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4.8 out of 5

"Was only a one night stay between a late arriving flight and the drive to Port Douglas. Rooms are dated and in need of refurbishment, but clean and co ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 13 Dec 2017

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

King Bed Premium

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Cairns Harbourside Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cairns Esplanade. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free shopping centre shuttle are available.

  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine at Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, a brasserie with ocean views
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes archery
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and a 3-minute drive from Cairns Night Markets
  • Free shopping centre shuttle service

Cairns Harbourside Hotel ratings based on 4 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Everyone (2) Couples (1) Family (1)
4 out of 5

OK Stay

Pros: Location
Cons: Refurbishment
Was only a one night stay between a late arriving flight and the drive to Port Douglas. Rooms are dated and in need of refurbishment, but clean and comfortable. Breakfast was quite tasty for a 4 star buffet.

Posted by , from Gold Coast on 13 Dec 2017

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5 out of 5
The excellent service of the hotel employees.

Posted by on 12 Aug 2023

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5 out of 5
Das Hotel ist zwar schon älter und etwas abgewohnt,aber es war trotzdem ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt. Insbesondere das Personal war dehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Auch das Frühstück war sehr gut. Insgesamt ist das Hotel zu empfehlen

Posted by on 20 Dec 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Jan 2020 by Amy Breen - Guest Relations

Guten Tag, vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung unseres Hotels. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie einen angenehmen Aufenthalt bei uns hattten und natürlich besonders über Ihre außerordentlich gute Bewertung und kommentare über Frühstück. Wir freuen uns schon heute auf Ihren nächsten Besuch. Vielen Dank und freundliche Grüße

5 out of 5
Hotel liegt direkt an Esplanade, Park Im Zimmer mit Meersicht erlebt man wunderschöne Sonnenaufgänge

Posted by on 10 Jun 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Jun 2019 by Nick Henderson

Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung unseres Hotels. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie einen angenehmen Aufenthalt bei uns hattten und natürlich besonders über Ihre außerordentlich gute Bewertung. Wir freuen uns schon heute auf Ihren nächsten Besuch. Vielen Dank und liebe Grüsse,

About the Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside, an IHG Hotel

Location 209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD 4870

Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2551 square feet (237 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Cairns Harbourside Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 4-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2551 sq ft of conference space
  • 237 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • 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
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Cairns Station (2.6 km / 1.6 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Cairns Harbourside Hotel offers 173 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 108-cm LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Private balcony
  • MP3 dock
  • HD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Fridge
  • Electric kettle
  • Pillow options
  • Shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Wardrobe or cupboard
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

Harbourside Bar & Kitchen – This poolside brasserie specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Natural Wine Bar – This poolside wine bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Archery on site
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Pool hoist on site

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

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 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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

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

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

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, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Children stay free
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.4 per cent

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

Hotel Names

  • Cairns Harbourside
  • Cairns Mercure
  • Cairns Mercure Harbourside
  • Harbourside Cairns
  • Mercure Cairns
  • Mercure Cairns Harbourside
  • Mercure Harbourside
  • Mercure Harbourside Cairns
  • Mercure Harbourside Hotel
  • Mercure Harbourside Hotel Cairns
  • Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Harbourside Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside

You should know

  • 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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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