Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns (Cairns, AU) from 49 £/night

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870·View on map

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Overall Score

Very good

7.6Very good

Highest Rated

Staff8.7

Location8.4

Free WiFi8.2

Comfort8.1

Lowest Rated

Facilities7.5

Value for money7.5

Who stays here

Couples40%

Families32%

Solo15%

Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score

Very good

7.6Very good

Highest Rated

Staff8.7

Location8.4

Free WiFi8.2

Comfort8.1

Lowest Rated

Facilities7.5

Value for money7.5

Who stays here

Couples40%

Families32%

Solo15%

Groups9%

4-star beachfront resort on the Cairns Esplanade with Coral Sea views and three pools

Rooms & Accommodations

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers air-conditioned rooms with private balconies overlooking the Coral Sea, city, or mountains. Each room includes a satellite TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making supplies, a hairdryer, and ironing facilities. Family rooms and accessible rooms with elevators are available for stays with children or guests with mobility needs.

Dining

Coral Hedge Brasserie, the on-site restaurant at Rydges Cairns, serves breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and dinner from 6:00 p.m. daily. The restaurant offers the Fire and Ice Dinner. Guests have access to 24-hour room service, which includes kids' meals and special diet menus.

Leisure & Recreation

Three resort swimming pools, two tennis courts, and a complimentary health and fitness center are set within the tropical gardens at Rydges Esplanade. The outdoor pools are open all year and have a surrounding fence, pool/beach towels, and sun loungers or beach chairs. Guests also have access to tennis equipment and the fitness center.

Business & Events

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has a dedicated conference and banquet team for organizing successful events. The hotel offers a fully equipped business center with free Wi-Fi, meeting and banquet facilities, and fax/photocopying services. For business travelers, the hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and currency exchange.

Location & Family Stays

The hotel is located on The Esplanade, a 2-minute walk from Cairns Base Hospital and a 15-minute walk from the Cairns lagoon precinct. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns Aquarium, and Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens are nearby attractions. Family rooms, pet-friendly rooms with balcony options, and kids' meals make the resort suitable for family and pet travelers.

Rooms: Private balconies with Coral Sea, city, or mountain views
Dining: Coral Hedge Brasserie and Fire and Ice Dinner
Leisure: Three resort swimming pools and two tennis courts
Business: Dedicated conference and banquet team
Location: 15-minute walk to Cairns lagoon precinct
Family & Pets: Family rooms and pet-friendly rooms with balconies

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 35.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese

Building

Number of floors:12

Number of rooms:95

Former name

Matson Resort Cairns

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Rooms and availability

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Family Room

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed1 King-size bed

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Executive Twin Room

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 Queen-size bed2 Double beds

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Standard Room

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 Double bed1 Queen-size bed

Mountain view
Shower
Bathtub

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Laundry

Lift

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Tennis court
Fishing

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room view

Sea view
Garden view
Mountain view
Ocean view

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

💵 Lowest room price	49 £
📏 Distance to centre	800 m
✈️ Distance to airport	5.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Cairns, CNS

Location

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Kuranda Scenic Railway

1.3 km

Landmark

Cairns Night Markets

990 m

Market

Rusty's Markets

1.5 km

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

710 m

Library

Cairns City Library

970 m

Landmark

Green Island

1.5 km

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

1.5 km

Museum

The Cairns Museum

1.3 km

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

1.2 km

Garden

Cairns Botanic Gardens

2.8 km

Landmark

Cairns Marlin Marina

1.6 km

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

730 m

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

710 m

Landmark

Cairns Showgrounds

1.9 km

Landmark

Cairns Cenotaph

1.3 km

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

920 m

Park

Muddy's Playground

400 m

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

570 m

Restaurant

Coral Hedge Brassiere Restaurant and Bar

80 m

Restaurant

Jamdrop Cafe

280 m

Restaurant

Little Ricardo's

820 m

Restaurant

Greenfields by Crystalbrook

500 m

Restaurant

Paper Crane by Crystalbrook

550 m

Restaurant

Tandoori Nights

860 m

Restaurant

Tarzan Cafe

800 m

Restaurant

Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant

720 m

Reviews of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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FAQ about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

How far is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns from the city centre?

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is located in an entertainment district.

Which airport is the closest to the 4-star Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

The closest airport to the 4-star Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is Cairns airport (5 km) and it is reachable with a 10-minute drive.

Is there a parking at the resort?

Yes, the resort features public parking on site.

What dining options does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel offer?

The guests of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel can enjoy their dinner in Coral Hedge Brasserie Restaurant restaurant which serves European meals.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel?

Restaurants near the Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel include Steak on Lake (a stroll from the property) famous for Australian cuisine as well as Lily's Froyo (600 meters away) featuring Asian dishes.

Can I have breakfast at the 4-star Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel.

What time is check-in and check-out at the resort?

Guests of the resort can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00 to 11:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.

What payment methods are available in Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel?

At Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.

What room types are available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Twin Room, Standard Twin Room, and Standard Queen Room are among the room types available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Every suite at the hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with hair dryers and towels.

Is the staff at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel multilingual?

Yes, the staff of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns hotel speaks Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and English.

Does the resort offer facilities for business travellers?

The resort conveniently features a photocopy machine and a work desk as well as a business centre on-site.

What spa facilities does Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offer?

Pampering amenities in Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns include a hot tub and sauna facilities.

Is there a swimming pool in the resort?

Yes, the resort features an outdoor pool area.