Cairns · Stay
Best Resorts & Stays
Where to base yourself, for every kind of trip.
6 hand-picked places · curated by locals
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Crystalbrook Riley
The city's glamorous tower, a vast pool, rooftop bar and a 12-storey waterslide.
FamilyLuxury - 02Boutique$$$$
Reef House, Palm Cove
Adults-only colonial calm under the melaleucas, 25 min north, couples' bliss.
CouplesLuxury - 03Hotel$$$
Shangri-La The Marina
Right on the marina where the reef boats leave, wake up and walk to your trip.
CouplesFamily - 04Hotel$$$
Pullman Cairns International
Grand, central and pool-led, a solid all-rounder for families in the city.
Family - 05Resort$$$
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple
Lagoon-pool resort on the quiet Palm Cove beachfront, north of the city.
FamilyCouples - 06Holiday park$
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
Pools, jumping pillow and cabins close to the action, the value family base.
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