Beachfront hotels in Cairns

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Cairns. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Cairns Beach Resort Cairns, Australia

  

  Aparthotel. Located at Holloways Beach, Australis Cairns Beach Resort is just 10 minutes' drive north of Cairns City. It offers 4-star apartments set amidst tropical, landscaped gardens. The 1-bedroom apartments are self-contained with kitchen and laundry facilities, and have private balconies which overlook the resort's beautiful gardens, pool area or the Coral Sea. Enjoy the BBQ facilities and relax in the landscaped pool area. A tour desk is available to assist with local attractions. Car rental services are provided on site. Cairns International Airport is 15 minutes' drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 282 AUD.

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• 2 Waterfront Terraces Cairns, Australia

  

  Aparthotel. Waterfront Terraces Holiday Apartments offers comfortable accommodation in a unique position on Cairns Esplanade. Waterfront Terraces is a Queenslander-style building that provides fully self-contained apartments overlooking Trinity Inlet and the parkland foreshore of Cairns Harbour. Surrounded by stunning landscaped tropical gardens, this property is within easy walking distance of the Cairns CBD, and close to major Cairns attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, Cape Tribulation and the Daintree National Parks. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 3 Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views Cairns, Australia

  

  Apartment. Set in Cairns, Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views offers a terrace with city and sea views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking nearby. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Cairns Station, Cairns Convention Centre and Cairns Regional Gallery. The nearest airport is Cairns, 7 km from Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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• 4 Cairns Ocean View Apartment Cairns, Australia

  

  Apartment. Cairns Ocean View Apartment is a privately owned two bedroom, two bathroom luxury apartment, situated on the 11th floor. It boasts views out over the Great Barrier Reef with vision of spectacular Green Island on the horizon from the large balcony. Cairns Ocean View Apartment is located in a residence on the waterfront and has many facilities including three swimming pools, tennis courts, gym, sauna and spa. Located on the ground floor of the main building you will have access to the bar and fire and ice restaurant. A-la-carte menu or the world famous buffet are fantastic choices to try while on your holiday. Room service is also available. Cairns Base Hospital is 300 metres from Cairns Ocean View Apartment, while The Cairns Civic Theater is 700 metres from the property. Cairns Airport is 4 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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• 5 Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment Cairns, Australia

  

  Apartment. This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor of the building, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade. The city center of Cairns is only minutes from the property. The apartment features fantastic views out over the Great Barrier Reef, with vision of Green Island on the horizon. Below you can see views of landscaped gardens and pools, and to the south there are views of the Cairns Marina, Cairns lagoon and Cairns city. Guests have access to three superb resort swimming pools, two tennis courts, a health and fitness center along with spa and sauna, all situated within the building complex. There is also a restaurant and bar available for guests to enjoy within the building, with dining options including tapas and seafood. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 690 AUD.

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• 6 Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment Cairns, Australia

  

  Apartment. Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment is located in the Rydges Esplanade Resort complex. It boasts fantastic views out over the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island. The two bedroom, two bathroom luxury apartment has been totally renovated. The open-plan living, dining and lounge area is spacious with plenty of seating. There are 2 balconies with seating options. Rydges Esplanade Resort complex includes two tennis courts, gym and multiple swimming pools. Inside the main building you will find a gift shop, tour booking desk, a restaurant and bar. Coral Hedge Restaurant offers guests a great place to indulge into a full cooked buffet or an A La Carte menu. The restaurant is open from 06:00 to 22:00 daily and offers breakfast, an all day menu and dinner. Room service is also available. Cairns Base Hospital is 200 metres from Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment, while the city centre is 10 minutes' walk. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 10 minutes' drive from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 690 AUD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!