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Our top choices for Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) hotels

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is NT$2,750
NT$3,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Cairns Southgate Hotel
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

2. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,130 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is NT$3,411
NT$3,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a resort building.

3. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 3.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is NT$2,772
NT$3,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

4. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is NT$4,412
NT$4,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Crystalbrook Flynn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

5. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is NT$2,645
NT$2,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A hotel courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall.

6. Palm Royale Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns
4.0 star property
Manunda, 5.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We only stayed one night between a connecting flight. Reasonably close to the airport. Staff were friendly. Room was quite big. Building is quite rundown but we didn't explore any of the pool area or restaurants as we arrived late in the evening and left first thing in the morning."
Australia
Chloe
The price is NT$2,179
NT$2,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Palm Royale Cairns
A row of houses with a paved driveway, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

7. Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the cabins. Everything we needed. Handy having the laundry to catch up on washing while travelling. Pool was nice."
Australia
Anne
The price is NT$3,082
NT$3,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

8. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"The location was perfect—right on the marina and close to all the activities around the reef and shopping plus parks and restaurants. The staff were amongst some of the friendliest and most helpful we’ve had on our travels!"
United States
Jonah
The price is NT$4,600
NT$5,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A multi-level atrium with palm trees, a staircase, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

9. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 4.6 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good for your weekend hotel"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is NT$1,793
NT$1,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Cairns Queens Court
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

10. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is NT$4,009
NT$4,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Cairns
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

11. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.9 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is NT$4,512
NT$4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

12. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.8 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574 reviews)
"Lovely clean room. Great one night stay.Only thing that spoiled it was the noise from the nightclub close by so not a good sleep."
Australia
Jenny
The price is NT$3,295
NT$3,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Benson Hotel
A hotel with a distinctive dome structure, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

13. Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 4.4 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Good for over night stay between snorkelling."
Australia
jyoti
The price is NT$2,414
NT$2,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Cairns City Palms
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.

14. Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.3 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is NT$4,348
NT$4,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Crystalbrook Bailey
Bar (on property)

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.2 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is NT$3,783
NT$4,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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.

16. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 4.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is NT$5,057
NT$5,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

17. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 3.5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"fantastic room, clean and updated with wifi. Laundry in unit was great. Shower was best, lotsa pressure. close to airport. definately recommend"
Canada
ellen
The price is NT$3,086
NT$3,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Tropic Towers Apartments
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

18. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is NT$3,673
NT$4,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

19. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3.5 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Easy parking, handy to airport."
Australia
Mary
The price is NT$3,599
NT$3,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

20. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 5.7 km from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is NT$3,264
NT$3,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.
Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
39 reviews
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A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,130 reviews
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A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a resort building.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,004 reviews
View
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.
Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
105 reviews
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Top Cairns Intl. Hotel Reviews

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed the stay. Recommended"
Sainath 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Cairns

Reef Palms Motel

Reef Palms Motel

41-47 Digger Street Cairns North QLD
The price is NT$2,362 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
NT$2,362
NT$2,599 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees

Guide to exploring around Cairns Intl.

Cairns Intl. hotels information

Number of reviews
10,412
Accommodation
1,388 hotels
Lowest Price
NT$1,972
Highest Price
NT$5,563

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like near Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations located within a mile of the airport.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Cairns Colonial Club Resort is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular hotel, featuring 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi. It's located 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS). Other choices near the airport include The Oceanfront Cairns and Cairns Harbourside Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations near Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS).

What can I see and do near the airport in Cairns?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Cairns Museum. You can watch performances at Tanks Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Bulmba-ja Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. Spend some time wandering around Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Cairns Botanic Gardens, and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.