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Mantra Esplanade

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Reception
Terrace/patio
32-inch TV with cable channels

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Room Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment with City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 5

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Private kitchen | Fridge, electric kettle

Two-Bedroom Apartment Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • City view

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Terrace/patio

Room (Hotel Esplanade View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Harbor view

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom (Esplanade View)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Harbor view

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, City View (Hotel)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • City view

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 1023 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • City view

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32-inch TV with cable channels

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Esplanade View)

  • 1023 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • Harbor view

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32-inch TV with cable channels

Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • 2077 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Harbor view

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1023 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Hotel Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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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 Cairns Regional Gallery and Esplanade Lagoon. Cairns Esplanade and Michaelmas Cay are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bang & Grind The Esplanade - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mantra Esplanade

4-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade
Mantra Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Mantra Esplanade. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mantra Esplanade offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cairns hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 15 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 15 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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 concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 40.00

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 40.0 per night.
  • 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 200.00 per accommodation, 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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mantra Esplanade to the airport?

Mantra Esplanade is 4.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mantra Esplanade have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mantra Esplanade.

How close is Mantra Esplanade to the beach?

This hotel is 7.8 mi (19-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 10.6 mi (23-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mantra Esplanade offer free breakfast?

Mantra Esplanade does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mantra Esplanade?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (4-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Mantra Esplanade?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Mantra Esplanade?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mantra Esplanade have a pool?

Mantra Esplanade features an outdoor pool.

Does Mantra Esplanade have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mantra Esplanade to downtown Cairns?

Mantra Esplanade is 0.1 mi away from Tropical North Waterfront.

Mantra Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average. No housekeeping. Fire alarm went off twice in one night for no reason but no apology or compensation from staff. Pool area is clean but locals scaled the gates and were using it. Very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

Cairns CBD self catering venue

Convenient place to stay close to conference venues and the marina for boat trips. Well equipped kitchen that allows self catering. Spacious rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, kid friendly, everything we needed great friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When booking was made, specifically asked for a Room no higher than the Fourth floor, This was totally ignored as no record could be found, Apart from that Great Accommodation, Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

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

6/10 Okay

Kali

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not good for third person sleeping on a terrible fold out Beds are comfy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a last minute check in. Staff were friendly and accommodating. There was a bit of street noise but room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

JUDY

Liked: Room comfort
The room it self was clean and tidy. However upon arriving there was musky smelling in the room. We turned off the air conditioner which appeared to be the main problem. After chatting with the desk they came up and changed the filter as we could see was quite dirty. We did not have the air for the remaining of our 3 days as, it still gave off the strong scent. I do hope further looking into the this concern is addressed as summer is approaching.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If i could upload the photos i took i would. $300 for one night? Massive cockroaches in my room, water was leaking at a rapid rate onto the TV table splashing all over the TV and all over the lamp light on the table next to it at such a rapid rate that i had to turn off the aircon There were fluid stains from a drink on my bed side table that hadn't been wiped down, there was someones underwear behind the bedside table and there were fleas in my bed. I am not happy that i had to pay $300 for this room. I have kept all of the photos of the above mentioned if you want to discuss this further.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self contained apartment clean and comfortable. Excellent location on esplande close to many cafes, restaurants, major supermarket & night market. Short walking distance to reef terminal and lagoon area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Was locked out of room whilst locksmith had to be called to repair an old lock. Staff would not allow late checkout despite inconvenience during stay. Otherwise great location and easily accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lee, Mount Tremper

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room overlooked the esplanade pool and Ferris wheel. Very nice. The washer dryer and milk in the fridge for morning coffee were a real bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. The balcony and view great. And we loved the upgrade. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location, bit dated but comfortable and generous size for 1 bedroom unit
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alma

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to have the kettle in the bathroom, furniture was outdated and old, no space to put your belongings the aircon wouldn't work with the remote. Very noisy, doors slamming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

ALFIO WILLIAM

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Ordinary Stay

The room was dusty everywhere. The bed sheets were changed and clean towels provided. The balcony chairs were sun faded and chalky and left marks on our clothes. An annoying inconvenience was that parking was non existent for first night of stay. However Mantra parking signs appeared in parking bays assigned to room numbers the next day. There was a broken double power point in the closet so I could not iron clothes unless I tried it in the small bathroom with great difficulty. The TV and internet was extremely slow and to add to annoyance, the settings were locked in Japanese language only. The credenza below the wall mounted tv housed the kettle, coffee and tea and fridge. However there was no accessible power point to connect kettle to, above the credenza. The only place was in the bathroom. Even though issues with the room were discussed with Mantra staff at front desk, nothing happened to address some of these matters prior to leaving. From a positive perspective the location is central with ease of access to shopping, food venues and the esplanade.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to everything, bonus was being able to see all the festival from our balcony. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Cameron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim, Auckland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location - superb. Right on the Esplanade and the bonus was being there when the annual Cairns festival was in full swing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025