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Mantra Esplanade

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Cairns Esplanade

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Mantra Esplanade is the perfect spot to unwind near Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Lounge by the outdoor pool, use the barbecue grills with friends, or connect to WiFi while planning your next adventure. Guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Room Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment with City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 5

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Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Two-Bedroom Apartment Esplanade View

  • Sleeps 5

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Terrace/patio

Room (Hotel Esplanade View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom (Esplanade View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, City View (Hotel)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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32-inch TV with cable channels

Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 95 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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32-inch TV with cable channels

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Esplanade View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 95 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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32-inch TV with cable channels

Room, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 193 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Hotel Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dairy by Mungalli Biodynamic - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mantra Esplanade

Upscale hotel near Cairns Esplanade
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Mantra Esplanade. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • Barbecue grills and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 121 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 15 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 15 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

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 200.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Property is also known as

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Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Cairns Hotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Resort Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra Esplanade Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does Mantra Esplanade have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mantra Esplanade pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mantra Esplanade?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mantra Esplanade?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 40.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Mantra Esplanade located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hotel is steps from Cairns Regional Gallery and Cairns Esplanade. Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Night Markets are just steps away. Cairns Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Mantra Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1013 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very spacious and well equipped rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joe Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and the room was clean and practicle.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location couldn’t have been better
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The checkin staff were efficient, courteous. The rooms were clean. The location is excellent at tge center with lots places to eat and long walks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location - superb. Right on the Esplanade and the bonus was being there when the annual Cairns festival was in full swing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location, bit dated but comfortable and generous size for 1 bedroom unit
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MARILYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant location.

Great location close to Lagoon. Hotel a little tired but clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. The balcony and view great. And we loved the upgrade. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Only minor issue is that the pool is shaded and very cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to everything, reasonably good value for peak season. Would choose this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room overlooked the esplanade pool and Ferris wheel. Very nice. The washer dryer and milk in the fridge for morning coffee were a real bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average. No housekeeping. Fire alarm went off twice in one night for no reason but no apology or compensation from staff. Pool area is clean but locals scaled the gates and were using it. Very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to everything

Quick get away. This hotel is very central to everything. Very walkable area. Room had plenty of space. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Central location to walk to restaurants & pier along with car parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David and Carolyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very rundown and poorly maintained. The shower floor flooded each time we used the shower and the floor was also very slippery. Poor staff service - promised maintenance did not occur and promised additional linen was not delivered. Doors being opened and closed in nearby units was very loud - our doors stuck badly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitrios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location close to everything
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location where everything is a walkable distance. The staff were really friendly but the rooms are quite dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynda Marie

Disliked: Amenities
I booked a wheelchair accessible room. The room I reveived was NOT accessible and probably one of the smallest rooms in the hotel. Could not manouver in room with wheelchair or washroom. Was not able to take a ahower due to no seat or chair. Staff were indifferent when mentioned issues to them. Seems to be a long stay hotel instead so perhaps they do not like overnight guests. It was a pretty frustrating experience. If you are going to advertise your hotel on Expedia to fill your rooms you need to treat people with respect when they note their needs. This was not a respectful hotel experience. Front desk too high for person in wheelchair.
View from balcony
Pool in park out front
Ferris wheel in park out front.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Was locked out of room whilst locksmith had to be called to repair an old lock. Staff would not allow late checkout despite inconvenience during stay. Otherwise great location and easily accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all places
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Excellent location. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parminder Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and safe. Good location to visit around 🙂👍
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Samah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with super friendly and helpful front desk staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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