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BreakFree Royal Harbour

3.5 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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1 Bedroom Garden | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
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3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
BreakFree Royal Harbour is near Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Guests love the garden setting, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and entertainment area. The property offers dry cleaning, WiFi in public areas, and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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1 Bedroom Garden | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

1 Bedroom Garden

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Washing machine
Sofa bed
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Washing machine
  • 146 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 Bedroom Ocean | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

1 Bedroom Ocean

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

3 Bedroom Ocean Apartment

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi

One Bedroom Ocean

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighborhood in Cairns, BreakFree Royal Harbour is near the airport and near a boardwalk/promenade. The Cultural Place and JUTE Theatre Company are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets. Esplanade Lagoon and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. With snorkeling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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60 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 11 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Phở Street - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dairy by Mungalli Biodynamic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬5 min walk

About this property

BreakFree Royal Harbour

Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a fitness center and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Each apartment provides an LCD TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include WiFi and a furnished balcony. Weekly housekeeping is available.
BreakFree Royal Harbour offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Cairns aparthotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 30-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (AUD 15 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Crib: AUD 10 per night
  • Pool gate

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 35 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • CD player
  • Pay movies

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 30 units
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 15 per day (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

BreakFree Royal Harbour
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns
Breakfree Royal Harbour Hotel Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairn
Breakfree Royal Harbour Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel
BreakFree Royal Harbour Aparthotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does BreakFree Royal Harbour have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is BreakFree Royal Harbour pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at BreakFree Royal Harbour?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does BreakFree Royal Harbour provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AUD 15 per person applies.

Where is BreakFree Royal Harbour located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

BreakFree Royal Harbour Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 755 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

TOMOYO

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
アクセスが良く、部屋からの眺めも素敵だった。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Metta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient, close to shops, restaurants, night market and esplanade.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mieko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
住んでいるように過ごせた。洗濯機もあり 便利だった。バルコニーからの景色が最高で 椅子に座ってリラックスできた
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location is great, wifi not so great.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Enjoyed my week in Cairns

Nice studio apartment. Great place to spend a week
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffery

A bit dated but nicely presented. Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
エスプラネードラグーンプールにも近く、毎日プールで遊べます。小さい子供連れにもプールや飲食店も周りにおおく、特におすすめです。
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Evan

Liked: Amenities
When we arrived we had to clean the room, floors were dirty and sticky, wash mould off the bathroom wall tiles and ceiling and the sofa was also broken. Once we cleaned and propped up the sofa our stay was great. Best views and position on the Esplanade. Stayed for 4 weeks and would stay again.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, very clean tidy unit with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Excellent property
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
That the unit had a decent kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great hotel

Was comfy and spa was great. Will definitly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has some wear and tear, but the location is perfect. It has plenty of space, the kitchen even includes a washing machine. The round tub is a nice plus. Cleanliness was the only point I think they could improve, but other than that, I really loved my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property/unit smelled bad as soon as we entered. The Aircon smelled and did not work properly. The floors were dirty and blinds dirty. The spa bath didn't work. No fan as per listing. Will not stay again, which is a shame as good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect area to stay for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the location
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very happy with this property- would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were so helpful, great property to stay in
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved location easy walking to everything, comfortable, great staff, nice relaxing break.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and the staff are really friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wapke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was clean and comfortable. The views were amazing and the location was the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic service and great rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location is incredible. Didnt need a car, just got bus to Palm Cove. So many attractions walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

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