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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4.0 star property

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Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pool
$130
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9

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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Mountain View Room 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ocean View Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mountain View Queen Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Mountain View Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4-star hotel in Cairns North
Along with 3 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns features 3 outdoor swimming pools. The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a business center and meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 2562 square feet (238 square meters) include a conference center. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has designated areas for smoking.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Coral Hedge Brasserie - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coral Hedge Brasserie

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (2,562 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (77 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1021 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We liked the location and the room was generous. The beds were not comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Traveled with partner
Property not well maintained light bulbs out in our room electrical fittings not working. Ate dinner in the restaurant and found a hair in my salad. Felt like a a 2 star property and uncared for
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bridie

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our one night stay before a flight from Cairns didn’t meet expectations. While the staff were friendly and efficient at check in, the hotel and rooms have seen better days and are quite tired. We had booked a family room which had small bunks for the kids. While these beds worked well, unfortunately both of them had dirty sheets (stains), requiring a call to reception to get them changed when we got back from dinner and pulled back the sheets. They did change the sheets, but we didn’t get an explanation or real apology.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, however very dated. Had buffet breakfast- left alot to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Blade

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family room worked well, breakfast was good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

MATHEW

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Although a 4 star hotel this appeared mediocre and the pool was not clean. Its just the room and no other extras come with it. Parking has extra fee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beds were comfortable but the hotel itself is looking very tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jianfang

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to everthing
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No toaster, or microwave. Limited mugs and glasses. Very expensive dinning. Other then that, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julaiporn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with my hubby and 2 kids, 16, 14. We didn’t use many of the amenities since we were out and about the few days we were there. We were able to use the local bus a couple of times and it was a convenient walk from the hotel. It was close to a great cafe - Muddy’s Cafe (fantastic food & view), walking downtown is doable - about 30 min? We ate at the restaurant one night and it was pretty good, decent selection. They had food we could take on the road as well - muffins and some sandwiches which was great as we were heading out for excursions. They have a whole wall of excursions around the area and they set us up with a Great Barrier Reef snorkeling trip. They have shampoo, conditioner & body wash in the shower, mini fridge, no microwave. Very close to the airport. Decent as far as noise levels from the hallway- people are just not considerate in the halls. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Coffee and tea selections can be improved with addition of some biscuits.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark van

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricky, Singapore

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The estate is generally in ok condition but the toilets had mould and the floor stains. There was no basic amenities like shavers, toothbrush or shower caps. Several days they also provided only 2 towels when there were 3 registered guests
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleena

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick efficient check in.. room was very clean and what i expected
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025