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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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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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60 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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One Bedroom Ocean

  • Sleeps 3

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Garden)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Ocean) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

Room, 1 Bedroom (Ocean)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Ocean)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds

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3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, BreakFree Royal Harbour is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Reef Fleet Terminal. This 30-room aparthotel has an outdoor pool, free self parking, and a gym.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dairy by Mungalli Biodynamic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

BreakFree Royal Harbour

Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade
At BreakFree Royal Harbour, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for AUD 15 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Each apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a furnished balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find WiFi and a 30-inch LCD TV with cable channels and pay movies. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a ceiling fan. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

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

Family friendly

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

Kitchenette

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

Bedrooms

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • 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
  • Snorkeling 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 available
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

BreakFree Royal Harbour
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel Cairns
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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

Is free cancellation available at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

BreakFree Royal Harbour provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around BreakFree Royal Harbour?

This aparthotel is situated in Cairns Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. You'll also find Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this aparthotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does BreakFree Royal Harbour feature a casino?

No, BreakFree Royal Harbour doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is BreakFree Royal Harbour a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this aparthotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does BreakFree Royal Harbour feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, BreakFree Royal Harbour doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will BreakFree Royal Harbour allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at BreakFree Royal Harbour though service animals are welcome.

Does this aparthotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this aparthotel.

How close is the airport from BreakFree Royal Harbour?

The closest major airport to BreakFree Royal Harbour is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Yes, every apartment at BreakFree Royal Harbour comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Reviews

BreakFree Royal Harbour Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 758 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 758 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 758 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 758 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 758 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointed

Very disappointed. On the 6th level 04. The dryer was in the living room area. The air conditioner was very loud and affected me sleeping. The vanity was cracked. The plumbing of the vanity was held together with duct tape. The front door open into the bedroom. The noise from the foyer of the lifts open and closing could be easily herd in bedroom when you were trying to sleep. There was an ocean view but most of the view was the carparks and air condition plants and rear fire escapes and of adjust buildings. There is much better value in new properties for the money paid. I have stayed here on many occassions over the 15 years and have had be allocated much better rooms.The location is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Metta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, close to shops, restaurants, night market and esplanade.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location is great, wifi not so great.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffery

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

8/10 Good

Evan

Liked: Amenities
When we arrived we had to clean the room, floors were dirty and sticky, wash mould off the bathroom wall tiles and ceiling and the sofa was also broken. Once we cleaned and propped up the sofa our stay was great. Best views and position on the Esplanade. Stayed for 4 weeks and would stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property/unit smelled bad as soon as we entered. The Aircon smelled and did not work properly. The floors were dirty and blinds dirty. The spa bath didn't work. No fan as per listing. Will not stay again, which is a shame as good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Enjoyed my week in Cairns

Nice studio apartment. Great place to spend a week
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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