LOCATION &
GETTING HERE
Time to explore? Cairns Harbourside Hotel is the best place to stay for accommodation near popular tourist attractions and with easy access to all transportation options, conveniently located on the Esplanade. One of the closest hotels to Cairns airport with many places of interest within a short walking distance or just a few minutes drive from our hotel, you’re well-placed to visit the best things to see, do and eat around the city and beyond.
PARKING
Complimentary on-site parking is available to hotel guests and visitors, subject to availability, with easy access from our Lake Street entrance. There is also plenty of street parking nearby.
From the airport
Cairns Harbourside Hotel is located just 8 minutes from Cairns International Airport. Head west toward Mick Borzi Dr, exit the roundabout onto Airport Ave and turn left onto Lake St. Cairns Harbourside Hotel’s front lobby entrance is on Lake St between McKenzie and Charles Streets.
From the train station
Cairns Harbourside Hotel is an eight-minute drive from Cairns Central Railway Station. Jump in an Uber or taxi, or hop on a bus, which will take you to the Cairns Esplanade, where the hotel is located.
WHAT’S NEARBY
Apex Park (250m) - 4 minute walk
Cairns Hospital (350m) - 1 minute drive, 5 minute walk
Cairns Esplanade Fun Ship Playground (850m) - 12 minute walk
Cairns Private Hospital (950m) - 3 minutes drive, 13 minute walk
Cairns Aquarium (1.5km) - 4 minute drive, 20 minute walk
Muddy’s Playground (1.4km) - 4 minute drive, 20 minute walk
Cairns Performing Arts Centre (1.7km) - 5 minute drive
Cairns Night Markets (2km) - 5 minute drive
Cairns Museum (2km) - 5 minute drive
Rusty’s Markets (2.2km) - 6 minute drive
Cairns Central (2.3km) - 6 minute drive
Cairns Botanic Gardens (2.7km) - 6 minute drive
Cairns Convention Centre (2.7km) - 7 minute drive
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon (2.7km) - 9 minute drive
Reef Fleet Terminal (2.9km) - 9 minute drive
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