Hotels near Esplanade Boardwalk in Cairns
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9.3/10
Great
GGuest UserThe room was very clean. I spent a long time looking for a hotel, and most of them seemed old and outdated. This one was newer, so I quickly chose it. I got a courtyard room with a small balcony, which was perfect for sitting and enjoying a beer – very relaxing. The front desk staff provided service in Chinese, which was a really thoughtful touch. They clearly marked the locations of the shopping mall, pharmacy, and night market, which was super helpful. The only way to get to the hotel is by taxi from the airport, but overall, I was very satisfied with the stay.
9.2/10
Great
AAnonymous UserThis was my first solo trip to Cairns. It was also my first time staying in a hostel, and with my limited English, I arrived feeling quite anxious. However, everything from check-in to getting my room key could be done online, and since the online system supported Japanese, I had no issues at all. Any questions I had were quickly answered via chat, which was a huge relief.
Being a hostel, I didn't have high expectations for cleanliness, but I was pleasantly surprised by how incredibly clean and comfortable it was. Before check-in, I used a locker to store my luggage; it was past the front desk and cost around 800 yen. My room did have a locker, but it didn't have a lock, so remember to bring your own padlock. I was able to borrow a hairdryer from the front desk by leaving my passport as a deposit.
For my first solo trip, my first time abroad alone, I was extremely satisfied with my stay at this hostel!
9.0/10
Great
GGuest UserI was pleasantly surprised to be able to check in directly at 9 AM, which was a great start to my stay. The staff even upgraded us to a sea-view room! So happy! The toiletries, like the body wash, were all from Origins and smelled lovely. The hotel is super modern, but the only downside is that the room lacked a main light and a desk. I wanted to get a little work done at night, but all I had was the faint glow from my screen.
9.0/10
Great
SShenxianshengThe hotel facilities are a bit dated, but it wins on brand and location, right next to the pier. Boarding boats, jet skis, and the Nautilus helicopter 🚁 are all within walking distance, and the night market is also very close. We checked in with three people, and the front desk said that a 15-year-old child would be charged extra for an additional bed. However, the front desk only collected the money and didn't inform housekeeping to add extra slippers and towels. The service awareness needs improvement. When the extra bed was added, the housekeeper moved the main bed in the room, revealing a dirty carpet underneath that hadn't been cleaned in a while. I have to criticize the hotel for this. Neither of these issues should be mistakes made by a Hilton brand.
8.8/10
Very Good
JJ小米I accidentally booked this hotel and found out it was non-cancellable when I tried to cancel, so I had no choice but to stay. Overall, it was okay; the room was a bit small but quite tidy and clean. The front desk staff were very friendly. The restaurant was under renovation during our stay, so we were given vouchers to have breakfast at the hotel across the street. Clearly, for an extra AUD$80 a day, we could have stayed somewhere much better. The hotel hallways had no air conditioning and were very stuffy and hot. However, there was a free coffee machine downstairs with complimentary coffee. The swimming pool looked dirty though, and no one was using it. The location is a bit far from the Reef Terminal, about a 17-minute walk.
8.6/10
Very Good
GGuest UserOverall, this hostel deserves 4 out of 5 stars. The rooms were clean and tidy, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I especially liked the central location and the pleasant atmosphere. The common areas were also modern and comfortably designed. My only minor criticisms would be the noise at night and the somewhat small bathrooms in some rooms. Nevertheless, the stay was very enjoyable overall, and it offered good value for money.
8.2/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserHave to say the best thing for this hotel is its room size, Huge! And water pressure is good.
But pain point is really clear, the WIFI is not working in my room (bad signal), I can only sit in lounge/bar area at the ground floor to get WiFi.
7.8/10
Good
GGuest UserThe Mantra Hotel has outstanding location. It is directly in front of the Woolworths supermarket - the best option in central Cairns. It's also virtually opposite (the esplanade side)the lagoon public beachfront swimming pool. Finally it's just a 5 minute walk from Cairns Cruise Terminal, with outstanding day trips to Green Island, Fitzroy Island and the Reef. I booked a sea view room. When you enter the room, you don't see the ocean, but a building across the road. However, the view from the balcony was amazing. The balcony overlooks the main features of lagoon on the sea front. During the day it is great view - the lagoon pools and sea in the background. At night you cannot see the sea (as to be expected) but you have the amazing lagoon lights, which makes it very desirable and even romantic. Our room was at the end of block, which overlooks a shopping mall (no car noise) - looking right from the balcony is the lagoon view and looking left is a mountain view. However, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm the sun comes directly into the balcony area, which means it unusable until sun sets. Of course if you don't mind baking in the sun on the balcony, this is not really a concern. The room itself is pretty basic. The mini fridge of OK and TV has domestic channels only - no cable TV for BBC/CNN. The bathroom is of a good size. There is combined shower & bath. However, when using the shower, it can slightly flood this bathroom. A shower curtain may be desirable because the glass panel is not sufficient enough. At $225 per night this hotel was not cheap and you can better deals by coming in the off-season OR going bit further down the esplanade, and choosing another hotel. The Mantra does have its own pool and it is wonderfully heated, with normal deck chairs you would expect at 4 star hotel. However, the pool gets very little natural sunlight, because it of its location between 2 buildings. Overall, the hotel has amazing location, and it is still recommended, despite the shortcomings mentioned. My final note: When we checked in, I was impressed with the level of service provided by the receptionist. She had a very welcome attitude and a wonderful personality.
7.6/10
Good
___jtLocation is not too bad. Situated a 15 minute walk away from the waters and main restaurant area. Situated on a main road but quiet at night. They let us put down our luggage when we couldn’t check in yet and leave it there after we’d checked out and waited for our flight. The young female receptionist was very helpful and nice.
7.3/10
GGuest UserGood value for money. When you book you must check before if you get a room with view to garden or corridor withno outside view. Nice pool are withtropical palm feeling. Very friebdly staff
Frequently asked questions
What hotels are recommended near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
If you're struggling to choose a hotel, you might consider staying at Little Drifter Cairns (from US$38),Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) . These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.
Which popular hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have parking?
If you're planning a road trip to Cairns and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, consider staying at Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176),Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from US$155) . These are popular hotels with parking lots.
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon are the most popular?
Little Drifter Cairns (from US$38),Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) are the most popular hotels.
Which popular hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have pools?
Many people take their kids and family on a road trip to Cairns and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon during the summer or long holidays. Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176), Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from US$155) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
What are some luxury hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176), Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) and Crystalbrook Bailey (from US$177) are the most popular luxury hotels.
What's the average price of hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon this weekend?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a 1-night stay at hotels near Cairns and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon this weekend is US$146. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, and the above price is for reference only.
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have gyms?
In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. Crystalbrook Bailey (from US$177),Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) are popular hotels with a fitness room.
What's the average price per night of hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a 1-night stay at hotels near Cairns and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is US$167. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, and the above price is for reference only.
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have free Wi-Fi?
Hotel internet is especially important for independent travellers or business travellers. Little Drifter Cairns (from US$38),Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
What hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon offer breakfast?
A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Cairns Cairns Esplanade Lagoon with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying Crystalbrook Bailey (from US$177),Crystalbrook Flynn (from US$176) and Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from US$207) .These hotels are very popular, so book early.
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| Number of reviews | 5,699 |
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| Total properties | 114 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | US$294 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | US$304 |
| Trending hotel | Little Drifter Cairns |
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