• Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • 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 amongst 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 minibar 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Rydges
Hotel chain/brand
Rydges

Property highlights

Situated 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
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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
7.7
Low score for Cairns
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Felicity
    Australia Australia
    Many rooms booked by my family and friends for my wedding held in one of the function rooms. Staff went absolutely above & beyond for all of us, any issues with room cleanliness &/or damage were dealt with in a prompt and friendly manner, rooms...
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    Great view, (due to paying for it) and not too far from the CBD. Very good pool setup.
  • L
    Lea
    Australia Australia
    The rooms are lovely as always, it is our hotel of choice when traveling to Cairns on business. Staff are always friendly and helpful and very welcoming after a long day on the road.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Coral Hedge Brasserie Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian

Facilities of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Most popular facilities
  • 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)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Snorkelling
    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
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (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 possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 15 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-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 centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Car hire
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot 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 cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots 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
Need-to-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. Bare minimum drilling works will be completed prior to 9am. In addition, 14 - 17 June inclusive, Crane lifts 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 Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

  • Room options at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has 1 restaurant:

    • Coral Hedge Brasserie Restaurant

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

    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Fitness
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tennis equipment

  • The prices at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is 800 yards from the centre 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