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Hilton Cairns

5.0 star property

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Hilton Premier Suite | Balcony
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A large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.
A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.
An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $230
$209 nightly
$230 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

Explore the area

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34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Reef Hotel Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of boats on water, and mountains in the background.

Hilton Premier Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Hilton King Guest Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Hilton Two Double Guest Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Hilton Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a bench, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a glass desk, leather chairs, a large window with a view of the sea and mountains, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

Double Room, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern hotel room with a glass desk, leather chairs, a large window with a view of the sea and mountains, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone and a clock, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a calm body of water, a dock, and distant mountains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a calm body of water, a dock, and distant mountains.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

With a stay at Hilton Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and Reef Hotel Casino. .This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

What's nearby

  • Reef Hotel Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 16 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilton Executive Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Horizon Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dundees on the Waterfront - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hemingway’s Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar 36 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns offers 263 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 263 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a 24-hour health club, an outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at the Cafe Sunrise, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Cairns? This hotel has 33594 square feet (3121 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Cafe Sunrise - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Pool Bar - This bar serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Gin Social - This cocktail bar overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 14.95 per 24-hour period)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 30 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (AUD 40 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 45 for adults and AUD 22.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Sunrise
  • Gin Social
  • Pool Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (33,594 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (30 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 3 2026 to August 5 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 45 for adults and AUD 22.50 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 14.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 30 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: AUD 40 per day
  • 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 100.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
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)

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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
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 Hilton
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Hotel Cairns
Cairns Hilton International
Hilton Cairns Hotel Cairns
Hilton International Cairns
Hilton Cairns Hotel
Hilton Cairns Hotel
Hilton Cairns Cairns
Hilton Cairns Hotel Cairns

Hilton Cairns Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the esplanade
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, on the waterfront. Good breakfast, easy to walk to the marina.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was good with a good selection of food
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Minakshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good . Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was pretty good and hotel was a 4 stars at best
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room great service and awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Gosta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. Great location and we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water view was amazing and the breakfast every morning was fantastic. Room service was quick and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mountain view was impressive we were fortune to watch a cruise ship dock a few meters from our hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean harbor views were fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ABEYSINGHE ARACHCHIGE NISHEDHA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, location, view, breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities are close by, room was clean & spacious, the only small issue was the shower over the bath, a bit tricky but set managed ok. Bathroom amenities was otherwise great, would stay again, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shakira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Nothing was a problem. Buffet breakfast was very fresh and selection was great. They even have a gluten free station.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is beautiful, unfortuanely it was a bit windy, but you cannot control the weather. Great facilities, including a pool bar, plenty of lounges around the pool. The hotel is in a terrific location and I highly recommend booking a room with a water and mountainview. A beautiful location for a getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Modupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was wonderful and extremely accommodating. Great facilities and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taymour

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay , great staff
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Unbelievable view! Nice breakfast. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing!! You can't beat that waterfront view. Rooms were beautiful and the staff were great!! Absolutely one of the best hotel's we've ever stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

The best breakfast ever
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff and excellent amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayonava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean spacious room, great location on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025