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About the Hotel

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Very good
7.8
7.9
/10
3.5
3.5
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The 4-star Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is nestled about a 5-minute walk from the Muddy's Playground and features an outdoor swimming pool. The resort offers 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service, as well as such safety amenities as 24-hour security and luggage storage.

Location

This hotel is a mere 1.5 km from the Rusty's Markets and in proximity to Lake Street at Cairns Private Hospital bus stop. The Rydges Esplanade Resort provides easy access to the Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns, which is 17 minutes' walk away.

Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Peace Park, located 0.7 km away. The Michaelmas Cay is 13 minutes' stroll away, and Cairns Central train station is situated within 25 minutes' walk of this accommodation.

Rooms

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has 95 rooms with a balcony. A multi-channel TV along with coffee and tea makers are provided. These rooms at the hotel also feature carpet floors. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Guests can dine at the seafood restaurant Coral Hedge Brassiere Restaurant and Bar located approximately 100 metres away.

Leisure & Business

You can join diving and lawn tennis at the Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, and cars are available for rent. Business travellers are welcome to use conference facilities and a photocopier provided at meeting rooms on site.

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Room Twin
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Sea view
Shower
Bathtub
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Bathtub
Twin Room Mountain View
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Mountain view
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis court
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Location

209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Nearby
Park
Muddy's Playground
1400 ft
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
1900 ft
Restaurants
Coral Hedge Brassiere Restaurant and Bar
300 ft
209-217 Abbott Street
Jamdrop Cafe
1000 ft
193-197 Lake St
Little Ricardo's
2700 ft
191 Sheridan St
Greenfields by Crystalbrook
1700 ft
131-141 Esplanade
Paper Crane by Crystalbrook
1900 ft
131-141 Esplanade Ground Floor
Tandoori Nights
2900 ft
209 Sheridan St
Tarzan Cafe
2700 ft
Shop 10 129 Sheridan St
Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant
2400 ft
6-12 Florence St Cnr Abbott St
Getting around
City Centre
Cairns10 min  ·  2700 ft
Airports
Cairns (CNS)9 min  ·  3.4 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station16 min  ·  4300 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at AUD 15 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 35 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese
Number of floors:
12
Number of rooms:
95
Former name
Matson Resort Cairns

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 836 verified reviews
7.4/10
Very good
68%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
8.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.5/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
7.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 1369 reviews
3.5/5
based on 1469 reviews
7.8/10
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