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A coastal town with dense forest, a mountain, and a large body of water.
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Our top choices for Cairns hotels on the lake

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

1. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is ₹17,238
₹17,238 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
201 Lake Street Apartments
A tropical resort with a pool, palm trees, and a wooden bridge over a pond.

2. The Lakes Resort Cairns

The Lakes Resort Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (569 reviews)
"The Resort was amazing and the staff were friendly and helpful. The room we stayed in was oldish and wasn't exactly clean i.e. mould in bathroom/toilet and kitchen cooktop. But overall, for the price, it was a huge apartment and we enjoyed our stay :)"
Australia
Narelle
The Lakes Resort Cairns
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

3. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay! The staff was all so sweet!"
United States
Micheala
The price is ₹16,667
₹18,334 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Cairns

4. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is ₹14,799
₹16,279 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

5. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and views. The staff are very helpful."
Australia
Catherine
The price is ₹14,065
₹15,472 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pullman Cairns International
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.

6. Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ₹11,944
₹13,228 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

7. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"
Australia
Michaela
The price is ₹12,526
₹13,858 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a sign for Charlie's restaurant.

8. Acacia Court Hotel

Acacia Court Hotel
3.5 star property
Cairns North
6.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay there "
Australia
Rebecca Not applicable
The price is ₹9,454
₹10,400 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Acacia Court Hotel
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

9. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is ₹18,897
₹20,787 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Quite clean and spacious. I disliked the bed having wheels. You couldn’t sit up on the bed and lean on the wall. The beds kept rolling away."
Manoa 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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