Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 3 outdoor pools and 24-hour front desk

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property grounds
Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Property amenity

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Explore the area

Map
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ocean View Queen Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Mountain View Queen Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mountain View Room 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Ocean View Room 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Queen Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Queen Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Two Double Room with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Two Double Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns puts you in the heart of Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 20-minute stroll of Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and a poolside bar. .The restaurant, Coral Hedge Brasserie, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 2562 square feet (238 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4-property class Cairns North hotel, you'll find Cairns Marlin Marina.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 5 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train North Cairns - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 3 outdoor pools and 24-hour front desk
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2562 square feet (238 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cairns hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 242 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2562 sq ft of conference space
  • 238 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coral Hedge Brasserie

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (2,562 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (196 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (120 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
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 1.50 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cairns Rydges
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Cairns North
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

As of 26 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns on 9 May 2025 start from NZ$186.19, 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 parking available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Yep, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has a self car park for AUD 15 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

The closest beach to Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is Yorkeys Knob Beach (11.2 km).

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns have a pool?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has 3 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.

Is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and 3 outdoor pools, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is a hit with families.

Does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

No, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1005 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property has declined over the years when last stayed 10 out of 10 now 6 out of 10 restaurant 5 out of 10 high end restaurant prices for comon pub grub meals are not what is listed on menu when i complained was fobbed off wont be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

The service and facilities were lacking at times. Ran into some issues that were always met with excuses and no real offer to help politely.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
My room wasn’t clean, hair in shower, conditioner or something on wall, stuff under the bed, dusty. Check in was quick, staff were friendly. Pool was nice. Great view from room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cassie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, staff that go out of their way. Good sized clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the stay. Staff were all excellent. We feel the only downside was the property seemed a bit tired, could do with a lift. Otherwise very pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff at Rydges (reception, cleaning & restaurant) were professional, responsive, genuine and helpful. The beds were comfortable. The staff (& beds lol) are let down by managerial decisions that include: - no balcony furniture - charging guests for parking - no blankets on the beds (extra fees apply) - no toilet brushes, single ply toilet paper - bad repair work on deck pool, limited sun umbrellas - scratched and worn paint work - charging guests to use their room's safe These decisions are about putting profit over reputation, and as a result Rydges will lose out on guests coming back in future trips (me for instance). Smart managers make better decisions. Tip - don't opt out of cleaning your room on a Saturday.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and handy to everything. We’ll be back in September when it’s not monsoon time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aubon

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean views and everything required for a comfortable stay and staff friendly and very helpful with anything asked of them
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely facility, coffee downstairs was excellent, breakfast buffet was well priced and well staffed. Rooms clean and well appointed. Everything you expect, lush tropical pool. Ocean views are gorgeous. Parking was easy and secure. Close to hospital, skatepark, minutes drive to the night markets. It will be my new go-to accommodation when visiting Cairns.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I put my rego no in wrong. so hot chaged twice for parking $35.00
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiley John Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This is a great location and beautiful place to stay in. They did not pay attention to any of the benefits for an Expedia VIP stay except for the room upgrade, and when I requested them, I was turned down. The employees were nice but did not care to help at all. They did not make the stay better as a member and I was disappointed as I chose this hotel due to the VIP availability.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, great pool, parking costs extra.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, excellent location and best customer service, amazing views from room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out was a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay and would happily stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and the breakfast was fantastic. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Noaah Margret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice resort although the walls are not sound proof… you can hear people shower and flush toilet if you are in your bathroom as well as outside noise in the corridors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice bar and restaurant. Friendly staff. Easy walk along the boardwalk to the Night Markets and The Pier for our booked activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family trip

Great location, only 20 minutes from the airport and walking distance to everything else. Had a family room with a bunk bed in another bedroom which was great but the bottom bunk needed a good cleaning. Both bunks however had their own TV so the kids really got a kick out of that.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An old and tired hotel desperately needing an update. The bathroom fittings barely cling to the walls, the bath itself had what appear to be mould around some tiles. The pool deck paint has lifted everywhere and trying to find a pool lounge not covered in bird poo was a challenge. any positives? The sea view was great but be sure paid for that, and we visited the bar twice and the guy was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satwinder

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities with multiple pools, walkable distance to cbd! Great restaurant with buffet breakfast availability! Board games and swim floaties available for complimentary hire! We had beautiful ocean views from our room!