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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a telephone on the nightstand.

King Guest Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A cityscape with modern buildings, a road with parked cars, and mountains in the background.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Double Deluxe City Mountain View

A cityscape with modern buildings, a road with parked cars, and mountains in the background.

Double Double Deluxe City Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

A cityscape with modern buildings, a road with parked cars, and mountains in the background.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a telephone on the nightstand.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

A cityscape with modern buildings, a road with parked cars, and mountains in the background.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings and mountains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

City center retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District hotel, you'll find Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and Muddy's Playground are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 17 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

4.5-star luxury hotel near Cairns Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 237 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1989
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns offers 237 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and safes. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cairns hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 25 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 38 to 38 for adults and AUD 19 to 19 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 to 38 for adults, and AUD 19 to 19 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • 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 class

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

Property is also known as

Cairns Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cairns
Holiday Inn Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree Hilton Cairns
Doubletree By Hilton Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns to the airport?

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is 3.8 mi (10-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 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns?

As of Oct 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns on Oct 28, 2026 start from $118, including 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 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns.

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns to the beach?

This hotel is 14.1 mi (26-min drive) from Palm Cove Beach and 7.4 mi (15-min drive) from Holloways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 38 and 38 for adults, AUD 19 and 19 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (12-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 25 per day.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns have a pool?

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns features an outdoor pool.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mediterranean cuisine, ocean views, and happy hour.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns to downtown Cairns?

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is 0.4 mi away from Tropical North Waterfront.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place to stay. We will come back for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a fabulous hotel. Well located for everything and the pool side bar was very relaxing way to finish the day with clients.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, building restraints very clean refreshing relaxing. All staff polite and helpfull. Restraunt on beachfront excellent well presented. Staff super service good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location near tours, boardwalk, restaurants, and more! Hotel staff was super friendly and helpful. I’d happily stay here again and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was central to the city centre. Rooms were lovely. Staff were really really friendly and very helpful. Great place to stay would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is daily, but the proximity to the Esplanade and lagoon made those options very attractive. I'd recommend the Double Tree to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice. We stayed there the last 3 times we were in Cairns in the last few months. Clean, nice breakfast, friendly professional staff. We feel nice returning to the room after a day out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We like the area. I have stayed here before. Large rooms, comfy beds. However, the front staff was not very helpful when we were trying to arrange additional stay and absolutely refused a late check out (even though the hotel had empty rooms).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel and very convenient to all shops and restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel to stay in. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the Esplanade. Breakfast is fantastic. Large room with a king bed and a balcony with two chairs and a small table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The warm cookie on arrival is the BEST. Room is spotless, bed is comfy, huge balcony and lovely staff. Honestly, everything you'd expect from the Hilton brand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position . Excellent property .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zero complaints, from a warm cookie to leaving through the garden, we loved the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, perfect location, delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great rooms and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fantastic staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well-maintained
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, great free breakfast and beautiful atrium
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, walking distance to many restaurants, night markets & bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. The staff were great. The room was clean. The pool area is vibes on vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, bed made every day
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

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