Accommodations

5 Star

Hilton Cairns

34 Esplanade, Cairns

A waterfront retreat near the Great Barrier Reef


Description

Set along the Cairns waterfront amid lush tropical surroundings, our hotel offers a haven near the Great Barrier Reef. We’re 400 meters from the Reef Terminal and a 5-minute walk to Cairns Convention Centre, and right on the Esplanade. Sights like The Aquarium and Cairns Museum are a short walk away. Enjoy our lagoon-style pool, restaurant, and bar.


Rates/Discount

Set room rate of $350 per night.

www.hilton.com/en/hotels/crnhitw-hilton-cairns/

Pullman Cairns International

17 Abbott Street, Cairns

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Pullman Cairns International.


Description

All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbor or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area. The largest guest rooms in Cairns at over 40 square yards, beautifully appointed with premium décor, amenities, and private balconies with views of the harbor or hinterland. The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by tropical gardens. Rejuvenate at the deluxe Vie Spa, offering body scrubs, massages, men’s treatments, and spa packages, in one of 10 treatment rooms. Coco’s Kitchen + Bar offers hot and cold buffet breakfast options and an à la carte dinner menu utilizing the region’s best quality produce. The Lobby Bar serves exotic cocktails and delicious light snacks. The Pullman Cairns is a 5-minute walk from the Cairns Convention Centre. 


Rates/Discount
  • Stay 11-19 July, 2026 and get 20% off the best available rate at the time of booking.
  • Delegates will receive a link upon registration that will entitle them to this discount.

www.pullmancairnsinternational.com.au

Crystalbrook Bailey

163 Abbot Street, Cairns

Modern, innovative, luxury accommodation and with an appreciation for the arts.


Description

At Crystalbrook Bailey, art and culture are interwoven through each corner of the hotel’s sophisticated interior. Offering a stylish setting beside the Coral Sea, Crystalbrook Bailey features luxury accommodation and apartments, refined Cairns dining experiences and amenities, all in the heart of Cairns.


Rates/Discount

10% discount off best price at time of booking.

www.crystalbrookcollection.com/bailey

Crystalbrook Flynn

85 Esplanade, Cairns

Fun and energetic, Crystalbrook Flynn is a social butterfly – the natural life of the party.


Description

Step into a luxury hotel just steps from Cairns Esplanade boardwalk, and feel like you’re at the centre of the action. Prepare to be entertained. Breathe, take the plunge, unwind a while, then do it all again. Luxury accommodation, unparalleled sea views, glass swimming pools and a social hub of restaurants and bars, all in the heart of Cairns.


Rates/Discount

10% discount off best price at time of booking.

www.crystalbrookcollection.com/flynn

Shangri-La Cairns

Pier Point Road, Cairns

Ultimate place to stay for business or pleasure, located on the marina in the heart of Cairns.


Description

Experience the warmth of our genuine Australian hospitality at the Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns. Prominently situated on the marina, providing guests with both a direct gateway to the reef, tours and attractions and the perfect Cairns getaway.


Rates/Discount
  • Deluxe: A$288/night
  • Executive: A$338/night

Delegates will receive a code upon registration that will entitle them to these prices.

www.shangri-la.com

4 & 4.5 Star

The Benson

50 Grafton Street, Cairns

The Benson Hotel is set to become a Cairns City Favourite.


Description

On the outside, the Benson shows off its unique beauty, built in 1984 and reimagined in 2021 with a $7.5 million refurb. Benson offers sweeping views over the city to the water and mountains. Inside, you’ll find vibrant, comfortable interiors and newly refurbed.  Overlooking vibrant Grafton and Spence streets, The Benson offers locals, relaxed vacationers and business travellers comfortable and affordable accommodation in the heart of the CBD. Our well-appointed rooms, superspeed Wi-Fi, dynamic event spaces and friendly Benson team will make you feel at home. Just a short 7-minute walk to the Cairns Convention Centre.


Rates/Discount
  • Standard Queen: A$309 per night
  • Superior Queen: A$359 per night

Delegates will receive a code upon registration that will entitle them to these prices.
thebensonhotel.com.au

DoubleTree

121-123 Esplanade, Cairns

Warmth and hospitality in central Cairns.


Description

Enjoy Coral Sea views at our Cairns oceanfront hotel, surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens. Cairns Aquarium, Cairns Art Gallery, the Esplanade Lagoon, and the city center are all just steps away, and we’re five kilometers from Cairns Airport. Our restaurants, bars, and 24-hour fitness center complete your escape.


Rates/Discount

Set room rate of $235 per night.

hilton.com/en/hotels/cnsdcdi-doubletree-cairns/

Hotel / Apartment

Park Regis City Quays

6 Lake Street, Cairns

Park Regis City Quays consists of modern, fully self-contained apartments and hotel rooms.


Description

Near the Reef Hotel Casino, night markets, the City Esplanade, Cairns Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal. Free, unlimited WiFi access is available in all units. Relax in the rooftop pool. When ready to go out, ask at the on-site tour desk. Explore the region’s magnificent reefs and rainforests. City Quays offers a great base and home-from-home. With the harbor foreshore, restaurants, casino and marina a short stroll away, you are close to everything that makes Cairns a great destination. It is also 164 feet from Cairns’ newest attraction MexiCairns.


Rates/Discount
  • Executive Room: A$269 per night
  • Executive 1-Bedroom Apartment: A$329 per night
  • Executive 2-Bedroom Apartment: A$569 per night
  • All prices, maximum 2 guests

Delegates will receive a code upon registration that will entitle them to a 20% discount on the eco rate.
parkregiscityquays.com.au

Hostel

Gilligan’s Hotel & Resort

89 Grafton Street, Cairns

Gilligan’s Hotel & Resort is nestled in the heart of Cairns CBD.


Description

The spacious, air-conditioned, ensuite rooms provide a welcoming retreat, whether you’re embarking on a solo visit or group getaways. Our stylish hotel rooms feature king-size beds, private balconies and all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay, ensuring that every guest feels right at home.
   Gilligan’s Hotel & Resort offers convenient access to the city’s premier attractions & entertainment.
   As we are a fully licensed premise, we ask that all minors, under the age of 18, be supervised by a parent or legal guardian for the entirety of the stay.


Rates/Discount

Delegates will receive a code upon registration that will entitle them to a 20% discount on the eco rate.
gilligans.com.au