The Best Hotels Closest to Cairns Marlin Marina in Cairns for 2026

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A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Dave

NT$5,940

NT$6,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Taylor

NT$6,265

NT$6,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a black and beige rug, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

carlos

NT$4,460

NT$4,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Ryan

NT$4,703

NT$5,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Alok

NT$4,507

NT$4,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a narrow beach, surrounded by clear turquoise waters and lush greenery.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Jeromy

NT$6,057

NT$6,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a bar area with stools.

A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

7. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Stephen

NT$4,864

NT$4,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.9 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Laura

NT$3,956

NT$4,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

9. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Micheala

NT$5,515

NT$6,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

An outdoor area with a covered walkway, string lights, and various plants.

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 1.5 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Jean

NT$5,731

NT$6,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Paul

NT$5,028

NT$5,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

12. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Michaela

NT$4,418

NT$4,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

13. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Catherine

NT$5,028

NT$5,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Suzanne

NT$4,886

NT$5,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A boat named 'Prawn Star' docked at a marina with a sign advertising 'Fresh Seafood' and 'Prawns & Seafood Off the Trawler'.

15. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Terri

NT$4,605

NT$5,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern building with a unique facade, a central entrance, and a sign for the 'INGARUMING ART CENTRE'.

An aerial view of a coral reef with clear blue waters and a distant shoreline.

16. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Hannah

NT$3,044

NT$3,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 1.2 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Giannina

NT$5,715

NT$5,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

James

NT$4,481

NT$4,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

19. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 2.6 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Elizabeth

NT$2,539

NT$3,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern bar area with a long counter and several stools, a reception desk in the background, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.3 km from Cairns Marlin Marina

Douglas

NT$3,741

NT$4,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Marlin Marina

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Cairns Marlin Marina Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location, great amenities and very helpful staff. The rooms were serviced daily and items were replenished according to your preferences. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food and drink and was good value for money. The hotel room was very clean. Only downside was that some elements of the hotel look a bit tired (eg the outside walls, some of the paintwork and soft furnishings) and could do with a refresh. Overall would recommend and would stay again."

Pullman Cairns International

10/10 Excellent

"We returned to this establishment as I wanted to and needed to examine the antique Melodeon that I inspected on a previous visit. I needed to take some photos and measurements as I had another unit of a client that was needing a full restoration and would have even offered to buy the unit in the hotel however some staff remembered seeing it in the main hall but no one was able to remember where it had gone or why. The securing marks were still on the wall where the Melodeon was placed but now it is gone somewhere???????? Very disappointed......."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great position being on the waterfront, with close proximity to restaurants, tours and shopping. Staff were very friendly and room was well maintained with good services. Highly recommend this establishment."

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The buffet breakfast is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. It was excellent. The location is perfect for views and a stroll. Very comfortable beds and they have room service if you’re just too tired to go out. Loved it!"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Quite clean and spacious. I disliked the bed having wheels. You couldn’t sit up on the bed and lean on the wall. The beds kept rolling away."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Could not fault the stay. Staff professional and very attentive to any request. Adrian at reception went above and beyond a valued member of staff we are sure. Room was spotless and everything functional."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

Oaks Cairns Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious room #402. Had previously stayed in #403 and it was good but much smaller. As the start of the Cairns festival was beginning there was some noise from drumming etc but the eased off early in the night. Did not use the restaurant or the bar during this visit. Contact with reception staff was friendly and effecient"

Other attractions near Cairns Marlin Marina

A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

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Cairns Regional Gallery

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Regional Gallery during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Reef Hotel Casino

8.2/10 (1,409 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Reef Hotel Casino during your travels in Tropical North Waterfront? Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Reef Teach

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Reef Teach during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cairns Marlin Marina?

Cairns Marlin Marina is located in a welcoming area of Tropical North Waterfront known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 292 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cairns Marlin Marina?

Adjacent to Cairns Marlin Marina, Pacific Hotel Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cairns Marlin Marina?

Expedia has 292 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Marlin Marina.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Marlin Marina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Cairns Marlin Marina.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cairns Marlin Marina?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Cairns Marlin Marina, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Cairns Marlin Marina?

You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. Spend some time wandering around Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Muddy's Playground, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Teach, and Cairns Performing Arts Centre.

How can I get to Cairns Marlin Marina?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Cairns Marlin Marina is simple. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Cairns Station. You can learn about water travel options at the marina.

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Our top choices for Cairns Marlin Marina hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

7. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

9. Hilton Cairns

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Pacific Hotel Cairns

13. Pullman Cairns International

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

15. Oaks Cairns Hotel

16. Cairns City Palms

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

19. Cairns Holiday Park

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Marlin Marina

Top Cairns Marlin Marina Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Oaks Cairns Hotel

Other attractions near Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

Michaelmas Cay

Cairns Regional Gallery

Reef Hotel Casino

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Reef Teach

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