Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property
Hotel in Cairns, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Point of interest
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, cots/infant beds

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

King Room Plus

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium King Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns puts you in the heart of Cairns, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a front desk safe and a lift. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this 3.5-property class Cairns Central Business District hotel, you'll find Reef Fleet Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Indian Brothers Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffiend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lillipad Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • The Roti Shack

About this property

Hides Hotel Cairns

Hotel in Cairns, a short walk to 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 concierge services, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cairns hotel.

  • 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)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Hides Hotel Cairns offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site 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

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV

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: 10:00 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 front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 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

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay.

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: from approximately AUD 12.50 for adults and from 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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Hides Hotel Cairns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hides Hotel Cairns on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$192.24, including 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 Hides Hotel Cairns?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hides Hotel Cairns?

The closest beach to Hides Hotel Cairns is Yorkeys Knob Beach (12.2 km).

Is Hides Hotel Cairns family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hides Hotel Cairns is a hit with families.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, Hides Hotel Cairns does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hides Hotel Cairns?

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

Are pets allowed at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hides Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 223 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 113 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Got there after driving to Cairns to find out my room had a broken bed! No other rooms available. Things happen but a phone call would have been nice. Lady at the counter couldn’t apologise enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at Hides, I could walk to everything within 5-10 mins, including the bus station, wharf, esplanade and night markets. The rooms are very spacious, bed was comfortable, and Woolworths is across the road! My room's big window was frosted, so couldn't see out. Only one small part of the window could be opened, so if this is a problem for you, ask first. Also the lovely pool was "broken" as the staff put it, they need to fix it ASAP. There were a few tiny ants in the bathroom, but all in all, it is fantastic value for money in a very convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We only stayed 1 night, value for money was great & it was close to lots of places to eat & Woolworths was across the road - little bit old / tired but for a short stay would definately recommend, they also did breakfast on the balcony for $10 which was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No parking for hotel,had to pay every hour for parking. Beds were great best night sleep thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
for the price it was good value / clean rooms / basic breakfast / great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent location. Exposed wires hanging from ceiling fan, stained shower with mould,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This was a budget property and I think basically it was as expected for the price point. I really didn't like the lack of ventilation, but could live with it. The bed was a bit hard and pillows were really cheap and terrible. But on the good its a budget stay, the room was big and it was very clean, good size fridge and the aircon worked
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

They only clean the room every 3 days, breakfast is continental. It's cheap and central to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very dirty and did not look like they had been cleaned. There was hair throughout the bathrooms and the floors had not been cleaned. I did not feel safe staying in the hotel as there were people coming and going at all hours of the night and day. I ended up leaving after only staying 1 night and stayed elsewhere. I do not recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mugdha

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

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, DeSoto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking costs extra and is a little tricky but otherwise the hotel was in a great location, had a great balcony to enjoy, and the rooms were nice. If I had it to do over I would not have gotten a rental car and just walked - the location allows for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Fabian, Parkwood

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our experience were not so good, at midnight other rooms were in partys and we can't rest, the staff was not working at this time, nobody was there. Never they cleaned our room, the have a policy about clean rooms only after 3 days staying there; we were 5 nights and they never did it. One person of the staff in the morning wasn't very friendly. Bad look.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Melika

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The service was so bad and few times asked for room service they told me any three days we cleaning even not changed the cup or glass we must washed by self . Totally I wasn’t happy .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark R

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude money hungry staff with no empathy just a cash register. Rooms like prison cells literally with no windows. Nothing to do at the venue other than a dusty boring balcony, so you can’t even chill.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the charm of the building's exterior as well as the breakfast dinning area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Breeanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradley, Orange Park

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025