Hotels in Tropical North Waterfront

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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Tropical North Waterfront on Hotels.com. These Tropical North Waterfront hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 3, 2026.

1. Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,236
CNY1,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Mantra Esplanade

2. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY836
CNY919 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Pacific Hotel Cairns

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY943
CNY1,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY980
CNY1,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Oaks Cairns Hotel

5. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,128
CNY1,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Crystalbrook Flynn

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,241
CNY1,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

7. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,119
CNY1,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hilton Cairns

8. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY898
CNY987 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Benson Hotel

9. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,183
CNY1,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

10. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
CNY953
CNY953 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

11. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,005
CNY1,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Pullman Cairns International

12. BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,353
CNY1,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
BreakFree Royal Harbour

13. Park Regis Hotel Cairns

Park Regis Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY700
CNY770 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Park Regis Hotel Cairns

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Cairns Central Business District
CNY997
CNY1,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

15. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
CNY934
CNY1,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Crystalbrook Bailey

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY901
CNY991 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

17. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,862
CNY2,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

18. Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY888
CNY977 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

19. Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
CNY607
CNY667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

20. Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
Cairns Central Business District
CNY1,068
CNY1,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Mantra Trilogy
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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY647 off
CNY1,217
per night
CNY2,678 total
includes taxes & fees
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY1,187
per night
CNY2,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY651 off
CNY1,367
per night
CNY3,007 total
includes taxes & fees
The Benson Hotel

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY218 off
CNY982
per night
CNY2,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY302 off
CNY987
per night
CNY2,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY1,114
per night
CNY2,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Lake Central

Lake Central
Cairns Central Business District
CNY416 off
CNY763
per night
CNY1,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Lake Central

Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location

Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY1,561
per night
CNY4,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Lux Retreat - Waterfront Gym Prime Location

Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments

Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY2,927
per night
CNY6,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
CNY126 off
CNY1,130
per night
CNY1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY177 off
CNY1,006
per night
CNY1,106 total
includes taxes & fees
The Benson Hotel

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY1,041
per night
CNY1,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY609
per night
CNY670 total
includes taxes & fees
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District
CNY147 off
CNY1,325
per night
CNY1,457 total
includes taxes & fees
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Lake Central

Lake Central
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY798
per night
CNY877 total
includes taxes & fees
Lake Central

Coastal Harbour Lights -pool Gym Prime Location

Coastal Harbour Lights -pool Gym Prime Location
Cairns Central Business District
We have 1 left at
CNY1,526
per night
CNY2,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Coastal Harbour Lights -pool Gym Prime Location

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Top landmarks in Tropical North Waterfront

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cairns Marlin Marina

8.8/10 (3,149 reviews)
You can stroll along Cairns Marlin Marina for relaxing water views when you're in Cairns Central Business District. If you carry on walking you'll get to Reef Fleet Terminal for some more water views.
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A train carriage with red seats and windows.
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Cairns Central Shopping Centre in Cairns Central Business District. Splash some more cash at Cairns Night Markets.
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A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)
Cairns Central Business District is home to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, so why not stop by during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, you'll love Muddy's Playground and Cairns Performing Arts Centre, both a short walk away.
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An industrial area with a large white building with a curved roof, surrounded by green fields and a body of water with boats.

Cairns Convention Centre

8.0/10 (558 reviews)
Cairns Convention Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Cairns Central Business District. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?
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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)
If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Cairns Night Markets in Cairns Central Business District and take in the atmosphere. There are also lots of shops and restaurants in the area if you fancy a wander. Splash some more cash at Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)
Hoping to do some gaming? Why not spend the evening at Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns Central Business District and see how lucky you are. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)
Cairns Central Business District is home to Cairns Performing Arts Centre, so why not stop by during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. If you have fun at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, you'll love Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, both a short walk away.
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Muddy's Playground

9.0/10 (36 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Muddy's Playground in Cairns Central Business District. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, just a short walk away.
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Learn more about Tropical North Waterfront

Tropical North Waterfront is applauded for its cultural attractions such as Cairns Museum and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre.

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A waterfront with a reflective pool, a blue-roofed pavilion, and wind sculptures.

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The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
gulru
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Roger
Crystalbrook Riley

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Martha
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Sara
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kathryn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Elizabeth
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Virginia
Hilton Cairns

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Taryn
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Aimee
Oaks Cairns Hotel

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Frank
Pullman Cairns International

BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
BreakFree Royal Harbour

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lenka
The Benson Hotel

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Timothy
Pacific Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Michael
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Il Centro Apartment Hotel

Il Centro Apartment Hotel
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Ed
Il Centro Apartment Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Tropical North Waterfront?

You can find top hotels in Tropical North Waterfront from CNY410 with options to suit your budget and needs. Little Drifter Cairns and Caravella Backpackers are a couple of affordable hotels popular with our travelers. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in Tropical North Waterfront that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Tropical North Waterfront hotels?

Discover great deals on Tropical North Waterfront hotel stays with Hotels.com. Take a look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as to find those off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on Tropical North Waterfront hotels.

Can I book Tropical North Waterfront hotels with free cancellation?

It's easy to book a refundable Tropical North Waterfront hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Tropical North Waterfront?

Some of the most popular luxury hotels in Tropical North Waterfront are Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, Pacific Hotel Cairns, and Crystalbrook Bailey. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is a luxury hotel with a high guest rating amongst our travelers, and it offers an outdoor pool, plus pillow menus and in-room massages in the guestrooms. Pacific Hotel Cairns and Crystalbrook Bailey are also popular luxury stays in great Tropical North Waterfront locations.

What are some of the best hotels in Tropical North Waterfront for couples?

Stay at a top-rated Tropical North Waterfront romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Crystalbrook Flynn, a hotel in Cairns Central Business District with an ocean-view restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection. This hotel can be found in Cairns Central Business District with 4 restaurants as well as in-room massages for a perfect stay. Discover more hotels in Tropical North Waterfront on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Tropical North Waterfront?

Some of the best Tropical North Waterfront hotels for kids include The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, and Hilton Cairns. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection is a kid-friendly hotel in Cairns Central Business District with a guest score of 9.4 out of 10, offering family-friendly amenities like an outdoor pool and free pool cabanas, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Check out Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns in Cairns Central Business District with a guest score of 9. This popular hotel has an outdoor pool, children's meals, a coffee shop/cafe, and more. Hilton Cairns is another good option in Cairns Central Business District with an outdoor pool and children's meals, plus free cribs in the guestrooms. Explore more kid-friendly hotels in Tropical North Waterfront by using our "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.

What are the top Tropical North Waterfront hotels with a pool?

Discover some of the best Tropical North Waterfront hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Crystalbrook Riley is a great hotel in Cairns Central Business District with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its full-service spa and ocean-view restaurant. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is a popular hotel in Cairns Central Business District that features an outdoor pool and a children's pool along with a pool-view restaurant and a swim-up bar. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Tropical North Waterfront with a pool.

What are some of the best Tropical North Waterfront hotels with free parking?

If you're arriving by car, choosing a great Tropical North Waterfront hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:

What are some popular hotels in central Tropical North Waterfront?

For hotels in central Tropical North Waterfront, check out Crystalbrook Flynn and Crystalbrook Bailey. Travelers love Crystalbrook Flynn for its location, as well as the outdoor pool, full-service spa and ocean-view restaurant this hotel offers. Crystalbrook Bailey is another popular central hotel with an outdoor pool, a poolside restaurant and a poolside bar. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Cairns Marlin Marina. Cairns Central Business District and Cairns North are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Tropical North Waterfront vacation.

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