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Crystalbrook Riley Hotel Cairns, Cairns

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About the Hotel

131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia

Crystalbrook Riley is a five-star luxury resort located on the iconic Cairns Esplanade. Known for its commitment to sustainability, the hotel features an expansive swimming lagoon and modern amenities. Its proximity to attractions like the Great Barrier Reef enhances its appeal as a premier destination.

Location

Situated just a five-minute walk from Cairns' shopping and entertainment district, Crystalbrook Riley is easily accessible. It's close to major attractions including Cairns Aquarium and the Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and is cash-free, accepting only debit and credit cards.

Rooms

The hotel offers 311 rooms and suites, each featuring an Apple iPad control center and a 55-inch Smart TV. Deluxe rooms provide stunning views of the Coral Sea alongside luxurious amenities such as rainforest showerheads and Nespresso coffee machines. Family rooms come with two interconnecting bedrooms, spacious balconies, and multiple bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

Crystalbrook Riley presents diverse dining experiences, including Paper Crane, a modern Southeast Asian fusion restaurant. Guests can enjoy signature dishes like freshly shucked oysters and Sake glazed pork belly at Rocco, the rooftop bar. Calypso Club offers a vibrant rum bar atmosphere with a sustainable seafood focus.

Leisure & Business

Amenities include a 10764 ft² lagoon pool, a man-made beach, and the Eléme Day Spa. For business needs, the hotel provides six meeting rooms that accommodate up to 450 guests. Access to complimentary bicycles and a 24-hour fitness center is also available for leisure activities.

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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
Twin Room
Max:
3 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Pool view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Family Urban Room
Max:
6 persons
64 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed
Mountain view
Shower
Coffee machine
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King Room
Max:
3 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Pool view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Cairns2300 ft
Airports
Cairns (CNS) 3.7 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station3300 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Pool tables

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Jacuzzi
  • Full body massage
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • iPad
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
Nearby
71/73-75 Esplanade
Cairns Night Markets
1900 ft
Parks
Muddy's Playground
900 ft
Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium
1000 ft
Libraries
Cairns City Library
1900 ft
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
500 ft
Parks
Munro Martin Parklands
2500 ft
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
1700 ft
Green Arrow Walk
1200 ft
Mall
Coles Cairns Central
1800 ft
100 Abbott St
Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard
800 ft
100 Abbott St
Dive Trips
800 ft
96 Abbott St
Centre of Contemporary Arts Cairns
900 ft
Restaurants
Paper Crane by Crystalbrook
100 ft
131-141 Esplanade Ground Floor
Rocco by Crystalbrook
600 ft
L 12 The Tower
Greenfields by Crystalbrook
500 ft
131-141 Esplanade
Waterside Resaurant
700 ft
145 The Esplanade
The Vine Room Urban Provedore
600 ft
121-123 Esplanade Located at Doubletree by Hilton
The Atrium
600 ft
121-123 The Esplanade
Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant
1100 ft
6-12 Florence St Cnr Abbott St
Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
1400 ft
101 The Esplanade
Villa Romana Trattoria
1500 ft
Cnr Esplanade & Aplin St
Splash Seafood Restaurant
1300 ft
103 The Esplanade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
84%
liked the hotel and would stay again
great location
friendly staff
limited dining
room for food variety
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.4
Location
9.3
Service
7.6
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 9 reviews
8.7
8.7/10based on 2452 reviews
James
United States of America, January  2024
9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is incredible, right on the waterfront with stunning views, and close to all the main shopping areas and restaurants. The rooms were spacious and had amazing balconies with views over the water. The service was impeccable, with the receptionist going above and beyond to ensure a great holiday experience. However, the service did drop off a bit towards checkout. The dining experience was delightful, especially for vegetarians like myself. Overall, a fantastic value for money with top-notch facilities.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and had amazing balconies with views over the water.
Service
9.0
The service was impeccable, with the receptionist rushing out to help us with our bags and check-in process.
Location
10.0
The location is unbeatable, right on the waterfront with stunning views and close to all the main shopping areas and restaurants.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially for vegetarians.
Facilities
9.0
Top-notch facilities that added to the overall fantastic experience.
Gary
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.6/10

I stayed at this hotel located right on the Esplanade with a beautiful view overlooking the water. The rooms were spacious and had a double large basin, adding a touch of luxury. However, the service was inconsistent, initially great but then disappeared. The location was extremely convenient, set in the gardens and just a short walk from the main strip. The dining experience was included and offered wonderful views, but the price seemed a bit high for the overall value provided.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and had a lovely view over the Esplanade.
Service
7.0
The service was great initially but then disappeared, with inconsistency in attention.
Location
9.0
The location is extremely convenient, set in the gardens and just a short way from the main strip.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience included wonderful views, but the overall price may not fully align with the value provided.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but nothing exceptional stood out.
Jeremiah
United States of America, January  2024
8.2/10

The hotel offers rooms with a fantastic view of the Esplanade and good service, although some improvement in staff hospitality could make the experience even better. The location is conveniently near the Esplanade with dining options for vegetarians available. The facilities provide all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms with two double beds and a balcony with a fantastic view of the Esplanade were clean and comfortable.
Service
7.0
The service provided great customer service, though some staff members could benefit from showing more personal engagement.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the Esplanade, making it easy to access restaurants and cafes in the area.
Dining
8.0
Dining options included meals for vegetarians, ensuring a variety of choices with fresh ingredients.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided everything needed for a comfortable stay, including room service and tours/ticket assistance.
Martin
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is perfectly situated just a short stroll from the marina, making it convenient for exploring the surrounding area. I enjoyed the water views from my room, but the balcony was a bit small. The separate bedroom provided added privacy and comfort. Despite the great location, the price was a bit steep for what was offered.

Rooms
8.0
I loved the water views from my room, and having a separate bedroom was a nice touch. The balcony was a bit small though.
Service
6.0
The staff were friendly when present, but unfortunately, there were times when the service seemed lacking or impersonal. They could work on showing more of their own personalities.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near the marina was convenient for exploring the area. It was within easy reach of various restaurants and shops.
Dining
7.0
While the food offered was good, the dining experience was not exceptional. The prices were a bit high for what was provided.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were adequate, but nothing extraordinary. It would have been nice to see some additional amenities for the price paid.
David
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, close to the beach and restaurants. The rooms were clean and comfy, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and had a fantastic panoramic view from the balcony.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with the receptionist going out of their way to assist with our bags and check-in process.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is superb, with easy access to the main shopping area, restaurants, and right along the Esplanade.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, with a good selection of assorted fruits and tasty coffee.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, especially the beautiful gardens and convenient proximity to the marina for tours.
Laura
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.6/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location! The hotel is right on the Cairns waterfront, within easy walking distance to the CBD and restaurants. The rooms were clean and comfortable with a king-size bed, and the service was top-notch with excellent customer service. However, the dining experience lacked variety in food options. The facilities were well-equipped and served my needs well. Overall, a great place to stay with some minor room for improvement.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with a king-size bed.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent with attentive and friendly staff.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location right on the Cairns waterfront is superb, offering stunning water views and easy access to the main strip and shopping locations.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience could be improved with more food variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
great location
limited dining
Georgina
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location was amazing, right by the Esplanade and with easy access to great restaurants. The rooms were top-notch, with stunning sea views and overlooking the Esplanade. The level of relaxation I experienced while savoring the beautiful sights was incomparable. The only downside was the intermittent service, but that didn't overshadow the overall fantastic experience.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were beautifully appointed, offering breathtaking views of the Esplanade and the sea.
Service
8.0
While the initial service at check-out was lacking, the rest of the staff provided exceptional customer service throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is unbeatable, situated along the Esplanade and just a short distance from the main strip, making it convenient for exploring Cairns.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially enjoying breakfast with avocado toast while taking in the wonderful views.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers excellent facilities, including a tropical garden area and a delightful dining venue.
Stunning sea views
Intermittent service
Joseph
United States of America, September  2023
8.0/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location with the hotel being right on the Esplanade within walking distance to Cairns central shopping. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the service was a bit inconsistent. The dining options were satisfactory, and the facilities offered were decent for the price.

Rooms
9.0
I loved my room with the balcony; it was excellent! The king bed was very comfortable, and the modern bathroom was a nice touch.
Service
7.0
The staff were helpful and tried their best to ensure we enjoyed our stay, although at times, they seemed a bit robotic. It would be nice to see more of their personalities shine through.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was superb, situated right on the Esplanade, surrounded by a pleasant tropical garden and close to restaurants, shops, and boat trips to the Reef.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with options for vegetarians, but it could be improved with more variety and flavor in the dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the basic facilities one would need for a comfortable stay, and the landscaped garden added a nice touch to the overall ambiance.
Barry
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms offered beautiful balconies with water views as requested, but some towels in the bathroom were dirty. The air-conditioning unit on the ceiling operated well. However, I found the service to be inconsistent, excellent at check-in and poor at check-out. The location was extremely convenient, set in the gardens and close to Cairns eateries, but the dining options with avocado all over the toast were not to my liking.

Rooms
8.0
I loved the water views from my room's balcony and the high-level position. However, the presence of dirty towels in the bathroom was disappointing.
Service
6.0
The receptionist was attentive during check-in, but service disappeared at check-out. It could be improved.
Location
9.0
The hotel has an unbeatable location in the gardens, close to many eateries in Cairns. It is very convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was not ideal for me. The avocado all over the toast was a miss. However, the Mediterranean dishes were enjoyable.
Facilities
The facilities were decent overall, although some aspects could be improved for a better experience.
water views
dirty towels
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