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Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$122 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$134 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
Manager Michael and all the staff at reception were exceptional in getting our two harbour view rooms close together on same floor. Michael even escorted us to the rooms to make sure we were happy with them, and they were perfect! Location on the Esplanade Lagoon swimming park was fantastic for our ...

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

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Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jan 17 to Jan 18
$146 total
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 6 conference rooms, free ...
Great place to stay.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

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Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns QLD
$123 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
$135 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, ...
Good

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$130 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
$143 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool, onsite laundry facilities, and in-room childcare. ...
Great location and a great hotel

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

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Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove Airlie Beach QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$203 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
$225 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and airport shuttle. ...
The facilities were good .. room .. shower … reception and pool. The hotel kindly let us store our cases but unfortunately our car was damaged in the car park.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road Port Douglas QLD
$234 nightly
The price is $257 total per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
$257 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free ...
Pretty resort, lovely food, reception staff were friendly, pool bar staff were not attentive. The room was a great size and had a awesome view.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

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Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$84 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
$92 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Bring the family and enjoy the mini golf, children's pool, and playground. Relax with a ...
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly, specially Anthony who helped me when my brother had an episode by getting me a wheelchair. Thank you very much

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$123 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
Everything was good

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

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Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

4 out of 5
409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$73 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...
The carpet was heavily stained and the furniture was chipped on the edges… otherwise good

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

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Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

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