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Our top choices for Cairns family-friendly hotels

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1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is ฿5,031
฿5,534 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is ฿5,808
฿6,389 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and the staff are very friendly and helpful providing recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. We also enjoyed an excellent breakfast at the hotel's cafe."
United States
Jason
The price is ฿4,275
฿4,703 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Floriana Boutique Hotel
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.

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is ฿5,310
฿5,841 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

5. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,028 reviews)
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is ฿5,134
฿5,647 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A large chessboard set up outdoors with lounge chairs and umbrellas in the background.

6. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is ฿4,221
฿4,644 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairns
A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

7. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (924 reviews)
"Perfect location. Close to everything"
Australia
Sara T
The price is ฿4,088
฿4,088 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,123 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and great location."
United States
Larry
The price is ฿3,574
฿3,932 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

9. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"fantastic room, clean and updated with wifi. Laundry in unit was great. Shower was best, lotsa pressure. close to airport. definately recommend"
Canada
ellen
The price is ฿4,091
฿4,501 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Tropic Towers Apartments
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Really good place to stay especially for the price. Would definitely recommend"
Australia
Jean
The price is ฿5,684
฿6,253 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Reef Gateway Apartments
A children's play area with a colorful checkered floor, a large orange clock, and a play structure with a green gate.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is ฿4,759
฿5,235 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey
A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

12. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (429 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is ฿4,297
฿4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Oaks Cairns Hotel
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

13. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and views. The staff are very helpful."
Australia
Catherine
The price is ฿4,210
฿4,631 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pullman Cairns International
A hotel pool area with a sandy beach, lounge chairs, and a large inflatable pool float.

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is ฿4,020
฿4,421 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

15. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is ฿7,018
฿7,719 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

16. Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Australia
Mishelle
The price is ฿3,984
฿4,382 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Escape On Lake
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is ฿5,058
฿5,058 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
201 Lake Street Apartments
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

18. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Clean and in the middle of the city. Short walks too."
Australia
Geiza
The price is ฿3,469
฿3,816 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Benson Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

19. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is ฿3,867
฿4,254 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (785 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect, from the staff, the bed, the location everything!"
Australia
Alison
The price is ฿6,261
฿6,887 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
BreakFree Royal Harbour
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.
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Cairns

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Cairns

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Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
The price is ฿5,031
฿5,534 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Cairns

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

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
The price is ฿5,031
฿5,534 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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.
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Kenneth 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Cairns like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Cairns is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The rafting, swimming spots and walking trails are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Take to the air and fly into Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Cairns?
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices to stay with the children include Hilton Cairns and Cairns Harbourside Hotel.
How many hotels that welcome families can I expect to find in Cairns?
Expedia has 24 hotels in Cairns that are great for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Cairns?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Cairns are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 281 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Cairns?
While you and your family are staying in Cairns, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina.
What's the best way for us to get around Cairns?
If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Cairns Station, Freshwater Station or Redlynch Station. Cairns might not have very many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.