Title: The Benson Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Benson Hotel A peaceful retreat with happy hour delights and spa treatments awaits travelers at this garden-surrounded property near Cairns Esplanade ## Photo gallery for The Benson Hotel ![Breakfast and dinner served - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/610e3959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/0f04c16f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/00cdd993.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/4ca2b559.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/6ce15fca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Benson Hotel, steps from Cairns Central Shopping Centre, offers a quiet escape with a garden, outdoor pool, restaurant, spa, high-speed WiFi, and luggage storage. Enjoy breakfast, dinner, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available £85 includes taxes & fees 4 Feb - 5 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 14 of 14 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/7f61ab92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - Mountain view - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/d0113864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - Mountain view - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/dbf492db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/f8723aea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/879da7e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Pillow-top bed Premium bedding - Mountain view - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/ee59e717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - River view - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/91708cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - Mountain view - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Queen Room ![Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/67f7c064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Queen Room - Sleeps 4 ### Deluxe Terrace Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard King Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/fd93aa39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ### Superior Queen With View - Sleeps 4 ### Benson Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Superior King With View - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Standard Accessible Room ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/ffa8bca0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Accessible Room - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-The-Benson-Hotel.h68623541.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-The-Benson-Hotel.h68623541.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, The Benson Hotel is near the airport and near a boardwalk. Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Cultural Place and Reef Fleet Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cazaly's Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours. [Visit our Cairns travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.92405%2C145.77623&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aOL6iY2FkMOT7uPhB1Vt-2m4pME=) 44-56 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870 ### What's nearby - ![Cairns Night Markets showing markets as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526972740/9e3dc67c-4565-4bdb-9ce2-6cb07e1be7af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairns Night Markets 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairns Central Shopping Centre 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairns Esplanade 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Reef Hotel Casino 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Reef Fleet Terminal 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Cairns Station 9 min walk - Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Caffiend 1 min walk - BOBZIP 1 min walk - Fetta's Greek Taverna 3 min walk - Annee's Caphê 2 min walk - Corea Corea 5 min walk ## About this property ### The Benson Hotel Upscale hotel near Cairns Esplanade Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at The Benson Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Benson Bar & Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, light fare and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and secured bike storage - A lift, a porter/bellboy and 2 meeting rooms - A front desk safe, outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All 101 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 55-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/e33d8543.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 6 Feb - 7 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/6598bf4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pullman Cairns International Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Onsite parking available only on request - Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 25 per night) - Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 32 for adults and AUD 22 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Benson Bar & Restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - Bicycle tours - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Fenced pool - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge - Outdoor pool - Pool gate - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - 2,885 square feet of conference space - Business centre ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Lift (90 centimetre wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (62 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 10 floors - Art Deco architecture - Banquet hall - Built in 1984 - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Microwave - Mini-fridge - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk chair - Free weekday newspapers - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 32 for adults and from AUD 22 for children - Covered self-parking fee: AUD 25 per night - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a debit 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as The Benson Hotel Hotel The Benson Hotel Cairns The Benson Hotel Hotel Cairns ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Benson Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Benson Hotel? ### Is The Benson Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Benson Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Benson Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Benson Hotel? ### Where is The Benson Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Benson Hotel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 250 8 - Good 162 6 - Okay 62 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 9 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wing Cheung Winnie 22 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean room, convenient to every shopping areas and main tourist spots ##### Wing Cheung Winnie Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 17 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and in good condition. Great location. Bar and Restaurant had a good vibe. ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hazel 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location and proximity to attractions, stores and restaurants ##### Hazel Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayne 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We travel through Cairns often and always love staying at the Benson because of the convenient location - it is surrounded by lots of cafes and restaurants, its walking distance to both Woolworths, Cairns Central shopping centre and also to the Esplanade. We had a great stay, easy and convenient. ##### Jayne Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARK 17 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very convenient spot, central to everything in Cairns City. Breakfast was included and we loved it. ##### MARK Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kylie 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Will stay here again ##### Kylie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Such an amazing location in Cairns. Rooms were nice and clean. Pool was great. Only complaint, and even then it didn’t affect our stay at all, was the restaurant played loud music a couple nights. But I would stay here again. ##### Christine Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Keshni 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient location and dining limited to certain days ##### Keshni Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siddharth 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great and comfortable stay. The staff at reception was great. ##### Siddharth Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### IHolarnie 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved our stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful with anything we needed. Definitely recommend staying here. ##### IHolarnie Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Benson was conveniently located near many of the attractions in downtown Cairns. The property is recently renovated and the condition of our room was great. Would recommend this hotel! ##### James Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katy 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Helpful and friendly staff. Great buffet breakfast. Enjoyed the pool. ##### Katy Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly helpful staff. Clean rooms. Microwave and washing machine made our stay very comfortable as we were here for a squash tournament. ##### Donna Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Vivian 7 Nov 2025 The noise and loud music from Hotel Bar and Bistro from 3pm till midnight Wed to Sat really has deprived us from proper sleep for two days in a roll… they really should have those functions indoor. If your room is facing the pool, definitely you won’t be able to rest well especially when you have early morning tours booked the next day… Good points are: there is a microwave and dining ware, more convenient for instant food lovers. Room service is also great. ##### Vivian Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### maria 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Really enjoyed the proximity to restaurants and the Esplanade board walk. ##### maria Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadine 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property great friendly staff, great buffet breakfast, awesome stay ##### Nadine Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Francine 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good service the location is close to everything Shopping Centre, Bank, Esplanade, Casino, Ferry, Bus, cost was reasonable for Cairns, nice hotel. ##### Francine Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elsa 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The property is in the centre of the city. Most businesses areas are walking distance. Excellent location 😍. ##### Elsa Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great location and loved the roof top pool ##### Natalie Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful location for a Cairns stay. Have been to Cairns several times and stayed at various hotels and found The Benson to be in the best location, easy to walk to dining options and to the marina or Cairns Central etc. ##### Rodney Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jagdish 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location and decent rooms ##### Jagdish Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xiaoyi 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel location is very good. ##### Xiaoyi Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Benson Hotel Modern and clean hotel, with a good breakfast. Good central location to get to most amenities. ##### Keith Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pavel 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful hotel in the heart of Cairns. Clean, cosy, delicious food (Eugene the Chief is amazing). Everything is around the corner. Wish no better for a good vocation. ##### Pavel Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anthony 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, quiet, friendly! GREAT LOCATION!!! Room was spacious.. 2 queens! Highly recommend! Great coffee.. and the breakfast looked good! ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Edge Apartment Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockhampton-Hotels-The-Edge-Apartment-Hotel.h4313015.Hotel-Information) > > [Tangalooma Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Tangalooma-Island-Resort.h2254989.Hotel-Information) > > [Chill Backpackers](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Chill-Backpackers.h37147932.Hotel-Information) > > [YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Coolangatta-YHA-Hostel.h9624261.Hotel-Information) > > [BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-BUNK-Backpackers-Surfers-Paradise-Hostel.h16174712.Hotel-Information) > > [Unit 3 Noosa Moorings, 303 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Noosaville-Hotels-Endless-Water-Views-In-Noosaville-Noosa-Heads-Unit-3-Noosa-Moorings.h38124679.Hotel-Information) > > [Noosa Harbour Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Noosa-Harbour-Resort.h4478149.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue Lagoon Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Blue-Lagoon-Resort.h1773107.Hotel-Information) > > [The Star Residences Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Star-Residences-Gold-Coast.h72545549.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Siroco - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Teguise-Hotels-Hotel-Club-Siroco-Solo-Adultos.h1200238.Hotel-Information) > > [City Backpackers HQ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-City-Backpackers-HQ.h20576485.Hotel-Information) > > [LyLo Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Limes-Boutique-Hotel.h2135031.Hotel-Information) > > [Aries Holiday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Aries-Holiday-Apartments.h83398932.Hotel-Information) > > [Soda Apartments by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Soda.h16219162.Hotel-Information) > > [Eagle Heights Mountain Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Eagle-Heights-Mountain-Hotel.h19287204.Hotel-Information) > > [Don Pancho by the Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bundaberg-Hotels-Don-Pancho-By-The-Beach.h2161531.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane.h119509.Hotel-Information) > > [Phoenician Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Phoenician-Resort.h456419.Hotel-Information) > > [The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Star-Grand-At-The-Star-Gold-Coast.h6921.Hotel-Information) > > [Rydges Gold Coast Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tweed-Heads-Hotels-Rydges-Gold-Coast-Airport.h57794898.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [ULTIQA Burleigh Mediterranean Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-Mediterranean-Resort.h980661.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Nomads-Noosa-Backpackers-Hostel.h3856711.Hotel-Information) > > [Turtle Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h2649543.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Activities > [Things to do in Ragama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ragama.d6348295.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages ### General ---