Cairns - the destination for families
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 family gathering 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 are suitable for festive occasions and meet the needs of families. After thorough examination of 81 hotels in Cairns, we present to you the top 10 accommodations that are ideal for family gatherings. These not only offer comfortable lodging but also provide special facilities and amenities for festive occasions.

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. ibis Styles Cairns

    Building hotel ibis Styles Cairns
    Hotel rooms 75 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 15 Florence Street (Corner of Florence and Lake Streets), 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.2 km to city centre
    • 5.1 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    941 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Business Center
    • Pool
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (75 rooms)
  • 2. Cairns Rainbow Resort

    Building hotel Cairns Rainbow Resort
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 179 Sheridan St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.7 km to city centre
    • 4.5 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    295 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category N/A
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Large capacity (100 rooms)
  • 3. Summer House Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Summer House Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 84 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 341 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.1 km to city centre
    • 3.1 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    509 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (84 rooms)
    • Very affordable
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  • 4. Tropical Queenslander

    Building hotel Tropical Queenslander
    Hotel rooms 58 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 287 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 1.5 km to city centre
    • 3.6 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    102 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (58 rooms)
    • Bus parking
    • Very affordable
  • 5. Tropical Heritage Cairns

    Building hotel Tropical Heritage Cairns
    Hotel rooms 45 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 8 Minnie St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 km to city centre
    • 4.8 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    549 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    • Conference Rooms
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
    • Bus parking
  • 6. Mad Monkey Central

    Building hotel Mad Monkey Central
    Hotel rooms 54 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 100-102 Sheridan St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.3 km to city centre
    • 0.4 km to public transport
    • 5.4 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    208 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (54 rooms)
    • Very affordable
  • 7. Hides Hotel

    Building hotel Hides Hotel
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 87 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.0 km to city centre
    • 5.5 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    412 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (100 rooms)
  • 8. MiHaven Student Living - Student Accommodation

    Building hotel MiHaven Student Living - Student Accommodation
    Hotel rooms 42 total
    Property type Holiday Home
    Address 4 Pemboke Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.9 km to city centre
    • 1.1 km to public transport
    • 4.9 km to airport
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 9. Motel Nomad

    Building hotel Motel Nomad
    Hotel rooms 54 total
    Property type Aparthotel
    Address 312-314 Mulgrave Road, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.7 km to city centre
    • 2.3 km to public transport
    • 6.5 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    31 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Conference Rooms
    • Pool (Free)
    • Spa
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Bus parking
    • Breakfast
    • Large capacity (54 rooms)
    • Very affordable
  • 10. Dreamtime Travellers Rest

    Building hotel Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 189 Bunda street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.5 km to city centre
    • 0.1 km to public transport
    • 5.6 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    882 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
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