Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges hotel building surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
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Wake up to stunning views of the water, city and impressive tropical mountains.

Breathtaking Coral Sea, mountain and city views, lush tropical vegetation and direct access to the Cairns Esplanade and boardwalk strip— These are just a few of the idyllic things you will experience when you stay at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.  

Nestled into beautifully landscaped gardens and facing the Coral Sea, this resort offers a true Tropical North Queensland experience as well as three swimming pools for you to make a splash, two tennis courts to practice that backhand and a complete fitness centre so you can stay on top of your routine. Rooms are bright and contemporary with their own private balconies for you to bask in the sunshine. Stay in a specially designed family room, with separate high-tech kids’ zones, so everyone can have fun and unwind. 

The resort offers ultimate convenience to all the main attractions of this area. Explore the beauty of Cairns by taking a helicopter tour, snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, experiencing the Kuranda Scenic Railway, hopping aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, feasting on fresh local seafood, dipping into the Cairns lagoon, or soaking under a serene waterfall. This beautiful part of the world really accentuates nature’s greatest gifts. 

Please Note: The main lagoon pool at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is temporarily unavailable while unforeseen repairs are undertaken to sections of the surrounding pool deck. The resort’s two additional swimming pools remain open and available for guests to enjoy.

The initial section of works is expected to be completed by 18 December 2026, with further enhancement works scheduled progressively from 11 January to the end of March 2027. These works will be carefully managed to minimise noise and disruption to guests.


Room Types

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Mountain View Room Two Doubles

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Mountain View Room Queen

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Ocean View Room Two Doubles

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Ocean View Twin Room

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Ocean View Room Queen

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Ocean View Room - Double Double

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Executive Twin Room

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Executive Ocean View Twin Room

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Family Room