Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

Cairns

A waterfront with a wooden bridge, modern buildings, and lush greenery.
A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.
A tree-lined pathway with cyclists and pedestrians.
A historic building with columns and a classic roof, labeled as the Cairns Art Gallery.
A glass-domed enclosure with a water feature and a large crocodile.

Stay near popular Cairns Central Business District attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,087 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿5,087
฿5,596 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice and clean and facilities were worth the money"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,777 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿6,777
฿7,455 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
"I didn’t make the booking. One of the group did the research and recommended the hotel. First there is no shuttle from the airport to the hotel. A taxi or Uber will get you to hotel and I think the extra cost is worth it as the Ubers arrived in less than 5 minutes. The hotel is two stories for rooms ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,472 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿6,472
฿7,120 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Hilton Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
145 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
The price is ฿5,502 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿5,502
฿6,052 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay at the Plaza Hotel in Cairns! The location was fantastic — Muddies was right across the street and had really good food, and we were within easy walking distance of just about everything. We had a beautiful water view from our balcony, and one of our favorite surprises ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

4 out of 5
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street Cairns QLD
The price is ฿3,092 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,092
฿3,401 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Rooms were clean and comfortable despite being a little dated."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
The price is ฿6,307 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,307
฿6,938 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Crystalbrook Flynn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Cairns Central Business District

Find the best Cairns Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns North

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Yorkeys Knob

Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.



Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide