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Cairns Harbourside Hotel (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Cairns Harbourside Hotel?

85%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 85% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, keycard entry and CCTV add security; fast free Wi-Fi, balconies with sea or mountain views and free shuttle to Cairns CBD suit independent explorers.

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Reviews4.2/ 5
(from 1,115 reviews)

Good match for:

  • City Explorers: Walk 250m to the Esplanade boardwalk to discover cafes, public art and lagoon swims.
  • Reef Adventurers: Book Great Barrier Reef tours at the front desk for early morning departures.
  • Budget-Conscious Travellers: Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking and a shuttle service to the CBD.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Pet Owners: Pets are not allowed on the premises.
  • Complimentary Breakfast Seekers: Breakfast is available at AU$33 and is not included with the room rate.
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What is so special about Cairns Harbourside Hotel for solo trip?

  1. Outdoor pool with bay views and free sunbeds.
  2. Complimentary Wi-Fi, self-parking and CBD shuttle.
  3. Harbourside Bar & Kitchen serves meals and drinks poolside.
  4. 3-minute walk to the Esplanade waterfront boardwalk.
  5. On-site desk can arrange Great Barrier Reef tours.

Transport & Nearby Access

Cairns Airport: 4.7 km (8 min drive)

Taxi or rideshare to the airport takes 8 minutes.

Cairns Central Station: 2.4 km (6 min drive)

Catch trains north to Kuranda and south toward Brisbane.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Esplanade McKenzie Street Parkland: 250m (3 min walk)

Scenic waterfront park with bike paths and picnic spots.

Tip: Check local council schedules for free yoga and Zumba classes along the boardwalk.

Cairns Aquarium: 1.3 km (17 min walk)

Interactive exhibits showcasing Great Barrier Reef marine life.

Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the queue.

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon: 1.7 km (20 min walk)

Saltwater lagoon with lifeguards on duty for safe swimming.

Tip: Go early to avoid the crowds.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Cairns Harbourside Hotel:

Outdoor swimming pool:

Swim laps or relax on sunbeds beside Trinity Bay views.

Wi-Fi:

Complimentary high-speed internet in rooms and public areas.

Self-parking:

Free on-site self-parking in the hotel lot.

Shuttle service:

Scheduled shuttle to Cairns CBD & Night Markets in the mornings and late afternoon.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Buffet breakfast:

Daily continental and full English buffet at AU$33 per person.

Harbourside Bar & Kitchen:

Local and international dishes plus cocktails overlooking the pool.

Dry cleaning:

On-site dry cleaning service available for a fee.

Accessibility at Cairns Harbourside Hotel:

Step-free main entrance. Elevators reach all floors. Pool hoist, handrails and wheelchairs available.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Catch the sunrise: Swim in the outdoor pool at dawn for unobstructed views of Trinity Bay.
  2. Hop on the free shuttle: Use the scheduled shuttle to explore Cairns CBD and the Night Markets without parking hassles.
  3. Book reef tours early: Arrange Great Barrier Reef excursions at reception one day in advance to secure your spot.

Reviews of Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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Niki Lawrence

Niki Lawrence

Sep 2025

Stayed for a week long seminar. Lovely room with a great outlook. Staff were fabulous and always helpful. Great meals. Everything felt light and fresh. Convenient location. I would definitely stay again.

Gloria Flynn

Gloria Flynn

Sep 2025

I stayed for 7nights at the Cairns Harbourside Hotel (some of the days was for a seminar). I found the staff to be very friendly, helpful and accommodating with requests. The hotel is close to most facilities. Only downside for me was the shower being in the bathtub. (The hotel did provide rubber safety mats, which helped) Also the toilets are low. Yes I would stay again. Picture from my balco...

Kristen Cowan

Kristen Cowan

Sep 2025

I was only here for 2 nights but everything was great! Booked a room with an ocean view and got some of that. It was so beautiful walking into my room and seeing the palm tree leaves right outside the window. Loved having the balcony to decompress after sightseeing. Right next to the boardwalk which is where I spent most of my time. Comfy beds. Spacious too! As a solo traveller I felt safe inside ...

Chelsey Hinger

Chelsey Hinger

Sep 2025

I don't often get my expectations exceeded at hotels, but this one definitely did it. The room was very clean and had a great view. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I absolutely loved that there were different firmness/thickness of pillows to choose from on the bed. The bed itself was also one of the best I've had in a hotel. Great location and lots of shuttle options for tours and such. T...

Patricia Neal

Patricia Neal

Sep 2025

Would have been extra special if more rooms were available with a choice of multiple beds that also had the choice for a walkin shower as well. I found it a struggle in navigating to the shower being over a bath tub with my disability. Lovely staff and comfortable stay otherwise. Non working bathroom light on the first night was promptly fixed the next day. A lamp was supplied to be able to use ...

Map of Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Address: 209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North QLD 4870, Australia

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How to get to Cairns Harbourside Hotel:

Take a taxi or rideshare from Cairns Airport (8 min drive). Use the hotel's free shuttle to Cairns CBD & Night Markets at scheduled times.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+61 7 4080 3000

Average price

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