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Cairns Plaza Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | View from room
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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
(84 reviews)
  • 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

Cairns

Cairns Central Business District stay.With a stay at this Cairns Central Business District hotel, you'll be steps from Muddy's Playground and St Monica's Cathedral. Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Private Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 20 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade
As a guest of Cairns Plaza Hotel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Cairns Plaza Hotel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front-desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Cairns Plaza Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 42.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 16.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 16.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 42.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Cairns Plaza Hotel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cairns Plaza Hotel to the airport?

Cairns Plaza Hotel is 4 mi (7-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Plaza Hotel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $168.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cairns Plaza Hotel.

How close is Cairns Plaza Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.2 mi (14-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 10.9 mi (18-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel offer free breakfast?

Cairns Plaza Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (16-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Cairns Plaza Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cairns Plaza Hotel to downtown Cairns?

Cairns Plaza Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Cairns.

Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 658 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Berwyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald, Labrador City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and big rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only criticism is the noise you can hear from the other rooms directly above and either side. Our first night it sounded like the people in the room on one side of us were right outside our door. It was that loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
"Mutton dressed up as lamb". Older hotel in good location. Cheap reno furniture, fully priced, no hassles in or out. Clean and recently painted? Clearly more of a tourist family place, not competitive with major chains adjacent which are same price. Noisy neighbour late at night, door slamming in narrow corridor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short, 2 night stay to recover from a Brisbane to Cairns Roadtrip prior to flying home to the UK. Nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Walking distance to decent restaurants, cairns central train station, beach, splash parks etc. would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Greatvs

Beautiful view. Great, friendly staff. Would stay here again as a fantastic location. Some renovations going on inside hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Plaza Hotel, our one-bedroom unit was well-appointed, had comfortable bed and nice view. The staff were friendly and helpful. We also took advantage of the pool which was an added bonus. The Plaza is situated within walking distance of good eateries, shopping and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

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

8/10 Good

Farlen

Liked: Cleanliness
Location good walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little bit noisy, we could hear the lift pinging every few minutes and sometimes seconds. A lot of noise coming from other rooms and other floors, and outside (sirens mostly). So not much in the way of soundproofing. About a 5-10 minute walk from the majority of the bars and restaurants. Staff really friendly and helpful. Stored our suitcases before we left on the last day, and made sure we knew we could use the shower room to freshen up before our flight. All in all not a bad hotel at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

YEIN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay as a family of four with two young children. The 24-hour front desk was very convenient, and all the staff were friendly and helpful. We stayed in a room with a separate living area and a bedroom with a king-size bed, and with a crib and an extra bed added, there was plenty of space and it was very comfortable. Although the bathroom and carpet were a bit dated, everything was clean and we didn’t find it inconvenient at all. The location was quiet yet within walking distance to the city center, which was perfect. The hotel also has a pool, and there's a playground just outside—great for kids. Overall, it was a comfortable and pleasant stay at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay before
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geraldine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is a lip and step onto the balcony, especially coming back inside where you step over the lip and then odwn as the room is lower than the balcony. Would be concerned about an older person. We put a chair there to remind us to be careful. View from room was great. Location to food and lagoon also excellent. Didn't use facilities as we were only there overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025