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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef 3 Star hotels

Heritage Cairns

Heritage Cairns

3 out of 5
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$97 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a snack bar/deli, and express ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (917 reviews)
"Great position and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$75 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$83 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a safe deposit box are available at this hotel. Laundry facilities and concierge services are also provided.
7/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Location was great. Walking distance to the Esplanade only 10 minutes. Lots of cafes and restaurants around the area. Room is looking a bit tired. Sheets looked old and WIFI was bad as was television. One staff member was not pleasant to deal with but otherwise a good stay."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$47 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$51 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a picnic area, and express check-in ...
6.2/10 (1,007 reviews)
"It was a good experience."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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 Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$70 nightly
The price is $77 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$77 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a garden, and express check-out ...
6.8/10 (433 reviews)
"Inexpensive, Great Pool, Clean, FANTASTIC Staff"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

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Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$73 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A terrace, ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Smallish but very clean and great for price"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

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Alivio Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns

3.5 out of 5
136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$112 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa and an outdoor pool are featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy the hot tub and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. A terrace, a ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (597 reviews)
"Nice location. Easy walk to promenade. Staff is friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Room is clean."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

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Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns

3.5 out of 5
314 Mulgrave Road, Westcourt, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$74 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$81 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this motel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A business center, ...
7/10 Good! (175 reviews)
Good value
"We appreciated the comparable price. Flew in from the Torres Strait for a family event in Cairns. With kitchenette and on Mulgrave Road and relatively close, it was a nice stay."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
227 Lake Street, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$107 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
$119 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (740 reviews)
"Close to CBD, airport and access to trips out of Cairns."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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Cairns City Sheridan

Cairns City Sheridan

3 out of 5
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$92 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$101 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel's 2 outdoor pools and seasonal outdoor pool are among the featured amenities. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in ...
6/10 (999 reviews)
"It's not the Sheridan but it's the next best thing I would recommend staying here it's just a short walk to the city centre, 2 pools to swim in friendly staff"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2025

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Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective

3.5 out of 5
10-14 Navigation Drive, Trinity Beach, QLD
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and concierge services are featured at this aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A coffee shop, a terrace, and a garden ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Comfort Plus!
"This was the most comfy stay I’ve had in quite sometime. The space of the apartment style accomodation was perfect. The only downside is dining options are accessible only by car."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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3 Star Hotels Cairns and Barrier Reef

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