with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerator with beverages, and an exit sign.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

20. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 1.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Elizabeth

AED 244

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

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
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"To use the AC is a little bit difficult. We had nice balcony. Staff was very nice."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Cookie when you arrive. Quiet room. Clean and fun pool! Great AC. Near restaurants and fun activities!"

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"This property was being renovated at the time of our stay. The staff was great! They gave great suggestions on dining and activities. They were always available. We were close to the esplanade which borders the mud lake and lots of public park activities all the way down to the marina. We felt very safe there."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful 6th floor view of the ocean! Super kind, helpful staff. Nice pool. Soooo many bird species. Long walking path steps away that leads to bars, restaurants, main harbour front for boat excursions / departures."

Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and laundry facilities"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beds Very comfortable and clean rooms"

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

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

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

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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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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St Monica's Cathedral

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Monica's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities 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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Cairns Mudflats

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cairns Mudflats during your travels in Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Performing Arts Centre 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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Muddy's Playground?

Muddy's Playground is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 398 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Muddy's Playground?

Adjacent to Muddy's Playground, Cairns Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Pacific Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Muddy's Playground?

Expedia has 398 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Muddy's Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Muddy's Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Muddy's Playground.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Muddy's Playground?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Muddy's Playground, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Muddy's Playground?

You can catch a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, or Cairns Botanic Gardens. Create some family memories at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and Reef Teach while you're exploring the area around Muddy's Playground.

How can I get to Muddy's Playground?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. There may not be many public transportation choices near Muddy's Playground so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Muddy's Playground hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

11. Crystalbrook Riley

12. Pacific Hotel Cairns

13. Pullman Cairns International

14. Hilton Cairns

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

18. Cairns City Palms

19. BreakFree Royal Harbour

20. Cairns Holiday Park

Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Queens Court

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

St Monica's Cathedral

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Cairns Mudflats

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Michaelmas Cay

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