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About the Hotel

85 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Crystalbrook Flynn is located in Cairns, Australia, at the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. This lively hotel features three levels of vibrant bars and eateries, including the Italian-themed Flynn's Italian and the chic Whiskey and Wine. Unique in its design, the hotel boasts glass swimming pools and luxurious accommodations overlooking the Coral Sea.

Location

Situated just a kilometer from Cairns Central, the hotel provides easy access to major attractions, including the Cairns Aquarium and the Esplanade boardwalk. Guests can explore the surrounding area using eco-friendly transport options, including bicycle hires. Additionally, the proximity to the Great Barrier Reef makes it an ideal base for marine exploration.

Rooms

Crystalbrook Flynn offers 311 luxury rooms and suites, each designed for comfort and relaxation. Rooms have spacious balconies and modern amenities, including rainforest showers and stylish decor. Guests can enjoy views of either the city or the Coral Sea from their accommodations.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's dining venues focus on local culture and flavors, offering a range of options from gourmet pub classics to sophisticated Italian dishes. Boardwalk Social serves up casual meals with live music, while Flynn's Italian features a carefully curated menu paying homage to Italian culinary traditions. Whiskey and Wine offers a selection of award-winning cocktails and a broad range of wines and whiskeys.

Leisure & Business

Amenities at Crystalbrook Flynn include stunning glass swimming pools, a luxurious Eléme day spa, and versatile meeting spaces for corporate events. The vibrant atmosphere invites socializing, with live music and performances enhancing the guest experience. The fitness center and relaxing spa services cater to leisure and wellness needs.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Suite Sea View

Max:

2 persons

78 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Two-Bedroom Suite

Max:

2 persons

78 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Suite City View

Max:

2 persons

51 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Cairns700 m

Airports

Cairns (CNS) 6.4 km

Train

Cairns Central Station800 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfy Bed Bliss

“The bed in my room was incredibly comfortable, making it easy to drift off to sleep each night.” view full review

Secure Parking

“The secure carpark offered peace of mind, and the parking spaces were surprisingly spacious and easy to navigate.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was a highlight, with a diverse selection of high-quality dishes that suited all tastes.” view full review

Stylish Ambiance

“The hotel's modern style was truly impressive, and my room featured lovely decor that added to the overall experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Live entertainment
Spa & wellness centre
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

85 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Map view

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85 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870

City landmarks

71/73-75 Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

620 m

Market

Rusty's Markets

620 m

Green Island

620 m

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

620 m

Museum

The Cairns Museum

620 m

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

620 m

Library

Cairns City Library

620 m

Park

Muddy's Playground

1.2 km

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

1.2 km

1 Spence St

Cairns Marlin Marina

620 m

Great Barrier Reef

Michaelmas Cay

620 m

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

1.2 km

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

1.2 km

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

1.8 km

Wooroonooran Bartle Frere

Josephine Falls

1.8 km

Nearby

52-54 The Esplanade

Cairns Cenotaph

350 m

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

10 m

The Esplanade

1876 Landing Party

500 m

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

260 m

Gallery

Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns

320 m

Gallery

KickArts Contemporary Arts

300 m

Shop 4

Underart Gallery

410 m

1/47 Shields St

Bones and Jones

520 m

58 Lake St Suite 3-4

Foot and Body Massage

370 m

Shopping Area

T Galleria by DFS

400 m

Shopping Area

Orchid Plaza

370 m

Zoo

ZOO To You HQ Wildlife Discovery Centre

620 m

Green Arrow Walk

1.2 km

85-87 The Esplanade

Gareth Kelly Gallery

10 m

151 Abbott Street Corner of Aplin Street

Flying Foxes

620 m

Restaurants

Villa Romana Trattoria

70 m

Cnr Esplanade & Aplin St

Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant

100 m

101 The Esplanade

Grill'd Cairns

50 m

77 Esplanade

Cafe Thailand

100 m

Shop 7 93 the Esplanade entrance in Aplin St

iyara by Sakare Thai cuisine

20 m

L 1 91 The Esplanade

Bavarian Beerhouse

300 m

1-77 Esplanade

The Courtyard

20 m

91 Esplanade

Rock Cafe

90 m

91 Esplanade

Rattle N Hum

120 m

67 Esplanade

Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook

340 m

Ground floor 85 Esplanade Flynn

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Comfortable rooms

Ordinary breakfast

Located in council car park

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.4

Service

8.6

Dining

6.6

Julian

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers large rooms with good views and modern amenities, although they were a bit too cold for my liking. The service was exceptional, with helpful and friendly staff, but there were some instances of arrogance. The location is excellent, clean, and modern, with fabulous views over the bay. The dining options were good but not exceptional, with high prices. Overall, the facilities were well-thought-out and convenient.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large, nicely appointed, and had good views, but a bit too cold for me.

Service

9.0

The service was lovely with very helpful and friendly staff.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent, clean, modern, and offers fabulous views over the bay.

Dining

7.0

The dining was good but not exceptional, with high prices.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-thought-out and convenient.

Robert

United States, December 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers amazing rooms with a beautiful view and a very comfortable overall stay. However, the lobby lacks cozy seating, giving a cold feeling.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are amazing with beautiful views.

Service

10.0

The staff is incredibly welcoming, friendly, and accommodating, going out of their way to ensure a nice stay. The bed was exceptionally comfortable.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, right in the center of the city with easy access to various attractions and two main streets.

Dining

7.0

The dining options are a bit limited, and having a barista coffee would be preferable. Price may be on the higher side.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers nice facilities with everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Horace

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

The hotel has a great location near holiday attractions like the aquarium, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, and helicopter scenic flights. The rooms are well-equipped with a great shower and comfortable bed, although they could benefit from more natural light during cleaning. The service is excellent with efficient room service, dry cleaning, and housekeeping, though they could do with more staff. The location is fantastic for exploring nearby spots and relaxing on comfy couches with a beautiful view. However, the breakfast was very ordinary and the hotel is situated in a council car park.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are comfortable and well-equipped.

Service

7.0

The service was excellent, but more staff would be beneficial.

Location

9.0

The location is great for exploring nearby attractions.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast options could be improved with earlier availability.

Facilities

7.0

Limited comments on facilities.

Great location

Ordinary breakfast

Adam

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.4/10

The hotel room was small with no balcony but had a disability access, it felt stuffy despite air-conditioning, yet the bed was amazing and comfy. The service was friendly, always anticipating needs, although the staff seemed inflexible. The location was outstanding, close to the city center with a great view. The dining experience was average with limited choices. Overall, a mixed experience.

Rooms

7.0

The room, despite being small, had disability access and a very comfortable bed.

Service

8.0

The friendly staff were always ready to help, though some seemed rigid in their approach.

Location

9.0

The hotel's proximity to the city center offered a great view and outstanding accessibility.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, but the experience was average overall.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had standard facilities, suitable for a comfortable stay.

Conrad

United States, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were large and very modern, offering excellent views. The service was top-notch, with staff going out of their way to ensure a pleasant experience. The location was amazing, right in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore. The dining options were great, although the breakfast was a bit ordinary. Overall, a fantastic hotel with a few minor areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were large and very modern with excellent views, but could use more items like plates and cutlery for convenience.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the staff were friendly and accommodating, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location was magnificent, right in the center of the city and walking distance to everything, including the famous night market.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with plenty of options, but breakfast could be improved with more choices.