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$123209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns, 4870, Australia
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Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free shuttle
Air conditioning
Bar
Welcome to the Cairns Harbourside Hotel — your passport to sun-soaked adventures and relaxation in the vibrant heart of Cairns, Queensland! Just a stone's throw from the shimmering waters of the Coral Sea, our 4-star haven at 209-217 The Esplanade is a perfect blend of comfort and fun. With prices starting from just $123, this is where your tropical escape comes to life! With 1440 glowing reviews, you'll find plenty of happy travelers who have made memories here.
Dive into the good life with a splash in our sparkling outdoor swimming pool, or soak up the sun on our beautiful terrace equipped with free beach umbrellas and loungers. If you're feeling adventurous, why not take up snorkeling or horseback riding for an extra charge? Our on-site restaurant, bar, and 24-hour room service mean your taste buds are in for a treat, while our free Wi-Fi keeps you connected. Need to squeeze in a workout between beach visits? Our fitness center has got you covered, not to mention live music performances that create a vibrant atmosphere for a perfect night in.
With a convenient location just 1mi from the bustling city center, you’re never far from the action. Enjoy the local sights and sounds, or relax in your non-smoking room, complete with a kitchenette and private balcony to soak in the stunning views. Whether you're here for an unforgettable family vacation or a romantic getaway, our shuttle service, private parking, and friendly, 24-hour front desk staff are here to smooth the way for your perfect stay at Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside!
At Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, every day is an adventure waiting to happen! Start your morning with a delicious breakfast at our on-site Harbourside Bar and Kitchen — enjoy a menu that seamlessly blends tradition and modern cuisine, all in a family-friendly ambiance that is sure to please everyone. After you’ve fueled up, why not take a leisurely stroll along the beautiful Esplanade? It’s the perfect way to soak in stunning views while mingling with friendly locals and other travelers, ensuring unforgettable experiences are just around the corner. With live music filling the air during certain evenings, there are plenty of opportunities to dance the night away!
When it comes to relaxation, our outdoor swimming pool is exactly where you’ll want to be. Picture yourself lounging with a cocktail in hand, while the sun glimmers on the water ahead. Or, if you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, why not dive right in and enjoy the shallow end with impressive views? Beach umbrellas and loungers are provided for your comfort, enabling you to melt away the stress of everyday life, and it's all just a few steps away from the Coral Sea. For those who love a little more excitement, don’t miss out on our snorkeling and horseback riding excursions — trust us, you’ll want those vacation selfies!
At the end of the day, retreat to your serene non-smoking room, where a kitchenette and private balcony await to embrace you with tranquility and views that will take your breath away. Whether you're nestled up with your loved one, catching the sunset, or enjoying the vibrant city lights, there’s something enchanting about unwinding in your private space after a day well spent. With a 24-hour approachable front desk ready at your service, your vacations’ momentary hiccups are sure to fade away, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the magic of Cairns at the Holiday Inn!
Closest airports
Cairns International Airport
1.8miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free shuttle
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Garden
Bathtub
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Suite, Seafront View
1 King Size Bed
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Coffee machine
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Indulge in the King Suite - Seafront, offering a spacious 344 sqft, a private balcony, and a luxurious king-size bed, perfect for 3 adults and 2 children. Enjoy the added comfort of air conditioning, a bathtub, and free toiletries.
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King/2 Double Room
1 King Size Bed
2 Double Beds
300 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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Stay in our spacious 301 sqft Triple Standard Room with a balcony and a private bathroom. Perfect for 3 adults and 2 children, equipped with air conditioning and a bathtub. No smoking allowed.
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King/ Single Room, Sea View
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
25 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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Enjoy a spacious 301 sqft Standard Triple Room with breathtaking sea views, featuring a King and Single bed for 3 adults and 2 children. Relax on the balcony or in the bathtub and enjoy the free toiletries in the private bathroom.
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Triple Room
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
300 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Stay in our spacious 301 sqft Standard Triple Room with a King and Single Bed, perfect for 3 adults and 2 children. Enjoy a balcony, bathtub, and free toiletries in your private bathroom, alongside air conditioning.
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Premium, King Size, Seafront View
1 King Size Bed
30 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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King Room, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
325 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Room - 2 Double
2 Double Beds
300 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Room - 2 Double, Sea View
2 Double Beds
300 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
290 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
45 sqft
Mountain view
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Balcony
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Premium, 2 Double Beds, Seafront View
2 Double Beds
30 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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Premium, 2 Double Beds, Sea View
2 Double Beds
30 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
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Location
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Staff
Value for money
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Breakfast
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Gyöngyi
8.2
August 2024
Location, location, location. Cheapest option on the beach , good value for money. Breakfast is good, it’s worth to ask for it. Suite is so spacious for a family. View is nice from the breakfast area/ pool. I was disappointed however that we were accommodated in the back tower front where the sea view is not the same as from the front building . I was tired to argue but it was very not nice gesture from front desk … considering that on booking.com I could still see for that night other sea view suits were free … so that is all from the front desk staff. If you book here a sea view , insist only on the front building suite.
Rooms are outdated but clean and spacious. I could not understand for such a big hotel why do you only have 6 ! Beds at the pool , When you have space for 16 at least ?
Paul
8.2
July 2024
The room I had was on the very top floor with waterfront views. The room was roomy and so was the bathroom. Shower was great and excellent hot water. I liked that I had a coffee machine too.
The hotel was a bit out from the CBD so you had a good walk to most of the attractions. I did not like how the tv in my room was set at a very bad angle to the bed and also the tv was too small for the size of the room I was in. Breakfast was great but the coffee was absolutely s**t like drinking dirty dish water. Plus the coffee machine wasn’t working properly most of the time. Lucky for the coffee machine in my room that was much better coffee.
Karen
8.2
December 2024
Clean. Good service from friendly and happy staff. The location is good, out of the main cbd area so it's not noisy but still less than 10min drive to get there. Rooms were quiet, first hotel where i didn't get woken up by neighbouring rooms talking, or talking in the hallways or banging doors. Daily room clean if needed which is nice. Nice garden and good view of the waters. Nice outdoor seating to eat and drink.
Only downside was the sofa bed. Mattress is so thin you can feel the springs in your body, and it sloped in the middle. I had to ask for extra blankets to try thicken it up. Springs all squeeked on any movement as well. Pillows were very flat as well.
Pamela
9.1
October 2024
So glad we stayed here! Room was beautiful. Staff was extraordinary! Breakfast was amazing. Location was perfect for walking, cabs and access to the railway for our train to Kuranda. Staff was helpful, friendly, professional and full of wonderful information and tips, including how to use their free shuttle service to get closer to the train station. Breakfast really was amazing.
Wifi was almost non-existent in our room and even moving to the breakfast area, as recommended by staff, still led to a very slow internet. Not sure how much was the router, because when reported, it seemed to pick up for a bit, then would drop back off. Would still stay again, even if internet was the same because the hotel and the staff are A+++.
Chrisanthy
8.2
September 2024
Location was great, close to everything. Staff were friendly & accommodating but when we first arrived one of our rooms was not what we expected/booked. Standard triple room, should have been a king bed plus a single bed - we were given a room with a pullout sofa. When we queried this, staff member agreed we shouldn't have been given this room but if course all the standard triple rooms were now taken. We were moved to the older part of the hotel (away from other family), no ocean view but city. I guess minor things but not what we booked..
As above - if you book something, you expect to receive that. They couldn't accommodate early check-in or rooms close by which we understood but then being given a room with a sofa bed, that was not right.
Sangeeta
8.2
August 2024
Cairns is a beautiful place. It was our very first visit. The room was big with a nice big balcony with a great view of the mountains. The beds were comfortable, maybe a bit soft, but we didn't mind really. The buffet breakfast was basic but good. The staff were extremely friendly. They had a shuttle bus to and from the esplanade in the first half of the day which is quite nice. The esplanade is a good walk from the hotel, realistically it takes 20-25 mins. The pick up point to our tour was right opposite our hotel which was also very helpful. Our flight reached early in the morning around 9 and we had to wait for a few hours since the check-in was only at 3, but they gave us the room by 12, which was nice.
Nothing really.
Helen
8.2
August 2024
We booked a one-bedroom king suite with sofa bed and sea view. There was also a small kitchenette. The room was nice and big, with a good view out to sea (even though it was in the hotel block that is set back from the road). The breakfast was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
There is a lack of parking in the hotel car park (limited spaces) and we really struggled to get a park. Not too much of an issue, as there was plenty of parking out on the street.
Jennifer
10
September 2024
Room was exactly what l wanted, two balconies was a bonus for me it was like a small apartment, breakfast was a wonderful display of food to suit everyone, and the beds very comfortable with a choice of firm or soft pillows. I will definitely be back!
Bit of confusion at booking as l had booked a room through bookings.com and then rang the motel to ask after a walk in shower, apparently the other room was still booked in my name making two booking's, even though l had asked the staff member on the phone to change the booking.
Catherine
9.1
September 2024
The pool was lovely. We were upgraded to an ocean view room. Plenty of space. The people working at the premises were very pleasant…front desk, cleaners and breakfast staff. Breakfast/ meals and coffee are available at the accommodation. There was free parking.
It is a bit dated and tired… an example is a hairline crack in the vanity so really the vanity sink needs replacement. Generally the bathroom could do with a detailed clean to revamp the grout and renew the silicone. Cleaners use something which made the bathroom floor sticky and the bathtub slippery.
Helen
9.1
September 2023
Breakfast was superb! Loved the coffee machine and there was a fabulous selection of hot and cold foods. The staff went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable - for example, giving us a room with a sea view after a mistake with our booking. Many thanks for the awesome 5 star service đź‘Ť
The free shuttle service could have operated more regularly to enable guests to get to and from the main centre as it is quite a walk from the hotel. It would have given us a bit more time to relax as we had to find local buses or walk (which we did a lot).
Attractions
Cairns Aquarium
0.8miMichaelmas Cay
1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
1.1miRusty's Markets
1.2miCairns Botanic Gardens
1.2miCentenary Lakes
1.2miGreat Barrier Reef
1.2miGreen Island
1.3miBarron Gorge National Park
10.4miKuranda
10.6miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
10.8miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
13.1miLake Barrine
24.7miAtherton Tablelands
24.7miGranite Gorge Nature Park
28.9miAttractions
Cairns Aquarium
0.8miMichaelmas Cay
1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
1.1miRusty's Markets
1.2miCairns Botanic Gardens
1.2miCentenary Lakes
1.2miGreat Barrier Reef
1.2miGreen Island
1.3miBarron Gorge National Park
10.4miKuranda
10.6miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
10.8miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
13.1miLake Barrine
24.7miAtherton Tablelands
24.7miGranite Gorge Nature Park
28.9miAirports
Cairns International Airport
1.8miHarbourside Bar and Kitchen
Cuisines
Ambiances
Location
Features
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Free shuttle
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Garden
Bathtub
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Aerobics
Archery
Bingo
Bowling
Canoeing
Cooking class
Cycling
Diving
Fishing
Happy hour
Hiking
Horseback riding
Live music/Performance
Live sports events (broadcast)
Movie nights
Snorkeling
Stand-up comedy
Temporary art galleries
Tennis court
Themed dinners
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Coffee house on site
Fruit
Grocery deliveries
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
iPod dock
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Mobile app for room service
Room Amenities
Iron
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Fitness
Outdoor swimming pool
Transportation
Car rental
Free shuttle
View
Mountain view
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
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Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$32 per child per day
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$32 per person per day
The price in AUD has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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At what times are check-in and check-out at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Cairns Harbourside Hotel permits check-ins after 03:00 PM and expects check-outs to be completed by 11:00 AM.
Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel provide free parking options?
Yes, guests can enjoy free, private on-site parking at the Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, an IHG Hotel.
How much does a stay at Cairns Harbourside Hotel cost?
A stay at Cairns Harbourside Hotel can begin from a rate of $123. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.
Which room categories can I book at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
The Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside offers a variety of rooms, including 1 Bedroom Suites, Standard Triple Rooms, Premium King Rooms, and Deluxe Suites. Most rooms can accommodate 1 adult and do not allow smoking. Bed sizes include King, Queen, Twin, and Double, with room sizes ranging from 291 to 441 sqft. Some rooms feature sea views or are accessible with different bed and room sizes.
Where can guests find entertainment in Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Guests at the Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside can enjoy a range of leisure activities during their stay. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool, which features a shallow end and scenic views. The hotel also offers beach chairs and umbrellas, providing the perfect opportunity for guests to soak up the sun. For those seeking some physical activity, the hotel has a tennis court and a fitness center. Additionally, guests can unwind at the Harbourside Bar and Kitchen, which offers a variety of ambiences including family-friendly and romantic, allowing them to enjoy delicious meals or grab a relaxing drink. Whether they want to lounge by the pool, go for a game of tennis, or indulge in a culinary experience, there are plenty of options for guests to spend their time within the hotel.
Can guests use a pool at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
The Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside hotel has an outdoor pool available, which is open all year round and includes a shallow end. Additionally, the pool offers a view.
Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel have on-site restaurants?
The hotel features an on-site restaurant called Harbourside Bar and Kitchen, which offers a variety of ambiances including family-friendly, traditional, modern, and romantic. However, specific details about the cuisines offered at the restaurant are not provided in the data.
What methods of payment does Cairns Harbourside Hotel accept?
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, an IHG Hotel accepts the following methods of payment: Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, American Express, JCB, Maestro, and Eftpos. Cash is not accepted at the hotel.
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