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 typeHotel
    Address15 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
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    941 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Business Center
    • Pool
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (75 rooms)
    • Breakfast
  • 2. Cairns Rainbow Resort

    Building hotel Cairns Rainbow Resort
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address179 Sheridan St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.7 km to city centre
    • 4.5 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    295 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category N/A
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (100 rooms)
    • Breakfast
  • 3. Summer House Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Summer House Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 84 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address341 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.1 km to city centre
    • 3.1 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    509 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (84 rooms)
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  • 4. Tropical Queenslander

    Building hotel Tropical Queenslander
    Hotel rooms 58 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address287 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 1.5 km to city centre
    • 3.6 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (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
    • Very affordable
    • Bus parking
    • Large capacity (58 rooms)
  • 5. Tropical Heritage Cairns

    Building hotel Tropical Heritage Cairns
    Hotel rooms 45 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address8 Minnie St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 km to city centre
    • 4.8 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (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
    • Bus parking
    • Very affordable
  • 6. Caravella Backpackers

    Building hotel Caravella Backpackers
    Hotel rooms 48 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address149 The Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.6 km to city centre
    • 4.6 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    562 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 7. Mad Monkey Central

    Building hotel Mad Monkey Central
    Hotel rooms 54 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address100-102 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
    RatingGreat   (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
  • 8. Hides Hotel

    Building hotel Hides Hotel
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address87 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.0 km to city centre
    • 5.5 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    412 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Large capacity (100 rooms)
    • Very affordable
  • 9. Palm Royale Cairns

    Building hotel Palm Royale Cairns
    Hotel rooms 150 total
    Property typeResort
    Address7 - 11 Chester Court, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.2 km to city centre
    • 3.1 km to public transport
    • 5.9 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    608 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (150 rooms)
    • Very affordable
    • Breakfast
  • 10. Acacia Court Hotel

    Building hotel Acacia Court Hotel
    Hotel rooms 148 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address223 - 227 Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 1.4 km to city centre
    • 3.7 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (4/10p.)
    386 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category€ (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (148 rooms)
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