Crystalbrook Flynn

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
View from room
Sea Suite Two Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Wine bar, ocean views, open daily

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Sea King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Urban Master

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Urban

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Urban Balcony King

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Harbour King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Urban Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Sea Suite Two Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 840 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Sea Suite One Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 743 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Urban Suite One Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Urban Suite Two Bedroom

  • 840 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Urban King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, Crystalbrook Flynn is adjacent to Cairns Esplanade and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Reef Fleet Terminal. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 311 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 13 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Phở Street - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Crystalbrook Flynn

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center
Guests of Crystalbrook Flynn enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Self parking is offered for AUD 15 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a porter/bellhop, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, espresso makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Eleme has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
  • Self parking on site (AUD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Boadwalk Social
  • Flynn's Italian
  • Whiskey and Wine

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 75 per accommodation, per day

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 38 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Crystalbrook Flynn Hotel
Crystalbrook Flynn Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn Hotel Cairns
Flynn a Crystalbrook Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Crystalbrook Flynn?

Crystalbrook Flynn provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystalbrook Flynn?

As of Sep 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystalbrook Flynn on Oct 8, 2025 start from $146.58, 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 see close to Crystalbrook Flynn?

This hotel 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.

Will I be able to park at Crystalbrook Flynn?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 15 per night. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa at Crystalbrook Flynn?

Eleme is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and body wraps. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Crystalbrook Flynn have a casino on the premises?

No, Crystalbrook Flynn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Crystalbrook Flynn?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Crystalbrook Flynn?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Crystalbrook Flynn?

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

Does Crystalbrook Flynn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Crystalbrook Flynn serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Boadwalk Social.

Does Crystalbrook Flynn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Crystalbrook Flynn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Crystalbrook Flynn?

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

What is the closest airport to Crystalbrook Flynn?

The closest major airport to Crystalbrook Flynn is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Crystalbrook Flynn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or city views.

Reviews

Crystalbrook Flynn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 969 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Stanford

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, rooms were very clean and in very good shape. Staff were friendly and attentive. The iPads in the room make getting your room cleaned, booking tours, and finding things to do in the local area a breeze.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ratu lui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was ultra-modern, centrally located and very quiet. The pools and bar were great. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was amazing. right in the heart of the town. Nice check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely everything! The view was amazing! It was comfortable and perfectly located near the night market, bus stop, and the laundromat that I needed on my final night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of The Flynn and could walk everywhere we wanted to be. We had lovely views to the bay. The room layout and facilities were well suited to current needs, with easily accessible power points, for example.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solomon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was cool man
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Girish

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only downside to the property is no valet service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning view from our harbor suite. Free parking, we walked to all meals and explored the city on foot. We will be staying here again on our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel situated in a very nice and walkable area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit disappointing. I had a damp smell in my room. Raised it a few times with stag that were “looking in to it” but never heard from them in my 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

De

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend this property five stars
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Location, location, location

Beautiful hotel and harbour location in Cairns.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Enjoyable trip

Nice hotel. Good food and wine. Bad smell of mould in the room though. Difficult to control in that humidity though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025