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28 Aug - 30 Aug
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4 Sep - 6 Sep

Our top choices for Cairns LGBT-friendly hotels

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

1. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns North
Australia
Patricia
฿5,527
฿6,080 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Cairns Harbourside 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-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Canada
Vanessa
฿5,113
฿5,625 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.
A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.
A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.
An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

3. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Owais
฿5,612
฿6,173 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hilton Cairns
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

4. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Genaviv
฿5,338
฿5,872 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Pullman Cairns International
An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

5. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
United States
MARIA
฿5,473
฿6,021 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.
A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.
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
Australia
Cathy
฿5,436
฿5,979 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with star-shaped objects, a TV on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with a sink. There are two white chairs with woven placemats.

7. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
Trinity Beach
Australia
Michelle
฿4,140
฿4,554 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Trinity Collective
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a metal fence, and a view of the sky and clouds.
A hotel with a sign advertising the best steaks, a sports bar, and a restaurant.
A bar area with a long counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a dartboard, and a dartboard game.

8. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Earlville
Australia
Tammara
฿2,709
฿2,980 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A hotel with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with a long table and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and shelves, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A tennis court with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

9. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Viktoriia
฿5,376
฿5,914 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a Comfort Inn sign.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a glass partition.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a painting on the wall.
A restaurant with indoor seating, ceiling fans, and decorative lighting.

10. Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Ian
฿3,494
฿3,843 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Comfort Inn Cairns City
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Cairns?
If you're interested in booking a place where you'll feel welcome in Cairns, Expedia has all the gay-friendly hotels you'd wish for. Staying in this welcoming area will give you access to its coral reefs and marina.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Cairns?
Cairns Harbourside Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and private balconies. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort and Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns are other good options for your trip.
How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options will I find in Cairns?
You'll find 17 LGBTQ-friendly lodging options in Cairns.
What should I do while I'm visiting Cairns?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Cairns has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Reef Hotel Casino. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Cairns?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Cairns, hotels affiliated with IGLTA prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Cairns hotel?
Stay at an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Cairns and you'll be around like-minded people, so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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