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5 Star Hotels in Cairns, Queensland

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8 Oct - 9 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Cairns 5-star hotels

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.
An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.
A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

1. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
€154
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.
A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

2. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Warren
€154
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Crystalbrook Flynn
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 modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.
A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

3. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Paul
€145
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Crystalbrook Bailey
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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

4. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Catherine
€135
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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.
A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.
Exterior
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the distance.

5. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
David
€164
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Cairns
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and distant land.

6. Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Central Business District
Australia
Aaron
€209
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crystalbrook Riley
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.
A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

7. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District
United States
Taylor
€173
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hotel building.
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

8. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Palm Cove
Australia
Nancy
€298
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A pool area with a bar, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof pavilion.
A hotel with a covered outdoor area, trees, and a sign reading "The Beach Club".
A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the sea, featuring wicker furniture and hanging lights.
A modern kitchen with a marble island, bar stools, and a chalkboard menu.

9. Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Brian
€202
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a white building with balconies.
A beach lined with tall palm trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, two lamps, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding door.

10. The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions

The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
Palm Cove
United Kingdom
Tracey
€546
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Reef House Adults Retreat - Enjoy 28 Complimentary Inclusions
A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.
A modern interior with a staircase, a dining area with chairs, and a sofa with cushions.
Meeting facility
A modern living room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area.

11. Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Palm Cove
Australia
Aydin
€155
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
A pool area with thatched-roof structures and palm trees.
A person walking in a covered outdoor area with a view of the ocean and trees.
A spacious hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a road.

12. Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Trinity Beach
Australia
Susan-Gaye
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
A pool with a clear view of the sea, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a white structure.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a view of the sea.
A balcony with a clear view of the sea and beach, surrounded by greenery.
A beach view with trees and a parking lot.

13. Bellevue At Trinity Beach

Bellevue At Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach
United States
Wayne
Bellevue At Trinity Beach
A modern outdoor patio with wooden flooring, wicker furniture, and a glass-enclosed dining area.
A modern multi-story building with a well-maintained garden and a paved walkway.
A wooden deck with blue lounge chairs and a pool.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

14. Sanctuary Palm Cove

Sanctuary Palm Cove
Palm Cove
Australia
Chun Kay
Sanctuary Palm Cove
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includes taxes & fees
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includes taxes & fees
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€143
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includes taxes & fees
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Cairns and related destinations

The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef offers boat tours where you'll spot vibrant coral and sea turtles just below the surface. Explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest nearby, where guided walks reveal cassowaries and swimming holes locals recommend for cooling off.

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

Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed at the hotel with 6 other family members and we all enjoyed our time spent there together. Our rooms were clean well maintained, staff were friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel was central and we were able to walk to lots of food outlets and close to the water front also. We enjoyed our breakfast and some food and drinks here also."
Kathleen 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel in Cairns! Lots of restaurants near by and the room was in great condition. Didn’t hear any noise at night, would stay here again."
Travis 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Crystalbrook Flynn
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were clean, staff lovely and helpful particularly when out flight was cancelled and we had to stay an extra night. The Hilton accosted"
Catherine Ann 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Cairns
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

8/10 Good
"Generally pretty good only real problem was the wifi which was terrible and constantly cut out."
Daniel Jo 10-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Cairns?
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