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Three-Star Hotels in Cairns

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The best three-star hotels in Cairns

Check out our pick of great three-star hotels in Cairns

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
    From
    US$73
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,123 reviews
    From
    US$75
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews
    From
    US$49
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,231 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,318 reviews
    From
    US$129
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,120 reviews
    From
    US$131
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,255 reviews
    From
    US$112
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,362 reviews
    From
    US$90
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews
    From
    US$104
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,305 reviews
    From
    US$120
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews
    From
    US$74
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
    From
    US$52
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
    From
    US$93
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
    From
    US$227
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews
    From
    US$91
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
    From
    US$84
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
    From
    US$102
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
    From
    US$116
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
    From
    US$133
    1 night, 2 adults

Looking for a three-star hotel?

Combining comfort with value for money, three-star hotels offer a wide assortment of amenities to keep you content. You can expect to find en suite bathrooms, WiFi in public areas and a dining area with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall within this star rating and offer central locations close to popular landmarks.

Most booked three-star hotels in Cairns and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,123 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,305 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,231 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,120 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,362 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,255 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews

Popular with guests booking three-star hotels in Cairns

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,318 reviews

Save money on three-star in Cairns and nearby – budget options available

Mad Monkey Central

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

Kick back and enjoy a refreshing drink at our outdoor bar, serving up budget-friendly sips including locally brewed Coral Sea beer – perfect for those chilled pre-drinks to easily meet other...

From US$63.16 per night

Mad Monkey Waterfront

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews

You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!

From US$63.69 per night

Tropical Queenslander

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

Just 2 minutes' walk from the Cairns Esplanade waterfront, Tropical Queenslander offers affordable reef family studios and two-bedroom units with a kitchenette.

From US$84.20 per night

Oasis Inn Apartments

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews

Located just a 2-minute drive from Cairns business district, this hotel offers budget accommodation in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.

From US$97.93 per night

Motel Nomad

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews

Located in Cairns within 3 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 2.7 km of The Cairns Civic Theater, Motel Nomad provides rooms with free WiFi. This renovated 3-star motel offers room service.

From US$110.11 per night

Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Station, Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers an ATM and free WiFi.

From US$113.35 per night

Lake Central Cairns

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews

Lake Central Cairns provides rooms in Cairns near The Cairns Civic Theater and Cairns Aquarium.

From US$122.42 per night

Koala Beach Resort Cairns

Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

Koala Beach Resort Cairns is in the heart of Cairns’ city centre, only 500 metres from the Cairns Esplanade and the Lagoon.

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns and nearby

Inner City Value

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Inner City Value is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Royal Palm Villas

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Royal Palm Villas is a property with a pool with a view, located in Cairns, within just 1.8 km of Cairns Station and 1.1 km of The Cairns Civic Theater.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Featuring accommodation with a saltwater pool, pool view and a patio, Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments is set in Cairns.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews

Offering free WiFi and a swimming pool, Crystal Garden Resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns airport and 5 mins from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

Coral Reef Resort

Cairns
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Coral Reef Resort is set in Cairns, 4.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 3.8 km from The Cairns Civic Theater.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Edge Hill, 4.8 km from Cairns Station and 5.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Retro Studio Charm in Edge Hill offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

Located less than 5 km from Cairns city centre, First City Caravilla offers holiday cabins with flat-screen TV and cooking facilities. Guests have access to an outdoor pool, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

This 4-star hotel offers stylish accommodation with free WiFi. Offering easy access to the city centre, it is just 15 minutes' drive to Cairns Airport and 10 minutes' drive to the city centre.

From US$111.94 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these three-star hotels in Cairns and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,305 reviews

Bay Village Tropical Retreat is located just 3 minutes’ walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre.

From US$119.82 per night

Cairns Motor Inn

Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Situated in Cairns, within 1.6 km of Cairns Station and 2.6 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Motor Inn features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

From US$121.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews

Situated on 5 acres of tropical gardens, Cairns Gateway Resort offers free on-site parking and a variety of facilities, just 8 km from Cairns.

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Avg. price/night: US$124.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews
Close to city centre. Budget accomodation. Clean and comfortable accomodation.
Guest review by
Nicole
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$90.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,362 reviews
This place has bags of potential, it just needs some serious investment! The historic 2nd floor is very cool. Location v central and only a tad noisy on a Saturday night, but not enough to keep me up. I was nervous after reading other reviews but honestly for a budget hotel this place was fine, and large rooms. Bag storage available too.
Guest review by
Jessica
Family with young children