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A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

1. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

carlos

₹13,509

₹14,873 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Taylor

₹21,026

₹23,129 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Alok

₹16,599

₹18,464 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

An outdoor area with a covered walkway, string lights, and various plants.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

4. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Jean

₹18,607

₹20,586 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a bar area with stools.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

5. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Stephen

₹15,394

₹15,394 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

6. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Laura

₹12,153

₹13,368 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

7. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 1.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Jason

₹11,903

₹13,155 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

8. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground

Paul

₹17,615

₹19,376 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

9. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

Leonie

₹12,924

₹14,392 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

10. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Micheala

₹18,685

₹20,553 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A balcony with a table and chairs, a bed with a pillow, and a view of buildings and mountains.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Heritage Cairns Hotel.'

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a beach.

A kitchen counter with a microwave, toaster, and organized food storage bins.

11. Heritage Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.3 km from Muddy's Playground

David

₹10,211

₹11,371 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Suzanne

₹17,801

₹19,581 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

13. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Genaviv

₹17,615

₹19,376 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

14. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Theodore

₹10,885

₹11,974 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

15. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Giannina

₹17,482

₹17,482 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a TV.

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Terri

₹18,855

₹20,741 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Cassandra

₹14,569

₹16,026 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

18. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 1.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Elizabeth

₹7,077

₹9,806 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern bar area with a long counter and several stools, a reception desk in the background, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

19. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground

Douglas

₹10,764

₹11,974 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a view of the pool and buildings outside.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

20. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

Jim

₹15,436

₹16,980 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 59 59 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 1001 1,001 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 1002 1,002 reviews	View
Reef Gateway Apartments	9.0 19 19 reviews	View
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments	9.0 916 916 reviews	View

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Disappointed"

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The view from our room was wonderful, though it was a fair walk to the main restaurant hub. It's a shame the property doesn't have a restaurant of its own operating, but there's one nearby. It looks like the place is being freshened up a bit, which is good. It has great potential. The air con in our room was a bit hit and miss, but luckily the weather was lovely. We enjoyed our stay here."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and clean and facilities were worth the money"

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and close to restaurants and attractions."

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property and great location"

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Rooms were clean and comfortable despite being a little dated."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Cairns Plaza is a clean, simple hotel with great views and a very helpful staff. We stayed in a suite, so the living room, kitchen supplies (fridge, utensils/plates and microwave) and separate bedroom made things so easy and comfortable. They have coin-op laundry facilities on-site, which was helpful as this was the second stop on a two-week trip for us. There is a great cafe (Muddy’s Cafe) across the street in the park that offers a 10% discount to hotel guests. It was delicious. The hotel is right along the esplanade, so an easy walk to many restaurants and shops. The hotel isn’t fancy (no fitness center, on-site resturant, etc.) , but it has every thing you need for a really pleasant stay. We’d stay here again for sure!"

Crystalbrook Bailey

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Great room and amenities Recommend"

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

A narrow indoor market with various stalls selling jewelry and trinkets.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

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A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

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St Monica's Cathedral

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Monica's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Cairns Mudflats

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cairns Mudflats during your travels in Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Icon Cancer Centre Cairns

If Icon Cancer Centre Cairns is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cairns.

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Performing Arts Centre during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Wander the lush rainforests and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Muddy's Playground?

Muddy's Playground is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 384 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Muddy's Playground?

Adjacent to Muddy's Playground, Crystalbrook Bailey is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and 3 bars. Other good choices close by include Pacific Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Muddy's Playground?

Expedia has 384 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Muddy's Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Muddy's Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Muddy's Playground.

What can I see and do near Muddy's Playground?

You can catch a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre and Tanks Arts Centre. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Cairns Botanic Gardens. Create some family memories at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Reef Teach while you're exploring the area around Muddy's Playground.

How can I get to Muddy's Playground?

To venture out into the surrounding area, ride aboard one of the trains from Cairns Station. There may not be many public transport choices near Muddy's Playground so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Muddy's Playground hotels

1. Floriana Boutique Hotel

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Reef Gateway Apartments

5. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

6. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

7. Tropic Towers Apartments

8. Crystalbrook Bailey

9. Pacific Hotel Cairns

10. Hilton Cairns

11. Heritage Cairns

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

13. Pullman Cairns International

14. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

15. 201 Lake Street Apartments

16. Oaks Cairns Hotel

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

18. Cairns Holiday Park

19. Alivio Hotel Cairns

20. The Benson Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Crystalbrook Riley

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Crystalbrook Bailey

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

St Monica's Cathedral

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Cairns Mudflats

Icon Cancer Centre Cairns

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Michaelmas Cay

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