What is Cairns Central Business District like?

Cairns Central Business District is a welcoming neighborhood known for its coral reefs and major shopping area. Are you looking for Cairns Central Business District travel tips? Be sure to check out Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Cairns Central Business District?

Based on our traveler data, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay in Cairns Central Business District. This hotel is steps from Reef Fleet Terminal, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Cairns Central Business District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 207 Cairns Central Business District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cairns Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Cairns Central Business District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Cairns Central Business District?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Cairns Central Business District, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in Cairns Central Business District?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Muddy's Playground, and Michaelmas Cay. Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Night Markets are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Cairns Regional Gallery, Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, and Reef Fleet Terminal are just a few of the places to visit in and around Cairns Central Business District. When you're sightseeing in Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns Museum and Reef Teach are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Cairns Central Business District and the greater Tropical North Waterfront area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Cairns Station. You can inquire about options for water travel at the marina.

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Our top choices for Cairns Central Business District hotels

1. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

AED 727 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

2. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

John

AED 550 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Alok

AED 587 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Paul

AED 699 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

5. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Owais

AED 742 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

6. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Terri

AED 658 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

7. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District

Genaviv

AED 740 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sep - 17 Sep

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District

Carla

AED 711 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sep - 14 Sep

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Cassandra

AED 559 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

10. Mantra Esplanade

Cairns Central Business District

Patrick

AED 738 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

11. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

Margaret

AED 771 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

12. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District

Lachlan

AED 840 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

13. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Linda

AED 676 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

14. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

Ozgur

AED 674 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sep - 25 Sep

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

15. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

Stephen

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

16. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Cairns Central Business District

Anne

AED 351 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sep - 18 Sep

17. Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

Brian

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

18. Park Regis City Quays

Cairns Central Business District

HAYLEY

AED 526 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

19. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District

DAVID

AED 767 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

20. Mantra Trilogy

Cairns Central Business District

Alison

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Crystalbrook Flynn	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Hilton Cairns	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

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Top Cairns Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Riley

8/10 Good

"Overall it’s fine"

Heritage Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great place for an overnight stay. Staff are always pleasant and cheerful. Convenient location to the waterfront and restaurants. Showing its age and some maintenance/ upgrades required; doors on our bathroom wouldn’t close and were open louvres not affording much privacy, and the fridge was small, old and the thermostat wasn’t working properly - would turn off for long periods so the ice on small freezer section melted completely. I advised reception and I’m sure it will be fixed/replaced."

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend The Abbott - it was far superior to what I'd expected. The rooms were large and clean, and quiet. Air Con worked well. There was a common area with a free coffee machine and biscuits, a great asset for early mornings before heading out on day trips. There was also a free washing machine and dryer. The front staff were super friendly and always willing to help out. I would 100% stay again."

Oaks Cairns Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious room #402. Had previously stayed in #403 and it was good but much smaller. As the start of the Cairns festival was beginning there was some noise from drumming etc but the eased off early in the night. Did not use the restaurant or the bar during this visit. Contact with reception staff was friendly and effecient"

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We would have preferred a buffet breakfast but the Alacarte was very nice .Katrin at breakfast was wonderful and looked after us really well. All the staff from reception to housekeeping to hospitality were especially helpful. There is a Woolworths just around the corner and the bus terminal is a comfortable walk, even for us seniors. The rooms were spacious and the bathroom had a separate toilet with basin. body wash shampoo and conditioner were on the wall dispensers which was very convenient. Lifts were prompt even though the hotel was at capacity. Generally a great hotel in a convenient location with great staff. We will stay here again!"

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Our top choices for Cairns Central Business District hotels

1. Crystalbrook Bailey

2. Pacific Hotel Cairns

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5. Hilton Cairns

6. Oaks Cairns Hotel

7. Pullman Cairns International

8. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10. Mantra Esplanade

11. Crystalbrook Flynn

12. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

13. Cairns Plaza Hotel

14. The Benson Hotel

15. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

16. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

17. Coral Tree Inn

18. Park Regis City Quays

19. BreakFree Royal Harbour

20. Mantra Trilogy

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