With a stay at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Central Shopping Centre. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1.2 mi (2 km) from 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 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Cairns Station - 5 min drive
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 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 a 24-hour front desk
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers 242 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 242 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at Coral Hedge Brasserie, a poolside restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Coral Hedge Brasserie - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Japanese
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
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.
Check-in start time: 3:00 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 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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 day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
360
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
384
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
178
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
52
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
29
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
Aaron
20 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Aaron
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Anne
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Little things about the room were not thought out. It was hard to find a plug to charge phone. Only one was behind tv. Bath was only for children. No slip mat in bath for shower. Small scratchy towels, etc. Okay, but not fantastic.
Anne
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
BEVERLEY ANN
Travelled with family
15 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was on a nice walkway on the foreshore.House keeping wasn't the best. Empty tissue box wasn't replaced. No floors vacuumed for the 6 nights stay. Lots of marks on the walls . For each day of no housekeeping a $10 credit was given for maximum of 3 days to use on food and beverage. Breakfast very expensive.
The place needs a proper clean and make over. The tiles in the bathroom had mold on them as well as the ac. The walls had some holes and the paint was coming of in places.
The staff was friendly.
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.
It was lovely staying with Rdyges, the excellent part was the upgrade to ocean view. Good breakfast options but will recommend to change atleast some menu in 2-3 days. But overall good experience.