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1. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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418 reviews
#1 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Mark T
By Mark T
"My wife and I stayed here recently with our 7 year old. We were made very welcome on arrival and were impressed with our room and all the facilities. The pool is excellent and much of our stay was spent in it."
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2. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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3,464 reviews
#2 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Ghofmann111
By Ghofmann111
"This property is well located near both the harbor and great shopping. Not a 5 star, but given its location definitely a place to consider. The room was adequate, furnished nicely and near a really nice looking pool."
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3. Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

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2,573 reviews
#3 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Linda M
By Linda M
"Check in was easy, the rooms are lovely and the customer service excellent. The room is spacious, has separate bathroom and toilet and a comfortable bed . Extra bonus was the Nespresso machine."
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4. Hilton Cairns

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3,164 reviews
#4 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Chris S
By Chris S
"Loved the room but would have preferred a king sized bed, rather than two small doubles. Shower great, good toilet products. Liked having a water filler on floor. Good coffee machine in room."
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5. Crystalbrook Riley

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806 reviews
#5 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Parentium43
By Parentium43
"Stunning views, ample bathroom and super comfy beds ( super sized roll aways too) . Incredible pool and lagoon area with towels provided. Drinks and snacks available but limited menu."
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6. Park Regis City Quays

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1,254 reviews
#6 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
ian632021
By ian632021
"Good location and kitchen facilities. Rooms are compact and decor a little bland - needs modernising and colour. Cleanliness was A1 - one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed."
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7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

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2,883 reviews
#7 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
tanya455
By tanya455
"Plenty of under ground parking, comfy beds, great Ocean views from our room. Onsite huge pool and spa. Short walk to all restaurants, cafes and lagoon. Good value for money, book your stay you wont be disappointed"
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8. Cairns Plaza Hotel

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1,423 reviews
#8 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Buta2013
By Buta2013
"After being messed around by Jetstar, the staff were extremely accommodating and very helpful. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfy beds. Perfectly located with bus stops and restaurants close by."
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9. Reef Palms

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788 reviews
#9 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Lyn D
By Lyn D
"If you are on a budget hotel is great , otherwise I would look elsewhere . Stayed here two weeks and all good for the price we paid. Room cleaning is only every 7 days but towels are changed every four."
Water View Apartment - Balcony
This is one of the highest rated properties in Cairns

10. Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments

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537 reviews
#10 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
melaniecjones9
By melaniecjones9
"Ideally located, impeccably clean and super friendly service. Spacious unit, beautiful views, comfy beds, well appointed kitchen with everything you need to relax and enjoy."

11. Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

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2,398 reviews
#11 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Ausadian
By Ausadian
"Great spot for families with kids. Great waterparks, karts and mini golf. Game room for the older kids and only about a 15min drive to central Cairns. Friendly helpful staff and great rooms."

12. Pullman Cairns International

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2,943 reviews
#12 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Chuck
By Chuck
"Not renovated, but spacious, comfortable with a great view of the mountains. Bedding was clean and comfortable, pillows were fantastic. Bathroom was spacious, good amenities and hot water pressure good."
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13. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

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1,037 reviews
#13 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Alsionbower
By Alsionbower
"The lush gardens and three swimming pools were a real highlight. Our room was very good value; the updated bathroom was nice and functional, bed was comfy and our garden view room was clean and spacious."

14. Mantra Esplanade Cairns

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2,537 reviews
#14 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Stephhalisha
By Stephhalisha
"Check in was easy and staff were all friendly, check in and out was super easy. Team were more than willing to help and accomodate baggage hold requests. Great location to bars and restaurants."

15. BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns

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1,113 reviews
#15 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
JeffandJess288
By JeffandJess288
"We stayed during a busy period - Race carnival, so prices in Cairns expensive. Nice apartment on floor 2, with pleasant garden outlook around terrace. Good pool access and great bbq areas."

16. Coral Tree Inn

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769 reviews
#16 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Jodie W
By Jodie W
"Water pressure good in the shower (important! ), large TV (bring your own plug in media). Welcome touches were the room service, responsive staff and brewed coffee in the morning."
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17. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

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776 reviews
#17 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
slnkelly
By slnkelly
"Both stays our room over looked the pool, which was nice. We were towards the back of the accomodation and did not have any noise problems. Rooms are ver spacious, bed comfortable."

18. Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, an IHG Hotel

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1,715 reviews
#18 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
gillianlf
By gillianlf
"Our room was clean, your usual hotel room setup but all very comfortable. We paid for a sea view room - totally worth it as the view was great. Really impressed with the included breakfast."
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19. Mantra Trilogy Cairns

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2,913 reviews
#19 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Dee
By Dee
"Lovely pool, surroundings and location. Pleasant, helpful staff who were always available to assist. Walking distance to shops and right on the Esplanade. Room was very clean and well set out with a space to sit."

20. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

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420 reviews
#20 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
MarkFlintoff
By MarkFlintoff
"Fresh carpet paint and furniture makes the room smell wonderful. A large working/dining table with comfortable tub chairs. Excellent water pressure in the shower unlike most hotels these days."

21. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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1,987 reviews
#21 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Brightonchick_10
By Brightonchick_10
"Good restaurant and room service. Parking on site and only 5 mins from town centre. Perfect if you are budget conscious and great for families. Pool is good size and perfect for those hot days."
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22. Cairns City Palms

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243 reviews
#22 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Simon-in-Civic
By Simon-in-Civic
"It has a pool and they do scones each morning from 7-10 - which is a cute idea. The bed was great and the room was nicely renovated. Only downside was the noise - not just from the road, but other guests."

23. Tropical Heritage Cairns

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571 reviews
#23 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
JAMESTOLD
By JAMESTOLD
"All the other luxury items, king bed, spa bath, separate shower and large tv in lounge room and a tv in bedroom also. It’s location is ideal for walking to the Cairns Aquarium, esplanade and the city restaurants."
This is one of the most booked hotels in Cairns over the last 60 days.

24. Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

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Camping/Caravan site
196 reviews
#24 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Jan M
By Jan M
"Advised management and both fixed same day !! It’s not 5 star but it’s excellent value and great location for shops and club/ pub ."

25. Palm Royale Cairns

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634 reviews
#25 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Ankit K
By Ankit K
"A good resort hotel with a pool inside. Great for price, friendly staff and highly spacious rooms with clean and newly built/decorated bathroom. Good and professional room service and reception staff."
Breakfast included

26. Cairns Queens Court

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105 reviews
#26 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
ABProulx
By ABProulx
"We were looking for a nice, low budget base for our visit to the Great Barrier Reef. The location is good, the staff were very nice and helpful and the breakfast was very welcome."

27. Ramada by Wyndham Cairns City Centre

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607 reviews
#27 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
yozh09
By yozh09
"The hotel is not new, but clean and within short walking distance of Cairns CBD and beach and just across the road from Cairns Aquarium. We liked the on-site Chinese restaurant for menu variety and food quality."

28. Mercure Cairns

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90 reviews
#28 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Live-dream-travel
By Live-dream-travel
"No restaurant open onsite at this time so we had breakfast delivered to the room. Outdoor area and pool was used daily. We enjoyed our stay and cost wise it was very economical for our Cairns stay."
Breakfast included

29. Cairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel

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Hostel
367 reviews
#29 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
Rae
By Rae
"Two person rooms with a/c are a sweet deal. Pool, hot tub, big commercial kitchen. Gated compound, with a direct phone line by the gate to the night staff if you need to check in late."

30. Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments

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Apartment
225 reviews
#30 Best Value of 72 Family Hotels in Cairns
JohnnyGoldcoast
By JohnnyGoldcoast
"Room with a big balcony over looking Lake street but I didn't get too much noise. Really comfortable with terrific reception staff. Liked it so much I'll be coming back for another week in July."

Cairns Accommodations Information

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Some of the more popular family hotels near Cairns Massage include:
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns - Traveller rating: 4/5
Cairns Harbour Lights - Traveller rating: 4/5
Popular family hotels in Cairns that have a pool include:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
These family hotels are close to Cairns Airport:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Some of the best family hotels in Cairns are:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
A gym is available to guests at the following family hotels in Cairns:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
A private balcony can be enjoyed by guests at the following family hotels in Cairns:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
These family hotels in Cairns have great views and are well-liked by travellers:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Cairns Plaza Hotel - Traveller rating: 4/5
These family hotels in Cairns have free parking:
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments - Traveller rating: 5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Cairns Plaza Hotel - Traveller rating: 4/5
These family hotels in Cairns have a spa:
Crystalbrook Riley - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Pullman Cairns International - Traveller rating: 4/5
Hilton Cairns - Traveller rating: 4/5
Travellers seeking the ultimate in luxury often stay at these family hotels in Cairns:
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut - Traveller rating: 4.5/5
Crystalbrook Riley - Traveller rating: 4.5/5