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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Base Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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

Mountain View Room 2 Double Beds

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

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

Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds

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

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

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Ocean View Queen Room

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

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

Mountain View Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 3 outdoor pools and 24-hour front desk
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 centre are on-site.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy garden views while dining at Coral Hedge Brasserie
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Private Hospital
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2562 square feet (238 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cairns hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Coral Hedge Brasserie – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco 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 transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self 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
  • Splash pad
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

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 centre
  • Conference centre (2,562 square foot 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
  • Lift (196 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (120 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 20 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cairns Rydges
Esplanade Resort Cairns
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Rydges Cairns
Rydges Cairns Esplanade Resort
Rydges Esplanade
Rydges Esplanade Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Cairns Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Cairns North
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Hotel Cairns North

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1005 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

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and cleanliness of building were quite good. Building itself needs a bit of improvement slightly outdated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great facilities and close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oxana

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandip kaur

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at this property! The room was exceptionally clean and well-maintained, which made a big difference in our comfort level. The staff were friendly, professional, and always ready to help with anything we needed. One of the highlights was the stunning ocean view from my room—it was the perfect way to start and end each day. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and welcoming place by the sea!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We stayed here for 3 nights. The room was clean and well presented with a balcony. Staff were plesent. Walkable to the beach within a few minutes. There are warning signs on the beach that there are crocodiles. NO walking on the beach and NO swiming. (No i'm not joking)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night before heading to the reef. Very clean, comfortable, and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Son

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful large room. I chose the room with a view. I could see the ocean and the sunrise was beautiful. It’s a very convenient location. Staff was wonderful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was above and beyond! I had a really early flight landing in Cairns and they allowed me to check-in and were able to accomodate me on short notice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROSE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane, Chula Vista

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view from the hotel. Free breakfast included Swimming pool available if needed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was fairly central to everything
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
View was great. Rooms very dated & tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, with pool. A little bit far away from all restaurants, but only if you have mobility issues. Bar was nice and the restaurant food was excellent, regards to the chef!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhuvanthi

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained hotel and easy to get to the city central. We were not initially allowed rooms next to each other, although was requested when booking. However, Brian at the reception was very nice to accommodate the our rooms on the same level and made our stay enjoyable. The restaurant and Bar was great. The person serving at the bar was very friendly and made some amazing drinks for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hiral

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Hotel was bit run down condition. Not enough lights in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Run down property and house keeping is very average. Not really value for money and wouldn't recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Donna Dirty old
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakshmanan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was central location and hotel room was nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margot

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shower was awkward to use and felt unsafe - floor was slippery .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was handy area a bit expensive
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While it is dated, it appeared well run to us .our room was fine. The restaurant and staff was excellent. Maybe a bit more cutlery and a toaster might have been handy,but minor things.a help with luggage to room may also be something to consider.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025