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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Cairns, Australia

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The air-conditioned guest house consists of 5 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Super b!!!! We enjoyed so much of the stay!! The house is big and clean, more than enough for 6 of us. The beds are comfortable, well equipped kitchen, you got everything you need! Smooth and easy check in and check out. Host Kathy is helpful and easy to communicate. We had an evening flight and Kathy allowed us to leave our luggage in the house after check out! Eventually our flight time changed and check out normally, but we still appreciate her kindness

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9.2
Superb
55 reviews
Price from
£179
per night

Set in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 602 Harbour Lights offers air-conditioned rooms and a fitness centre. The property is located 5.1 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens, 14 km from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and 14 km from Skyway Rainforest Cableway. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Cairns Station.

At the inn, rooms are fitted with a patio. At 602 Harbour Lights all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Perfect location, the room was very spacious and clean, also super quiet. The swimming pool and gym were also neat and we used the swimming pool a couple of times and had a black

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8.8
Fabulous
14 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, Floriana offers air-conditioned accommodation in a 1930s Art Deco guest house. It features outdoor seating and a BBQ in the garden by the swimming pool.

Cairns Hospital is just 250 metres from Floriana Boutique Hotel Cairns. It is a 15-minute walk to Cairns city centre and a 5-minute drive to Cairns Pier.

Great location! Helpful management.

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7
Good
313 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

This small hostel offers boutique-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi, just 200 metres from Cairns Railway Station. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and a BBQ area.

Ryan’s Rest Guest House Cairns is a 10-minute walk from the shops, bars and restaurants in the centre of Cairns. It is a 5-minute drive to Cairns Pier and 10 minutes to Cairns Airport.

Very comfortable and safe for me and my kids

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7.3
Good
49 reviews

Nolan garden house in whitfield is located in Stratford and features a private pool and inner courtyard views. Situated 7.4 km from Cairns Station, the property features a garden. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Peaceful home with comfortable rooms for guests. Big flat screen tv in well appointed lounge room for all to share along with a nice kitchen area.

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

The spacious guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house.

Cairns Regional Gallery is 2.8 km from the guest house, while Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 5 km from Cairns Sunshine Lodge.

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Price from
£230
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £56.31
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 918 reviews
    Super friendly staff, convenient location, nice rooms. There is a mini fridge in the room as well. The whole venue is clean and tidy. It’s a quiet place, ideal for those who want to relax. Nice pool where to chill during hot days. I extended my stay because I feel like at home. Would recommend 100%. Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in.
    Federica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £132.24
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,307 reviews
    Great location, close to everything especially to the reef boat terminal. Staff was really friendly and so helpful, pool was great and always quiet
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £38.74
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 403 reviews
    The hostel is at a great location, right by the Lagoon! The staff cleans everyday so it feels very clean here.
    Smyth
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews
    Spacious. Clean. Great location. Nice touches on check in. Access to pool. Great communication from hosts
    Robert
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £104.61
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,194 reviews
    This little hidden gem is located in the heart of Cairns within easy walking distance to all worthwhile directions in the city centre. Once you are in the building it is very quiet and you wouldn't know you're in town centre! It is clean, modern has great quiet a/c and the room size is just right. Absolutely value for money! The check-in experience was quick and seamless as well.
    Kati
    People with friends
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews
    Great location, clean and large house. Comfortable beds. Good air-conditioning. All amenities present. David was a great host and super helpful.
    Wei
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews
    All good : situated in a quiet residential area within walking distance of the city center and Cairns central. Good value for money as a couple, as you also have a small kitchen with everything needed. Plus Julie is a welcoming and helpful host !
    Simon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £56.31
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 918 reviews
    This guest house is a gem. Very clean, comfortable, quiet, and close to everything. Paul, our host, is a really friendly guy. Many of the people staying there ended up extending their stays.
    Jordan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £144.64
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 553 reviews
    Excellent location, very convenient 3 minutes from the Espalanade and about 15 minutes to the lagoon/ public pool. Very quiet compared to other properties nearby. Nice little pool which is deep enough and long enough to do some laps. We had an apartment on the 1st floor and on the first day the fridge packed up. We were immediately rehoused on the fourth floor in a better apartment. Great hosts, nothing appeared to be too much trouble. Will not hesitate to return.
    Brian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.49
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,453 reviews
    Cheap private room which was clean and comfortable. Reasonably quiet considering its a hostel. Nice shower. Ideal if you're just looking for a bed for the night with no thrills.
    Christopher Niblock
    Young couple

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