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Our top choices for Cairns family-friendly hotels

A children's play area with a colorful checkered floor, a large orange clock, and a play structure with a green gate.
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.
An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.
A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

1. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,741
฿5,216 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey
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.
An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.
A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
  • Splash into family fun at this waterfront hotel with both adult and kids' pools just steps from the marina.
฿5,154
฿5,669 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.
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.

3. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,229
฿4,651 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A hotel pool area with a sandy beach, lounge chairs, and a large inflatable pool float.
A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

4. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
  • Splash into family fun at this luxury resort with tropical pools, kids' activities, and just a short walk to the beach.
฿4,190
฿4,609 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.
Exterior
A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A woman sitting on a sofa with a view of a balcony and mountains.

5. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,989
฿4,388 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pullman Cairns International
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 view of a coastal area with a clear sky, a body of water, and a mountain in the distance.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a painting on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

6. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,495
฿4,944 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A large chessboard set up outdoors with lounge chairs and umbrellas in the background.
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a calm body of water with boats and mountains in the distance.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.
Lobby

7. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
  • Seaside family escapes await at this Cairns hotel with an outdoor pool, kids' amenities, and wildlife adventures steps away.
฿3,659
฿4,025 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Cairns
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.
Breakfast meal
A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
  • Kids splash at the outdoor pool while parents soak up ocean views on the terrace, just minutes from Cairns Esplanade.
฿2,959
฿3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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 modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.
A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

9. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,105
฿4,516 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains at night.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.
A balcony with wicker chairs and a view of the sea, palm trees, and mountains.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,208
฿4,629 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
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Water park
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Cairns

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.
An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.
A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿5,154
฿5,669 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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.
Breakfast meal
A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
฿2,959
฿3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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.

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,229
฿4,651 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.
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.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
฿5,764
฿6,340 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Crystalbrook Riley
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.

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,641
฿4,005 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Benson Hotel
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.
Exterior
A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.
Exterior

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,989
฿4,388 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pullman Cairns International
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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,495
฿4,944 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.
A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,208
฿4,629 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Pool
A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,190
฿4,609 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.
Lobby
A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.
A multi-story hotel with a pool area and a view of the sea.

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,659
฿4,025 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Cairns
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Cairns

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.
Breakfast meal
A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
฿2,959
฿3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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.
An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.
A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿5,154
฿5,669 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.
An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.
A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.
A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,741
฿5,216 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey
A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.
A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,208
฿4,629 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.
A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.
A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns North
฿3,778
฿4,156 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.
Exterior
A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.
Exterior

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,989
฿4,388 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pullman Cairns International
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.
Lobby
A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.
A multi-story hotel with a pool area and a view of the sea.

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,659
฿4,025 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Cairns
Pool
A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
฿4,190
฿4,609 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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.

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
฿3,641
฿4,005 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Benson Hotel
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the mountains.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with striped chairs, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table set for four.

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Central Business District
฿5,475
฿5,475 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Mantra Esplanade
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
"No complaints beautiful location"
Said Amir 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Large, very comfortable room. Great location. Very quiet…didn’t hear any other guests in adjoining rooms for our entire stay. Staff was very pleasant and helpful."
Lisette 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location, walking distance to most things :) Pool is beautiful, pool bar drinks/food options are great! Staff were helpful & happy everyday :) View from room was AMAZING, my request was met! Can’t wait to be back, relaxing holiday:)"
Stephanie 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

8/10 Good
"Clean"
Sanita 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mantra Esplanade
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Very lovely! Great location and spacious room."
Ben 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, premium feeling overall even though it would benefit from a renovation. Swimming pool is nice but I would suggest to add some shaded area. Breakfast was good."
ANDREA 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Easy parking, handy to airport."
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was great, smart TV worked fine, room was quiet, great location, staff were friendly and helpful. The kitchen and laundry were features I didn’t. And it was great having a Woolworths Supermarket right next door."
Jim 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

8/10 Good
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Ryoichi 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Cairns Queens Court

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.