Cairns Plaza Hotel

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns Plaza Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
The current price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a view of buildings.

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, is home to Cairns Plaza Hotel. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cazalys Stadium. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.
    Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.
    Cairns Night Markets
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a large cruise ship, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.
    Cairns Marlin Marina
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Muddy's Playground
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    20 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Muddy's Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Villa Romana
    7 min walk
  • Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook
    8 min walk
  • La Pizza
    8 min walk
  • Atrium
    5 min walk

About this property

Cairns Plaza Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns Plaza Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and a lift
    • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews say great things about the pool, helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 60 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Balconies, fridges and cots/infant beds

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Quality Tourism Framework. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 42.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 16.0 per stay

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 16.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 42.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Plaza Hotel on 9 Oct 2026 start from AU$262, including 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.

Is Cairns Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns Plaza Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Cairns Plaza Hotel located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hotel is steps away from Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Great location across the street from the boardwalk. Decent accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is older, but clean and nice. We had a great view from our room. It is also very walkable to the marina and many restaurants/shops. Muddy’s across the street has the best breakfast and 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Loved the deck overlooking the Esplanade and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sheree and Liv were super helpful during our stay answering all our questions on arrival in Cairns. The property is quiet but just across from the beachfront boardwalk. Great breakfast place across the street. Large rooms, pool - all nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent room with a beautiful view, great location to walk everywhere. The only issue which was constant that the wifi was not working properly in our room, we constantly were kicked off of it and no fix was offered, even though I identified this issue right away, it’s a shame as otherwise this is a perfect hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Shampoo/conditioner (combined) and body wash included, which was nice. Property was gorgeous and super clean. Great location. Staff are on-site 24/7! Muddy’s across the street was fantastic, and we saw numerous flying foxes feasting on fruits on the street outside! We loved staying here in the quieter part of Cairns. (:
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We only stayed one night but it was perfect. Clean room, sheets & bathroom. Super spacious balcony to watch the sunrise. Walking distance to town, the beach and the Marina. We arrived late, it was great knowing that they have someone to help at the front desk 24/7. Would definitely stay there again :).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cairns Plaza is a clean, simple hotel with great views and a very helpful staff. We stayed in a suite, so the living room, kitchen supplies (fridge, utensils/plates and microwave) and separate bedroom made things so easy and comfortable. They have coin-op laundry facilities on-site, which was helpful as this was the second stop on a two-week trip for us. There is a great cafe (Muddy’s Cafe) across the street in the park that offers a 10% discount to hotel guests. It was delicious. The hotel is right along the esplanade, so an easy walk to many restaurants and shops. The hotel isn’t fancy (no fitness center, on-site resturant, etc.) , but it has every thing you need for a really pleasant stay. We’d stay here again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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East to parking and good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and central, clean and friendly reception. We stayed here (mum and 12yo daughter) for 3 nights and felt safe. The hotel is older but it is clean and comfortable. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and good location just a short walk from the main esplanade area which made it quieter and less busy. The room was very spacious and had good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Plaza Hotel in Cairns! The location was fantastic — Muddies was right across the street and had really good food, and we were within easy walking distance of just about everything. We had a beautiful water view from our balcony, and one of our favorite surprises was being able to watch the flying foxes come in every evening — there were thousands of them! It was such a unique experience and something we looked forward to each night. The building also has a very nice laundry room, which was extremely convenient for travelers. The pier where you catch the boats to the Outer Reef is about a 15-minute walk away, making it easy to get out for reef excursions. Overall, we loved the location, the views, the convenience, and the little extras that made our stay special. We would definitely stay here again when we return to Cairns!
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, and Liv on the front desk is just the best . She is so helpful and always there to assist you ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cairns Plaza once again, an excellent place to stay. Always spotless and the staff are lovely. Always happy to help and Liv on reception was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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AC smelt clean, rooms high standard of cleanliness, close to great food outlets , easy parking, staff very professional and friendly. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was great and the staff was wonderful. The rooms were a little worn, but overall the room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location on Esplanade- clean grounds and 1br apartment . Good value
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great rooms clean and comfy would stay here again if we were to revisit this area. It’s walking distance to the town, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, spacious and clean...super areas for food and drinks ...walking distance most
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Friendly, helpful staff. We didn’t use the pool so can’t comment on that. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally a good hotel. Very clean and friendly staff. It is just basic, but a good basic. If you want a bar or restaurant they are walking distance, not in house. Shower is low pressure and hard to controle. Beds sagged a little, perhaps my back still hurt from 8 weeks in a motorhome…. Nice size room for us parents with kids sharing second bed, plus little table and balcony. Quiet even being fully booked! It served it’s purpose and we would ‘use’ this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, very helpful staff, great to have a laundry as we got caught in a storm and managed to dry all our clothes. Staff very helpful with information on what to see in the areaand where to eat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location next to seafront and Muddies for sunrise breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had a nice view clean spacious and the people at the desk were very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025