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A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Margaret

CA $272

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Taylor

CA $306

CA $336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Alok

CA $241

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.9 km from Muddy's Playground

Paul

CA $283

CA $312 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

5. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Micheala

CA $269

CA $296 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a bar area with stools.

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Stephen

CA $205

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 1.1 km from Muddy's Playground

Laura

CA $176

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 1.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Jason

CA $168

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

9. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Jean

CA $259

CA $286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

10. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 1.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Genaviv

CA $245

CA $270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 0.5 km from Muddy's Playground

Paul

CA $224

CA $246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Suzanne

CA $256

CA $282 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a TV.

13. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 0.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Terri

CA $226

CA $249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

A coastal view with a beach, marina, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, and a living space with a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a built-in refrigerator.

14. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District, 0.6 km from Muddy's Playground

Julie

CA $306

CA $306 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern building with a unique facade, a central entrance, and a sign for the 'INGARUMING ART CENTRE'.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

15. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 0.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Hannah

CA $131

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 0.2 km from Muddy's Playground

Ryan T

CA $193

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

A store interior with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerator with beverages, and an exit sign.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

17. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 1.8 km from Muddy's Playground

Elizabeth

CA $103

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

18. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 1.7 km from Muddy's Playground

Theodore

CA $158

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a dining area with white chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a view of the mountains through large windows.

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

19. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 0.4 km from Muddy's Playground

Giannina

CA $254

CA $254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

20. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 1 km from Muddy's Playground

Jim

CA $243

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns	9.0 Wonderful 1,026 reviews	View
Hilton Cairns	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Excellent location, very close to many restaurants, night market, esplanade, etc. Decent hotel, friendly staff"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at the Plaza Hotel in Cairns! The location was fantastic — Muddies was right across the street and had really good food, and we were within easy walking distance of just about everything. We had a beautiful water view from our balcony, and one of our favorite surprises was being able to watch the flying foxes come in every evening — there were thousands of them! It was such a unique experience and something we looked forward to each night. The building also has a very nice laundry room, which was extremely convenient for travelers. The pier where you catch the boats to the Outer Reef is about a 15-minute walk away, making it easy to get out for reef excursions. Overall, we loved the location, the views, the convenience, and the little extras that made our stay special. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Cairns!"

Crystalbrook Bailey

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay overall. The only issue I had was that at check-in time I was told that I will only be charged for breakfast if I have it. However at check-out I was told I was being charged for 3 breakfasts per the entries by their restaurant staff. I was very surprised as I only had 1 breakfast, the front desk person rectified it, but it was disappointing to know that the charges were put in despite confirmation otherwise."

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Disappointed"

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The view from our room was wonderful, though it was a fair walk to the main restaurant hub. It's a shame the property doesn't have a restaurant of its own operating, but there's one nearby. It looks like the place is being freshened up a bit, which is good. It has great potential. The air con in our room was a bit hit and miss, but luckily the weather was lovely. We enjoyed our stay here."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and clean and facilities were worth the money"

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and close to restaurants and attractions."

Crystalbrook Riley

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property and great location"

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

A narrow indoor market with various stalls selling jewelry and trinkets.

Cairns Night Markets

7.8/10 (3,363 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

9.0/10 (4,257 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

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A city square with palm trees, a modern building, and a blue sky at dusk.

Cairns Esplanade

9.2/10 (7,071 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

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St Monica's Cathedral

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting St Monica's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Cairns Mudflats

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cairns Mudflats during your travels in Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Performing Arts Centre during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

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Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Muddy's Playground?

Muddy's Playground is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 399 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Muddy's Playground?

Adjacent to Muddy's Playground, Cairns Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Pacific Hotel Cairns and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Muddy's Playground?

Expedia has 399 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Muddy's Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Muddy's Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Muddy's Playground.

What can I see and do near Muddy's Playground?

You can catch a show at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre, and Tanks Arts Centre. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, or Cairns Botanic Gardens. Create some family memories at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and Reef Teach while you're exploring the area around Muddy's Playground.

How can I get to Muddy's Playground?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Cairns Station. There may not be many public transportation choices near Muddy's Playground so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Muddy's Playground hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

4. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5. Hilton Cairns

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

9. Reef Gateway Apartments

10. Pullman Cairns International

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

13. Oaks Cairns Hotel

14. BreakFree Royal Harbour

15. Cairns City Palms

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

17. Cairns Holiday Park

18. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

19. 201 Lake Street Apartments

20. The Benson Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Muddy's Playground

Top Muddy's Playground Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Crystalbrook Bailey

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Crystalbrook Riley

Other attractions near Muddy's Playground

Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Esplanade

St Monica's Cathedral

Bulmba-ja Arts Centre

Cairns Mudflats

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Michaelmas Cay

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