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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
Waterfront Cairns hotel in Cairns North with free parking
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December 2024
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Outdoor spa tub
Breakfast area
Wine bar, ocean views, open daily
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

Room options

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Bed Premium

King Bed Premium

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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One King & One Single Standard

One King & One Single Standard

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

One King & One Single Seaview

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cairns Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 6 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train North Cairns - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guyala Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Odett's Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Upscale hotel near Cairns Esplanade
Located close to Cairns Night Markets and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, Cairns Harbourside Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travellers may like the archery at this hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine brasserie, Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A free shopping centre shuttle, luggage storage and a water dispenser
  • A computer station, multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 173 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Other amenities include:
  • Changing tables, highchairs and free infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 108-cm HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges

Languages

Czech, English, Indonesian, Japanese, Slovak

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
  • Natural Wine Bar

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,551 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 108-cm LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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 0.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.4 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

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
Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Harbourside Hotel on 5 Dec 2024 start from AU$171.00, 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 Harbourside Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Cairns Harbourside Hotel located?

Located in Cairns North, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Night Markets and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens and Cairns Convention Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cairns Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Cairns Harbourside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1006 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service from staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Damien John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay here again. Excellent service and lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raschelle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eloise Yaneza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, within walking distance to the marina and a nice esplanade in front of the hotel for early morning walks. Staff was very friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very pleased with the hotel and the staff, who were very helpful and accommodating. Location was good and view from our room was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, jacksonville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location! It was a bit of a walk into the center, but that gave us quiet and a wonderful view of the ocean. Staff was responsive and facility was well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very comfortable mattresses, large room, tea and coffee, great views from balcony xx
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tariq

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, only a short walk to town. However, the billing system can be improved. Billed me wrong and took a lot of effort to resolve it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great can’t complain!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kruthika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best time! Would again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Wei Herbert

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room rate was a bit high considering the age of the room and distance of the hotel from the main centre area. The shuttle bus only had limited hours. Staff were polite and helpful, the dining area and pool area were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

JOCELYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No comments.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent room at the top of the property overlooking the ocean. It was spacious and well equipped. The reception staff were pleasant and helpful. Parking was available and easy to use. We were not so keen on our dining experience. It was not higher than an adequate rating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a good amount of free parking around it. A full service restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean comfortable bed. Will use this hotel for a business trip again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024