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Hides Hotel Cairns

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade

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Terrace/patio
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Daily continental breakfast (AUD 12.50 per person)
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3

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King Room

King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(64 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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King Room Plus

King Room Plus

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Cairns

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District hotel, you'll find Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Reef Teach and Cairns Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 8 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffiend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crave Cairns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fetta's Greek Taverna - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5-star hotel near Cairns Esplanade
As a guest of Hides Hotel Cairns, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hides Hotel Cairns also features laundry facilities and an elevator.

This 3.5-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1968
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • 1 conference room
Hides Hotel Cairns offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 14 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 14 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to the airport?

Hides Hotel Cairns is 4.3 mi (8-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hides Hotel Cairns?

As of Apr 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hides Hotel Cairns on May 9, 2026 start from CA $86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hides Hotel Cairns.

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Holloways Beach and 11.2 mi (19-min drive) from Yorkeys Knob Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hides Hotel Cairns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hides Hotel Cairns, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Reef Hotel Casino (7-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a pool?

Hides Hotel Cairns does not have a pool.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hides Hotel Cairns to downtown Cairns?

Hides Hotel Cairns is 0.2 mi away from Tropical North Waterfront.

Hides Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 223 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 1001 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Serguei

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tricia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Here’s a polished, clear review you can post for your recent Cairns stay—firm but factual: The only positive thing about this hotel is its location — close to everything. Unfortunately, the negatives far outweigh that, making this the worst hotel we have ever stayed in. • The shower had visible black mould along the sliding door tracks. • The wardrobe door was completely stuck and unusable. • The air conditioner would stop cooling after about two hours, freeze up, then leak water when turned off. The only solution offered was a towel to catch the dripping water. • Housekeeping was extremely poor. After requesting room cleaning, only two beds were made. Rubbish bins were left full, and used towels were left on the floor. We complained and asked for proper cleaning, but when we returned later, only one additional bed was made nothing else was cleaned. The old towels and rubbish remained. Sadly, even on checkout day, the pile of used towels was still there. We had to dispose of our rubbish ourselves in the laundry area. • The noise outside was constant and disturbing — drunk people yelling, fighting, and causing disturbances at night. It felt unsafe, especially with kids. On our last night, while having dinner downstairs at the Chilean Streetfood, four police officers and two city security staff arrested someone right outside the hotel entrance during our meal. Yes, the hotel is cheap but it is absolutely not worth it. I would strongly recommend avoiding this hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Situation is excellent, can walk to eveything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was phenomenal but, the internet was terrible
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed the room was filthy. Mould in tiles in shower rubbish left underneath the vanity Slim and hair particles around the bottom of toilet Some sort of grease inside of vanity Will not be recommending this place to any one the price I paid for 1 night was absolutely rediculas
Discusting
Discusting
Disgusting
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was fine. The linen was clean as was the bathroom. It's definitely a run down hotel but to just go to sleep for one night, it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Bathrooms could have been a little cleaner. Very quiet place which was very good. Walking distance to everything. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Reece

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good price great room no blankets on bed only sheets
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An old favourite where I and lots of Cooktown locals have been coming for years but that was mainly because of the price and for the free breakfast with boiled eggs. Not a great continental breakfast now but was quite cheap. The really good thing is the reception is open until about 2100 hrs. Other similar priced Cairns hotels close well before. But really clean and had a comfy bed which is the main thing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, towels, soap etc and coffee and tea provided. Reception very helpful.Bed was comfortable and price was excellent. Location good for esplanade walk and other attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Katherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room wasn’t clean, examples hair on pillows, floor. Etc
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

VAIVAI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time here, check in took a while as receptionist was on phone, would help if they let us know of the delay due to phone bookings etc. another lady checked me in ,which made the process even faster which I was happy about. The location is good, close to everything and transports, very convenient. The room was big but downfall was the aircon wasn't cold enough , the temp was already set and couldn't change it to make it abit colder due to the heat weather up here in the north tropics, luckily the fan was working it kinda made the stay abit breezy, curtains had to be closed all the time due to sunny through the window and then youl feel the heat come through it,. Everything was good , location, the room but it was just the aircon that wasn't cold enough to help ease the heat temperature, the receptions air-condition is way more colder than the rooms. * I've put the red tag to clean room whilst out, came back to find it not cleaned. I asked a worker about it and was told I needed to inform receptionist if I wanted it cleaned, so something to note down since I didn't know. * It's worth to book the hotel car park, if I knew I would of booked it for the whole of my stay, the road carparks was a nightmare, especially when your room is far away from the elevator , and carpark ticket has to be checked and paid every hour. I booked carpark on my last night and it was worth it. Overall hotel is good, just some little things that sometimes goes a missed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spaciest checkin was plesent and the use of the suitcase locker was great. Downside was the wi fi couldn’t watch any movies had to use personal hotspot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solema

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kierra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for so I truly can’t complain. Only downsides were the room was a decent hike from the elevator and our room didn’t come with a blanket, the bed just had a sheet on it so we had to walk down to the lobby to request a blanket. I also requested extra towels on the first night of our stay and the woman at the desk told me they didn’t have any clean towels at all, which I found strange. Otherwise though, the room got the job done and we loved the location of the place. We were able to walk to everything and we also appreciated the brochures in the hotel lobby to assist us with planning excursions. All in all, I would say it’s definitely worth what you pay for!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiaohong, Dallas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Room and hotel are a little old. The WiFi is unavailable in most of times.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark de

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
budget room with budget conditions
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As a fnq local I have stayed here before but not for many years . The hotel is looking good now. The bed was comfortable and the room pristine but the aircon could have been colder as it was still warm in the middle of the day. What annoyed me though was there were no bath mats or teaspoons. Even a plastic one instead of a stick would have been good. But still good value for the location in the middle of town. I will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025