Cairns Harbourside Hotel, Cairns

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About the Hotel

209-217 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Great
8.2
8.8
/10
4.0
4.0
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel, a 4-star accommodation, offers 173 rooms with private balconies featuring views of Trinity Bay or lush gardens. Guests can enjoy amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, and complimentary wireless internet. The award-winning Harbourside Bar & Kitchen serves an extensive menu reflecting local produce with an impressive selection of organic wines.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Cairns Harbourside Hotel are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities, among other amenities. Options include king rooms and suites with separate living areas, providing spacious accommodations for families. Many rooms feature private balconies with views of the water or gardens.

Dining Options

Dining at the Harbourside Bar & Kitchen includes a daily buffet breakfast and a multi-cuisine menu with local Queensland produce. The venue provides both indoor and outdoor seating with views of Trinity Bay. A selection of more than 900 wines, local gins, and tropical cocktails are also available.

Leisure & Family-Friendly Options

Leisure facilities include a sapphire blue swimming pool and spa, as well as lush gardens with walking paths and a koi pond for exploration. Guests can utilize a complimentary shuttle to the Cairns CBD and enjoy access to an off-site gym just a six-minute walk away. Family-friendly options are available, including children's meals and free stays for kids under 12.

Business Services & Location

Cairns Harbourside Hotel features function rooms tailored for meetings and events, accommodating up to 120 people. Equipped with audio-visual services, the spaces include options with views of the tropical gardens. The hotel is conveniently located near attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, enhancing its appeal for business and leisure travelers alike.

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Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Premium King Room Seafront
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Premium Double Room Two Double Beds Sea View
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
Premium King Room
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Standard King Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Archery
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel Location

209-217 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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209-217 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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Getting around
City Centre
Cairns17 min  ·  4600 ft
Airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)7 min  ·  2.8 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station23 min  ·  1.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 30 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Czech, Japanese, Chinese, Bahasa Indonesian, Javanese, Slovak
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
141
Former name
Mercure Cairns Harbourside

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Cairns Harbourside Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1548 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
84%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.8/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.9/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 2183 reviews
8.2/10
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