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Tropical Queenslander

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A hotel with a tropical theme, featuring palm trees and a sign indicating it is a 'Tropical Queenslander'.
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, red pendant lighting, and large windows allowing natural light.
A swimming pool with a wavy design, surrounded by a brick walkway and a green fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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287 Lake Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Reef Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light.

Twin Reef Studio

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Reef Studio

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Family Reef Studio

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Basic Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Reef Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Reef Studio

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cairns

Tropical Queenslander places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a short 5-minute stroll of Cairns Mudflats. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, express check-in and express check-out. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Cairns North hotel, attractions include Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 3 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Guyala Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Tropical Queenslander

Tropical Queenslander offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Tropical Queenslander. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Tropical Queenslander offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Tropical Hotel Queenslander
Tropical Queenslander
Tropical Queenslander Hotel
Tropical Queenslander Hotel
Tropical Queenslander Cairns North
Tropical Queenslander Hotel Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tropical Queenslander?

Tropical Queenslander offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Queenslander?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Queenslander on 3 Nov 2026 start from NZ$181, 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 Tropical Queenslander?

Yep, Tropical Queenslander has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Tropical Queenslander?

The closest beach to Tropical Queenslander is Palm Cove Beach (19.6 km).

Does Tropical Queenslander have a pool?

Tropical Queenslander has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tropical Queenslander?

No, Tropical Queenslander does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tropical Queenslander?

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

Are pets allowed at Tropical Queenslander?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tropical Queenslander Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 359 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and well located
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
OK for price. Good beds. 20 min walk to Aquarium.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was efficient and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
if using buses just a short walk to sheridan street and the buses go to the lake street hub then you can get buses to whatever suburb you want to go to
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos are better than the experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The air-conditioned worked well. There were some other dubious issues but I'm just trying to get through this review without having to recall the memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
it's an oldish style hotel we were happy with location and it had everything we needed for our stay. Bathrooms are tired but hey as i said we were here for a basketball tournament not a tropical vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great love to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good option for the budger friendly traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thanks, we enjoyed our stay. Close to food and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

A convenient place to stay for a night, midway between the airport and Cairns town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean good sized rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
EASY TO FIND FROM THE AIRPORT
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good room (bed and facilities) and a fair value price. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. good pool, bus to the city or 225min walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was very run down. Mould all through the bathroom. Drawers and cupboards falling apart. Place felt like the ghetto. Looked at the pool and ended up taking the kids to the lagoon in Cairns central instead. Glad we only had to sleep and not spend anytime in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The sliding screen door couldn’t locked which was not great. And the people sitting on the footpath smoking was not great as I tired to open my door for fresh air into the room but all I got was second hand smoking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good for those on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were dated but very clean. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice and affordable place to live near the esplanade
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good value for money, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025