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Alivio Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern bar area with a long counter and several stools, a reception desk in the background, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.
A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior balcony (mountain view)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Superior balcony (mountain view)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio Queen

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

Standard Studio Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior + balcony (pool)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Superior + balcony (pool)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior + balcony (mountain view)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Superior + balcony (mountain view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 bedroom apartment (pool side)

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

1 bedroom apartment (pool side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Split + balcony (Pool view)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

King Split + balcony (Pool view)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio (pool side)

Premium bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio (pool side)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Split + balcony (Mountain view)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

King Split + balcony (Mountain view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 bedroom apartment (mountain view)

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a dining area with a white table and chairs. A television is on a cabinet, and a window offers a view of mountains.

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 bedroom apartment (ocean view)

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a neatly made bed, and a clean, modern design.

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view)

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio (pool side)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and a coffee table with a plant.

Superior Studio (pool side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio (mountain view)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Studio (mountain view)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio (ocean view)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior Studio (ocean view)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Alivio Hotel Cairns

An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a hot tub are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services and dry cleaning. Change of towels is available on request
Alivio Hotel Cairns offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Cairns hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

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 Alivio Hotel Cairns. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cairns Esplanade. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • 7 minutes by foot from Cairns Esplanade and a 2-minute drive from Reef Fleet Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Alivio Hotel Cairns offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Alivio Hotel Cairns. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

Finn Finn – On-site restaurant. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Finn Finn

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • 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 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sunshine Tower Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel
Sunshine Tower Cairns
Sunshine Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel Hotel
Sunshine Tower Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel Hotel Cairns

Alivio Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 655 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 655 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 655 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 655 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 655 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Onsite, underground parking was fabulous and the reception staff are so very helpful in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela Rodriguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Binil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very courtious. Room was clean and comfortable. Motel is close to amenities, shops and hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property with large room. Would recommend not booking the mountain view room as it looks over a busy road. About a 20 min walk to the Esplande were all of the restaurants were located.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are super sweet and the coffee is good and cheap downstairs in the bar. Motel is clean, quiet, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, cool and quiet and the bed was comfortable. I would happily stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mario

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Roof was leaking in the reception area and works being carried out. The advertised a cafe in the building but it was closed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was nice and secure. Great location, lovely staff. However, we paid for a buffet breakfast every morning, which is the reason we booked this property, only to be given a gift voucher of $20 each pp per day for a cafe up the road, which did not cover the cost of a meal and a coffee, so we had to always pay extra. If we knew this prior, we would not have stayed at this hotel. We also went downstairs for happy hr and had to pay full price.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very Nice Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place and walkable to the lively areas
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and restaurants, lovely stay, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay conveniently located and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, we'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in the staff was helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and larger than expected. The room was in good condition and had a microwave and fridge. The hotel was within walking distance of the esplanade, Central train station, shopping and the marinas. The breakfast was a buffet on the weekend and it was as good as I’ve had in a while. The weekday breakfast was a small cafe , Goose Cafe, 30 m to the north. You get a $20 credit for breakfast. No complaints here. I had bf and a large flat white for <$5. The pool and spa looked inviting but I didn’t use them. Overall I enjoyed my stay and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this hotel. Tip: ask for a room on the poolside - away from the street and you’ll see sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

The staff were very helpful both at the front desk and breakfast area. Rooms and facility were clean. TV and some electrical outlets did not work. Room is not made up unless you spend 7 nights. Had to ask for more towels and shampoo. Breakfast quality wasn’t great. Only offer instant coffee with breakfast/ otherwise need to pay for “real” coffee if any kind. Hotel is not in a central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price & great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well priced, clean, comfortable accommodation with friendly, helpful staff.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nerida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE BREAKFAST WAS AMAZING!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025