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Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property
Hotel in Cairns, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Terrace/patio
Point of interest
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Point of interest
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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87 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Plus Room

  • Sleeps 3

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King Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(61 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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King Room Plus | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Plus

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, Hides Hotel Cairns is next to Reef Teach and The Cairns Museum. This 94-room, 3.5-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffiend - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Roti Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crave Cairns - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hides Hotel Cairns

Hotel in Cairns, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade
Guests of Hides Hotel Cairns enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch TVs. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite 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

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1968
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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: 8:00 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 property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 14 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

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 continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12.50 for adults and 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 of 1.3 percent

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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Hides Hotel Cairns provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hides Hotel Cairns on Dec 15, 2025 start from $80.49, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hides Hotel Cairns?

This hotel is situated in Cairns Central Business District, just steps from Cairns Night Markets and The Cairns Museum, and within a short walk of Cairns Esplanade. You'll also find Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Central Shopping Centre less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns include a casino?

No, Hides Hotel Cairns doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a hot tub?

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

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hides Hotel Cairns offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hides Hotel Cairns.

Does Hides Hotel Cairns have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Hides Hotel Cairns?

The closest major airport to Hides Hotel Cairns is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4.3 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hides Hotel Cairns.

Hides Hotel Cairns Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 1001 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Louisa

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was super rude
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were freindly and helpful. Wifi was not good. Housekeeping was only every 4 days so not great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Harold Samuel

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
close to everything staff was very friendly would stay there again good price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diego

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well located in the city center, but our experience was quite disappointing. During our 6-night stay, the room was never cleaned despite requesting it. The Wi-Fi advertised does not actually work, which also makes the smart TV useless. The bathroom, especially the shower, is in poor condition and needs serious improvement.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

joanne, North Adelaide

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great central location. The room price reflected the condition. Fan was hanging off the ceiling the aircon was hardly working and super noisy so didnt get much sleep. The place is very tired could do with renovations being done but its in a fantastic central location and cheap compared to other hotels so just depends on what you want for your stay. We were happy to be able to walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ROBERT, Las Vegas

Disliked: Amenities
A great 'stop through' hotel - nothing very special, but for an overnight it's great! Facilities are a bit 'worn' but are clean. One downside - they do not confirm checkout before coming in to clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teliyah

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay felt like home .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location, location, location. Late check in handled great. Room only serviced every 4 days is bit poor. But is still "bang for buck".
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Denniss

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bad TV reception. breakfast was very average for continental. cold baked beans .convenient for shops and eateries. Bit dear at $205 a night.rooms big.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and efficient. Its an old building but rooms have been updated. Lots of space but could do with a couple chairs in the room. Its the first hotel I have stayed at where there is a charge for luggage storage following check out. Its $6 for a locker.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

beverley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location Lots of restaurants and cafes around Very friendly and helpful staff Very clean rooms Lift to all levels
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Liora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and easy. Good for. Quick stay. We arrived late and left early. Easy to arrange a taxi to the airport. Bathroom next door was noisy with the shower and plumbing but otherwise fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
In the center of things and easy to walk everywhere
Stayed 5 nights 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

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is such a centrally located accommodation. Clean and well looked after. The staff are lovely and very efficient.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to the city & convenient stores . Can walk to the waterfront & Lagoon
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Neglected and not very clean

Neglected and not very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hibiki

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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