Cairns - the destination for hikers
Portrait of Monika Ebner, Head of Operations & Client Service
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Monika Ebner
Hotel expert at tripmakery.com


If you are planning a hiking tour in Cairns and are looking for suitable accommodation, the choice of the hotel is crucial. However, it turns out that it's not always easy to find accommodations that not only offer comfortable lodging but are also ideally located for exciting hiking tours. After thorough examination of 81 hotels in Cairns, we present to you the top 10 accommodations that are perfect for hiking tours. These not only offer a pleasant stay but also provide special facilities and amenities for outdoor enthusiasts.

Getting offers from different hotels is unfortunately very time-consuming, we know that. That's why we have created our dedicated service, which provides you with fitting offers!

Note: The selection was made according to our experts' own criteria and experience and  does NOT contain paid advertising!

  • 1. Reef Palms

    Building hotel Reef Palms
    Hotel rooms 42 total
    Property typeResort
    Address41-47 Digger Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.7 mi to city centre
    • 2.2 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    752 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Business Center
    • Pool (Free)
    • Spa
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
    Benefits
    • Bus parking
    • Breakfast
  • 2. Sarayi Boutique Hotel

    Building hotel Sarayi Boutique Hotel
    Hotel rooms 26 total
    Property typeAparthotel
    Address95 Williams Esplanade, 4879 Palm Cove, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.2 mi to city centre
    • 9.6 mi to public transport
    • 10.6 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    406 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
  • 3. Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside

    Building hotel Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside
    Hotel rooms 173 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.8 mi to city centre
    • 2.4 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    1502 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Business Center
    • Conference Rooms
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£££ (around £45 - £65/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Large capacity (173 rooms)
    • Bus parking
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  • 4. Golden Sands Beachfront Resort

    Building hotel Golden Sands Beachfront Resort
    Hotel rooms 32 total
    Property typeAparthotel
    Address12-14 Deauville Close, 4878 Yorkeys Knob, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.3 mi to city centre
    • 4.7 mi to public transport
    • 4.9 mi to airport
    RatingExcellent   (10/10p.)
    4 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 5. City Terraces Cairns

    Building hotel City Terraces Cairns
    Hotel rooms 34 total
    Property typeAparthotel
    Address63/65 McLeod Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.1 mi to city centre
    • 0.4 mi to public transport
    • 3.1 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    29 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category££ (around £30 - £45/night)
  • 6. Sunshine Tower Hotel

    Building hotel Sunshine Tower Hotel
    Hotel rooms 55 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address136-140 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.2 mi to city centre
    • 2.9 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    134 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Spa
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (55 rooms)
  • 7. BIG4 Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park

    Building hotel BIG4 Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park
    Hotel rooms 22 total
    Property typeHoliday Park
    AddressThe Rocks Rd, Redlynch, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 4.9 mi to city centre
    • 3.6 mi to public transport
    • 5.2 mi to airport
    RatingExcellent   (10/10p.)
    545 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Spa
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category££ (around £30 - £45/night)
  • 8. Castaways Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Castaways Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address207 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.6 mi to city centre
    • 2.6 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    307 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 9. Cairns Central YHA

    Building hotel Cairns Central YHA
    Hotel rooms 52 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address20-26 Mcleod Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.1 mi to city centre
    • 0.2 mi to public transport
    • 3.5 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    348 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (52 rooms)
  • 10. Dreamtime Travellers Rest

    Building hotel Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address189 Bunda street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.3 mi to city centre
    • 0.1 mi to public transport
    • 3.5 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    882 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
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