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/ natt
Boka detta om You want a prime Esplanade location with ocean views and a fantastic pool, but don't mind slightly dated room interiors.
Varför människor älskar det
- Prime Esplanade waterfront location
- Warm DoubleTree cookie on arrival
- Excellent breakfast buffet with an omelette station
Snabb Överblick: 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.
Recenserat av @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!
Gäster som bodde här sa
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
Renlighet & Underhåll
6
- 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™
6.5MÅTTLIG
0-4BULLRIG
4-7.5MÅTTLIG
7.5-10TYST
- Street noise from the Esplanade
- Loud, older air conditioning units
- Thin walls between adjoining rooms
Innan du bokar
Bra att veta
- 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.
Vad du ska packa
- Earplugs to combat the thin walls and street noise.
- A universal power adapter if traveling internationally (outlets are standard Australian 240V).
Rum Genie
Bästa val
- 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
Rum att undvika
- Standard rooms on lower floors facing the street due to traffic noise
- Rooms with shower-over-bath combos if you have mobility issues
Rumsförfrågan Genie – kopiera och klistra in
“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 & Dolda tips
Allt du verkligen vill veta innan du bokar.
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.
Insider-tips
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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 saker du bör veta innan du åker
💡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.
Lokalt playbook
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