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Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00.
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel – Hotel near airport in Cairns
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Hotel overview and key features
209-217 Esplanade,
Cairns,
Australia,
4870,
Queensland
- Close to the Cairns Aquarium
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Loved by Cairns Harbourside Hotel guests
"Location, location, location. Cheapest option on the beach , good value for money."
"But omg the high light for me was the beds ? absolutely amazing beds that I could sleep on for a week straight."
"The room was big with a nice big balcony with a great view of the mountains."
Rooms and Suites
Cairns Harbourside Hotel boasts 173 spacious accommodation options, each equipped with a private balcony showcasing views of Trinity Bay, lush tropical gardens, or hinterland mountains. Choices include King Premium Sea View Rooms and
On-Site Dining
The
Pool and Gardens
Guests can relax by the
Family-Friendly Amenities
Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers a unique
Location and Transportation
The hotel is situated on The Cairns Esplanade, overlooking Trinity Bay, making it easily accessible for exploring local attractions. A
Highlights
Rooms: 173 spacious accommodations
Dining: Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
Pool: Sapphire-blue outdoor swimming pool
Family: Kids Eat and Stay Free
Transport: Complimentary shuttle bus service
“Cairns Harbourside Hotel strikes me as a reliable choice, especially for families drawn to Tropical North Queensland; the kids-stay-free deal certainly sweetens the pot. While it's not the height of luxury, the location near the Reef tours and the promise of award-winning dining give it a solid appeal. It seems a practical base for exploration, balancing value with access.”
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Choose your ideal room style
Choose from family rooms, suites, flexible cancellation & more
Standard Double Room Two Double Beds Sea View
2 persons
305 sq. feet
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Premium King Room Seafront
2 persons
305 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
room details
Premium Double Room Two Double Beds Seafront
2 persons
325 sq. feet
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
room details
Standard King Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
room details
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Prices and Availability
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Facilities
Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport
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
- Cots
- 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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Dining Onsite
At Cairns Harbourside Hotel, dining transforms into a delightfully local experience. The Harbourside Bar and Kitchen showcases modern Australian cuisine in a welcoming setting, emphasizing fresh, regional ingredients and an ethos of 'paddock to plate' and 'vineyard to glass.' Guests can enjoy relaxing meals while the vibrant Queensland atmosphere surrounds them.
Location info
209-217 Esplanade,
Cairns,
Australia,
4870,
Queensland
Map view
209-217 Esplanade,
Cairns,
Australia,
4870,
Queensland
City landmarks
Garden
Cairns Botanic Gardens
1.3
mi
Landmark
Cairns Night Markets
1.1
mi
Landmark
Green Island
1.3
mi
Market
Rusty's Markets
1.3
mi
Park
Muddy's Playground
3900 ft
Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium
4400 ft
Gallery
The Center of Contemporary Arts
4800 ft
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
3800 ft
Gallery
Cairns Regional Gallery
1.2
mi
Museum
The Cairns Museum
1.1
mi
Park
Munro Martin Parklands
4200 ft
Library
Cairns City Library
5200 ft
Zoo
Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
1.3
mi
Landmark
The Cairns Civic Theater
5100 ft
Landmark
Cairns Tropical Zoo
4200 ft
Landmark
Michaelmas Cay
1.1
mi
Landmark
Tanks Arts Centre
1.5
mi
Landmark
RAAF Memorial
2200 ft
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
1.0
mi
Landmark
Cairns Cenotaph
1.2
mi
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
1.1
mi
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
1.1
mi
Landmark
Ocean World Seafood Market
3900 ft
Landmark
The Dancers
3500 ft
Landmark
Cairns Showgrounds
1.5
mi
Landmark
Commemorative plaque of US army volunteers
4900 ft
Nearby
Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
1100 ft
6 Grove St
Cock 'n' Bull
1400 ft
228 Sheridan St
Crackerbox Palace
1600 ft
Obelisk in memory of the Munro and Martin family
1700 ft
Restaurants
Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
1100 ft
209-217 Esplanade
Cock & Bull
1400 ft
6 Grove St
Pedro's Pizza
2300 ft
223 Sheridan St
Sushi Train
2100 ft
221 Sheridan St
Tandoori Nights
1900 ft
209 Sheridan St
Tim Hei Hong Kong Cuisine
2100 ft
217 Sheridan St Unit 2
Palms Restaurant
2500 ft
295 Sheridan St Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Dunwoody's Tavern & Liquor Barn
2800 ft
317 Sheridan St
Coral Hedge Brassiere Restaurant and Bar
2600 ft
209-217 Abbott Street
Explore Cairns
Explore Cairns
Cairns Night Markets
20 minutes' walk
A bustling market offering local crafts, souvenirs, and a range of international cuisines-great for evening exploration.
Cairns Aquarium
17 minutes' walk
An immersive experience featuring marine life from local ecosystems, great for families and marine enthusiasts.
Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
4 minutes' walk
Casual dining spot with a focus on fresh, local produce; popular for its waterfront views and delicious seafood.
Pedro's Pizza
9 minutes' walk
Famous for its authentic pizzas and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for families and groups. Reservations for large parties recommended.
Tandoori Nights
7 minutes' walk
Offers a vibrant taste of Indian cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options, capturing authentic flavors of the subcontinent.
Getting around
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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
Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback
Past guest experiences and opinions
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Pros
Fantastic staff
Comfy beds
Good location
Outdoor areas
Spacious room
Cons
Tired furniture
Poor lighting
Guest reviewsbased on 1597 reviews
Elizabeth from United Kingdom
Family with children
Standard King Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 26, 2026
9/10
Excellent stay by the water
convenient locationbreakfast selectionoutdoor deck
The location suited our needs. Tour operators picked us up right at the hotel. Breakfast had lots of options. The deck was a nice spot for an evening snack.
The gym was a bit small.
Facilities
8/10
The hotel features a well-kept outdoor pool. The pool area includes comfortable loungers and shaded seating. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant with a varied menu.
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Dean from United States
Couple
Standard King Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 09, 2026
7/10
Fine Stay
spacious roomgood breakfastfriendly staffbad smelldirty carpetused sheets
I had a really nice room. It was spacious. Breakfast tasted good according to the standard of Australia. All of the staff are excellent, friendly and willing to help.
The room needed work. Carpet smelled badly and looked dirty and old. The bed sheets was like previous guests used them. The sheets were not washed prior to my visit.
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Joseph from United States
Single
Standard King Room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 04, 2026
7/10
king bedfree parkingespresso machinestained furnituremissing toiletriesabsent power point
the room was huge with a king bed, which i found super comfy (especially the pillows!). i thought the free parking was awesome, and street parking was also easy if the lot was full. an espresso machine was in the room too and that really helped start my days.
the bathroom was a little run down, i noticed old stained furniture in the room. there were no complimentary toiletries provided, like a shower cap. i did find the absence of a bedside power point to charge my phone annoying.
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Henry from United Kingdom
Single
Standard Double Room Two Double Beds
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 04, 2026
9/10
excellent viewlovely bar
the view were excellent. the happy hour at the lovely bar were very appreciated. the staff at this hotel were really good i find.
the hotel is at least a mile away from the harbor i think.
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Bill from Australia
Family with children
Standard King Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 19, 2025
9.3/10
Really good stay!
soft pillowssecure balconystress freeaffordable price
The beds were AMAZING!!! I had soft and firm pillows to choose from. That was a nice touch. We had our toddler with us. The balcony door locked and also had a security chain way out of children's reach, so I could relax stress FREE. I found it very affordable too.
It wasn't a major issue, but I could hear it occasionally.
Dining
9/10
Breakfast, meals, and coffee are available at the accommodation, a VERY convenient feature. The meals were quite good and reasonably priced, especially when dining in-house becomes necessary or preferable .
Location
9/10
The hotel is close to the airport, a plus for travelers. It also offers easy access to the coast, providing convenient access to the sea. This location makes commuting quite easy.
Facilities
9/10
The hotel has free parking, beneficial with vehicles. A pool is also available. These facilities.
Service
10/10
The staff was wonderful and very accommodating, which definitely enhanced the experience. The front desk employees were pleasant, and their helpful nature added a personal touch. This GREAT service contributed to a nice stay.
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FAQs
About Cairns Harbourside Hotel
How far is Cairns Harbourside Hotel from Cairns International Airport?
The hotel is approximately 10 minutes' drive or 5 km from Cairns International Airport.
What dining options are available at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Guests can enjoy meals at the award-winning Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, known for its focus on local produce and natural wines.
Is there a swimming pool available at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool with stunning views.
Are there any fitness facilities at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
The hotel provides access to a 24-hour business hub and an offsite gymnasium.
What internet services does Cairns Harbourside Hotel offer?
Guests can access free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
What nearby attractions are accessible from Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Nearby attractions include the Great Barrier Reef tours and the Daintree Rainforest, both easily accessible from the hotel.
Which popular restaurants are close to Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Nearby restaurants include Odett's Cafe (0.5 km), Steak on Lake (0.5 km), and Harbourside Bar & Kitchen (on-site).
Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel provide room amenities?
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, and a flat-screen TV.
What is the accommodation policy for children at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?
Up to four children aged 12 and under can stay and eat free when ordering from the main menu.
Is Cairns Harbourside Hotel accessible for guests with limited mobility?
The hotel features wheelchair access to ensure a comfortable stay for guests with limited mobility.
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