In the heart of Cairns, Hides Hotel Cairns offers a warm welcome with amenities like a spacious terrace and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy the convenience of concierge services, luggage storage, and tour assistance. Guests rave about the hotel's location near Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
The Wool Shed Char Grill & Saloon Bar - 1 min walk
Corea Corea - 3 min walk
Indian brothers restaurant Cairns - 2 min walk
About this property
Hides Hotel Cairns
When you stay at Hides Hotel Cairns, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby parasailing, scuba-diving and snorkelling. Also, Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
94 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (14 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1968
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12.50 for adults and AUD 6.25 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per stay
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Hides Hotel Cairns
Hides Hotel
Hides Cairns
Hotel Crocodile Hides
Hides Hotel Cairns Hotel
Hides Hotel Cairns Cairns
Hides Hotel Cairns Hotel Cairns
Frequently asked questions
Does Hides Hotel Cairns offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hides Hotel Cairns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hides Hotel Cairns?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hides Hotel Cairns?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hides Hotel Cairns?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Hides Hotel Cairns?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (7-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hides Hotel Cairns and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and scuba-diving.
What's the area around Hides Hotel Cairns like?
Hides Hotel Cairns is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 8-minute drive from Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) and 4 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Hides Hotel Cairns Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2025
I can highly recommend this Hotel first class.
Wonderful hotel,with great service and attention to detail was high,eg cleaning, towels,flowers,cooking utensils ect
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 February 2025
Woupd stay here again
The only issue was the place we stayed was very loud at early hours of the morning and the toilet was constantly dripping or running water.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 November 2024
Nice central spot
John
John, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
So close to Shopping only a stone's throw away from cafes and restaurants
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 October 2024
Great location, Close to all essential amenities
Vivek
Vivek, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 November 2024
Close to all conveniences, especially the esplanade which l thought was a real showpiece.
Andrew
Andrew, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Great location
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
So close to the centre of town and everything you want is just a short walk
William
William, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 October 2024
Convenient location in the CBD.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
The location is perfect. City center, central station, transport, aquarium, esplanade etc. All really close by.
Johan
Johan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 July 2024
Nice hotel
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
24 October 2024
Very Noisey due to windows with street noise and surrounding pubs, very dated decor, close to all things in the city, great price point
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
We loved the position of the hotel with easy walking distance to the shops, Esplanade, night and Rusty Markets etc.
Also our room was bigger and better than expected and the staff were always very obliging and helpful !!
Graeme
Graeme, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Very happy with the room we had with a central location easy to walk around. Wonderful brekky in the mornings!
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2024
Great place a mixture of old and new
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Pool area
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
The location is great and the staff friendly and helpful.
andrew
andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 September 2024
The hotel conditions fits the price!
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2024
Great affordable hotel at the heart of Cairns CBD. Will be back
John
John, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
20 November 2024
This place really needs to be closed for a month for a complete clean..the carpets were extremely dirty and looked like vomit stains..the fan in the bathroom had crap hanging out of it..
Janice
Janice, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Nice - no frills establishment in the heart of Cairns -
Including a lot of noise at night & morning - to be expected when located in the city
Jesper
Jesper, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
Price and conveniently located.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 September 2024
A walk to everything
William
William, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 August 2024
Thank you for the stay…. Hope you have a room available next time I am in town…