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Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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Terrace/patio
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest
Point of interest
Exterior detail

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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King Room Plus | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Plus

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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King Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(59 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District hotel, you'll find Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Reef Teach and The Cairns Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 8 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffiend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Candy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Corea Corea - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade
As a guest of Hides Hotel Cairns, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hides Hotel Cairns also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cairns hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1968
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Hides Hotel Cairns offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 14 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 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 accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 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 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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 14 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to the airport?

Hides Hotel Cairns is 4.3 mi (8-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 Hides Hotel Cairns?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hides Hotel Cairns on Sep 29, 2025 start from $73.49, 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 Hides Hotel Cairns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hides Hotel Cairns.

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 11.2 mi (19-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hides Hotel Cairns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hides Hotel Cairns, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (7-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a pool?

Hides Hotel Cairns does not have a pool.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to downtown Cairns?

Hides Hotel Cairns is 0.1 mi away from Cairns.

Hides Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 229 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 1013 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ROBERT, Las Vegas

Disliked: Amenities
A great 'stop through' hotel - nothing very special, but for an overnight it's great! Facilities are a bit 'worn' but are clean. One downside - they do not confirm checkout before coming in to clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent location. Exposed wires hanging from ceiling fan, stained shower with mould,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Plz read whole review. This good aspects. On arrival at 4.50pm shocked no staff at reception esp with about 25 people noisily, but happily milling around. (On booking I hadn't realised hotel also had backpackers section. this could haattract or appeal to or not to some) but did know they would actually take out $100 deposit. Lift to room was small & shabby...and often crowded ( beyond limit?) My room was small but otherwise inside looked pleasant just like photo. It was very clean n contained all things expected, mostly in new/ newish condition . Bathroom was clean + okay, but unfortunately couldn't fit kettle under the tap to fill it directly. Plumbing was very loud & ongoing noise for hrs. King bed, TV, air con & fans were v good. Fridge was ok, but small freezer was disappointing. Safety DEP box? The room was accessed by a real key - perhaps an inside latch/ lock would give some people the extra ' impression' of security esp when people came past often speaking/ walking loudly along the very long narrow hallway. While the room looked fine, the large window had no view...at all...covered in heavy frosted glass.While it couldn't be opened it did feel like being locked in (with nice big curtains. The lack oThis should be mentioned in listing & hotel website- especially if only some or all rooms were same. This allows guests to request alternate rooms before p & usually mentioned Later found out meeting area for big group)Lift to room was small & shabby. Then
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matilda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to contact. Hard to cancel. Hard to obtain refund. Just an awful experience all around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This would be the most disgustingingly dirty place we have ever stayed in. The positives; Housekeeping had done the best with what they were given. The shower had excellent pressure. The negatives; Curtains were stained and smelled putrid. windows were absolutely filthy with 2 bird poo covered air-conditioning units at the open window and drug paraphernalia and pooh on the ledge beneath the window made a dreadful smell. The pidgeons were perched there. The blanket supplied was disgusting, it was so old and stained. No exhaust for shower steam. Only one mug and one tiny cup. pillows were so flat and old, had to ask for extra. No sink plug ( why do places not supply them ?) We will NEVER stay here again and strongly recommend fellow travelers look elsewhere until the owner cleans the place up.
The filthy stained curtains
The gross view from window
The ledge, stinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Take 2

Move here as power went out at the place I was at
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This was a budget property and I think basically it was as expected for the price point. I really didn't like the lack of ventilation, but could live with it. The bed was a bit hard and pillows were really cheap and terrible. But on the good its a budget stay, the room was big and it was very clean, good size fridge and the aircon worked
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

They only clean the room every 3 days, breakfast is continental. It's cheap and central to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Travon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced getaway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very dirty and did not look like they had been cleaned. There was hair throughout the bathrooms and the floors had not been cleaned. I did not feel safe staying in the hotel as there were people coming and going at all hours of the night and day. I ended up leaving after only staying 1 night and stayed elsewhere. I do not recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, helpful representatives
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Luciano

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dear Hides Hotel! I checked out 5 days ago and the 100 AUD you took out from my account as “block pre authotization garanteed” isn’t yet back in my account!! To take the money out took 5 seconds!!! To refund it back?? How many days you need?? Why don’t you take just one dollar (like the hotel I am now in Sydney) and in case any liability to any damage you charge what is due?? I need this money and you haven’t refunded it to my account yet. Await you reply. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne, Colac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mugdha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, DeSoto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking costs extra and is a little tricky but otherwise the hotel was in a great location, had a great balcony to enjoy, and the rooms were nice. If I had it to do over I would not have gotten a rental car and just walked - the location allows for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Fabian, Parkwood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our experience were not so good, at midnight other rooms were in partys and we can't rest, the staff was not working at this time, nobody was there. Never they cleaned our room, the have a policy about clean rooms only after 3 days staying there; we were 5 nights and they never did it. One person of the staff in the morning wasn't very friendly. Bad look.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Melika

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The service was so bad and few times asked for room service they told me any three days we cleaning even not changed the cup or glass we must washed by self . Totally I wasn’t happy .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark R

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude money hungry staff with no empathy just a cash register. Rooms like prison cells literally with no windows. Nothing to do at the venue other than a dusty boring balcony, so you can’t even chill.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025