Name: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Brand: My Queensland
SKU: 8251
Availability: InStock

Package Open All

5 Nights in a Guaranteed Upgraded Ocean View Room 2 Doubles
Sleeps Four Adults or Two Adults & Two Children (12 years of age and under)
Complete with private balcony overlooking the Coral Sea and The Esplanade, these spacious and modern 32sqm rooms are the ideal place relax in front of the incredible sparkling ocean and let your cares float away on the tropical, balmy breeze! Features include two plush double beds, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, access to 24-hour room service and more! Bedding consists of two double beds.

BONUS Guaranteed Room Upgrade
Everyone loves an upgrade, and this one is on us. Enjoy a guaranteed upgrade from a Garden View Room 2 Doubles to an Ocean View Room 2 Doubles.

ADD Exclusive Virgin Australia Fares PLUS First Kid Flies FREE^{^}
Ask our Queensland Experts about adding flights with Virgin Australia to your holiday package – exclusive fares^{^} are available for the whole family during our Festival of Free!

Buffet Breakfast Daily
Start your mornings the right way, with delicious buffet breakfast foods.

KIDS BONUS Kids Stay Free
Take the family! Children 12 years and younger can stay free of charge when sharing the same room as their parents, using existing bedding.

BONUS Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise*
Make the most of your time in Cairns with this once in a lifetime experience! Spend a full day at the Great Barrier Reef and have a magical time coral viewing and enjoy a delicious hot and cold tropical buffet lunch.

KIDS BONUS Kids Cruise FREE^{^}Choose this exclusive package and unlock a heap of extras for the kids! Kids cruise FREE ages 14 years and under* with every paying adult on a Great Adventures cruise.

BONUS Cairns Aquarium General Admission*
Enjoy all day admission to Cairns newest attraction! See the animals and habitats endemic to Tropical North Queensland and learn about the importance of the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Ecosystem talks, animal presentations, live diver feeds and marine and reptile touch’n’talk shows are all available daily. See Australia’s only 10m Deep Reef Tank, 360 degree Oceanarium, 20m underwater tunnel, mangrove boardwalk and the giant River Monsters exhibit. Get up close to freshwater fish, pythons, emerald tree monitors, crocodiles, colourful reef fish and huge sharks and rays!

BONUS Four Drink Vouchers
Sip and slip into holiday mode with four complimentary drink vouchers per stay to help you relax.

BONUS Guaranteed Late Checkout of 1pm
Hang on to that holiday feeling and take your time on your last day. Enjoy a late checkout of 1pm so you can stay relaxed the whole way home.

BONUS Privileges Dining Card
Enjoy exclusive and rewarding dining experiences at several popular restaurants and cafes with the limited-edition, award-winning Privileges Dining Card. Offering up to 25% (or more) off your bill for you and your accompanying guests, the Privileges Dining Card increases your spending power at participating venues.

BONUS My Queensland Experience Pass
Your holiday includes a My Queensland Experience Pass, offering an exclusive 10% off popular tours, attractions and activities.

Complimentary Parking
Rest assured that there will always be a place for your car throughout the duration of your holiday.

Complimentary Wifi
Stay connected throughout your stay, with complimentary in-room wifi.

Important Info Open All

Valid for travel: 18 May – 12 June 2025; 16 – 30 June 2025; 12 October – 30 December 2025; 01 January – 31 March 2026
Add from $200 per person for travel: 01 July – 11 October 2025

Blockout dates: 13 – 15 June 2025; 31 December 2025

Subject to availability. Other surcharges & block out dates may apply during peak travel periods.

*Airfares are not included.

*Great Adventures Outer Reef Cruise PLUS Kids Cruise FREE
The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise to our multi-level reef activity platform. Situated on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, our spacious platform features undercover seating and tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers, sundeck, and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform.

Includes:
Morning & afternoon teas, 3 hours at Outer Barrier Reef platform, snorkelling equipment, hot & cold buffet lunch, eco reef talk, semi-submersible coral viewing, underwater observatory.
Maximum of one child aged 0 – 14 years free with one paying adult. Additional children will incur applicable fees.

*Cairns Aquarium – General Admission Pass
Enjoy all day admission to Cairns newest attraction! See the animals and habitats endemic to Tropical North Queensland and learn about the importance of the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Ecosystem talks, animal presentations, live diver feeds and marine and reptile touch n talk shows are all available daily. See Australia’s only 10m Deep Reef Tank, 360 degree Oceanarium, 20m underwater tunnel, mangrove boardwalk and the giant River Monsters exhibit. Get up close to freshwater fish, pythons, emerald tree monitors, crocodiles, colourful reef fish and huge sharks and rays! Cairns Aquarium where your Great Barrier Reef journey begins.

*Child Policy
Up to two kids 0-12 years of age stay free when using existing bedding.

^Festival of Free
Sale ends 11.59pm AEST Friday 20 June 2025, unless sold out prior. One child (0-12 years) per twin share booking can fly free and includes return flights with Virgin Australia, 23kg checked luggage. Exclusive discounted fares available for remaining customers on same booking and will be advised at time of quote. Selected packages, flights, destinations and travel dates apply and are subject to terms and conditions found at Virgin Australia. Valid for new quotes only and is subject to our general terms and conditions found at MyQueensland.com.au. Kids Bonuses are subject to availability and conditions of the resort and tour supplier. All free bonus inclusions are non-transferrable, non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Pricing
All prices are per person twin share unless otherwise stated, are in Australian dollars, are correct at the time of publication & are subject to change without notice. Flights are not included unless otherwise stated & if included, are economy class unless otherwise stated. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable.

Cancellation Charges
Please note, cancelled bookings will incur charges. Our travel service providers are entitled to impose cancellation charges, which can be up to 100% of the amount paid to them for the relevant service, regardless of whether travel has commenced. If any refunds are received from travel service providers, they will be passed on to you, less a minimum cancellation fee. Please refer to the Cancellation Policy on general terms & conditions.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. Ask your My Queensland Expert about our great value coverage options.

General Terms & Conditions
In addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined above, upon purchase, this package is subject to general terms & conditions.