Close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns Plaza Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Cairns Central Business District, a neighborhood in Cairns, is home to Cairns Plaza Hotel. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cazalys Stadium. Visit our Cairns travel guide
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
What's nearby
Cairns Esplanade
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cairns Night Markets
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Cairns Marlin Marina
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Cairns Station
20 min walk
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Muddy's Cafe
3 min walk
Villa Romana
7 min walk
Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook
8 min walk
Splash Seafood Restaurant
6 min walk
Atrium
5 min walk
About this property
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Upscale hotel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cairns Plaza Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Luggage storage, an elevator, and a front-desk safe
Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 60 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
Balconies, refrigerators, and cribs/infant beds
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Quality Tourism Framework. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
How much does it cost to stay at Cairns Plaza Hotel?
As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns Plaza Hotel on Dec 13, 2026 start from P9,693, 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 Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cairns Plaza Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Cairns Plaza Hotel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Cairns Plaza Hotel located?
Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hotel is steps from Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 20 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cairns Plaza Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Large, very comfortable room. Great location. Very quiet…didn’t hear any other guests in adjoining rooms for our entire stay. Staff was very pleasant and helpful.
Good place to stay on the outskirts of the CBD. Ocean view with balcony. The bathroom configuration was a little weird, but overall the apartment is clean and spacious.
The hotel is older, but clean and nice. We had a great view from our room. It is also very walkable to the marina and many restaurants/shops. Muddy’s across the street has the best breakfast and 10/10 recommend!
Great location and the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Loved the deck overlooking the Esplanade and easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc.
Loved the location just off the busy noisy part of esplanade. Was right across from children’s playground. Lovely view on the water side. Nice amount of space. Had everything we needed
Sheree and Liv were super helpful during our stay answering all our questions on arrival in Cairns. The property is quiet but just across from the beachfront boardwalk. Great breakfast place across the street.
Large rooms, pool - all nice!
Loved the spacious clean rooms and balcony space.
Bit disappointed in the sea view we thought we were getting as too many trees in the way and it was a sea glimpse. Higher levels would get better views. Loved being in walking distance to everything we needed.Friendly staff who smiled and spoke whenever we went in and out.
Stayed 5 nights in mid-October, queen balcony. Location is very good, just on the edge of the busy area. Request at least floor 5 or 6 (top) for an ocean view as 4 is partially blocked by trees. Kettle and refrigerator in room, no coffee maker. Plates, cups and bowls require hand wash. On site laundry.
Overall - great value, clean and quiet
We only stayed one night but it was perfect. Clean room, sheets & bathroom. Super spacious balcony to watch the sunrise. Walking distance to town, the beach and the Marina. We arrived late, it was great knowing that they have someone to help at the front desk 24/7. Would definitely stay there again :).
Excellent room with a beautiful view, great location to walk everywhere. The only issue which was constant that the wifi was not working properly in our room, we constantly were kicked off of it and no fix was offered, even though I identified this issue right away, it’s a shame as otherwise this is a perfect hotel.
Shampoo/conditioner (combined) and body wash included, which was nice. Property was gorgeous and super clean. Great location. Staff are on-site 24/7! Muddy’s across the street was fantastic, and we saw numerous flying foxes feasting on fruits on the street outside! We loved staying here in the quieter part of Cairns. (:
Nice and central, clean and friendly reception. We stayed here (mum and 12yo daughter) for 3 nights and felt safe. The hotel is older but it is clean and comfortable. Would absolutely stay again.
Nice room and good location just a short walk from the main esplanade area which made it quieter and less busy.
The room was very spacious and had good amenities.
Cairns Plaza is a clean, simple hotel with great views and a very helpful staff. We stayed in a suite, so the living room, kitchen supplies (fridge, utensils/plates and microwave) and separate bedroom made things so easy and comfortable.
They have coin-op laundry facilities on-site, which was helpful as this was the second stop on a two-week trip for us.
There is a great cafe (Muddy’s Cafe) across the street in the park that offers a 10% discount to hotel guests. It was delicious. The hotel is right along the esplanade, so an easy walk to many restaurants and shops.
The hotel isn’t fancy (no fitness center, on-site resturant, etc.) , but it has every thing you need for a really pleasant stay. We’d stay here again for sure!
the hotel was in a great poition and was easy to access.
All aspects quite good unfortuately the noise from other guests in the building was very bad, but did not complain as was during the night.
could have done with a toaster and also an exhaust fan in the bathroom and ceiling fans in both rooms...other than that a very comfortable place to stay....and great location...