• Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views. It features 3 swimming pools, 2 tennis courts Set among beautiful tropical gardens, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers. Free WiFi is available in hotel-style rooms and all public areas. All air-conditioned rooms feature contemporary décor and includes a satellite TV, a mini-bar and tea/coffee making supplies. A hairdryer and ironing facilities are also provided. Coral Hedge Brasserie serves a sumptuous breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Lunch is available from 12:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Dinner is available from 6 p.m. daily. It also offers 24-hour room service for guests staying at the hotel. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is located on The Esplanade, a 15-minute walk from the Cairns lagoon precinct. Cairns International Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Rydges
Hotel chain/brand
Rydges

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Cairns, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.3

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
7.8
Low score for Cairns
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Judith
    Australia Australia
    Great location. excellent facilities. Very helpful staff and the food in the restaurant was excellent.
  • Rhonda
    Australia Australia
    The children loved the pools. The fruit salad from reception was excellent. Great that the tennis court & equipment was free.
  • Keith
    Australia Australia
    The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The view from our room on the 10th floor was amazing. The room was a good size with a lounge and 2 seater table. The pool area is pleasant.The playground across the road is fantastic for kids. There...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Coral Hedge Brasserie Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian

Amenities of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 15 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Car rental
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Eftpos JCB American Express Cash Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.50% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that Contractors will be on-site commencing 24 May – 17 June 2022 to complete essential works externally on the roof top of the Hotel, above the 12th floor. During this period there will be intermittent drilling noise until 4pm mid-week. Baer minimum drilling works will be completed prior to 9am. In addition, 14 - 17 June inclusive, Crane elevators will take place from 7am daily. During these dates only, the Abbott Street (main) entrance to the Hotel will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Alternate entrances are available from Lake Street and our team are on-site to assist our guests and will direct and guide them during this time. All works will take place mid-week and finish 4pm daily.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

  • Check-in at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is 2,450 feet from the center of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Fitness
    • Swimming pool
    • Tennis equipment

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has 1 restaurant:

    • Coral Hedge Brasserie Restaurant

  • The prices at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Twin