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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5.0 star property

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A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.
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A beach with turquoise water, palm trees, and a building in the background.
A waterfront hotel with a wooden deck, marina with boats, and a large building with balconies.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a pedestrian bridge, and a large building with a blue roof.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $239
$218 nightly
$239 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8

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Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Horizon Club Twin Room With Marina View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Horizon Club Twin Room With Marina View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Marina View Suite

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Executive Marina View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Sea View King

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Deluxe Sea View King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Sea View Twin

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a small table, and a bed.

Deluxe Sea View Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Marina View King

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

Executive Marina View King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Marina View Suite

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Executive Marina View Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 533 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Marina View Twin

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

Executive Marina View Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Horizon Club Marina View Room King

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

Horizon Club Marina View Room King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Horizon Marina View Room Twin

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

Horizon Marina View Room Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite King

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

One Bedroom Suite King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Horizon Club Suite 1 King

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and mountains in the background.

Horizon Club Suite 1 King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 796 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room Twin

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Room Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room King

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with fruit, and a balcony with a pool.

Deluxe Room King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 reviews)
  • City view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, City View

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a bed with white bedding, and a blue armchair.

Executive Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 533 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite Twin

A hotel room with a large TV, wooden furniture, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a lamp.

One Bedroom Suite Twin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Royal Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Horizon Club, Room, City View

Horizon Club, Room, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Horizon Club, Room, City View

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

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

With a stay at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. .This family-friendly hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 17 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilton Executive Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Horizon Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dundees on the Waterfront - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 255 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 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 255 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at the The Backyard, a bar/lounge where you can take in the garden view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in. Planning an event in Cairns? This hotel has 4456 square feet (414 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 18 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 10:30 AM.
The Backyard - Overlooking the garden, this bar serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (AUD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 38 for adults and AUD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Backyard

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 18 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,456 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower (31 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (38 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 for adults and AUD 19.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 30.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: AUD 40.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • 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 1.5 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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 Shangri-La Cares (Shangri-La)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

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
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
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

Property is also known as

Shangri-La Hotel Marina
Shangri-La Hotel Marina Cairns
Shangri-La Marina Cairns
Shangri-La Marina Hotel
Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns Hotel Cairns
Shangri La Hotel The Marina
Shangri La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-la The Marina, Cairns Hotel
Shangri-la The Marina, Cairns Cairns
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific location, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, friendly Staff and lovely room, view and pool
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

RIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the airport, very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander John Aspden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent pool area for relaxing and enjoying the warm beautiful weather. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Overall a great location to enjoy your trip!!
Room
Pool area
Room view
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a stay close to everything in Cairns
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tsubasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean view from the room
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the club lounge access and the room with marina views and huge balcony was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Shanghai-La! The staff was wonderful, the rooms are clean and large , great location - a few minutes walk to the Esplanade!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location Great room! Very nice pool Enjoyed the view
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Subra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Great location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for tours for the Great Barrier Reef. Very comfortable room. Excellent brekfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and the horizon lounge a must
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rupna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the Pier & Esplanade. Easy walking distance to restaurants & shops. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. Room was extremely clean and great pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second the Shangri La-Marina in Cairns. It is a lovely hotel with an exceptional pool area. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rongsheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location, right at the seaside, next to the reef terminal, and close to the night market. Also friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice poolside view Convenient location
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience staying at Shanghai-la The Marina. Friendly staff, comfortable room, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room attendants and front desk staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, wonderful service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. On site pool. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amelie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, staff are very nice and overall we loved our experience. Lots of touches-up needed here and there but would definitely suggest to friends and family if they have a discount on the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026