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Hilton Cairns

5.0 star property

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and tropical foliage.
Enjoy waterfront views and scenic boat access from this serene lakeside retreat.
Experience the serene ambiance of our atrium, featuring a stunning glass ceiling and elegant carpet design.
Relax in a spacious living area with a stunning view of the surrounding landscape, featuring a comfortable sofa set and a glass coffee table.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the calm sea and distant mountains from this hotel's spacious balcony.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double Room, Accessible (Roll In Shower)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

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

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

King Hilton Guest Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Hilton, Executive Room, Club lounge access

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

King Hilton, Executive Room, Club lounge access

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Spa)

Room, 1 King Bed (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Double Beds (Spa)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hilton Premier Suite | View from room

Hilton Premier Suite

  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Double Hilton Guest Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Hilton Executive Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Double Hilton Executive Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Hilton Deluxe with Waterview

King Hilton Deluxe with Waterview

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Corner

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Double Room, Corner

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Hilton Deluxe with Waterview

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Double Hilton Deluxe with Waterview

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Enjoy a city view from the large window, featuring two single beds and a functional workspace with a desk and lamp.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1004)
The price is NZ$350
for 1 room
NZ$350 total
Includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

About the area

Cairns

Hilton Cairns is in the heart of Cairns, within a 5-minute walk of Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Esplanade. .This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Reef Hotel Casino and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Esplanade Lagoon.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 18 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hemingway’s Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hilton Executive Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dundee's Restaurant on the Waterfront - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waterbar & Grill Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Horizon Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hilton Cairns

Waterfront hotel with a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour front desk
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 at Signature Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 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 and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Signature Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pool Bar - This bar serves brunch, lunch, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Grab and Go - Onsite coffee shop. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 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).

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish

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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 25 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (AUD 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Gin Social
  • Grab and Go
  • Pool Bar
  • Signature Restaurant

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre (33,594 square foot 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (75 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1987
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 14.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: AUD 30.00 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)

National rating

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. 620 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff always helpful from the cleaners to the reception staff. Clean ammenities, foyer, and rooms serviced daily. Pool and gym clean and user friendly. Great position to walk everywhere for day trips, shopping and food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

evate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel close to every thing I will recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hossein

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Narendra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location. Dated rooms. Very commercial approach to every service or provision.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, hotel is closer to Mariner, enjoyed our stay. Rooms are a bit outdated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sohail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asifa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation is as per our expecting, the room we stayed in is very very nice, the hotel itself is quite a walking distance from Cairns city and esplanade. Really enjoyed staying in this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I add a very good experience. fully recommend the Hilton Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent to stay except pillows are so soft

Overall was excellent except the pillows are so soft it’s not even a pillow after 1-2 minutes. I got back sore from the first night onwards due to pillows and the mattress being so soft it’s like I’m sinking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort in the CBD. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiran

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carmelina, Riverside

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025