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Newly renovated
2024

Hilton Cairns

5 stars out of 5
34 Esplanade Cairns Queensland,4870 , Cairns City Center, Cairns, Australia, - See map

Escape to Hilton Cairns for a serene oasis with Trinity Inlet views. Enjoy outdoor pool, fitness center, and waterfront dining at Mondo Restaurant. Adjacent to Reef Fleet Terminal for easy access to the Great Barrier Reef. Discover Cairns City Center with luxurious amenities, including breakfast in bed, a sparkling pool, and curated city tours. Each room features air conditioning, a private balcony/terrace, stunning views, and complimentary wireless internet access. Explore nearby night markets, Muddy's Playground, and historic Green Island for an enriching getaway for two travelers. [Some content may be Generative AI assisted. Inaccuracies may occur.]

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Cairns

Check-in [24-hour]

Great Breakfast

Great View

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Valet parking

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Fitness center

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Luggage storage

Spa

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9.4Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
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Parking
Available
Walkable places
Rotary Park
80 m
Green Island
120 m
The Reef Hotel Casino
130 m
Cairns Rainforest Dome
180 m
Cairns Boat Hire
190 m
Popular landmarks
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
450 m
Esplanade Boardwalk
490 m
Night Markets
500 m
Michaelmas Cay
550 m
Cairns Aquarium
850 m
Closest landmarks
Silverswift Dive and Snorkel
130 m
Reef Fleet Terminal
160 m
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
230 m
Reef and Rainforest Research Centre
240 m
Cairns & Tropical North Visitor Centre
260 m
Value for money8.3
Distance to city center0.5 km
Location rating9.4
Nearest airportCairns Airport (CNS)
Distance to airport6.0 km

Rooms available at Hilton Cairns

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.6

Hilton Premier Suite
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  • Room size: 120 m²/1292 ft²
  • Ocean view
  • 1 queen bed
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Double Hilton Executive Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 double beds
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Double Hilton Deluxe
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 2 double beds
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Double Hilton Guest Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 double beds
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Hilton Guest Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed or 2 double beds
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King Hilton Deluxe
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 king bed
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King Hilton Spa Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Double Corner Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 double beds or 1 double b...
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Executive Spa Room
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Non-smoking
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One Bedroom Suite
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  • Room size: 60 m²/646 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 queen bed or 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

What type of restaurant cuisines are offered at Hilton Cairns?

Start off your day with Hilton Cairns's available cuisines and dining options which include International cuisine and Buffet in restaurant for you to indulge in and select from.

When was Hilton Cairns built?

Hilton Cairns was built in 1987.

How many floors does Hilton Cairns have?

Hilton Cairns has a total of 9 floors.

What do past travelers love most about Hilton Cairns?

Past guests that stayed at Hilton Cairns have given this property a rating of 9.418 for its exceptional location as the primary highlight for their stay.

What is the average rating that past Business travelers' have given to Hilton Cairns?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Hilton Cairns an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Couples' have given to Hilton Cairns?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Hilton Cairns an average rating of 8.2. You can look up on more descriptive customer reviews, and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What restaurants are nearby Hilton Cairns?

Hilton Cairns’s community is Cairns City Center which includes popular restaurants such as Boatshed, Piccolo Cucina, and Bushfire Flame Grill.

What well-known shopping locations are nearby Hilton Cairns?

Shopping options in Hilton Cairns’s Cairns City Center neighborhood includes Night Markets and Rusty's Market.

What is the closest airport to Hilton Cairns?

The closest airport to Hilton Cairns is Cairns Airport, 6.0 km away.

More about Hilton Cairns

More about Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

You'll love the exceptional convenience during your stay at Hilton Cairns, located right in the heart of the city center, with an easy access to everything in Cairns.
The superior services and facilities offered at Hilton Cairns will make for a memorable stay. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. Your explorations of Cairns can be assisted with the taxi services available here. Parking is provided for guests by the hotel.
You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. The hotel's tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the laundry service offered at Hilton Cairns. In-room conveniences such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice.
You can also get small travel items and sundries at the convenience stores without having to leave the Hilton Cairns. The hotel is entirely non-smoking.
Guests are guaranteed a comfortable stay while at Hilton Cairns. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the hotel come with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. The specially-designed rooms at Hilton Cairns offer a layout option like a balcony or terrace. The hotel's in-room entertainment is second to none, with daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV provided to guests in select rooms.
You may be assured to know that a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar are available in some select rooms. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms. The executive lounge is an extra bonus for guests, providing an exceptionally comfortable and well-appointed atmosphere for lounging.


Dining and things to do

Wake up with no worries at Hilton Cairns, where breakfast can be provided in house. What's better than a good cup of coffee? Start every vacation day at the hotel with an energizing cup of quality coffee. Throughout your stay, choose from a variety of delicious dining options at the hotel. Once there, be sure to check out bar for some in-house nighttime fun.
Never let a day go wasted when you're at Hilton Cairns with all the activities and facilities provided. Warm up at the end of the day with a visit to the massage and spa. The many offerings at Hilton Cairns ensures you'll have plenty to do during your stay. No vacation is complete without a refreshing jump into the pool. The poolside bar at Hilton Cairns gives you a great reason to spend more time in your swimsuit.
With the hotel's fitness facility, you can either get in your daily workout, or just sweat out your jet lag. You can find a perfect memento of your trip, or grab some simple travel supplies at the shops and souvenir shops.


Around the property

Venture outside the hotel and explore Cairns. Watch the local team play at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon located 450 m away, where you can also buy authentic team merchandise. You're sure to want to visit Green Island located 120 m away, among the most sought-after photographs for anyone visiting Cairns.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent8.5

Facilities

Most talked about facilities
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Dutch
  • Filipino
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Spanish
  • Thai
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fitness center
  • Garden
  • Gym/fitness
  • Massage
  • Pool facilities
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Table tennis
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast in room
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hotel room service app
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • A la carte breakfast
  • A la carte in restaurant
  • Alcohol
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Asian breakfast
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Breakfast service
  • Buffet in restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Desserts in restaurant
  • Happy hour
  • International cuisine in restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Restaurant breakfast
  • Restaurant dinner
  • Restaurant lunch
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
  • Snack bar
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Audio-visual equipment for special events
  • Business facilities
  • Chapel
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Convenience store
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Gift/souvenir shop
  • Grooming service
  • Indoor venue for special events
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Meetings
  • Meeting stationery
  • On-site event hosting
  • Outdoor venue for special events
  • Postal service
  • Projector/LED display
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Seminars
  • Shops
  • Shrine
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area unavailable
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family/child friendly
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed unavailable
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Taxi service
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony/terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water unavailable
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe box
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • TV [flat screen]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
Restaurants on site
Signature restaurant
  • Cuisine: International
  • Menu: A-la-carte

Location

34 Esplanade Cairns Queensland,4870 , Cairns City Center, Cairns, Australia,

Exceptional9.4

Location

Public transportation
  • Cairns Railway Station
    1.0 km
  • Freshwater
    8.8 km
Airports
  • Cairns Airport (CNS)
    6.0 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Cairns Central Medical Centre
    1.0 km
Shopping
  • Night Markets
    500 m
Convenience store
  • On-site
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    240 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Green Island
    120 m
  • The Reef Hotel Casino
    130 m
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    450 m
  • Esplanade Boardwalk
    490 m
  • Night Markets
    500 m
  • Michaelmas Cay
    550 m
  • Cairns Aquarium
    850 m
  • Muddy's Playground
    1.1 km
  • Cairns Botanic Gardens
    4.0 km
  • Gallo DairyLand
    6.0 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Rotary Park
    80 m
  • Green Island
    120 m
  • The Reef Hotel Casino
    130 m
  • Silverswift Dive and Snorkel
    130 m
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    160 m
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome
    180 m
  • Cairns Boat Hire
    190 m
  • Figtree Playground
    190 m
  • Fig Tree Playground
    190 m
  • Cairns Cenotaph
    200 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-2 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 3-18 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 19 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out from11:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center0.5 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)12
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)40 AUD
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee9.95 AUD
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of bars/lounges2
  • Number of floors9
  • Number of restaurants2
  • Room voltage240
  • Year property opened1987
  • Most recent renovation2022
Parking
  • Daily parking fee25 AUD

Reviews of Hilton Cairns from real guests

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8.6
  • Location score 9.4 out of 10 and is a high score in Cairns
    Location9.4
  • Cleanliness score 8.8 out of 10 and is a high score in Cairns
    Cleanliness8.8
  • Service score 8.8 out of 10 and is a high score in Cairns
    Service8.8
  • Room comfort and quality score 8.6 out of 10
    Room comfort and quality8.6
  • Facilities score 8.5 out of 10
    Facilities8.5
  • Value for money score 8.3 out of 10
    Value for money8.3
High score for Cairns
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9+ Exceptional (308)
8-9 Excellent (108)
7-8 Very Good (88)
6-7 Good (39)
<6 Below Expectation (47)
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10.0
Exceptional
YOSHIYUKI from Japan
Family with young children
Double Hilton Guest Room
Stayed 5 nights in July 2023

"Best Hilton experience on Agoda"”

I made a reservation with a few cancellations possible and got the best price. It's located near the ferry terminal, waterfront restaurants, cafes, and the main street, Esplanade, with excellent access to the lagoon pool. You can also enjoy the pool inside the hotel, but be careful as the deepest part is surprisingly 1.8m. The buffet changes every other day with egg dishes and hot dishes, but the basic menu is the same. The omelets are ordered at the table and are well-cooked. Rice, miso soup, and soba are also available, but don't expect Japanese quality. There is a water server on each floor, and there are bottles in the room. You can buy a PET bottle once at a convenience store or supermarket and refill it to use it. There are also a few Japanese staff members, but it's better to have at least basic English skills. I'm interested in other hotels, but this is my top priority for a revisit!

Reviewed August 03, 2023
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10.0
Exceptional
Marian from Australia
Couple
Double Hilton Guest Room
Stayed 1 night in September 2024

Fabulous stay ”

A great recovery for us, the room are spacious and bed are very comfortable, amenities are top notch. Very clean and great views of the Cairns city Center. Superb location within 2mins walking distance to Casino. Environment inside Hotel is so relaxing with tropical feel and frangrant of aromatic scent as soon as you walked in. We felt so happy to choose this Hotel and pricing for a 5 star hotel is well priced comparing to others in same level. Highly recommend this hotel as staffs are always welcoming and efficient. Will definitely return to stay. Thank you for a wonderful hospitality and we are so happy.

Reviewed September 19, 2024

Hi Marian, thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay at Hilton Cairns. We are so pleased to read that you enjoyed your time with us especially our central location. We appreciate your thorough feedback and hope to welcome you back to Hilton Cairns soon!

Responded September 20, 2024
Hilton Cairns
8.0
Excellent
Amir from Australia
Family with young children
Double Hilton Guest Room
Stayed 3 nights in September 2024

Very good”

Clearly works like Hilton. The access to the pool is very weird either walk from Level 3 or all the way turn around the building in G floor. It does have a good view and offered us a drink to not clean up the room for being an eco friendly, however, they text you directly to your phone which is a bit too much isn't it? If you book it with Agoda they do not give you any benefits. But what if they offer you a drink or anything instead due to the curtsy of care? Would be nice! Overall nice place to stay and due to the marketing the price is relatively above the average.

Reviewed October 25, 2024

Dear Amir, thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay at Hilton Cairns. We are pleased to read you enjoyed you time with us and felt like you were well looked after by our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Responded October 28, 2024
Hilton Cairns
9.6
Exceptional
YEE from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Double Hilton Deluxe
Stayed 3 nights in August 2024

Good choice to stay in Hilton Cairns ”

It is a great location. Beautiful seaview. Big, clean and comfortable bedding. Surprise by limited staff when we check in. It is weekday and around 5pm. Only two gentle and patient ladies at counter to help enquiries and everything at front desk. So bear in mind that we're in vacation and just take it easy. Facilities are basic. We enjoy the esplanade and seaside quality restaurants lay outside along waterfront and easily find reef terminal for sea activities. Overall we enjoy the stay

Reviewed August 30, 2024

Dear Yee, thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay at Hilton Cairns. We are pleased to read you enjoyed your time with us, especially our central location and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Responded September 02, 2024
Hilton Cairns
9.6
Exceptional
Salome from Australia
Family with teens
Double Hilton Guest Room
Stayed 1 night in October 2024

Mother &son”

The hotel had a great location altough I think it’s a bit pricy. The room was spacious and clean. The staff solved a issue I had with my room right away as I needed to change room so they have arranged everything smoothly. The best is the staff, the location and cleanliness. The gym was small and not exactly what I expected but you are still able to workout.

Reviewed October 24, 2024

Dear Salome, thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent stay at Hilton Cairns. We are pleased to read you enjoyed you time with us and felt like you were well looked after by our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Responded October 25, 2024
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