Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

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

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Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Billiards
Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cazalys Cairns
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, DFO Cairns
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Queen & Sofa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Studio Twin Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio Queen & Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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. 1076 square feet (100 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Earlville motel, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Cairns Esplanade.

What's nearby

  • Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cazalys Cairns - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • DFO Cairns - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Henleys Hill Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hopscotch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬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. Event space at this motel measures 1076 square feet (100 square metres) and includes conference space. 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
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 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.

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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
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

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).

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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 15 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$144.00, 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.