Can you book a 5-star family friendly hotels in Cairns?

If you're looking to make your Cairns stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated family friendly hotels are Pullman Reef Hotel Casino (£118/night), DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns (£80/night), and Hilton Cairns (£96/night).

How many family friendly hotels are there in total in Cairns?

There are 71 Cairns family hotels available out of a total 571 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Cairns family friendly hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite family friendly hotels in Cairns are Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments , Coral Tree Inn , and DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns . With a rating of 8.8/10, DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is the highest-rated hotel.

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Cairns Sheridan Hotel

295 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

This 4-star hotel is located in Cairns North and includes a spa bath, a saltwater swimming pool and a coffee maker. Just minutes from Cairns, it offers comfortable overnight stay in a convenient location.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.1

Excellent

1159 reviews

Location

1.3 mi from city centre

£74

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Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

423 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Located in Earlville, Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel provides unique 3-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi. It also offers laundry facilities, a playground and meeting rooms.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.6

Excellent

462 reviews

Location

2.3 mi from city centre

£65

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Coral Tree Inn

166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Conveniently set moments from Cairns, Coral Tree Inn is close to local sightseeing spots, such as Reef Teach. It also features an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a saltwater swimming pool.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.1

Excellent

3895 reviews

Location

0.3 mi from city centre

£63

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Conveniently located minutes from Cairns, the hotel offers beachfront accommodation in Cairns. It provides a fully-equipped gym, 3 outdoor swimming pools, and a heated outdoor spa.

Free Wi-Fi

7.8

Good

3039 reviews

Location

0.6 mi from city centre

£75

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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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

8.2

Excellent

2952 reviews

Location

0.2 mi from city centre

£94

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Oaks Cairns Hotel

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

8.7

Excellent

1939 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£84

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Club Wyndham Cairns

72-84 Kowinka Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

2 outdoor pools, a coffee shop/cafe, and WiFi in public areas are available at this aparthotel. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden. Each apartment provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. For entertainment, guests will find a TV with cable channels, and other amenities include a hair dryer. Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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8.2

Excellent

19 reviews

Location

3.6 mi from city centre

£120

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Crystalbrook Riley

131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Boasting free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, this Cairns hotel is conveniently located moments from Cairns. It features a gym, as well as babysitting/child services, an express check-in and check-out feature and a ticket service.

Free Wi-Fi

8.6

Excellent

2754 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£117

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The Abbott Boutique Hotel

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

9.1

Excellent

2036 reviews

Location

0.3 mi from city centre

£74

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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pierpoint Road Po Box 7170, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Offering outdoor tennis courts, a rooftop pool and free Wi-Fi, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is within a short walk of Cairns Regional Gallery and Tusa Dive. Views of harbour, mountain and lake can be marvelled at from the in-house gym.

Free Wi-Fi

8.4

Excellent

3454 reviews

Location

0.5 mi from city centre

£107

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How much does it usually cost to stay at a family-friendly hotel in Cairns?

On average, a family-friendly hotel room in Cairns costs about £117 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was £140.

Which month has the lowest rates for family friendly hotels in Cairns?

February is the cheapest month to book a family-friendly hotel in Cairns, with average nightly rates around £65. Prices are highest in July, when rates rise to about £212 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Cairns family friendly hotels?

Family friendly hotels in Cairns are most affordable on Mondays, with average nightly rates around £80. Wednesdays are usually the most expensive, averaging £134 per night.

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 £46, rising to an average cost of £111, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £62 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns for tonight.

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What’s the recommended booking timeframe for Cairns family friendly hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Cairns family-friendly hotel at least 83 days before your stay.

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