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Popular Family friendly hotels in Cairns

Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 165 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is £99/night.
These hotels in Cairns see the most activity from our users at the moment. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Cairns.
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122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated within a 10-minute walk from Tusa Dive, Cairns Regional Gallery and Reef Teach, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort features free Wi-Fi, a private beach and an outdoor pool. This beachfront property is conveniently located in Cairns CBD and is within walking distance of Cairns Railway Station.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
2467 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns North, Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments provides 3-star accommodation and a saltwater swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and a water park. It is also a short car ride from Marlin Marina and Cairns Night Markets & Food Court.
Air conditioning
7.2
Good
149 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
This Cairns CBD hotel is set in an area popular with tourists and is not far from Reef Teach and Skydive Cairns. It is close to Tusa Dive and Cairns Regional Gallery.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1732 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
The hotel is set in Cairns and is close to nearby attractions, including Cairns Regional Gallery and Tusa Dive. It provides a fitness centre, as well as a sauna, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2304 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns, Cairns Plaza Hotel offers beachfront 3-star accommodation, as well as an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi. It also provides laundry facilities, a 24-hour reception and a ticket service.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
1833 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
12-14 Deauville Close, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Set in Yorkeys Knob, this beachfront resort offers a water park, a saltwater swimming pool and a private beach. It also features free Wi-Fi and outdoor tennis courts.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
197 reviews
Location
8.2 mi from city centre
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Offering free Wi-Fi and a saltwater swimming pool, Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments is conveniently located next to Cairns. This hip property is ideally located in Cairns North.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
2185 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
157-159 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Offering a saltwater swimming pool and free Wi-Fi, Getaway On Grafton is conveniently located next to Cairns. Just a short walk from Cairns Railway Station, the property's convenient setting makes it an ideal place to stay when in Cairns.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
849 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
59-63 Cairns Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Featuring free Wi-Fi, this Cairns hotel is conveniently located moments from Cairns. It also features a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1412 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Featuring an outdoor pool, this Cairns hotel is conveniently located moments from Cairns. It also offers a ticket service, a car rental desk and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2391 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre

Travel insights for family-friendly hotels in Cairns

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next family friendly hotel in Cairns.

What is the cheapest month to book family friendly hotels in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book family friendly hotels in Cairns is November (£23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is September (£126).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a family-friendly hotel in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday (£52). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is £102.

How much is a family-friendly hotel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Cairns tonight starting as low as £60, rising to an average cost of £110, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £60 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns family-friendly hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for family friendly hotels in Cairns this weekend for as little as £80/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £52/night. For a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was £62/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 13 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 13 days ahead was £29 per night.

Top-rated Family friendly hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 165 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Some of the best Cairns hotel options as decided by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
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35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£121
Avg. per night
62 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£84
Avg. per night
43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£98
Avg. per night
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Parking
£90
Avg. per night
2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£98
Avg. per night
Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£110
Avg. per night
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£117
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£94
Avg. per night
15 Florence Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£98
Avg. per night

Cheapest Family friendly hotels in Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns can be found for as low as £24 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Travellers Oasis is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Cairns for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£24
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
2.2 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£47
Avg. per night
167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£50
Avg. per night
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£55
Avg. per night
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£57
Avg. per night
166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£60
Avg. per night
18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£60
Avg. per night
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£65
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
4.4 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£67
Avg. per night
41-47 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£67
Avg. per night
702 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£67
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
10.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£69
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£70
Avg. per night
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£71
Avg. per night
175 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£72
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cairns

Discover the ideal theme hotel, holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Cairns. There are 625 properties in Cairns and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
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167-173 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£50
Avg. per night
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£76
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£74
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£20
Avg. per night
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£22
Avg. per night
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
£15
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£28
Avg. per night
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£86
Avg. per night
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£45
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£113
Avg. per night

Explore Cairns

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Family friendly hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • How much does it cost to stay at a Family friendly hotels in Cairns?

    Nightly rate typically run around £92 in Cairns for a Family friendly hotels. Travelers have found deals as low as £22/night for this accommodation in Cairns. Cheaper rates on a Family friendly hotels in Cairns can usually be found at Dreamtime Travellers Rest.

  • Are Family friendly hotels more or less expensive than other Cairns hotels?

    Nightly rates at Family friendly hotels will likely cost you more than if you were to stay at other Cairns hotels. You should expect to pay £92 per night if you are looking to book a Family friendly hotels in the city of Cairns. The city of Cairns itself will usually cost around £75/night for a hotel.

  • Which Family friendly hotels near Cairns Esplanade are highly rated?

    There are 36 options for Family friendly hotels over 3 Stars within 2 miles of Cairns Esplanade. If you want to find Family friendly hotels that are above 3 Stars and close to Cairns Esplanade, you should expect to pay £86/night on average. The cheaper options in the area are Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, The Abbott Boutique Hotel, and Reef Palms.

  • What Family friendly hotels are located near Cairns Airport.

    When looking for Family friendly hotels near Cairns Airport there are 11 options. The average price of a Family friendly hotels near the airport is £90. Lily Lakes - Resort Style Living, Floriana Villas, Edge Hill Clean & Green Cairns, 7 Minutes from the Airport, 7 Minutes to Cairns CBD & Reef Fleet Terminal, Unique Tropic Escape 111, Coral Towers Holiday Suites, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, Cairns Sheridan Hotel, Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments, The Lakes Resort Cairns, Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments.

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