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Cairns Plaza Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
View from room
Cairns Plaza Hotel, located near Cairns Esplanade, offers a relaxed stay with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. Unwind on the terrace or get connected with in-room WiFi; helpful staff are always available to assist.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
$163 nightly
The total price is $180
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(83 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 10 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 12 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cairns Plaza Hotel

When you stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Reef Fleet Terminal. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 8 2026 to February 12 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from February 13 2026 to February 19 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Front desk
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 16.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 42.0 per stay

Policies

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Cairns Plaza
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairns Plaza Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from February 8 2026 to February 12 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cairns Plaza Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (16-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Cairns Plaza Hotel and nearby?

Cairns Plaza Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Cairns Plaza Hotel like?

Cairns Plaza Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 15 minutes' walk from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The pool area was recently refurbished and was lovely, warm, and well-maintained. (17 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near various restaurants and eateries, making dining options easily accessible. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were available through breakfast boxes or discounts at nearby cafes, offering a convenient and delicious start to the day. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Location
Room
Service staff
View
Esplanade
Restaurant
Bed
Value
Balcony
Walking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, value and friendly staff.

Great location near the park and super friendly staff! We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely stay here again!
Shawn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, helpful and friendly staff
Sonia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean central family friendly

Staff very friendly, helped us check in early. Hotel basic but very clean and centrally located opposite the playground and near multiple restaurants and the aquarium. Also only 10 min from airport. Good family stay location in central Cairns, would stay again in transit for a few nights
Claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Greatvs

Beautiful view. Great, friendly staff. Would stay here again as a fantastic location. Some renovations going on inside hotel.
Anne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice and clean, close to town and great views
John mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overlooks the sea and short walk to great restaurants.
Laurence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfy hotel

Very nice stay in the Plaza, in a lovely location on the esplanade, no problem with parking, nice sized room with lovely comfy bed and all the amenities you would want, also balcony with nice view
Colin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was convenient with muddys playground right across the road and they provided beach towels which was great. The balcony view from our family room was fantastic, we could see both the mountains and the sea:) parking was easy as well.
Ying Jie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location.
Yusof, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly and accomodating from start to the end of our stay, would definitely recommend
CLY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our 2nd time staying here with kids. Spacious and bright with a great view. Right accross from muddys playground and an easy walk down to the lagoon and night markets. Staff are friendly and helpful. Its affordable and this will keep us returning. Great stay.
Mandy, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great size suite and helpful staff
Rae, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location. Spacious accommodation. Friendly staff. Great value.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and easy to walk to everything
Trevor, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Fantastic room on the 6th floor - great view over the Esplanade & out to sea, spacious apartment, comfortable & good value IMO. Staff were also fantastic
Barry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for a one-night stay. Easy walk to water and many restaurants
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Greg, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very affordable and close to everything
Kirsten, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

safe, and walking distance to most places.
suparna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location loved the room
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Tracey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very impressed with the hotel The room was amazing and the view was worth it
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for Ironman. Couldn’t have been more perfect. Walking distance to everything and on the run course. Super friendly staff.
William, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved that Muddies is so close
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in a 1 bedroom suite - great value. Reception staff friendly and efficient. Very comfortable sofa and bed. Lovely view over the Esplanade from balcony. Easy walking distance to hospitals, Cairns Central, Waterfront, cafes and restaurants. You can also use the pool and bathroom facilities after checking out - very handy if on a late flight.
Jillian Mary, 4-night trip