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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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Perched near Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with ocean views from the on-site brasserie. Savor local and international cuisine at Harbourside Bar & Kitchen or unwind by the outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is £71
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Two Double Beds Premium Sea View

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Two Double Beds Standard

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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King Bed Premium | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King Bed Premium

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | 108-cm LCD TV with digital channels, TV, MP3 dock

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium King Room With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Twin Seafront

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Kind Bed Sea View Suite With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium King Seafront

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Kingbed Suite With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Two Double Beds Standard Sea View

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King Bed Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Map
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 9 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 11 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 29 min walk
  • Free shopping centre shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

When you stay at Cairns Harbourside Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Night Markets. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and walkability get good marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 173 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 0.4 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (4-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps; 4-device limit)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
DONE

Off-site

    • Free shopping centre shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Changing table
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Archery
  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (2550 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1986
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 108-cm LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps and 4-device limit)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • High chair
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Harbourside Bar & Kitchen – This poolside brasserie specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Natural Wine Bar – This poolside wine bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 33 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 0.4 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Cairns Harbourside
Cairns Mercure
Cairns Mercure Harbourside
Harbourside Cairns
Mercure Cairns
Mercure Cairns Harbourside
Mercure Harbourside
Mercure Harbourside Cairns
Mercure Harbourside Hotel
Mercure Harbourside Hotel Cairns
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Holiday Inn Harbourside Hotel
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cairns Harbourside Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (4-min drive) and Cazalys Cairns (6-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Cairns Harbourside Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Yes, Harbourside Bar & Kitchen offers al fresco dining, local and international cuisine and garden views.

Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Cairns Harbourside Hotel like?

Cairns Harbourside Hotel is in Cairns North, a short 6-minute drive from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) and 4 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was hot, plentiful, and had a good variety, with some reviewers describing it as excellent and convenient. (43 reviews)
  • The pool area was lovely, warm, and great for kids, with many guests praising its cleanliness and enjoyable atmosphere. (25 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient and useful airport shuttle service to the city center. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great pool, big room good food and friendly staff
Thierry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel was as described nice walk into central cairns.
Mandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, easy check in and out, good room service option and immaculately clean room, very happy with our stay.
Hanife, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was spacious and comfortable. Buffet breakfast is nice.
Dawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful and friendly staff, clean, good price, great location.
Dianne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff, big rooms, comfy beds n pillows
Mel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service and beautiful location.
greg, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay, comfortable room and great pool facilities.
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. Good food, nice staff, clean room, loved my stay here!
Susanne Marie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Only place to stay
PETER, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel!
Rod, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful when booking tours.
Rosalie, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel. Friendly , cheerful staff. Food was fantastic. Will definitely be back again. Could not fault anything
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beatiful located along the beach, and within walking distance to the wharf.
Thach N, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a single work traveller for a couple of nights
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities, service and kids loved the pool
Ian, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, good breakfast
Julian, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean. Front desk staff were amazing, so accommodating and friendly. House keeping staff very friendly.
Garry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice hotel.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a great location
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place. Great staff.
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Friendly staff.
valerie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bathroom has older faucets and they were really tight to close and open. The breakfast buffet was good with lots of options for meat eaters but only 2 options for veggos. The pool and the service around the pool was nice . The location of the hotel is great
Prateek, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice beds, nice pool, friendly staff. All round a nice hotel.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place at reasonable rates. Lovely views to ocean.
nancia, 1-night trip