The hype
Guests consistently praise the exceptional staff, the beautiful pool area, and the unbeatable location right on the Esplanade.
Doubletree By Hilton Cairns
$115-200/ nuit
Réservez si You want a prime Esplanade location with ocean views and a fantastic pool, but don't mind slightly dated room interiors.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- Prime Esplanade waterfront location
- Warm DoubleTree cookie on arrival
- Excellent breakfast buffet with an omelette station
En bref : It's a solid, well-located base camp with great staff and a beautiful pool, but the rooms are showing their age with worn carpets and dated decor.
Évalué par @saltwaternomad: We stayed here before our drive to Port Douglas and it was so relaxing. The king bed was huge, the breakfast buffet had everything I craved, and the giant atrium with the fish pond was such a cool surprise. Plus, you can't beat the warm cookie at check-in!
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The rooms are tired, with drab brown decor, worn carpets, and occasional cleanliness issues like hair in the shower or musty smells.
- You want to be walking distance to the Night Markets and Reef Fleet Terminal
- You love a good hotel breakfast buffet
- You plan to spend most of your downtime by the pool
Propreté et entretien
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- Housekeeping: Inconsistent. While many find rooms tidy, multiple guests report hair left in showers, dust, and missed spots during daily cleaning.
- Bathroom hygiene: Hit or miss. Some newly renovated showers are great, but older bathrooms have complaints of musty smells, mold, and hair on walls.
- Maintenance: The property is showing its age. Guests note worn carpets, drab brown decor, squeaky doors, and loud, struggling AC units.
- Linens & towels: Beds are generally comfortable, but several reviews mention receiving towels with holes, fraying edges, or stains.
- Odors & scents: Tropical humidity takes a toll—some guests report a distinct musty or damp mold smell in the older rooms and hallways.
Sleepability™
6.5MODÉRÉ
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Street noise from the Esplanade
- Loud, older air conditioning units
- Thin walls between adjoining rooms
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- The hotel is completely cashless; only cards are accepted.
- Self-parking is available but costs $25 AUD per day.
- Wi-Fi might cost extra ($9.95 AUD/day) depending on your booking tier or Hilton Honors status.
Quoi emporter
- Earplugs to combat the thin walls and street noise.
- A universal power adapter if traveling internationally (outlets are standard Australian 240V).
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Superior King Room with Balcony for newly renovated walk-in rain showers and ocean views
- Rooms on the 5th floor or higher to avoid street noise and maximize views
Chambres à éviter
- Standard rooms on lower floors facing the street due to traffic noise
- Rooms with shower-over-bath combos if you have mobility issues
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“Hi team, I'm really looking forward to my stay. Could I please request a high-floor room with a balcony facing the ocean, preferably one of the newly renovated rooms with a walk-in shower? A quiet room away from the elevators would be greatly appreciated.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there is a beautiful outdoor pool with a spa, sundeck, and views of the Coral Sea.
How much is parking?
Covered self-parking is available for $25 AUD per day.
Is breakfast included?
It depends on your rate, but the highly-rated buffet breakfast costs around $38 AUD for adults if not included.
Are pets allowed?
No, the hotel has a strict no-pets policy.
How far is it from the airport?
It is about a 10-minute drive (7 km) from Cairns Airport.
Is the hotel cashless?
Yes, as of early 2022, the hotel only accepts credit and debit cards.
Conseils d'initiés
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Join Hilton Honors before booking to potentially waive the $9.95 AUD daily Wi-Fi fee.
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Ask for a room on the 5th floor or higher to escape the noise from the Esplanade and get better views.
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Book the Le Petit Chef dining experience in advance—it's an immersive 3D culinary show right in the hotel.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The hotel features a unique indoor recreated rainforest atrium that gives the lobby a distinct tropical vibe.
💡The property is completely cashless, so leave your physical AUD notes at home.
💡Some rooms still have the old shower-over-bath setup, which can be cramped and difficult for those with mobility issues.
💡The Wi-Fi isn't automatically free for everyone—it can cost $9.95 AUD per day if you aren't a loyalty member.
💡There's a dedicated tour desk on-site that makes booking Great Barrier Reef excursions incredibly easy.
Guide local
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