"Yuko at the desk was a wonderful, caring lady. One night I rang the reception couple of times. No one picked the phone up. That’s not good enough for
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A luxury stay in the heart of Cairns awaits you at Hilton Cairns. You'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Cairns Esplanade and 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Reef Hotel Casino. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and an outdoor swimming pool.
All 263 individually furnished rooms feature LCD TVs with digital channels, and you can enjoy balconies, iPod docks, and WiFi. In-room dining is easy with amenities like refrigerators and room service. Nice touches to enhance your stay include bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Additionally, safes, hair dryers, and phones are available.
A relaxing visit to Banyan Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The fine-dining restaurant, Signature Restaurant, is open for dinner. Pool Bar is the hotel's own bar. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour gym, and a conference center. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site.
This 5-star Cairns Central Business District hotel is 0.7 km (0.5 mi) from Esplanade Lagoon and 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
Hilton Cairns ratings based on 205 Verified Reviews
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Room cleanliness4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.5 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Hilton Cairns
Everyone (116)Couples (47)Business (1)Family (35)
2 out of 5
The wettest, most slippery hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Showers were small and impractical. Dead birds in the property water feature outside our room.
Posted by Matthew on 23 Apr. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
6 May 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Matthew
Thank you for your comments on Hilton Cairns here on Expedia.
The safety of our guests is our absolute priority and I couldn't see anything noted in the duty log of any issues raised during your stay.
I will of course share this feedback with the Engineering team.
5 out of 5
Friendly staff
Posted by Joseph on 19 Apr. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
26 Apr. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Joseph
Thanks for the review of Hilton Cairns on Wotif.
It is always great to read a guest has found the hotel team friendly and professional: I wanted to let you know I always share these comments with the operations team :-)
3 out of 5
Yuko at the desk was a wonderful, caring lady. One night I rang the reception couple of times. No one picked the phone up. That’s not good enough for a such an expensive hotel stay. Lucky it wasn’t a medical emergency. 24 hr reception service? Come on! If it was a cheap 3 star hotel yeah I wouldn’t complain. You get what you paying for. Food was horrible. Bacon were like fried & dried them for hours. Like hard sticks. Well you pay big money to get rubbish. Curries were too spicy & salty. Room & the view was beautiful. That’s the only thing.
Posted by Indrani on 18 Apr. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
26 Apr. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Indrani
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of Hilton Cairns on Wotif.
Firstly thank you for the kind comments in Yuko, please be assured I will share that feedback with her manager later today.
You are correct, we do run a manned front desk 24/7 and we should be taking calls to assist you right around the clock and I have already addressed with this with the team for immediate review.
It is pleasing to read you enjoyed your room and the view from your private balcony, the sunrises over the Inlet are truly lovely to experience.
4 out of 5
The hotel was brilliantly located and the cleanliness of the rooms was excellent. The front office staff however need a little reminder on how to smile and to at least make eye contact with guests when speaking to them. The hotel served its purpose but as other reviews have stated, it’s a little tired looking and clearly not up to its former pre-Covid standard which is what people expect with the Hilton name. The house keeping staff were lovely and cheerful but the front office staff really need to have a little look at the basics of customer service. Overall it was a pleasant experience however may look at alternate hotels for future stays in Cairns.
Posted by Brooke, from Scarborough on 27 Mar. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
5 Apr. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Brooke
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review of Hilton Cairns on Wotif.
I do have some great news for you: we are part way through a complete refresh and refurb of all accommodation rooms, and later in the year works will commence on our restaurants. It would be great to welcome you back so you can see the investment and improvement we are making through 2022!
4 out of 5
Location of the hotel was great, parking facility was faulty, system added extras to the bill (movies) that were not ours. Wasnt offered a wheelchair accessible room on check in and had to move after night 1 of 3.
Posted by Tracy on 30 Jan. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
7 Feb. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Tracy
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review of Hilton Cairns on Expedia. It is great to read, like so many of our guests, that you loved our central location! I can only apologise for any charges on your room which was not yours - that is something I have not read happening before and I can imagine your frustration.
2 out of 5
Posted by Scott on 29 Jan. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
7 Feb. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Thank you for your review and rating Scott... I am sorry to read you have only left 2 stars, and with out more detail it is hard for me to comment or look into any concerns. Do feel free to contact me personally if I can assist via kristy.williams@hilton.com
2 out of 5
Honestly the room was over priced air conditioner didn’t work had to get a fan for the room, bed was crap , spa bath wouldn’t hold water the only good thing was the shower had good water pressure wouldn’t stay at a Hilton again
Posted by malcolm on 29 Jan. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
7 Feb. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Malcolm
Many thanks for your review of Hilton Cairns on Expedia. I am sorry to read the room did not meet the high standards you expect of a Hilton Hotel. You will be pleased to know we have just started a renovation of our bedrooms (including new beds and mattresses) and we should have that project completed mid way through the year. I do hope you might consider a return visit to experience this new offering.
3 out of 5
Hilton is close to waterfront and cruise terminals. Loved the location and the $25 free welcome voucher. That was all good.
Deluxe room was about okay. No lock on bathroom doors. Mini fridge was empty. They forgot one of our room service dinner orders (pizza) and we had to remind them just before the kitchen was closed. Was given a sub standard complimentary pizza as compensation.
Lots of extra charges (like $5 charges for keeping a food tray in the room) quickly adds up. Disappointed with so many extra charges, being a star hotel.
Posted by ASHISH KUMAR REDDY ALLAPPU on 31 Dec. 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
4 Jan. 2022
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Ashish
Many thanks for leaving t your review of Hilton Cairns on Expedia.
It is great to read you loved our central location on the Reef Fleet Terminal and Boardwalk - we certainly are the ideal location for getting out & about and exploring Cairns.
I will certainly share your comments on the bathroom and the shortcomings in room service with our new Operations Director, so we can use these as areas for focus and improvement.
5 out of 5
Beautiful location with a view of the waterfront. Excellent facilities and service.
Posted by Nuwan on 29 Dec. 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
30 Dec. 2021
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Nuwan, thank you so much for leaving your review of Hilton Cairns on Wotif.com and scoring us a perfect stay. It is pleasing to hear that you enjoyed our beautiful location and appreciated the great service from our Team.
We hope to welcome you back to Hilton Cairns again soon!
5 out of 5
staff were very friendly and went above and beyond to be helpful. i loved the water stations to fill my water bottle. breakfast was great
Posted by Karen on 14 Dec. 2021
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Comment from Hotel Management
21 Dec. 2021
by Kristy - Commercial Director
Hi Karen
Thank you for leaving your review of Hilton Cairns on Wotif.
It is always great to read the staff have been professional and friendly, and it is also great to see you loved our wonderful and sumptuous breakfast buffet. We definitely have the best buffet of any of the hotels in Cairns!
As part of our commitment to halve our footprint by 2030, our refillable glass water bottles and water stations are just 1 of over a dozen initiatives we currently have in play!
Thank you and we hope you will come back and visit the hotel again in the very near future.
Hilton Cairns offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 33594 square feet (3121 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hilton Cairns. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Cairns hotel.
Parking: Valet parking and self parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Hilton Cairns offers 263 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 37-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Cairns hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Private balcony
IPod dock
In-room dining (limited hours)
HD television
Digital channels
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Shower and tub combination
Cribs (free)
Rollaway beds (surcharge)
Housekeeping (daily)
Hair dryer
Safe
Bathrobes
Slippers
Designer toiletries
Telephone
Iron and ironing board
Desk
Exterior corridor access
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Unique furnishings
Connecting rooms available
Wheelchair accessible
Free tea bags/instant coffee
Wardrobe or closet
Toothbrush and toothpaste available
Desk chair
Food & Drink
For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Signature Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Mondo on the Waterfront - This restaurant overlooks the ocean and specializes in international cuisine. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Pool Bar - This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.
Grab and Go - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Gin Social - This cocktail bar overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).
Spa Services
Number of treatment rooms 3
Massages
Hot stone massage
Deep tissue massage
Thai massage
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-in time ends at midnight
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 65.0 per night.
Free cribs (infant beds)!
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Policies
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast and through room service. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Debit cards
UnionPay
Staffed front desk
Security system
LGBTQIA friendly
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wear personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is not available for guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines CleanStay (Hilton)
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually wrapped food options are available
Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
No gap period between guests' stays
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Masks are not compulsory at the property
Contactless food service / room service is available
Reservation is not required for facilities on site
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Fees
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Breakfast fee: between AUD 32 and AUD 38.00 per person (approximately)
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Self parking fee: AUD 15.00 per day
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 65.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
Hotel Names
Cairns Hilton
Hilton Cairns
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Cairns Hilton International
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Hilton International Cairns
Hilton Cairns Hotel
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You should know
Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).
National Rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hilton Cairns offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Hilton Cairns uses enhanced cleaning measures, offers contactless check-in, and ensures social distancing. There is a shield between guests and staff in the main contact areas, contactless room service is available and guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning.
Yep, Hilton Cairns has a self car park for AUD 15.00 per day.
The closest beach to Hilton Cairns is Clifton Beach (20.6 km).
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like hot stone massages.
Hilton Cairns has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.
Hilton Cairns features a 24-hour health club, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.
Ocean-view dining and a bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hilton Cairns.
You bet! With amenities like laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Hilton Cairns is a hit with families.
Yep, buffet brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
No, Hilton Cairns does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
