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Our top choices for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) hotels

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby, staff very nice"
Australia
Rachel
The price is ฿3,227
฿3,550 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,107 reviews)
"The staff are terrific"
Australia
steven
The price is ฿3,953
฿4,349 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

3. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Close to airport, but an in town location."
United States
Theodore
The price is ฿3,724
฿4,096 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

4. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Everything was nice.our room was clean and nice . Food was tasty we really enjoyed staying here"
Australia
Anu
The price is ฿3,395
฿3,735 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.

5. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the cabins. Everything we needed. Handy having the laundry to catch up on washing while travelling. Pool was nice."
Australia
Anne
The price is ฿3,189
฿3,508 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

6. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Superb hotel. Reasonably priced. Very accommodating staff. Great rooms and awesome location!"
Australia
Glenn
The price is ฿5,644
฿6,209 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Flynn
A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

7. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 4.4 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the 5 days we stayed. Plenty of room in the rooms, great pool & amenities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is ฿3,185
฿3,504 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cairns City Palms
A beach with clear water, rocks, and palm trees.

8. Cocos Holiday Apartments

Cocos Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 11.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"For the location and amenities, it was great. Check in was a breeze, other hotel guests were polite and quiet. Clean but definitely could do with a update in our room, the finishings were a bit shabby. Having said that, the value was great and we'd probably stay again."
Australia
Michelle
The price is ฿3,877
฿4,264 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Cocos Holiday Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

9. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is ฿2,750
฿3,025 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

10. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"
Australia
Michaela
The price is ฿4,647
฿5,112 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A modern patio with a pool, a dining table, and chairs.

11. Blue Lagoon Villas

Blue Lagoon Villas
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach, 11.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Well appointed, clean."
Australia
Joseph
The price is ฿7,742
฿12,410 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Blue Lagoon Villas
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

12. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,029 reviews)
"Everyone was super nice and the rooms were very clean and nice"
United States
Jeromy
The price is ฿6,297
฿6,926 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a rock formation.

13. Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 3.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (895 reviews)
"Photos are misleading for the current condition. WiFi connectivity was terrible. Pool was ok."
Australia
Pagalavan
The price is ฿3,185
฿3,503 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Reef Palms Motel
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.

14. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 4.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿1,957
฿2,152 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Cairns Queens Court
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

15. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 4 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Great stay Very much recommended "
Australia
carlos
The price is ฿5,305
฿5,835 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Floriana Boutique Hotel
A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

16. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
Australia
Paul
The price is ฿4,674
฿5,141 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey
A swimming pool with a stone border, a metal fence, and a staircase leading to a blue building.

17. Aspect Central

Aspect Central
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 4.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Budget price"
Australia
Raymond
The price is ฿2,368
฿2,605 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Aspect Central
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

18. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very thoughtful and apt for a pleasant stay"
United States
Alok
The price is ฿4,171
฿4,588 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

19. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (243 reviews)
"First time trying hostels but it was clean and staffs were nice. Easy access and it is perfect for budget travelers."
United States
Kalin
The price is ฿2,177
฿2,395 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
YHA Cairns Central
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

20. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach, 11.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."
Australia
Steven
The price is ฿8,107
฿8,107 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.
Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
32 reviews
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A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,107 reviews
View
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
View
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,011 reviews
View
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, and a small shelf with toiletries.
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
44 reviews
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Top Cairns Intl. Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good
"Useful hotel to stay not far from airpprt and walkable to town. Appreciated dedicated parking. Not much character but room very spacious. Shower old but nice hot water. Breakfast expensive at 30 Dollars each so didnt get to try it"
Hilary 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Cairns

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

41-47 Digger Street Cairns North QLD
The price is ฿3,185 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,185
฿3,503 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees

Guide to exploring Cairns Intl.

Cairns Intl. hotels information

Number of reviews
7,284
Accommodation
1,399 hotels
Lowest Price
฿2,152
Highest Price
฿12,410

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like near Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)?

Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options located within a mile of the airport.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)?

Cairns Colonial Club Resort is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular hotel, featuring 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.). Other good options near the airport include The Oceanfront Cairns and Cairns Harbourside Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options near Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.).

What can I see and do near the airport in Cairns?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Cairns Museum. You can watch performances at Tanks Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre if you're interested in local theatre. Spend some time wandering around Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Cairns Botanic Gardens and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.