Cairns Beach Hotels
For the ultimate sun-and-sand vacation, a beach hotel in Cairns offers direct access and stunning views. You can enjoy a range of waterfront amenities, from poolside bars to seaside dining, just steps from the shore. It’s the perfect choice for travelers who want to spend their days swimming, sunbathing, and listening to the waves.
Trip.com Featured Beach Hotels in Cairns
1. DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
• Featuring Dry cleaning, Garden, and Outdoor furniture.
• Rated 8.8/10 based on 352 reviews.
• Steps from Reef Experience (0.09 km).
• Price range: SAR 649-SAR 2,115.
2. Hides Hotel
• Your stay includes Tour and ticket booking service, Laundry service (on-site), and Taxi booking service.
• A 8.1/10 rating based on 79 reviews.
• Only 0.08 km away - easily reach Cairns Museum.
• Price range: SAR 272-SAR 646.
3. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
• Enjoy Cafe, Bar, and Conference room.
• Rated 8.9/10 based on 278 reviews.
• Steps from ZOO TO YOU HQ - Discovery Centre (0.09 km).
• SAR 796-SAR 3,420 / night
All prices shown are for July 10-July 16, as listed on Trip.com.
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Closest to downtown
Highest Rated
54
Very Good
81 reviews
8.0/10
1 night
From SAR 281
99+
Great
230 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From SAR 889
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Public beach, Pool, Water park
Very Good
27 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From SAR 83
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Manunda
Featured facilities: Pool, Sunbathing area, Parasailing
Very Good
137 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From SAR 529
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns North
Featured facilities: Public beach, Pool, Sailing
Good
86 reviews
7.6/10
1 night
From SAR 314
99+
Very Good
353 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From SAR 644
99+
Great
131 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From SAR 647
53
Very Good
6 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From SAR 124
62
Very Good
76 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From SAR 390
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Private beach area, Pool, Sunbathing area
Very Good
118 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From SAR 680
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9.0/10
Great
GGuest UserThe room was quite simple and comfortable, with all the basic amenities, including a bathtub. The balcony offered direct sea views, and the location was excellent. The pier for boat trips was right next door, and there were several restaurants along the pier boardwalk, like Dundee's Restaurant. The breakfast was a pleasant surprise – much better than expected, with a wide variety of options including Asian cuisine, and it changed slightly every day, which was great. Unfortunately, the pool was closed for maintenance during my stay. For kids, they provided a welcome amenity kit, and after collecting stamps, they even gave a lovely mini Kookaburra doll as a gift. Overall, it was a very good experience!
Hilton Cairns
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 847
8.9/10
Very Good
LlaughlinsThe best location in cairns down stairs walk to marina restaurants all around 5 10 mon walk into town for kore restaurants shopping mall 15mins walk away lagoon outside beach pool within min amazing location cant rate enough . Hotel was nice we had club access which i cant rate highly enough breakfast and afternoon canopies beers wine and some spirts all included had an amazing time cairns was awesome overall. First time visiting cairns wont be the last
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 842
8.8/10
Very Good
JJ小米I accidentally booked this hotel and found out it was non-cancellable when I tried to cancel, so I had no choice but to stay. Overall, it was okay; the room was a bit small but quite tidy and clean. The front desk staff were very friendly. The restaurant was under renovation during our stay, so we were given vouchers to have breakfast at the hotel across the street. Clearly, for an extra AUD$80 a day, we could have stayed somewhere much better. The hotel hallways had no air conditioning and were very stuffy and hot. However, there was a free coffee machine downstairs with complimentary coffee. The swimming pool looked dirty though, and no one was using it. The location is a bit far from the Reef Terminal, about a 17-minute walk.
Mercure Cairns
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 684
8.8/10
Very Good
GGuest UserWe stayed here for a couple of nights. The staff were very welcoming and always willing to help with anything, which was a real positive — truly 5-star service from the team.
Unfortunately, the housekeeping was disappointing. Some cups in the room had lipstick marks on them, and the shower gel bottles appeared to be mostly filled with water rather than gel, although this was rectified immediately after mentioning this to the reception.
The hotel is about a 20-minute walk into town. There is also a bus stop near the hospital with a bus running roughly every hour. The hotel provides a shuttle service to the center, but it only operates at 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 4:00 PM, and 4:30 PM, so the schedule is somewhat limited.
There aren’t many dining options nearby other than the hotel restaurant, and the food there was not particularly good. Your best option is to head into town, where there are plenty of restaurants to choose from.
The hotel itself feels quite dated and could benefit from renovations. For example, the hairdryer was broken, the sink was cracked, and the shower looked old and worn.
On the positive side, the sheets and towels were clean, and pool/beach towels are provided. The pool/Jacuzzi is clean. Overall, I would recommend staying here and an very happy with my stay.
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 785
8.8/10
Very Good
GGuest User1. **Prime Location:** Situated right on the Cairns Esplanade, it's a mere 2-minute walk to the Reef Fleet Terminal (the departure point for Great Barrier Reef tours) and 3 minutes to the Esplanade Lagoon. Restaurants and night markets are plentiful nearby, and a taxi ride to the airport takes about 13 minutes.
2. **Amenities & Experience:** Most modern rooms feature private balconies with city or harbor views. The free Wi-Fi is stable, and the outdoor pool is comfortable. The Bushfire Flame Grill Brazilian BBQ has a great reputation (breakfast/dinner are extra). Paid parking is limited, and street-facing rooms occasionally experience noise.
3. **Service:** There's a 24-hour front desk with multi-lingual staff who can assist with booking Great Barrier Reef/rainforest excursions. Luggage storage is seamless.
4. **Drawbacks:** Parking can be tight during peak season, some bathrooms are a bit dated, and breakfast isn't particularly cheap.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 742
8.3/10
Very Good
SSalted BroadbeansThe unit is adequate for my family of six for a 3-night stay. Basic necessities are generally met, and the overall stay was acceptable. However, there were several maintenance and usability issues that affected comfort. Some air-conditioning remotes were faulty or missing batteries, requiring us to swap between rooms to find working ones. The telephone/RJ45 connection head was also broken and left dangling, with wiring not properly connected, which gave a poor impression of upkeep. In terms of sleeping comfort, the beds are quite soft and the pillows offer very little support. The positioning of the electrical wall outlets behind the bed also made it inconvenient, as we had to shift the bed forward to access the sockets. For kitchen use, it would be helpful to provide basic dishwashing supplies such as a small bottle of dishwashing liquid and a sponge, especially when only a few items are used in the dishwasher. On a positive note, the bathroom facilities are in good condition. Water pressure is strong and hot water is consistently available, which made showers comfortable. Overall, the stay was acceptable, but there is clear room for improvement in maintenance and basic guest amenities.
North Cove Waterfront Suites
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 402
8.2/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserHave to say the best thing for this hotel is its room size, Huge! And water pressure is good.
But pain point is really clear, the WIFI is not working in my room (bad signal), I can only sit in lounge/bar area at the ground floor to get WiFi.
Alivio Hotel Cairns
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 612
7.9/10
Good
GGuest UserFront counter were friendly and accommodating. Location was close to everything.
Facilities and grounds were well kept. Just didn’t like having to take used towels down and hand them to reception and exchange for clean ones.
Mantra Trilogy
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 688
7.8/10
Good
AAnonymous UserThe location was excellent. It was close to the ferry terminal, just a few seconds' walk from the Esplanade public pool, two minutes from the night market, and across the street from a supermarket—it was a fantastic location.
However, apart from the location, the only other positives were the water dispenser next to the front desk, the ability to smoke on the balcony, and the ability to watch YouTube and Netflix on the TV in your room.
The only negatives were the sheets and towels, which were unsanitary. The towels were stained and smelled bad, and the sheets smelled damp. The bathroom shower had incredibly weak water pressure, making it take a long time to rinse. The drainage was so poor that I asked the front desk for a replacement, and they fixed it while I was out, which improved it, but I still wish they'd done something about the water pressure. The on-site pool had a jacuzzi, but it wasn't very warm and wasn't very good. While the daytime staff were generally friendly and nice, the elderly man who came at night was overbearing and never smiled, which I found annoying. Having lived in Australia for about a year, I thought my English skills were good enough, but even after listening to him twice I still didn't understand what he was saying, and when I asked him to repeat himself he said ”That's enough,” and then ended the conversation. To be honest, it made me feel uncomfortable.
I remember not being so dissatisfied when I stayed at the nearby Mantra Trilogy a long time ago.
I don't have any plans to go to Cairns for a while, but I don't think I'll choose this hotel again.
Thank you to the staff for your kind assistance.
Mantra Esplanade
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 652
7.4/10
CcalifragileThe room facilities are relatively old and the lights are dim.
Slippers and toothbrushes are not provided. Shower gel and shampoo are of poor quality.
The room was on the first floor and there was noise. It should be the sound of the air conditioner engine or other machinery.
The breakfast is simple and does not provide the delicacies of various countries. It only has bread, fruits and some drinks.
A separate deposit of 50 AUD is required upon check-in, or 100 AUD in cash.
Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:SAR 424
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Beach hotels in Cairns?
If you are traveling to Cairns for business or tourism, Hides Hotel (from SAR 272) , DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns (from SAR 649) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from SAR 581) are popular hotels.
How much does a Beach hotel in Cairns cost?
For Beach hotels in Cairns, the average price on weekdays is SAR 1,042, and on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is SAR 1,051.
Which Beach hotels in Cairns offer a gym?
Get used to exercising? DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns (from SAR 649), Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from SAR 796) and Hilton Cairns (from SAR 768) are popular choices with fitness facilities.
What are some of the best Beach hotels in Cairns with breakfast?
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from SAR 796), Hilton Cairns (from SAR 768) and Pullman Cairns International (from SAR 600) provide highly rated breakfast.
Which Beach hotels in Cairns are available for spa services?
Search for a relaxation during traveling? Pullman Cairns International (from SAR 600) and Alivio Hotel Cairns (from SAR 470) provide highly rated spa services.
What are some of the best luxury Beach hotels in Cairns?
Looking for luxury stays? Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from SAR 796), Hilton Cairns (from SAR 768) and Pullman Cairns International (from SAR 600) provide excellent services.
Cairns Beach Hotels Information
| Total properties | 27 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 4,254 |
| Lowest price | SAR 462 |
| Highest price | SAR 7,366 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | SAR 1,051 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | SAR 1,042 |
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