DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Property class: 4.5

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A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.
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A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.
A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
$97 nightly
The current price is $107 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

King Guest Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Double Deluxe City Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and 10 minutes by foot from Cairns Marlin Marina. .This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 17 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns offers 237 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and safes. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cairns hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 237 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite at Atrium Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Atrium Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
The Vine Room - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered, secured self parking on site (AUD 25 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 38 to 38 for adults and AUD 19 to 19 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Atrium Restaurant
  • The Vine Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • 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.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Null
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 to 38 for adults, and AUD 19 to 19 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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 class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Cairns Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cairns
Holiday Inn Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree Hilton Cairns
Doubletree By Hilton Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place to stay. We will come back for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a fabulous hotel. Well located for everything and the pool side bar was very relaxing way to finish the day with clients.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location near tours, boardwalk, restaurants, and more! Hotel staff was super friendly and helpful. I’d happily stay here again and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, building restraints very clean refreshing relaxing. All staff polite and helpfull. Restraunt on beachfront excellent well presented. Staff super service good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was central to the city centre. Rooms were lovely. Staff were really really friendly and very helpful. Great place to stay would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is daily, but the proximity to the Esplanade and lagoon made those options very attractive. I'd recommend the Double Tree to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice. We stayed there the last 3 times we were in Cairns in the last few months. Clean, nice breakfast, friendly professional staff. We feel nice returning to the room after a day out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel and very convenient to all shops and restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel to stay in. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We like the area. I have stayed here before. Large rooms, comfy beds. However, the front staff was not very helpful when we were trying to arrange additional stay and absolutely refused a late check out (even though the hotel had empty rooms).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the Esplanade. Breakfast is fantastic. Large room with a king bed and a balcony with two chairs and a small table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, perfect location, delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zero complaints, from a warm cookie to leaving through the garden, we loved the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great rooms and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fantastic staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position . Excellent property .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The warm cookie on arrival is the BEST. Room is spotless, bed is comfy, huge balcony and lovely staff. Honestly, everything you'd expect from the Hilton brand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well-maintained
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, walking distance to many restaurants, night markets & bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, great free breakfast and beautiful atrium
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. The staff were great. The room was clean. The pool area is vibes on vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe,Clean,Comfortable with excellent Staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026