Cairns Plaza Hotel
US$143
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$143
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Cairns Plaza Hotel average US$123 in the cheapest month (January) and US$154 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$123 |
| February | US$128 |
| March | US$125 |
| April | US$131 |
| May | US$137 |
| June | US$142 |
| July | US$154 |
| August | US$150 |
| September | US$143 |
| October | US$145 |
| November | US$129 |
| December | US$132 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$154)
Cheapest: January (~US$123)
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 9 minutes by foot from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal.
What's nearby
Cairns Esplanade(0.1 Miles)
Muddy's Playground(0.1 Miles)
St Monica's Cathedral(0.1 Miles)
Cairns Private Hospital(0.2 Miles)
Icon Cancer Centre Cairns(0.3 Miles)
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre(0.3 Miles)
Cairns Base Hospital(0.3 Miles)
Cairns Mudflats(0.4 Miles)
Michaelmas Cay(0.4 Miles)
Cairns Performing Arts Centre(0.5 Miles)
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon(0.5 Miles)
Cairns Night Markets(0.5 Miles)
Cairns Regional Gallery(0.5 Miles)
Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland(0.5 Miles)
Icon Cancer Centre Cairns (Liz Plummer)(0.6 Miles)
The preferred airport for Cairns Plaza Hotel is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)(4 Miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Cairns Esplanade (0.1 Miles)
Muddy's Playground (0.1 Miles)
St Monica's Cathedral (0.1 Miles)
Cairns Private Hospital (0.2 Miles)
Icon Cancer Centre Cairns (0.3 Miles)
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre (0.3 Miles)
Room options
7
Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 3
538 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
6
Studio
Room details
4× Single Beds
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
431 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
5
Standard Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 4
269 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Cairns Plaza Hotel
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 1,237 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
45%
Family
30%
Group
12%
Solo
7%
What guests think
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Cairns Plaza Hotel is praised for its quiet yet convenient Esplanade location and friendly 24/7 staff, with many spacious rooms offering balconies and water views, making it a good value base for families and short stays.
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What guests think
Cairns Plaza Hotel is praised for its quiet yet convenient Esplanade location and friendly 24/7 staff, with many spacious rooms offering balconies and water views, making it a good value base for families and short stays.
Guests appreciate the refurbished pool, generally easy on-site parking, and a handy guest laundry, while noting the property lacks an on-site restaurant. Several reviews mention an older building with small or dated bathrooms, occasional weak water pressure or noisy air conditioning, and limited soundproofing that allows noise from corridors, lifts, streets, or neighboring rooms. Cleanliness is usually rated highly with regular servicing, though a few stays reported lapses such as missed bathroom cleaning, mold, or unpleasant odors. Expect a comfortable stay with simple amenities.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the refurbished pool, convenient free on-site parking, and a useful guest laundry. There is no on-site restaurant.
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Mercedes
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
10
Sam
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
New pool area was great and staff were lovely. It feels like they are doing their best with an old building. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Walkable distance from the shops and Muddy’s playground and cafe is right outside if you can’t be bothered walking. Top tip: great food in muddy’s but be prepared for the wait as it gets very busy.
New pool area was great and staff were lovely. It feels like they are doing their best with an old building. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Walkable distance from the shops and Muddy’s playground and cafe is right outside if you can’t be bothered walking. Top tip: great food in muddy’s but be prepared for the wait as it gets very busy.
10
Joanne
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Large, clean and modern rooms. Inviting pool area.
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Large, clean and modern rooms. Inviting pool area.
10
X
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
It was an absolutely amazing experience at Cairns Plaza Hotel!!! We stayed here for four nights. This hotel is underrated! They are located about than 10 mins walk away from the lagoon. I can't say enough about the amenities they provide!! So thoughtful selections - excellent free Wi-Fi, located at CBD, a kitchenette that even includes milk, tea, coffee, cookie! The guest laundry is on the 1st floor.. just $4 for wash and $4 for dry.. very quick machines! There is a beautiful swimming pool, including towels. They even placed novels for us to borrow! I love their customer service!! They have always been so kind and confident in their response and knowledge to my queries about the night market, restaurants availability! I moved from Cairns Colonial Resort after a night stay because their Wi-Fi was minimal and when I spoke to this resort about maybe options to pay for better Wi-Fi, they didn't care. Another major difference between these two hotels are - Cairns Plaza Hotel staff offered to email me when the room was available... Whereas Cairns Colonial Resort staff told me don't depend on her to email me to notify me when the room was ready!!
It was an absolutely amazing experience at Cairns Plaza Hotel!!! We stayed here for four nights. This hotel is underrated! They are located about than 10 mins walk away from the lagoon. I can't say enough about the amenities they provide!! So thoughtful selections - excellent free Wi-Fi, located at CBD, a kitchenette that even includes milk, tea, coffee, cookie! The guest laundry is on the 1st floor.. just $4 for wash and $4 for dry.. very quick machines! There is a beautiful swimming pool, including towels. They even placed novels for us to borrow! I love their customer service!! They have always been so kind and confident in their response and knowledge to my queries about the night market, restaurants availability! I moved from Cairns Colonial Resort after a night stay because their Wi-Fi was minimal and when I spoke to this resort about maybe options to pay for better Wi-Fi, they didn't care. Another major difference between these two hotels are - Cairns Plaza Hotel staff offered to email me when the room was available... Whereas Cairns Colonial Resort staff told me don't depend on her to email me to notify me when the room was ready!!
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John
24 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice medium-sized hotel on The Esplanade about 3 blocks out of Downtown Cairns. Location is perfect. appears to be recently renovated, large room, comfortable bed, good WIFI and large flatscreen TV. Very helpful front desk staff and wonderful new pool.
Very nice medium-sized hotel on The Esplanade about 3 blocks out of Downtown Cairns. Location is perfect. appears to be recently renovated, large room, comfortable bed, good WIFI and large flatscreen TV. Very helpful front desk staff and wonderful new pool.
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Elena
12 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Мы брали люкс с видом на море и он прекрасен. Чистый номер с шикарным видом и всем необходимым. Расположен рядом с прогрулочной набережной и детской площадкой. Очень приветливый персонал в отеле и круглосуточная стойка регистрации. Есть стиральная машина и сушильная, что очень важно, когда вы в длинном путешествии.
Мы брали люкс с видом на море и он прекрасен. Чистый номер с шикарным видом и всем необходимым. Расположен рядом с прогрулочной набережной и детской площадкой. Очень приветливый персонал в отеле и круглосуточная стойка регистрации. Есть стиральная машина и сушильная, что очень важно, когда вы в длинном путешествии.
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Martyn
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Not enough storage space. Good free to use car park.
Not enough storage space. Good free to use car park.
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Josephine
20 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Suite with large lounge and separate bedroom was more than adequate for my stay and had a water view. The hotel was lovely and quiet in a very convenient position for accessing the many dining and entertainment spots in the area. No restaurant on site but great breakfast just accross the road at Muddy's cafe. Checking in was easy and staff very helpful and polite. Had a great stay and would book again.
Suite with large lounge and separate bedroom was more than adequate for my stay and had a water view. The hotel was lovely and quiet in a very convenient position for accessing the many dining and entertainment spots in the area. No restaurant on site but great breakfast just accross the road at Muddy's cafe. Checking in was easy and staff very helpful and polite. Had a great stay and would book again.
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Colin
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice stay in the Plaza, in a lovely location on the esplanade, no problem with parking, nice sized room with lovely comfy bed and all the amenities you would want, also balcony with nice view
Very nice stay in the Plaza, in a lovely location on the esplanade, no problem with parking, nice sized room with lovely comfy bed and all the amenities you would want, also balcony with nice view
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Ian
14 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing sea views and lovely spacious suite. The pool area has recently been refurbished. Pool was lovely and warm for a dip. Lots of options in nearby restaurants for breakfast and other dining. Lovely board walk along the sea front just across the road in front of the hotel.
Amazing sea views and lovely spacious suite. The pool area has recently been refurbished. Pool was lovely and warm for a dip. Lots of options in nearby restaurants for breakfast and other dining. Lovely board walk along the sea front just across the road in front of the hotel.
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Cleanliness
Most reviews describe rooms as clean and well maintained with regular servicing. A minority report issues such as missed bathroom cleaning, mold, or unpleasant odors.
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Feng Shan
5 Dec 2024
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The location of the hotel is very good. It is located on the Esplanade, where many restaurants and shops are operating there. The room is clean and with a reasonable space for 2 people. The tiles in the toilet and bathroom are not so clean. I think it may be a little bit common for aged hotels. The bedroom is very clean.
The location of the hotel is very good. It is located on the Esplanade, where many restaurants and shops are operating there. The room is clean and with a reasonable space for 2 people. The tiles in the toilet and bathroom are not so clean. I think it may be a little bit common for aged hotels. The bedroom is very clean.
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Jay
10 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is at a great location. We had the ocean view patio and it was great. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Less than 10 minutes walk from many dining options and the piers. Room cleanliness can be improved. Glasses, cups, etc., were not clean.
Property is at a great location. We had the ocean view patio and it was great. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Less than 10 minutes walk from many dining options and the piers. Room cleanliness can be improved. Glasses, cups, etc., were not clean.
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Jermilia
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay and generally clean except shower which had mould.
Great place to stay and generally clean except shower which had mould.
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Richard
11 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff was very accommodating and helpful.
The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff was very accommodating and helpful.
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Mario
10 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Location ist super, alles ist fußläufig super erreichbar. Unterkunft ist aber ziemlich in die Jahre gekommen und ist an vielen Stellen sehr abgenutzt. Bei der Ankunft war die Toilette nicht richtig sauber und es waren Haare im Bad. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Location ist super, alles ist fußläufig super erreichbar. Unterkunft ist aber ziemlich in die Jahre gekommen und ist an vielen Stellen sehr abgenutzt. Bei der Ankunft war die Toilette nicht richtig sauber und es waren Haare im Bad. Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
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Harold
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room. Exceptionally helpful staff.
Clean room. Exceptionally helpful staff.
10
David
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything clean and well-maintained
Everything clean and well-maintained
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Anisa
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a good experience overall . The facilities are basic the reception staff is amazing . The cleanliness is average , I don’t know what happened 1 day but the cleaner didn’t clean the room properly . We left in the morning and When we came back in the evening the toilet stinks wee and poo. The floor was wiped only with tissues some pieces were left on the floor . I spoken to the receptionist she came checked and the next day our room was spotless
We had a good experience overall . The facilities are basic the reception staff is amazing . The cleanliness is average , I don’t know what happened 1 day but the cleaner didn’t clean the room properly . We left in the morning and When we came back in the evening the toilet stinks wee and poo. The floor was wiped only with tissues some pieces were left on the floor . I spoken to the receptionist she came checked and the next day our room was spotless
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Arisa
20 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Super unpleasant! Super unsanitary! ! Super worst! ! ! 2023/10/14 We stayed in Cairns Plaza Hotel room 408 with 3 people baby. When I lifted the toilet seat cover to use the toilet, the inside of the toilet bowl was sticky with yellow liquid. I was shocked at how dirty it was and went to the front desk to complain. I was told that I had already finished cleaning my room and wouldn't be back until tomorrow, so I couldn't do anything! He didn't even come to check! It was a mistake to choose the Plaza Hotel for our last stay in Cairns. I have stayed in many hotels, but this is the first time I have stayed in a hotel that was so unsanitary, uncomfortable, and had such poor service. I don't think there is any other hotel other than the Plaza Hotel where you have to clean the toilet first when you enter the room.I feel bad, but I took a photo and will send it to you. evidence. How can you explain? PS; They said there would be 3 people staying, but they only had 2 blankets. Is the lighting on the living room wall broken? It's blinking and won't light up. One side of the shade lamp next to the sofa is broken (does not light up)
Super unpleasant! Super unsanitary! ! Super worst! ! ! 2023/10/14 We stayed in Cairns Plaza Hotel room 408 with 3 people baby. When I lifted the toilet seat cover to use the toilet, the inside of the toilet bowl was sticky with yellow liquid. I was shocked at how dirty it was and went to the front desk to complain. I was told that I had already finished cleaning my room and wouldn't be back until tomorrow, so I couldn't do anything! He didn't even come to check! It was a mistake to choose the Plaza Hotel for our last stay in Cairns. I have stayed in many hotels, but this is the first time I have stayed in a hotel that was so unsanitary, uncomfortable, and had such poor service. I don't think there is any other hotel other than the Plaza Hotel where you have to clean the toilet first when you enter the room.I feel bad, but I took a photo and will send it to you. evidence. How can you explain? PS; They said there would be 3 people staying, but they only had 2 blankets. Is the lighting on the living room wall broken? It's blinking and won't light up. One side of the shade lamp next to the sofa is broken (does not light up)
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Jennifer
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great hotel with excellent staff who go above and beyond to be welcoming. Hotel has a wonderful location with very spacious and clean rooms. Really enjoyed our stay
Great hotel with excellent staff who go above and beyond to be welcoming. Hotel has a wonderful location with very spacious and clean rooms. Really enjoyed our stay
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious with balconies and water views, and beds are comfortable. Some bathrooms are small or dated, and limited soundproofing and occasional AC or water-pressure issues can affect comfort.
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David
23 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The shower was terrible, no water pressure. The rooms are not sound proofed. We could hear the bathroom of the room above us being used. The staff were very friendly, and it was nice to have the room serviced daily. We had no trouble with car parking even though there were not many spaces. Location was great, close enough to walk everywhere.
The shower was terrible, no water pressure. The rooms are not sound proofed. We could hear the bathroom of the room above us being used. The staff were very friendly, and it was nice to have the room serviced daily. We had no trouble with car parking even though there were not many spaces. Location was great, close enough to walk everywhere.
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Richard
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great 1 bedroom suite. Very comfortable separate bedroom. Good TV. Nice view to water. Great location a little away from noisy central area. Bathroom a little small and dated. Otherwise excellent.
Great 1 bedroom suite. Very comfortable separate bedroom. Good TV. Nice view to water. Great location a little away from noisy central area. Bathroom a little small and dated. Otherwise excellent.
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Katherine
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very spacious room with comfortable bed. We were grateful to be in our room earlier with a small fee due to an early arrival. The only thing that was a bit annoying was hearing the lift ding into the night and the corridor outside being noisy when people were arriving back or leaving due to the timber floors
Very spacious room with comfortable bed. We were grateful to be in our room earlier with a small fee due to an early arrival. The only thing that was a bit annoying was hearing the lift ding into the night and the corridor outside being noisy when people were arriving back or leaving due to the timber floors
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Barry
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic room on the 6th floor - great view over the Esplanade & out to sea, spacious apartment, comfortable & good value IMO. Staff were also fantastic
Fantastic room on the 6th floor - great view over the Esplanade & out to sea, spacious apartment, comfortable & good value IMO. Staff were also fantastic
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Joanne
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Large, clean and modern rooms. Inviting pool area.
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Large, clean and modern rooms. Inviting pool area.
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CARRIE-LYN
26 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good enough location towards the end of the esplanade (opposite to where most of the life is but probably only 15 walk along the board walk). Lovely staff who gave recommendations and organised taxi for us. Room is getting a little worn but grand if you’re out all day. The windows are single glazed and we were woken one night by a couple having a drunken row (not the hotels fault!).
Good enough location towards the end of the esplanade (opposite to where most of the life is but probably only 15 walk along the board walk). Lovely staff who gave recommendations and organised taxi for us. Room is getting a little worn but grand if you’re out all day. The windows are single glazed and we were woken one night by a couple having a drunken row (not the hotels fault!).
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Jenna
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our 9th trip to Cairns and the first time staying at the Cairns Plaza Hotel, which is by far out favourite place to stay now. It is located in a quieter end of the esplanade which we really enjoyed but still well within walking distance of downtown Cairns. The hotel was very clean, staff were exceptionally helpful, and the room was comfortable and very spacious.
This was our 9th trip to Cairns and the first time staying at the Cairns Plaza Hotel, which is by far out favourite place to stay now. It is located in a quieter end of the esplanade which we really enjoyed but still well within walking distance of downtown Cairns. The hotel was very clean, staff were exceptionally helpful, and the room was comfortable and very spacious.
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Jillian Mary
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Stayed in a 1 bedroom suite - great value. Reception staff friendly and efficient. Very comfortable sofa and bed. Lovely view over the Esplanade from balcony. Easy walking distance to hospitals, Cairns Central, Waterfront, cafes and restaurants. You can also use the pool and bathroom facilities after checking out - very handy if on a late flight.
Stayed in a 1 bedroom suite - great value. Reception staff friendly and efficient. Very comfortable sofa and bed. Lovely view over the Esplanade from balcony. Easy walking distance to hospitals, Cairns Central, Waterfront, cafes and restaurants. You can also use the pool and bathroom facilities after checking out - very handy if on a late flight.
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Pamela
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I love the location, right on the Esplanade and a short walk to the CBD with numerous dining options. The view over the harbour is amazing and there is plenty of on site parking. The rooms are spacious with small balconies
I love the location, right on the Esplanade and a short walk to the CBD with numerous dining options. The view over the harbour is amazing and there is plenty of on site parking. The rooms are spacious with small balconies
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Myriam
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pros: Staff is available 24/7 and super friendly and helpful. My unit was super spacious. Beds and pillows were comfy. The pool area is clean and well maintained. The view from the balconies is gorgeous. Location is right by the esplanade so perfect to walk/exercise and you can get to the Lagoon area in 15 mins. Cons: the walls are paper-thin so you can hear lots of noise coming from the hallway and neighbours.
Pros: Staff is available 24/7 and super friendly and helpful. My unit was super spacious. Beds and pillows were comfy. The pool area is clean and well maintained. The view from the balconies is gorgeous. Location is right by the esplanade so perfect to walk/exercise and you can get to the Lagoon area in 15 mins. Cons: the walls are paper-thin so you can hear lots of noise coming from the hallway and neighbours.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and available 24/7, with assistance for tours, early check-ins and luggage. A few guests reported unfriendly interactions.
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Geoffrey
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great stay fairly close to the action free parking is great lo ely views from ocean side room. Lovely helpful staff a 24/7 desk is a bonus
Great stay fairly close to the action free parking is great lo ely views from ocean side room. Lovely helpful staff a 24/7 desk is a bonus
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Guyanne
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Our stay would have been perfect if it wasn’t for the young lady who checked us out our last day. She needs some friendly customer relations training for sure. All the other staff we interacted with was excellent. Saying goodbye to Cairns was difficult & last contact with a person of her sorts was a bummer to top it off.
Our stay would have been perfect if it wasn’t for the young lady who checked us out our last day. She needs some friendly customer relations training for sure. All the other staff we interacted with was excellent. Saying goodbye to Cairns was difficult & last contact with a person of her sorts was a bummer to top it off.
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Madhu
4 Jan 2025
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This was a nice property to stay at. Rooms were quite big. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Location was good as tours picked us up outside the hotel.
This was a nice property to stay at. Rooms were quite big. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Location was good as tours picked us up outside the hotel.
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JOHN
26 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Would remove Sharon or however you spell her name from the front desk. Very condescending and sarcastic and made faces and rolled eyes and even heard her talking negatively about guests.
Would remove Sharon or however you spell her name from the front desk. Very condescending and sarcastic and made faces and rolled eyes and even heard her talking negatively about guests.
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Richard
11 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff was very accommodating and helpful.
The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff was very accommodating and helpful.
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Sarah
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The day staff were disinterested in any feedback from clients and when we checked out Lesley didn’t talk to us to even ask if we enjoyed our stay
The day staff were disinterested in any feedback from clients and when we checked out Lesley didn’t talk to us to even ask if we enjoyed our stay
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barbara
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
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Brian
17 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate me.
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate me.
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Kathryn
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were really amazing, pleasant, professional, friendly and so very helpful with tour information and general directions! Best ambassadors for a property we have encountered on our Australian holiday! In addition the condition and location of the property were great.
The staff were really amazing, pleasant, professional, friendly and so very helpful with tour information and general directions! Best ambassadors for a property we have encountered on our Australian holiday! In addition the condition and location of the property were great.
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Leandro
10 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Gaia, from the hotel staff, was amazing!
Gaia, from the hotel staff, was amazing!
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Location
Located on the quieter end of the Esplanade, it’s an easy walk to restaurants, the lagoon, marina and Muddy’s playground, which suits families and sightseeing.
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Mercedes
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
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Srinivasan
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean. Right across fromocean. Restaurants required 15 to 20 min walk
Nice and clean. Right across fromocean. Restaurants required 15 to 20 min walk
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Anna Monika
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great rooms with balcony and bathroom. The reception personell were very serviceminded and gave us several suggestions of trips and restaurants for example. The location at the esplanade is fantastic!
Great rooms with balcony and bathroom. The reception personell were very serviceminded and gave us several suggestions of trips and restaurants for example. The location at the esplanade is fantastic!
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Robert
7 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location next to seafront and Muddies for sunrise breakfast
Great location next to seafront and Muddies for sunrise breakfast
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Jenna
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our 9th trip to Cairns and the first time staying at the Cairns Plaza Hotel, which is by far out favourite place to stay now. It is located in a quieter end of the esplanade which we really enjoyed but still well within walking distance of downtown Cairns. The hotel was very clean, staff were exceptionally helpful, and the room was comfortable and very spacious.
This was our 9th trip to Cairns and the first time staying at the Cairns Plaza Hotel, which is by far out favourite place to stay now. It is located in a quieter end of the esplanade which we really enjoyed but still well within walking distance of downtown Cairns. The hotel was very clean, staff were exceptionally helpful, and the room was comfortable and very spacious.
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barbara
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
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Andreena
6 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location for families being across the road from a great play area. Easy walk to marina.
Great location for families being across the road from a great play area. Easy walk to marina.
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Trevor
20 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and easy to walk to everything
Nice and easy to walk to everything
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Donna
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, walk everywhere.
Great location, walk everywhere.
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Sandeep
10 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location, spacious and clean...super areas for food and drinks ...walking distance most
Great location, spacious and clean...super areas for food and drinks ...walking distance most
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Dining
No on-site dining or breakfast, but there are many nearby cafes and restaurants, including Muddy’s across the road; some stays mention available breakfast boxes.
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Kaleb
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants nearby
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Mercedes
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
The location is wonderful bc it is on the Esplanade... so literally on the sidewalk where the restaurants and shops are located and only 10 mins from the boats to the reef. Staff was helpful. The apt was very spacious, lovely balcony, good kitchenette, and closet space. They don't serve breakfast but there are nearby convenience shops and restaurants within 5 mins walking.
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Srinivasan
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean. Right across fromocean. Restaurants required 15 to 20 min walk
Nice and clean. Right across fromocean. Restaurants required 15 to 20 min walk
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Jay
10 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is at a great location. We had the ocean view patio and it was great. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Less than 10 minutes walk from many dining options and the piers. Room cleanliness can be improved. Glasses, cups, etc., were not clean.
Property is at a great location. We had the ocean view patio and it was great. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Less than 10 minutes walk from many dining options and the piers. Room cleanliness can be improved. Glasses, cups, etc., were not clean.
10
Jamie
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A short, 2 night stay to recover from a Brisbane to Cairns Roadtrip prior to flying home to the UK. Nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Walking distance to decent restaurants, cairns central train station, beach, splash parks etc. would recommend.
A short, 2 night stay to recover from a Brisbane to Cairns Roadtrip prior to flying home to the UK. Nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Walking distance to decent restaurants, cairns central train station, beach, splash parks etc. would recommend.
10
Gillian
14 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,370 nights
Very clean, huge studio room with great little kitchenette which was ideal as there was no restaurant breakfast provided. Breakfast boxes were available and a discount was given at the local cafe also. A good small pool also. Very helpful and friendly staff. 15 minute walk to Cairns lagoon.
Very clean, huge studio room with great little kitchenette which was ideal as there was no restaurant breakfast provided. Breakfast boxes were available and a discount was given at the local cafe also. A good small pool also. Very helpful and friendly staff. 15 minute walk to Cairns lagoon.
10
William
25 Apr 2025
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One bedroom ocean view suite. Very comfortable. Close to restaurants and market. Friendly staff. Christina was very welcoming at check in. AC in both living room and bedroom was a plus, as the weather was quite hot.
One bedroom ocean view suite. Very comfortable. Close to restaurants and market. Friendly staff. Christina was very welcoming at check in. AC in both living room and bedroom was a plus, as the weather was quite hot.
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barbara
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
This property is in an ideal location. It is close to all the Cairns restaurants but just far enough away to be much quieter than most. It is on the Esplanade and opposite the amazing Muddy's playground area which provides hours of free entertainment for young children. The staff were all helpful and friendly, with special mention going to liv, for her friendly and helpful service.We had a room on the top floor facing the Cairns waterfront and we enjoyed watching all the boats/ships coming and going. I probably shouldn't be sharing this hidden gem as we will definitely want to be returning in the future!
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Josephine
20 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Suite with large lounge and separate bedroom was more than adequate for my stay and had a water view. The hotel was lovely and quiet in a very convenient position for accessing the many dining and entertainment spots in the area. No restaurant on site but great breakfast just accross the road at Muddy's cafe. Checking in was easy and staff very helpful and polite. Had a great stay and would book again.
Suite with large lounge and separate bedroom was more than adequate for my stay and had a water view. The hotel was lovely and quiet in a very convenient position for accessing the many dining and entertainment spots in the area. No restaurant on site but great breakfast just accross the road at Muddy's cafe. Checking in was easy and staff very helpful and polite. Had a great stay and would book again.
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Deborah
9 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Located on the beautiful Cairns esplanade, an easy, pleasant two block walk to the main restaurant strip. The balcony of our 6th floor room overlooked the side street and had a good view of the harbour. Muddy’s Café across the Esplanade serves breakfast and lunch, discounted for hotel guests. The room was spacious, had a queen and two single beds, table and chairs and a bench fitted with sink, frig, microwave, plates and cutlery. Bathroom had a large walk-in shower. Reception is 24-hour and the staff were welcoming and helpful.
Located on the beautiful Cairns esplanade, an easy, pleasant two block walk to the main restaurant strip. The balcony of our 6th floor room overlooked the side street and had a good view of the harbour. Muddy’s Café across the Esplanade serves breakfast and lunch, discounted for hotel guests. The room was spacious, had a queen and two single beds, table and chairs and a bench fitted with sink, frig, microwave, plates and cutlery. Bathroom had a large walk-in shower. Reception is 24-hour and the staff were welcoming and helpful.
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Bryan
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
This is an excellent location. Minutes from the marina, aquarium (well worth the visit) and shopping. There are a lot of great upgrades and this is very clean. The staff was ultra friendly and could not have been more accommodating. This is truly a mom and pop 5 star hotel, and make sure you engage with Peter. You will feel the pride and caring he has in his hotel.
This is an excellent location. Minutes from the marina, aquarium (well worth the visit) and shopping. There are a lot of great upgrades and this is very clean. The staff was ultra friendly and could not have been more accommodating. This is truly a mom and pop 5 star hotel, and make sure you engage with Peter. You will feel the pride and caring he has in his hotel.
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Consuella
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
great place to stay, clean hotel
great place to stay, clean hotel
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Melissa
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was very clean and had everything I needed for my 3 night stay.
The room was very clean and had everything I needed for my 3 night stay.
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Gary
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Noisy room, close to major road, mountain view room have booked beach view for next visit
Noisy room, close to major road, mountain view room have booked beach view for next visit
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Rosalind
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Really lovely room with a balcony and air con. The staff are really helpful and they have a little shop with any essentials you might need.
Really lovely room with a balcony and air con. The staff are really helpful and they have a little shop with any essentials you might need.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 00:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Cairns Plaza Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Cairns Central Business District, steps from Cairns Esplanade and a 3-minute drive from Reef Fleet Terminal. It is 0.2 mi from Cairns Private Hospital and 0.3 mi from Cairns Base Hospital.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs are available for a fee of AUD 16.00 per stay, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of AUD 42.00 per stay. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not served at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 16.0 per stay
- Rollaway bed fee: AUD 42.0 per stay
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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24-Hour Front Desk
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