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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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Located close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Night Markets, Cairns Harbourside Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travelers may like the archery at this hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine brasserie, Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 540
AED 602 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep

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

2 Double beds standard with Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

King Bed Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

2 Double Beds Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

King Bed Standard

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees.

2 Double Beds Standard

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

2 Double beds standard with Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

King Bed Premium with Sofa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Premium King Seafront Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

Premium Twin Seafront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

2 Double Beds Premium Seaview

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with chairs, a television, and a balcony with a view.

One Bedroom Suite with Sofa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a computer, a bed, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

One Bedroom Suite with Seaview

  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Cairns North, a neighborhood in Cairns, Cairns Harbourside Hotel is near the airport and on the waterfront. Cairns Night Markets and Smithfield Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens and Cairns Convention Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Cairns travel guide
Map
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
    Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A narrow market aisle with clothing racks, hats, and accessories.
    Cairns Night Markets
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A train carriage with red seats and windows.
    Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    6 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Muddy's Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Villa Romana
    3 min drive
  • Dunwoodys
    11 min walk
  • Smith Street Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Atrium
    19 min walk

About this property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Located close to Cairns Night Markets and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, Cairns Harbourside Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travelers may like the archery at this hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine brasserie, Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping center shuttle, and wedding services
    • Luggage storage, an elevator, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 173 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Changing tables, highchairs, and free infant beds
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
    • 108-cm HDTVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 33 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
  • Natural Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2,550 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 108-cm LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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 0.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 33 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.4 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 4-device limit
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Harbourside Hotel on 18 September 2026 start from AED 540, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cairns Harbourside Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Cairns Harbourside Hotel located?

This family-friendly Cairns hotel is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Night Markets, and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens and Cairns Convention Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cairns Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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