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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef 2 Star hotels

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

2.5 out of 5
49-61 Little Pease Street Manoora QLD
$48 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
$48 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this holiday park. WiFi in public areas is free. Luggage storage and barbecue grills ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great Air conditioning, lovely clean park.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

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YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

2 out of 5
20-26 McLeod Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$60 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$66 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. A business center, a garden, and express check-in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (209 reviews)
Had a great stay, thanks!

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 out of 5
57-89 Grafton Street Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$130 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$144 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
A nightclub and an outdoor pool are featured at this hostel. Relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges and get perks like free WiFi. You'll find a restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)
Receptionist were lovely and this is such a good vibe rooms are clean location is perfect

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns

2 out of 5
7 Shields St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$67 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$73 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and luggage storage are available at this hostel. Locker space, laundry facilities, and concierge services are also on ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (182 reviews)
Very clean throughout, staff were excellent, I had a room near the dining, common area which was very noisy.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

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Cairns City Motel

Cairns City Motel

2.5 out of 5
169 Lake St Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$72 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the express check-in. There's ...
7/10 Good! (355 reviews)
The room was not spotless but it was acceptable the staff were not courteous but on the other hand they were not rude no one approached me to offer extra assistance but that also was acceptable

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

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Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments

2 out of 5
42 Cedar Rd Palm Cove QLD
$98 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$98 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
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 and luggage storage are also ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
Room was very clean and well appointed

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

2 out of 5
149 The Esplanade Cairns QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
$73 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. A coffee shop, a terrace, and a garden are also on offer.
8.2/10 Very Good! (147 reviews)
So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays.

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2 out of 5
274 Draper Street Parramatta Park QLD
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace and a garden are also ...
6.6/10 (41 reviews)
Good location , easy to get around

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

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First City Caravilla

First City Caravilla

2 out of 5
1 Kelly Street Earlville QLD
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this holiday park. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, ...
8/10 Very Good! (36 reviews)
Room was great and location was great!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

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Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2 out of 5
187 Bunda Street Parramatta Park QLD
$116 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Dec 20 to Dec 21
$128 total
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this hostel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A terrace, a ...
7.6/10 Good! (100 reviews)
Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

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2 Star Hotels Cairns and Barrier Reef

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Cairns and Barrier Reef 2 star hotels will give you everything you need to enjoy the city like a local, saving a ton of money so you can hit all the hot spots in town.

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

5 out of 5
Posted 2 days ago
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"We really enjoyed the clean and spacious room. Staff attitude is friendly and helpful. "
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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