Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Islands Destination Planner 2017 | Page 65

Queensland / CAIRNS ACCOMMODATION

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Cairns Plaza Hotel
With the Great Barrier Reef and a World Heritage-listed rainforest at your fingertips , this hotel is a great location to commence your Tropical North Queensland experience . On the esplanade and only a short stroll to the heart of the city , the resort offers 240 hotel rooms with mountain or ocean views , and 20 self-contained apartments . Facilities include restaurant , lobby bar , complimentary health and fitness club , two tennis courts , three swimming pools , swim-up bar , convenience store , tour desk , complimentary scheduled city shuttle , complimentary Wi-Fi and car parking .
Enjoying a prime location close to the waterfront , Cairns Plaza Hotel is a short stroll from the city centre , shops , restaurants and Cairns ’ swimming lagoon . Accommodation options include suites with kitchenettes , studios for up to four people and standard rooms . All room types offer large private balconies and many have water views . Make the most of balmy tropical days and nights relaxing by the pool . The friendly staff will ensure you feel at home and look forward to welcoming you .
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Comfort Inn & Suites City Terraces
Comfort Inn & Suites City Terraces is ideally located just a short walk to the Cairns city attractions , including cafés , shops , marina , the esplanade , playgrounds , swimming lagoon , bars , convention centre and casino . Comfort Inn & Suites City Terraces is only a ten-minute drive from the airport . The Queenslander architecture set amongst tropical gardens is a stylish gem waiting to be discovered and enjoyed .
Spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments feature a balcony , kitchen , open plan lounge and dining area , free Wi-Fi , free undercover parking , and plenty of space to relax in comfort . The resort also features a large saltwater swimming pool set amongst tropical gardens and a covered BBQ area , ideal for that great Aussie BBQ .
Hides Hotel Cairns price guide : $$
Hides Hotel has occupied the corner of Lake and Shield Street right in the heart of Cairns since 1885 . Affordable and superbly located , surrounded by restaurants , pubs and shops , the hotel is only a short walk to the Casino , Reef Fleet Terminal , Esplanade Lagoon Pool , Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Kuranda Railway Station .
Reception can book all your tours and they will collect you from right out front . Enjoy the Great Barrier Reef , Daintree Rainforest , Kuranda Village and all of what Tropical North Queensland has to offer . price guide : $
Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments Mantra Esplanade Cairns
Nestled among abundant , tropical gardens in the heart of Cairns , this boutique-style property is a welcoming retreat for travellers , and a great base for discovering the region ’ s natural wonders of reef and rainforest . All rooms and apartments feature cool , tiled floors , natural colours , modern fabrics and local rattan furniture . The retreat boasts the award-winning Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant & Bar , featuring authentic Balinese cuisine . Other facilities include Internet café , free Wi-Fi , BBQ facilities , complimentary car parking , guest laundry and a resort pool .
From its central position in the heart of Cairns , Mantra Esplanade provides direct access to the lively local streetscape scene and departure points for the Great Barrier Reef . Mantra Esplanade features premium , self-contained accommodation with comfortable hotel rooms and spacious one- and two-bedroom suites with panoramic views . On-site leisure facilities include a swimming pool , spa , sauna and exercise room . Located opposite the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon , myriad cafés , restaurants , nightlife , shopping , night markets and the Reef Casino are all on your doorstep .
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From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca