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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4.0 star property
A peaceful oceanfront escape at Cairns Harbourside Hotel where travelers can enjoy sea views, taste regional flavors, and relax by a sun-drenched pool

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Located near Cairns Esplanade, this hotel offers ocean views from its brasserie. Enjoy local and international dishes at Harbourside Bar & Kitchen or relax at the outdoor pool with sun loungers. The staff is highly praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is HK$671
HK$738 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

King Bed Premium

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Living area

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in Cairns North, a neighbourhood in Cairns, Cairns Harbourside Hotel is near the airport and on the waterfront. Cairns Night Markets and Smithfield Shopping Centre are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Convention Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and skydiving. Visit our Cairns travel guide
Map
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool
    Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.
    Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cairns Night Markets showing markets as well as a small group of people
    Cairns Night Markets
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Base Hospital
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Smith Street Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Muddy's Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Atrium
    19 min walk
  • Dunwoodys
    11 min walk
  • Paper Crane
    16 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 a 24-hour business centre, 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, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping centre shuttle and outdoor furniture
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 173 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Changing tables, highchairs and free infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 108-cm HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • 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 self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 33 per person
  • 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
  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • 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

  • 2,550 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

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

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 33 per person
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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
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

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and 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

Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Holiday Inn Harbourside Hotel
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside
Cairns Harbourside Hotel Hotel
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside
Cairns Harbourside Hotel Cairns North
Cairns Harbourside Hotel Hotel Cairns North
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside an IHG Hotel
"Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside an IHG Hotel"

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns Harbourside Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Harbourside Hotel on 22 Mar 2026 start from HK$671, 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?

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.

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Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ishan Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay! Great dining services.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sparsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic room with a nice view. The staff were friendly as well & answered all our questions regarding the local shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cyjo Oldham Titima

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located right next door to esplanade
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cozy room, Loved the amenities provided, Amazing, friendly helpful staff, beautiful sea view rooms, Room service 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was always spotless and the staff were friendly and always happy to help
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elmer San Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mary ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome location great service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff, clean, good price, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, big rooms, comfy beds n pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great customer service and beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Good food, nice staff, clean room, loved my stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, comfortable room and great pool facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful when booking tours.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely comfy hotel. My room had a baloney and great view of the ocean. The pool is huge and, like the rest of the hotel, very clean. The staff are polite and go out of their way to be helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Front desk staff were amazing, so accommodating and friendly. House keeping staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, good breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities, service and kids loved the pool
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and smelled great. Appreciated that there was a cafe in thr hotel. We used the pool while waiting to check in and the front desk lady even came over to find us when the room was ready. Very nice of her. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot along the Esplanade with fanyastic harbourside view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place at reasonable rates. Lovely views to ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025