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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Property grounds
Property amenity
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Base Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Mountain View Room 2 Double Beds

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ocean View Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mountain View Queen Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Mountain View Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Cairns

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

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 5 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cock & Bull - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moku Bar + Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2562 square feet (238 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cairns hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 242 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2562 sq ft of conference space
  • 238 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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 ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Splash pad

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Splash pad
  • 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.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (77 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay.

Property payment types

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 continental breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
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, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns to the airport?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is 3.5 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 Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

As of Dec 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns on Jan 30, 2026 start from $120.26, 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 Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.

How close is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns to the beach?

This hotel is 7.1 mi (15-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 10.1 mi (17-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (18-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns have a pool?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns features 3 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns have a restaurant?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is home to Coral Hedge Brasserie, which features pool views, a poolside location, and al fresco dining.

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns to downtown Cairns?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is 0.7 mi away from Cairns.

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1004 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oxana

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandip kaur

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at this property! The room was exceptionally clean and well-maintained, which made a big difference in our comfort level. The staff were friendly, professional, and always ready to help with anything we needed. One of the highlights was the stunning ocean view from my room—it was the perfect way to start and end each day. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and welcoming place by the sea!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We stayed here for 3 nights. The room was clean and well presented with a balcony. Staff were plesent. Walkable to the beach within a few minutes. There are warning signs on the beach that there are crocodiles. NO walking on the beach and NO swiming. (No i'm not joking)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night before heading to the reef. Very clean, comfortable, and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Son

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful large room. I chose the room with a view. I could see the ocean and the sunrise was beautiful. It’s a very convenient location. Staff was wonderful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was above and beyond! I had a really early flight landing in Cairns and they allowed me to check-in and were able to accomodate me on short notice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROSE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane, Chula Vista

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view from the hotel. Free breakfast included Swimming pool available if needed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was fairly central to everything
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
View was great. Rooms very dated & tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, with pool. A little bit far away from all restaurants, but only if you have mobility issues. Bar was nice and the restaurant food was excellent, regards to the chef!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhuvanthi

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained hotel and easy to get to the city central. We were not initially allowed rooms next to each other, although was requested when booking. However, Brian at the reception was very nice to accommodate the our rooms on the same level and made our stay enjoyable. The restaurant and Bar was great. The person serving at the bar was very friendly and made some amazing drinks for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hiral

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Hotel was bit run down condition. Not enough lights in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Run down property and house keeping is very average. Not really value for money and wouldn't recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Belinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Donna Dirty old
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakshmanan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was central location and hotel room was nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margot

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shower was awkward to use and felt unsafe - floor was slippery .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was handy area a bit expensive
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While it is dated, it appeared well run to us .our room was fine. The restaurant and staff was excellent. Maybe a bit more cutlery and a toaster might have been handy,but minor things.a help with luggage to room may also be something to consider.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emmanuel de

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
worst bed ever sleept on. dated facilities. very average breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied all my requirements
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025