Explore top 2026 5 Star Hotels in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Name: Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Price range: $220 total
Rating: 9

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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef 5 Star hotels

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD

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$134 nightly

$147 total

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 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. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat.

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn

68/72 Abbott St Cairns QLD

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$112 nightly

$123 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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Rooms are nice and clean very well presented staff were very helpful. Would definitely recommend again.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley

131-141 Esplanade Cairns QLD

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$123 nightly

$135 total

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Great hotel. Would stay there again.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Hilton Cairns

34 Esplanade Cairns QLD

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$127 nightly

$140 total

Dec 20 - Dec 21

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, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)

The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the towels were soft and fluffy. I appreciated receiving a text message asking if I needed anything during my stay, it was convenient to be able to communicate that way. Both the front desk staff and the breakfast staff were friendly, and it made ...

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey

163 Abbott Street Cairns QLD

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$101 nightly

$111 total

Dec 19 - Dec 20

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Self ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (946 reviews)

Lovely big clean room. Close to what we needed

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Pullman Cairns International

17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD

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$130 nightly

$143 total

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 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 11 conference rooms, ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

I like the hotel for the price except for the pillow is too high and bulky it’s hurt my neck. Breakfast buffet is not a good ideas since they are serving the same thing every morning.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

35-41 Wharf Street Cairns QLD

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$156 nightly

$172 total

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

A casino, 4 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this luxury hotel. Families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities and in-room childcare. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

No. I brought my own breakfast with me, except for today's. It was nice

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

31-35 Vasey Esplanade Trinity Beach QLD

$264 nightly

$291 total

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa and an outdoor pool are featured at this luxury aparthotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,367 reviews)

Best accommodation ever!

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove

123 Williams Esplanade Palm Cove QLD

$204 nightly

$204 total

Dec 16 - Dec 17

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. Enjoy the ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)

The staff are top shelf and the "holiday vibe" is unbeatable , 2 years in a row will be 3 next year❤️

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

5 Triton Street Palm Cove QLD

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$200 nightly

$220 total

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury hotel features a full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool, barbecue grills, and in-room ...

9/10 Wonderful! (798 reviews)

It was beautiful! The pool and landscaping stunning. The facilities were very clean and tidy. All staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. I would love to stay again.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Cairns and Barrier Reef Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5-star hotels in Cairns and Barrier Reef to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.

Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!

Many of the 5-star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.

For your next trip, book a hotel that can be your own little hideaway, whether you’re in town for business or leisure. Cairns and Barrier Reef 5-star hotels provide you with all the comforts and amenities you expect from a sophisticated hotel, with a staff that’s happy to ensure you have everything you need to feel at home.

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Recent Cairns and Barrier Reef hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

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. "

A verified traveler stayed at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5

Posted 5 days ago

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"The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the towels were soft and fluffy. I appreciated receiving a text message asking if I needed anything during my stay, it was convenient to be able to communicate that way. Both the front desk staff and the breakfast staff were friendly, and it made me feel I’d like to stay again. Thank you. :) "

A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Cairns