The Abbott Boutique Hotel  

Right in central Cairns—just a 3-minute walk to the Esplanade and minutes from the Marlin Marina and Cairns Convention Centre. Steps from Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Regional Gallery, the Cairns Museum and a short walk to shopping and the station; about 7 km from Cairns Airport.

This boutique hotel has 33 individually decorated, air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen Eze Streem TVs and private bathrooms with showers. Expect warm, simple decor, in-room desks and some rooms with seating areas; the property is non-smoking and has an elevator.

Standouts include a library, shared lounge, kids' playrooms and a tour desk to book reef and rainforest trips. Complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, free laundry facilities, private check-in/out, a safe-deposit box and a 24/7 onsite caretaker keep things easy.

Rooms have work desks and there’s complimentary high-speed internet throughout; express check-in and concierge services are available. A roundtrip airport shuttle is offered for a surcharge.

An on-site restaurant serves local flavors so you can sample regional cuisine without leaving the hotel. The property also provides 24/7 access to coffee, water, ice and biscuits to keep you fueled between adventures.