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Hides Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property
Hotel in Cairns, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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

Reviews

7.0 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 Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 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
(59 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

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, Hides Hotel Cairns is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This 94-room, 3.5-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 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
  • ‪Candy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Corea Corea - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hides Hotel Cairns

Hotel in Cairns, a short 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 concierge services and securing valuables. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, 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
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • 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
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Designated smoking areas

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: 10:00 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 - 10:00 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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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—-10:00 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • 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

Cairns Hides Hotel
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Hotel Crocodile Hides
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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 Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hides Hotel Cairns on Oct 26, 2025 start from $74.9, 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 within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, and Reef Fleet Terminal. You'll also find Cairns Night Markets and Esplanade Lagoon less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hides Hotel Cairns?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Hides Hotel Cairns?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include concierge services and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Hides Hotel Cairns?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 228 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1003 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We only stayed 1 night, value for money was great & it was close to lots of places to eat & Woolworths was across the road - little bit old / tired but for a short stay would definately recommend, they also did breakfast on the balcony for $10 which was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Hides had an exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. You can order the continental breakfast there, or just sit on the veranda, eating your yogurt from woolies. Super walkable area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jianhua

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient. The room is spacious. There is parking space upon request. The facility is outdated . There are only sheets, no blanket. No housekeeping or room service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

cathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No parking for hotel,had to pay every hour for parking. Beds were great best night sleep thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ayman, Sydney

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
for the price it was good value / clean rooms / basic breakfast / great staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent location. Exposed wires hanging from ceiling fan, stained shower with mould,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Plz read whole review. This good aspects. On arrival at 4.50pm shocked no staff at reception esp with about 25 people noisily, but happily milling around. (On booking I hadn't realised hotel also had backpackers section. this could haattract or appeal to or not to some) but did know they would actually take out $100 deposit. Lift to room was small & shabby...and often crowded ( beyond limit?) My room was small but otherwise inside looked pleasant just like photo. It was very clean n contained all things expected, mostly in new/ newish condition . Bathroom was clean + okay, but unfortunately couldn't fit kettle under the tap to fill it directly. Plumbing was very loud & ongoing noise for hrs. King bed, TV, air con & fans were v good. Fridge was ok, but small freezer was disappointing. Safety DEP box? The room was accessed by a real key - perhaps an inside latch/ lock would give some people the extra ' impression' of security esp when people came past often speaking/ walking loudly along the very long narrow hallway. While the room looked fine, the large window had no view...at all...covered in heavy frosted glass.While it couldn't be opened it did feel like being locked in (with nice big curtains. The lack oThis should be mentioned in listing & hotel website- especially if only some or all rooms were same. This allows guests to request alternate rooms before p & usually mentioned Later found out meeting area for big group)Lift to room was small & shabby. Then
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matilda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to contact. Hard to cancel. Hard to obtain refund. Just an awful experience all around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This would be the most disgustingingly dirty place we have ever stayed in. The positives; Housekeeping had done the best with what they were given. The shower had excellent pressure. The negatives; Curtains were stained and smelled putrid. windows were absolutely filthy with 2 bird poo covered air-conditioning units at the open window and drug paraphernalia and pooh on the ledge beneath the window made a dreadful smell. The pidgeons were perched there. The blanket supplied was disgusting, it was so old and stained. No exhaust for shower steam. Only one mug and one tiny cup. pillows were so flat and old, had to ask for extra. No sink plug ( why do places not supply them ?) We will NEVER stay here again and strongly recommend fellow travelers look elsewhere until the owner cleans the place up.
The filthy stained curtains
The gross view from window
The ledge, stinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Take 2

Move here as power went out at the place I was at
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This was a budget property and I think basically it was as expected for the price point. I really didn't like the lack of ventilation, but could live with it. The bed was a bit hard and pillows were really cheap and terrible. But on the good its a budget stay, the room was big and it was very clean, good size fridge and the aircon worked
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

They only clean the room every 3 days, breakfast is continental. It's cheap and central to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Travon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced getaway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very dirty and did not look like they had been cleaned. There was hair throughout the bathrooms and the floors had not been cleaned. I did not feel safe staying in the hotel as there were people coming and going at all hours of the night and day. I ended up leaving after only staying 1 night and stayed elsewhere. I do not recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, helpful representatives
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Luciano

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dear Hides Hotel! I checked out 5 days ago and the 100 AUD you took out from my account as “block pre authotization garanteed” isn’t yet back in my account!! To take the money out took 5 seconds!!! To refund it back?? How many days you need?? Why don’t you take just one dollar (like the hotel I am now in Sydney) and in case any liability to any damage you charge what is due?? I need this money and you haven’t refunded it to my account yet. Await you reply. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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