Title: The Benson Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=68623541&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Benson Hotel Art Deco hotel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for The Benson Hotel ![Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/f7e335a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&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/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/3c562b16.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) ![Terrace/patio - The Benson Hotel (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68630000/68623600/68623541/0f04c16f.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 - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Parking available - Housekeeping £99 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 14 - Dec 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=68623541&PinnedHotelID=68623541&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) 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 - 237 sq ft - Mountain view - 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 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - 237 sq ft - Mountain view - 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 Pillow-top bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - 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 20 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Pillow-top bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave - 237 sq ft - River view - 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 - 237 sq ft - Mountain view - 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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[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 ![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 - Reef Hotel Casino \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Cairns Night Markets \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Cairns Central Shopping Centre \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Cairns Esplanade \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 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 - ‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬1 min walk - ‪Annee's Caphê - ‬2 min walk - ‪BOBZIP - ‬1 min walk - ‪Gilligan's Bar - ‬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 2 meeting rooms - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and concierge services - Secured bike storage, tour/ticket information and free newspapers - 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. 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sea views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/ee002d15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystalbrook Flynn Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=45852781&PinnedHotelID=45852781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - 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 on-site parking (max 1 space 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 ## The Benson Hotel Reviews ## 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) 10 - Excellent 243 8 - Good 159 6 - Okay 60 4 - Poor 19 2 - Terrible 9 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 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 #### 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 #### Kylie 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Will stay here again ##### Kylie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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 ### 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 ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 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 ### 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 ### 8/10 Good #### John 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property is in a handy location. Staff were always friendly and helpful. ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The rooms are ok and nice and clean The bad points A/C. Loud even on low settings Breakfast was cold the whole hot selection was cold ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalia 22 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing stay, great service, comfy beds, pool is nice and clean, breakfast options are awesome and yummy. Great experience, definitely will be back. Walking distance to the esplanade as well. ##### Natalia Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Stamford Plaza Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Stamford-Plaza-Brisbane.h460514.Hotel-Information) > > [Regency on the Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Regency-On-The-Beach.h1784811.Hotel-Information) > > [Melaleuca Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Melaleuca-Resort.h1142618.Hotel-Information) > > [Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Brisbane Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Pullman-Brisbane-Airport.h19295763.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Brisbane-Central.h14677166.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Langham.h78099407.Hotel-Information) > > [Noosa Tropicana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Noosa-Tropicana.h3769240.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantica Caldera Palace - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hersonissos-Hotels-Atlantica-Caldera-Palace-All-Inclusive.h35181792.Hotel-Information) > > [Imperial Hotel Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Palazzo-Versace.h541927.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information) > > [Rumba Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Rumba-Beach-Resort.h3688041.Hotel-Information) > > [W Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-W-Brisbane.h21612140.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Orkney Islands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Orkney-Islands.d6051152.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Villas Barcelona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Villas.d179992-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Paradise Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Paradise-Resort-Gold-Coast.h43437.Hotel-Information) > > [RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-RACV-Royal-Pines-Resort-Gold-Coast.h425456.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane-Airport-Hotel.h19295854.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Nomads-Noosa-Backpackers-Hostel.h3856711.Hotel-Information) > > [Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bay-Village-Tropical-Retreat-Apartments.h980056.Hotel-Information) > > [ Hotel Tropiq](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information) > > [Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Manchester-Airport.h2144.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal On The Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Royal-On-The-Park.h582734.Hotel-Information) > > [4 Star Hotels in Llandrindod Wells](https://www.expedia.co.uk/4Star-Llandrindod-Wells-Hotels.s40-0-d10088.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Gold-Coast-Resort-Spa.h25943.Hotel-Information) > > [Burleigh on the Beach Holiday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-On-The-Beach-Holiday-Apartments.h9625452.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Activities