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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor spa tub
Reception
Terrace/patio
King Bed Suite Seafront | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
2 Double Beds Standard | View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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2 Double Beds Standard

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

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Premium Twin Seafront

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

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One Bedroom Suite with Seaview

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

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One Bedroom Suite with Sofa

Highlights

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

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

2 Double beds standard with Sea View

Highlights

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

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King Bed Premium with Sofa

Highlights

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

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

King Bed Premium

Highlights

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

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

King Bed Standard

Highlights

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

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

King Bed Suite Seafront

Highlights

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

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Premium King Seafront

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 King and 1 Single Standard

Highlights

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

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

Two Double Beds Standard Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Living area | 108-cm LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, MP3 dock

One-Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Two Double Beds Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

King Bed Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

One King One Single Bed Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Interior

One-Bedroom Suite with Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

One King One Single Bed Standard Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Two Double Beds Premium Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Twin Seafront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium King Room with Sofabed

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  • 1 King Bed

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King Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cairns Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 6 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 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 travelers 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 speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A free shopping center shuttle, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 173 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Changing tables, highchairs, and free infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 108-cm HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

Languages

Czech, English, Indonesian, Japanese, Slovak

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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 transportation

  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Harbourside Bar & Kitchen
  • Natural Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • In-room crib
  • 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

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

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 crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 108-cm LCD TV with premium cable/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 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.4 percent

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-authorize 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

This property does not have elevators
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 Apr 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Harbourside Hotel on May 18, 2025 start from $108.31, excluding 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?

Check-out 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.

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Cairns Harbourside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good location with a lovely walk along the beachside to the ‘centre’
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location with beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, access to sightseeing and food. Staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel quality, clean, 2km from town so walkable, nice pool area
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel lovely walk to cairns centre along the esplanade, clean and quiet easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff, great happy hour
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Super friendly staff. Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really lovely staff, there was always somebody there if you needed anything. The room itself was nice and spacious, with a balcony. Nice location on the ocean side with a nice walk down the promenade to the centre.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property meet all our needs, will certainly stay there aga
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, but about a 25 min walk into town. Good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Had a perfect stay

Great value and location for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jairaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the stay was good except for the breakfast which needs more variety.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely swimming pool, great happy hour with kind bar staff, lovely size room with a nice balcony, great in room facilities, good local amenities and close to Great Barrier Reef tours, easy access from airport
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, nice ocean views and conveneintly located
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and brilliant breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
decent hotel with a kind staff. But updated rooms and old bathrooms. matters not good at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Uma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Terrific hotel with great staff especially in the lobby/check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean property and room was decent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ivana

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was comfy, bed with soft and firm pillows, shower had very good preassure. The water in the region was making my skin very dry, meaning my hands were peeling after every handwash.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great running trails. City shopping walkable. Staff helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again however, it is not in walking distance to shops and activities. A hire car is needed. There is noise from the road and airplanes. The staff are very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

The cleanliness was good. Good view, good room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025