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Situated in Jungara Station, Tranquility on Parkridge offers accommodation with a private pool, a patio and mountain views. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 6.9 km from Cairns Station. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Very nice place, great details of the room, small and cozy. We enjoyed our 1 night stay and Wayne was very nice and drove us to the airport at 4am in the morning .

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9.7
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Karinya is situated in Clifton Beach, 24 km from Cairns Station and 24 km from Cairns Convention Centre. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Clifton Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The guest house has a hot tub and private check-in and check-out. The location was excellent and the premises relaxing. Being able to have our dogs with us on holidays was fantastic.

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9.5
Exceptional
42 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

Ranch Retreat, a property with a garden, is set in Kewarra Beach, 49 km from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 9 km from Skyway Rainforest Cableway, as well as 18 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens. The air-conditioned accommodation is 21 km from Cairns Station, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Cairns Convention Centre. Everything. It is a lovely, lovely property in a beautiful quiet location. Met Harvey and he’s a really nice guy who gave us great recommendations. Just a shame we couldn’t stay longer. Thanks so much.

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9.9
Exceptional
51 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

Set in Holloways Beach, 1.1 km from Holloways Beach and 13 km from Cairns Station, Haven Guesthouse offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With pool views, this accommodation features a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 13 km from Cairns Convention Centre. The hosts had thought of everything. There was loads of lovely little touches plus they were both really friendly!

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10
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$79
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, pool view and a patio, Beach Bliss, Private Bedroom, Private Lounge & Bathroom, plus Netflix, Wifi is located in Kewarra Beach. This homestay features free private parking and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is situated 600 metres from Kewarra Beach. Lovely family who go out of their way to make your stay an enjoyable one. Very clean and quiet. Bed comfy. There is a large closet in the room with hangers and a set of drawers. Plenty of space to store clothes. There is a shared bathroom but not an issue for us. It was always available when we needed. Shower is amazing - whisper quiet and very relaxing with over head and hand held. We didn't use pool area because it was winter and a bit too chilly and rainy but they have set up a table and chairs poolside along with a BBQ that is for guest use. They have a dog but aside from a few brief barks no interaction. They do their best to keep the dog in areas away from guests. Bron, Howie, and Talita are always cheerful and available for help or advice regarding tours, dining, sights etc. We weren't planning on this type of accomodation. Happened by accident but in the end a happy accident. And with the money we saved, we had enough left over in our travel budget to take a tour of the reef.

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9.2
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
US$104
per night

Boasting inner courtyard views, Homestay at Julie's provides accommodation with patio, around 1.5 km from Cairns Station. It is located 2.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre and offers a shared kitchen. Every room is fitted with a terrace with garden views and free WiFi. I had a fantastic stay at Julie's. I felt at home immediately and I was made very welcome. I really enjoyed the activities that Julie invited me to, including the dances and quiz. I loved my stay and I would definitely want to stay again if I return to Cairns. Thank you Julie 😊

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8.1
Very good
110 reviews
Price from
US$129
per night

Floriana Boutique Hotel is a recently renovated guest house in Cairns, where guests can take a dip in its outdoor swimming pool and make the most of its free WiFi, free bikes and garden. The property has sea and inner courtyard views, and is 2.5 km from Cairns Station. The guest house features facilities for disabled guests. Stayed around 2 weeks with my wife. Very pleasant room and environment. Good amenities, wonderful and kind staff. Restaurant food is delicious and innovative.

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8.8
Fabulous
257 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

Nolan garden shared house in whitfield is located in Stratford and features a private pool and inner courtyard views. Providing a garden, the property is located within 7.1 km of Cairns Station. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. What an absolute stunner! Spending a few nights in this wonderful green neighbourhood, with breathtaking views over Cairns and waking up to bird‘s songs was a real treat. Suzie is a great host with a beautiful home. Thank you.

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8.6
Fabulous
46 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Gorgeous Private Relaxing Quite Homestay is set in Westcourt. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.9 km from Cairns Station.

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10
Exceptional
4 reviews
Price from
US$61
per night

Boasting accommodation with a saltwater pool, pool view and a patio, Rainforest Studio with Pool is situated in Palm Cove. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 26 km from Cairns Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.3 km from Palm Cove Beach.

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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

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