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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.6
out of 5
47 reviews
Fantastic room, fantastic location,

Fantastic room, fantastic location, fantastic service. Couldn't fault a thing. See full review

  • Ted
  • Aug 9, 2011
A very nice hotel. Lovely rooms

A very nice hotel. Lovely rooms and nice restaurant and pool. A bit of a walk into the city centre... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Jul 19, 2011
Waterfront resort hotel offers the Coral Sea -- and three pools

With a complete resort environment, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers guests plenty of recreational activities. Tourists can sit back, relax and enjoy while at Rydges Esplanade, a haven of relaxation and a place to unwind from busy schedule.At Rydges Esplanade Resort, vacationers will discover three superb resort swimming pools, one children's pool, two tennis courts, a complete Health club, Aerobic classes, spa, sauna, masseuse services, all set within the lush tropical surroundings.Located conveniently on the Esplanade, Rydges Esplanade Resort is within walking distance to an array of dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities at Cairns. The resort is also the perfect base to explore the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Rainforest Areas.

Highlights
  • Three pools, including a lagoon pool with a swim-up bar
  • Two full-size tennis courts
  • Private balconies with stunning views
  • Fitness center with aerobics classes
Rooms

Rydges Esplanade is home to 242 spacious rooms and 34 apartments -- all with private balconies. The accommodations feature simple and traditional décor that helps focus the eye on the stunning view from most of the rooms. Amenities include in-house movies and, in the hotel rooms, broadband Internet access. The Tower Apartments have full kitchens, and washing machines and dryers.

Features

Guests in search of constant new tastes find plenty of options -- breakfast through dinner -- at The Coral Hedge Brasserie. The restaurant's cooking stations give guests the chance to interact with the chefs. Throughout the day, the lobby bar offers a full range of beverage options -- including an impressive international beer menu -- and light snacks.

 

The fitness center -- also open to the public -- offers fitness classes including aqua aerobics and yoga. For families with younger children there is also a children's wading pool.

 

Guests in need of a haircut or essentials from the store will find their needs met as well. A hair salon and convenience store are both located within the complex.

Dining

CHB Restaurant serves a sumptuous full buffet breakfast, all day dining snack menu for lunch and the "Fire & Ice" Seafood Dinner Menu in the evening.The Fire & Ice Dinner is an innovative concept mixing the style of a la carte dining with traditional buffet. Diners select from a choice of freshly prepared meats, poultry, fish and seafood that are then cooked on the flame grill in front of the patrons! Visitors can savour the variety and choices on the buffet and indulge with the deliciously tempting dessert and cheese selections.

Transportation
  • Cairns Airport (3.6 mi/5.8 km)
Nearby attractions
  • Great Barrier Reef departure point (0.25 mi/0.4 km)
  • Cairns Civic Theatre (2 mi/3.2 km)
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway (8.3 mi/13.4 km)
  • Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park (8.3 mi/13.4 km)
  • Fitzroy Island (18.6 mi/30 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • Broadband Internet access
  • Conference facilities can accommodate up to 250 people

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Rooms

Standard Room
Each room has its own private balcony city scape views of Cairns and the Trinity Inlet. Enjoy all that Cairns has on show, especially at night time when the city comes alive. Averaging 32 m2 the rooms are spacious available in either queen bed configuration or 2 double size bedding configuration. Rate covers 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 using existing bedding (2 x double or 1 x queen bed). Maximum adult occupancy is 3 - additional adult charge will apply.
Mountain View Room
The Mountain View will take your breath away! Enjoy the stunning rainforest views on the surrounding mountains from your very own private balcony. Our spacious rooms feature a queen size bed and a double foldout sofa bed or 2 double size beds and an optional rollaway bed (charges may apply). Rate covers 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 using existing bedding (2 x double or 1 x queen bed). Maximum adult occupancy is 3 - additional adult charge will apply
Ocean View Room
Sit back and relax on your own private balcony overlooking the Coral Sea and picturesque Cairns Esplanade. Averaging 32 m2 the rooms are spacious available in either queen bed configuration or double/double bedding configuration with a double fold out sofa. Rate covers 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12 using existing bedding (2 x double or 1 x queen bed). Maximum adult occupancy is 3 - additional adult charge will apply.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Cairns
Nearby airports
Cairns International and Domestic Airports
Area description
Located conveniently on the Esplanade, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is a short stroll to a vast array of Cairns' finest shopping and dining facilities. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is also the perfect base to explore the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage rainforest areas.

Amenities

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber/Beauty Shop
  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Currency Exchange
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Free parking
  • Gift Shop
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Tennis
  • Tour Desk
  • Wireless Internet

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (47)

Ratings and reviews for Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Overall score

4.6 / 5
47 out of 47
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
4.2
Value:
4.2

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Ted
Not Provided
Aug 9, 2011

Fantastic room, fantastic location,

Fantastic room, fantastic location, fantastic service. Couldn't fault a thing.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jul 19, 2011

A very nice hotel. Lovely rooms

A very nice hotel. Lovely rooms and nice restaurant and pool. A bit of a walk into the city centre but lovely surroundings.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Murray
Not Provided
Jul 1, 2011

Very pleasant stay and close to

Very pleasant stay and close to town

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
janice
Not Provided
Jun 4, 2011

Staff very friendly and helpful,

Staff very friendly and helpful, rooms very clean pool and restaurant facilities were good.we were on the 12th floor and had a great view,we had selected a mountain view room and were very pleased with what we were allocated. I would probably stay at another Rydges further down the Esplanade next time though.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
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4
Value:
5
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
David
Not Provided
May 15, 2011

Good value when discounted, pleasant

Good value when discounted, pleasant and professional staff, great views and central location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
May 2, 2011

Had a great time, very good location

Had a great time, very good location combined with excellent customer service resulted in a great holiday!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Apr 26, 2011

Excellent staff and good locat

Excellent staff and good location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
Tone
Melbourne Austrlia
Apr 18, 2011

Awesome place

Driving and Sight seeing, Markets and went on the skyrail over the daintree, Snorkling at the great barrier reef, Will go back soon ,Just loved it, right up there withother places we have been

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Do your research

Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

3
ACSD
CANADA
Apr 9, 2011

Ok but...

Far at the end of the esplanade. Had to change room becose the internet was'ent working and at 30$ a day for a cable internet service...It suck.(Not include in the room)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
3
Review of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Reviewer score

5
John
Not Provided
Feb 2, 2011

What a fantastic experience we

What a fantastic experience we had staying in this resort, for a family with 2 very young boys our room was excellent, we can't thank the staff enough at Rydges Esplanade. Highly recommend this resort. Hopefully they survive Cyclone Yasi, we will definetly be back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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