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9.0/10
Great
Ssuper fishWe stayed for four nights over the Easter holiday in a panorama sea view room in the new tower.
First of all, the location is excellent. The pool area has a sandy beach, and compared to the Hilton next door, the water was much clearer and very pleasant. The view is absolutely beautiful. However, when the tide goes out, it turns into what feels like a “panoramic mudflat view,” so I would recommend carefully considering the timing of your stay.
On the other hand, there were several issues with the room. There is no balcony, and the windows cannot be opened. There were mosquitoes in the room, and I was bitten multiple times, which caused itching and swelling. The insect repellent device in the hallway was empty, which made me question the quality of housekeeping management. When I spoke to a female staff member at reception, I was told that only body spray repellent was available, and no further assistance was offered, so I had to purchase and install my own insect repellent.
In addition, there was a sewage-like smell coming from the bathroom. The mirror and sink were not properly cleaned and appeared dirty. The room and hallway also had a moldy smell, and due to the humidity, the bed linens felt damp. The duvet was thin and not very comfortable. As I am sensitive to smells, these issues made me feel nauseous and unwell.
Later, my husband spoke to a male staff member at reception. Although the hotel was fully booked and we were unable to change rooms, he responded with sincerity, apologized thoroughly, and instructed housekeeping to carry out a deep cleaning. When we returned from going out, the bathroom had been properly cleaned and the sewage smell was gone. The moldy smell in the room did not completely disappear, but it had been masked with deodorizer, and we were able to sleep well that night.
However, the same issues returned the following day. As it was the Easter holiday and other hotels were fully booked, we had no choice but to stay until the end of our reservation. Afterward, I checked reviews and found many similar complaints about the moldy smell, which made me regret not researching more thoroughly beforehand. I had assumed that as a five-star hotel, it would be fine.
Overall, the reception staff were kind, friendly, and professional. In particular, the male staff member who assisted us was excellent. On the other hand, I felt that the quality of housekeeping needs improvement.
In my opinion, these issues are largely due to a design flaw—specifically, the building was designed with aesthetics prioritized over functionality by the construction company and architect, resulting in rooms where windows cannot be opened despite the humid tropical climate. The older tower, which has balconies and windows that can be opened, may not have the same problems.
I would not recommend this hotel to those who are sensitive to smells, but for those who are not, it can still be a wonderful place to stay given its location and facilities.
9.0/10
Great
MM15358****A decent five-star hotel. The room was spacious and even had a balcony, perfect for enjoying the refreshing sea breeze. It's located right in the city center, making it convenient to get anywhere – Cairns itself is quite small, so you can easily walk to most places. A taxi from the airport to the hotel was around 25 AUD.
8.8/10
Very Good
JJ小米I accidentally booked this hotel and found out it was non-cancellable when I tried to cancel, so I had no choice but to stay. Overall, it was okay; the room was a bit small but quite tidy and clean. The front desk staff were very friendly. The restaurant was under renovation during our stay, so we were given vouchers to have breakfast at the hotel across the street. Clearly, for an extra AUD$80 a day, we could have stayed somewhere much better. The hotel hallways had no air conditioning and were very stuffy and hot. However, there was a free coffee machine downstairs with complimentary coffee. The swimming pool looked dirty though, and no one was using it. The location is a bit far from the Reef Terminal, about a 17-minute walk.
8.8/10
Very Good
HHennyP.My first room in building C was awful with the view of the opposite hotel. I could literally watch what other people did in their room and they could watch me as well. Also the room condition was so bad with crawling insects so I needed to upgrade the room. The upgraded room was fine with a poolside view and less bugs crawling on the wooden table. I understand there could be little creatures but just too many in the first room. Other than that, their food was delicious and staffs were kind and friendly. My kid loved playing in the pool.
8.6/10
Very Good
BBokkie TruongA comfortable, quiet apartment. Adequately equipped kitchenette and nice balcony. The service from Reception Staff was great in sorting out a few minor issues. Location is convenient for the Esplanade, trains & shopping malls.
8.3/10
Very Good
AAbelI thought it was the perfect place to stay if you want to spend a weekend enjoying the activities near the Barrier Reef. It's very quiet and centrally located. Right in front of the Esplanade. I highly recommend it.
8.3/10
Very Good
Ssolo travellerEverything about this hotel is exceptional. The only downside was the room that I was given was on the top floor and the noise from either some sort of pump or the outside unit of the air condition was so overwhelming that I couldn't sleep well all night.
8.0/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserI really like this hotel very clean very nice the hospitality is very good I really like it and they are so welcome welcome us the staff are very good they are very polite with us and very general I really love the room it was very good and big
7.9/10
Good
GGuest UserFelt likd my old boss wings was playing head games somehoe ingluencing othersnegativly towatds my life the took advantage of hotel to put me on display felt very uneasy watched anf a vety blank feeli g of what yhe actual fuk happening at same time felt ve tree u sqfe and secure. Not a bad place if you dont have what i can only logicly asaume to be menyal issues very clean
7.7/10
Good
GGuest UserThe Mantra Hotel has outstanding location. It is directly in front of the Woolworths supermarket - the best option in central Cairns. It's also virtually opposite (the esplanade side)the lagoon public beachfront swimming pool. Finally it's just a 5 minute walk from Cairns Cruise Terminal, with outstanding day trips to Green Island, Fitzroy Island and the Reef. I booked a sea view room. When you enter the room, you don't see the ocean, but a building across the road. However, the view from the balcony was amazing. The balcony overlooks the main features of lagoon on the sea front. During the day it is great view - the lagoon pools and sea in the background. At night you cannot see the sea (as to be expected) but you have the amazing lagoon lights, which makes it very desirable and even romantic. Our room was at the end of block, which overlooks a shopping mall (no car noise) - looking right from the balcony is the lagoon view and looking left is a mountain view. However, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm the sun comes directly into the balcony area, which means it unusable until sun sets. Of course if you don't mind baking in the sun on the balcony, this is not really a concern. The room itself is pretty basic. The mini fridge of OK and TV has domestic channels only - no cable TV for BBC/CNN. The bathroom is of a good size. There is combined shower & bath. However, when using the shower, it can slightly flood this bathroom. A shower curtain may be desirable because the glass panel is not sufficient enough. At $225 per night this hotel was not cheap and you can better deals by coming in the off-season OR going bit further down the esplanade, and choosing another hotel. The Mantra does have its own pool and it is wonderfully heated, with normal deck chairs you would expect at 4 star hotel. However, the pool gets very little natural sunlight, because it of its location between 2 buildings. Overall, the hotel has amazing location, and it is still recommended, despite the shortcomings mentioned. My final note: When we checked in, I was impressed with the level of service provided by the receptionist. She had a very welcome attitude and a wonderful personality.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon are the most popular?
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Little Drifter Cairns (from €28) and Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) are the most popular hotels.
What luxury hotels are near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136), Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) and Crystalbrook Bailey (from €109) are the most popular luxury hotels.
What's the average price of hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon this weekend?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Cairns Cairns Esplanade Lagoon this weekend is €126. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
What hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon offer breakfast?
A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Cairns Cairns Esplanade Lagoon with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from €109) .These hotels are very popular, so book early.
What's the average price per night of hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Cairns Cairns Esplanade Lagoon is €144. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have free Wi-Fi?
Hotel internet access is especially important for independent travelers and business travelers. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Little Drifter Cairns (from €28) and Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
Which hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have gyms?
In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) and Crystalbrook Bailey (from €109) are popular hotels with a fitness room.
Which popular hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have parking?
If you're planning a road trip to Cairns and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, consider staying at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from €109) . These are popular hotels with parking lots.
What hotels are recommended near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon?
If you're having trouble choosing a hotel, you might want to consider staying at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136),Little Drifter Cairns (from €28) and Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) . These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.
Which popular hotels near Cairns Esplanade Lagoon have pools?
Many people travel to Cairns Cairns Esplanade Lagoon for a family road trip during the summer or long holidays. Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns (from €136), Crystalbrook Flynn (from €126) and Pacific Hotel Cairns (from €109) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
Cairns Hotels near Esplanade Boardwalk Information
| Number of reviews | 5,751 |
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| Total properties | 116 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | €232 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | €239 |
| Trending hotel | Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns |
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