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Our top choices for Cairns Esplanade Lagoon hotels

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

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is ￥12,865
￥14,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Crystalbrook Flynn
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is ￥22,086
￥24,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and the staff are very friendly and helpful providing recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. We also enjoyed an excellent breakfast at the hotel's cafe."
United States
Jason
The price is ￥19,877
￥21,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Floriana Boutique Hotel
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.

4. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, had everything we needed."
United States
JoHanna
The price is ￥25,972
￥28,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is ￥18,206
￥20,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

6. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 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 ￥23,901
￥26,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

7. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is ￥19,627
￥21,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hilton Cairns
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (926 reviews)
"The apartment was spacious, clean and comfortable. Our only real issue was the after hours check in process."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is ￥18,103
￥18,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,126 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is ￥16,356
￥18,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 2.2 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 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 ￥19,492
￥21,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Tropic Towers Apartments
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

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
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 ￥21,283
￥23,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Crystalbrook Bailey
Pool

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is ￥18,688
￥20,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

13. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and views. The staff are very helpful."
Australia
Catherine
The price is ￥14,336
￥15,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Pullman Cairns International
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

14. Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 1.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Was again an awesome stay. Have stayed here 3 times now and very accommodating."
Australia
Greg
The price is ￥27,603
￥30,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Reef Gateway Apartments
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

15. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is ￥32,627
￥35,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.1 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is ￥19,978
￥21,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Oaks Cairns Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

17. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is ￥18,380
￥20,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

18. The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (573 reviews)
"Clean and in the middle of the city. Short walks too."
Australia
Geiza
The price is ￥16,128
￥17,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Benson Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

19. Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Australia
Mishelle
The price is ￥17,829
￥19,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Escape On Lake
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

20. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North, 1 km from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is ￥26,201
￥26,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
201 Lake Street Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.
Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
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A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.
Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
61 reviews
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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.
Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

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

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006)
The price is ￥12,865
￥14,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Crystalbrook Flynn

Top Cairns Esplanade Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent
"Very good location."
Stephen 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Crystalbrook Riley

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

What's the area like around Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon 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 313 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Adjacent to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, 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 choices close by include Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns and Hilton Cairns.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Expedia has 313 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theater. You can wander around Muddy's Playground, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Reef Teach, Cairns Performing Arts Centre, and Cairns Botanic Gardens.
How can I get to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is easy. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. You can learn about water transportation options at the local marina.

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