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BreakFree Royal Harbour

3.5 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment
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1 Bedroom Ocean | Balcony view
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

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60 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Bedroom Garden | Garden view

1 Bedroom Garden

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Washing machine
Sofa bed
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Washing machine
  • 146 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 Bedroom Ocean | Balcony view

1 Bedroom Ocean

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Living area

One Bedroom Garden Spa Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, WiFi

3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Living area

One Bedroom Ocean

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Cairns

BreakFree Royal Harbour puts you in the heart of Cairns, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. Highlights at this aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and washing machines. .You can enjoy an LCD TV with cable channels, and each apartment features a furnished balcony, WiFi and in-room childcare. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a ceiling fan and a hairdryer are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District aparthotel include Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 11 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rattle N Hum - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crepe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

BreakFree Royal Harbour

Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade
BreakFree Royal Harbour offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at BreakFree Royal Harbour. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Cairns aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1997
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
BreakFree Royal Harbour offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cairns aparthotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 30-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English, Japanese, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (AUD 15 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cot: AUD 10 per night
  • Pool gate

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 35 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • CD player
  • Pay films

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 30 units
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per stay

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 in-room wireless Internet: AUD 15 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)
  • 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 night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night

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, 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 cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. The property is professionally cleaned. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property is also known as

BreakFree Royal Harbour
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns
Breakfree Royal Harbour Hotel Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairn
Breakfree Royal Harbour Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

BreakFree Royal Harbour offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

As of 23 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BreakFree Royal Harbour on 30 Jun 2025 start from NZ$251.9, 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.

Is parking available at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Yep, BreakFree Royal Harbour has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to BreakFree Royal Harbour?

The closest beach to BreakFree Royal Harbour is Palm Cove Beach (21.4 km).

Does BreakFree Royal Harbour have a pool?

BreakFree Royal Harbour has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is BreakFree Royal Harbour family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as childcare services and cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that BreakFree Royal Harbour is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

No, only service animals are allowed.

BreakFree Royal Harbour Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 747 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Geoffery

Travelled with partner
A bit dated but nicely presented. Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort

Great but no wifi

The wifi was awful, connection kept dropping out and more often than not i had to connect to the free Telstra. I had to wash all the cups and dishes as they were greasy. Otherwise it was great. The view was amazing! The Esplanade and night markets were right outside. Loads of bars and restaurants just seconds away. We watched loads of birds flying past our balcony.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has some wear and tear, but the location is perfect. It has plenty of space, the kitchen even includes a washing machine. The round tub is a nice plus. Cleanliness was the only point I think they could improve, but other than that, I really loved my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That the unit had a decent kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Room comfort
Excellent property
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean tidy unit with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to many dining options and attractions. Awesome location, very quiet on 7th floor despite hustle and budtle below. Comfy bed, incredible view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Amenities
Large apartment. Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location to shops , dining and tours
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Kerrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think all the bad reviews must be about the same apartment ? Our apartment was very dated. We had to use a fork to get plug out of the bath. Black tape for fix of pipe work (visible) and floor filthy. Isn’t one bedroom. Front door opens straight into bedroom area and they have a screen you can pull across (but then can’t get around the bed if you do) more like a studio apartment. Definitely not one bedroom. Walked around barefoot and feet were very dirty quite soon. The main issue was the balcony. The chairs were extremely worn/split fabric. We did have a sea view if you looked directly in front but the main view was of the backs and side of restaurants inc McDonald’s. So bin areas/parking etc. so we also had noise from all their huge extractors and the food smells. apartments own air con extractor is located on the balcony which is noisy. Turning that off helps slightly ? All this meant we didn’t really use the balcony, which was disappointing as that’s a main reason we booked this. Photos very misleading.cant believe the cost tbh as we have had so much better for less. We expected to be able to enjoy breakfast /a glass of wine on the balcony. This was impossible. The location is really good, (very noisy from pub til late on a Saturday) staff friendly. Apparently we had a very good apartment when we asked at checking in?? I assume that was a standard reply as it honestly is very poor. Also WiFi is additional cost? Fab area but book somewhere else.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,close to everything. Nothing to dislike
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location above night markets
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The apartment is equipped very well, hair dryer, iron and board, air fryer, dinnerware, glassware, cutlery, pods coffee machine,shampoo , hair conditioner, hand and body wash, pool towels, alarm clock ect. Beautiful view over the garden, multiple BBQ areas, cloth line and pegs,1 of the entrances leads to the Esplanade with easy access to all the restaurants and shops. The apartment is not freshly renovated, but clean and well maintained ! We had a great time staying! Thank you 🙏
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is incredible. Didnt need a car, just got bus to Palm Cove. So many attractions walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’d not fully realised just how close to the esplanade and the whole range of restaurants and shops immediately on our doorstep. We were there a week and hired a car dior a couple of days choosing Europcar because their vehicles were parked in the hotel carpark - so no parking fees - guaranteed parking after a day trip and drop off at the airport - so no transfers either. Staff were welcoming and friendly. The garden room we rented was perfect for us…with an adequate kitchen ann a bbq in the garden. Would fully recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was some construction noise adjacent that was very annoying but obviously that was just unfortunate timing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul Franklin

Travelled with partner
Overall a great property in a good location and our apartment 607 was perfectly located but please steam clean the floor tiles more often
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Roy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities. The noise from extractor fans on the roof next door made it impossible to sit on our balcony. Will not be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great hotel

Was comfy and spa was great. Will definitly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wapke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was clean and comfortable. The views were amazing and the location was the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The BreakFree Cairns boasts some amazing staff, central location and an aging building with odd unit design. Our experience had us "jokingly" terming it the BreakDown Royal Harbour. In hindsight, we feel we ought to have been partially refunded for the inconveniences. On the positive side Central location *Comfy beds *Clean *Excellent staff, mostly. One man (Valter) was 5 star... hope you get him for service! He's incredible. *Spacious lounge area, although no powerpoints or lamps near sofa for reading at night. *Lovely gardens and pool. *Book share area. It may have been a one off, but unfortunately our 9 night stay wasn't smooth at all. The room was more suited to the younger person or a couple, not two more mature ladies. * Unfortunately, we had no cold water on our first day. This was rectified. * The spa with shower was difficult to get into and also very slippery so we were given a non slip mat. * The bathroom was not really suitable for twin share travellers and better for couples as it had only glass petitions and no privacy from the outside world. We were on the ground floor. * The washing machine broke down completely. * Bedroom was extremely small, had no natural light and lacked privacy and had no room for two suitcases. * Kitchen was pretty but impractical -no dishwasher, no pantry space, no oven, had to ask for basics like salad bowls etc Things were rectified by the staff, but our good experiences at the Breakfree were few. Location was great!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024