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Three-Star Hotels in Cairns

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The best three-star hotels in Cairns

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Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

T
Tomomi
From
Japan
Nice location and great staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews
Price from
US$72.96
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Monkey Village

Cairns

Refurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.

P
Petra
From
Malta
Really nice and friendly atmosphere. It’s a great hostel for socializing and having a few drinks but also quiet after midnight which is perfect. There’s also a great pool area and TV room to relax! The staff are also really nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,132 reviews
Price from
US$83.53
1 night, 2 adults

Coral Tree Inn

Hotel in Cairns

Nestled in the heart of Cairns, close to attractions, restaurants and bars, Coral Tree Inn is a private property offering you a tropical and peaceful sanctuary.

S
Sonya
From
United Kingdom
Lovely, easy to find, parking, friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,315 reviews
Price from
US$112.10
1 night, 2 adults

Summer House Cairns

Cairns

Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.

m
marc
From
Spain
Clean, tidy and shiny, good staff as well, nice people and good vibes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,746 reviews
Price from
US$49.03
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns City Motel

Cairns

Offering free WiFi for all guests and an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Motel is located in just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Cairns Lagoon.

A
Anne
From
Papua New Guinea
I liked everything, the room, comfortable beds, TV and the free WiFi, rooms were cleaned and neat always
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
Price from
US$93.39
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns City Sheridan Motel

Cairns

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with a cascading waterfall and a separate dive pool, City Sheridan Motel is centrally located in Cairns City Centre.

R
Roanne
From
United Arab Emirates
Everything that I utilised was great!! The nice lady at the counter, The temperature of the room when I first arrived, The fresh cleanliness smell of the room, The comfort of the bed. It was all really good and no complaints from my end.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,755 reviews
Price from
US$113.43
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Tropiq

Hotel in Cairns

Situated 2 minutes' drive from the Cairns Esplanade, the refurbished Hotel Tropiq features accommodation with free WiFi and a balcony, with most offering garden and pool views.

r
roth
From
Switzerland
Very nice pool area with grill, super relaxing. Ashley at the reception was very nice and friendly. We even got an upgrade for our room which was excellent!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,256 reviews
Price from
US$85.92
1 night, 2 adults

Cairns Queens Court

Cairns

Cairns Queens Court is a privately owned and operated hotel located in central Cairns, offering affordable accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, and free off-street parking.

L
Lach
From
Poland
The apartment was clean and comfortable. Very nice staff and great location. Very nice stay. I recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,215 reviews
Price from
US$83.66
1 night, 2 adults

Hides Hotel

Hotel in Cairns

Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodation, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.

B
Bardos Sandor
From
Germany
Pleasant clean and extraordinary staff. exceptional , price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,365 reviews
Price from
US$90.15
1 night, 2 adults

Reef Palms

Cairns

Located 200 metres from the Esplanade and offering free Wi-Fi, Reef Palms offers self-contained studio and apartments, plus a swimming pool with recreational spa, barbecue area and full laundry...

A
Annette
From
New Zealand
The staff were helpful, caring and kind. Good communication, and helpful to tourists. Enjoyed having a machine on-site that dispensed drinks, water, snack bars, chips & milk for your room no matter the hour. Thanks folks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
Price from
US$104.19
1 night, 2 adults
All three-star hotels in Cairns

Looking for a three-star hotel?

Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

Most booked three-star hotels in Cairns and surroundings in the past month

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  • Coral Tree Inn

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,315 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Cairns, close to attractions, restaurants and bars, Coral Tree Inn is a private property offering you a tropical and peaceful sanctuary.

    From US$149.72 per night
  • Lake Central Cairns

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

    Lake Central Cairns provides rooms in Cairns near The Cairns Civic Theater and Cairns Aquarium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

    Koala Beach Resort Cairns is in the heart of Cairns’ city centre, only 500 metres from the Cairns Esplanade and the Lagoon.

  • Inner City Value

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Inner City Value is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Boasting a terrace, Pacific Cay motel is set in Cairns North in the Queensland region, 1.6 km from Cairns Station and 2.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

  • Royal Palm Villas

    Cairns
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    Royal Palm Villas is a property with a pool with a view, located in Cairns, within just 1.8 km of Cairns Station and 1.1 km of The Cairns Civic Theater.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a saltwater pool, pool view and a patio, Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments is set in Cairns.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and a swimming pool, Crystal Garden Resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns airport and 5 mins from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

Save money on three-star in Cairns and nearby – budget options available

  • Mad Monkey Central

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

    Kick back and enjoy a refreshing drink at our outdoor bar, serving up budget-friendly sips including locally brewed Coral Sea beer – perfect for those chilled pre-drinks to easily meet other...

    From US$59.67 per night
  • Mad Monkey Waterfront

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews

    You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!

    From US$72.35 per night
  • Cairns Motor Inn

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    From US$97.28 per night
  • Tropical Queenslander

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews

    Just 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette.

    From US$84.31 per night
  • Oasis Inn Apartments

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

    Located just a 2-minute drive from Cairns business district, this hotel offers budget accommodation in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.

    From US$98.06 per night
  • Motel Nomad

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Located in Cairns within 3 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 2.7 km of The Cairns Civic Theater, Motel Nomad provides rooms with free WiFi. This renovated 3-star motel offers room service.

    From US$106.82 per night
  • Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 354 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and free WiFi.

    From US$132.30 per night
  • Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

    Cairns
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

    This 4-star hotel offers stylish accommodation with free WiFi. Offering easy access to the city centre, it is just 15 minutes' drive to Cairns Airport and 10 minutes' drive to the city centre.

    From US$141.01 per night

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  • Coral Reef Resort

    Cairns
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Coral Reef Resort is set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 3.8 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

    Located less than 5 km from Cairns city centre, First City Caravilla offers holiday cabins with flat-screen TV and cooking facilities. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews

    Situated on 5 acres of tropical gardens, Cairns Gateway Resort offers free on-site parking and a variety of facilities, just 8 km from Cairns.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$124.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
    Close to city centre. Budget accomodation. Clean and comfortable accomodation.
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$90.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,366 reviews
    This place has bags of potential, it just needs some serious investment! The historic 2nd floor is very cool. Location v central and only a tad noisy on a Saturday night, but not enough to keep me up. I was nervous after reading other reviews but honestly for a budget hotel this place was fine, and large rooms. Bag storage available too.
    Guest review by
    Jessica
    Family with young children