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Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

3.5 star property
Motel in Cairns with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Relax in this outdoor seating area with a table and four chairs, surrounded by a shaded space.
Relax and unwind in our bar area, featuring a long counter, TV, and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a game of pool or billiards in this spacious room with a pool table and billiards table.
Experience the best in steaks at this stylish hotel, featuring a modern design with a flat roof and large windows.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a sink, microwave, and refrigerator.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Queen & Sofa

Studio Queen & Sofa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Studio Twin Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment

Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Studio Queen & Single

Studio Queen & Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio Queen & Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Studio Queen And Sofa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Studio Triple Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Studio Twin Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Cairns

At Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cazalys Cairns and Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The steakhouse, Graziers Steakhouse, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Business amenities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Earlville motel include Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cairns Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 5 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cairns Australian Football League Social Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hopscotch Cairns - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Motel in Cairns with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cairns motel.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 100 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel offers 29 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Graziers Steakhouse

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This motel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Balaclava Earlville
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$153.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Yep, Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

The closest beach to Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel is Yorkeys Knob Beach (13.4 km).

What makes Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel.

Is Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

No, Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corrine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convient close to shopping centre and other outlets etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great, always helpful. Would have liked a large bed not two singles puched together up against the wall.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here many times. Great place with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price it has everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent budget accommodation.

Excellent motel style accommodation. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great, promptly replaced a lost key out of hours with a smile and no charge Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price range
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Nightcap. All staff from Housekeeping, Reception & Hotel staff made our stay so great, getting to know everyone whilst we were there was an absolute pleasure. We WILL be back guys to keep you laughing. Couldn't fault anything or anyone. Fromm the girls in room 17!!!! See you again soon. Cheers!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best steak I’ve had in awhile, room was clean and recently renewed
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A warm and helpful welcome after hours. Spotlessly clean. Good mattress and pillows
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kingsly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best of both worlds A well run motel and a great pub and food Staff are friendly helpful and provide excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kingsly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, quiet and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jurdy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok safe and clean

Great little hideaway and location. Feels safe despite the casino which stays open late. Thought it a bit pricy for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and good service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly. Rooms great and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The smell of the carpet. Reminded me of stale beer. Very off-putting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Wonesai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023