9/93 The Esplanade (50 metres up Aplin street From Esplanade-Aplin corner
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Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
72%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean
friendly staff
wear and tear
limited dining options
7.2/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
7.8
Service
8.0
Dining
6.9
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 11 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 3593 reviews
Ryan
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.6/10
Staying at this hotel was a real treat! The room I had, which overlooked the pool, was a nice surprise since I only paid for a double room. This feature was especially convenient as it was my start and finish hotel on a tour. The service, from the front desk assistance on a busy Saturday night to the General Manager who helped me secure an extra night last minute, was top-notch. The location is just perfect, walking distance to everything and with a lovely old-fashioned charm.
Rooms
9.0
The room overlooking the pool was a great touch. Clean & comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff, including the hard-to-understand General Manager, went above and beyond to assist me during my delayed travel dates. Clean & comfortable room.
Location
10.0
The location is spot on, close to everything and with a charming old-fashioned feel.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
9.0
The BBQ area and amenities were enjoyable, adding to a great stay.
Herbert
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.2/10
The hotel rooms were clean and comfy, but showing signs of wear and tear. The service was excellent, especially in the evenings. The location is convenient to central Cairns and within walking distance to the main town area. The dining options were so-so, with room for improvement. Overall, a decent stay with some room for enhancement.
Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was clean and comfortable, but it did show some signs of wear and tear, particularly the bathroom needing maintenance.
Service
8.0
The service, especially in the evenings, was very good. The staff were kind, courteous, and patient.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is convenient to central Cairns and within walking distance to the main town area. A good base for exploring Cairns.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, with room for improvement in offering more variety, especially in fruits.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were basic with no standout amenities, but they met basic needs for a comfortable stay.
clean
wear and tear
Emily
United States,
November
2023
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms, while basic and showing signs of wear and tear, were clean and had all the necessary amenities. The service was excellent, with friendly and accommodating staff. The location was convenient for exploring Cairns center and the seafront, although the surroundings had an old-fashioned feel. The dining experience was good, especially the scrambled eggs, but the noise during breakfast was a bit disturbing. The facilities were satisfactory, with a well-maintained pool.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, overlooking the pool, were fairly basic but clean, although they could use some maintenance and upgrades.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, accommodating, and helpful, making for a pleasant stay.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location allowed easy access to Cairns center and the seafront, although the overall feel was old-fashioned.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, particularly the scrambled eggs, but the noise during breakfast was a drawback.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were sufficient, with a well-maintained pool for relaxation.
Paula
United Kingdom,
October
2023
6.8/10
The hotel had clean, comfortable rooms with balconies to enjoy the Cairns climate, but lacked a warm and welcoming atmosphere upon entering. The staff provided friendly service, including accommodating a late-night check-in, although it was slightly inadequate. The location was convenient, within walking distance of the Esplanade and other attractions, with a good price considering included breakfast. The dining experience offered a good variety of food but could have had better quality. Overall, a decent option with friendly staff and convenient location.
Rooms
8.0
The room on the ground floor was spotlessly clean and provided everything needed for our 2-night stay.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, even acknowledging our anniversary.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was okay, with easy access to the Esplanade, ferry docks, and restaurants, although the rooms had issues with insects despite efforts to address it.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a good variety of hot and cold food, with an early breakfast option at a reasonable price.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had nice palms and seats around, but it lacked some warmth and welcoming touch.
Cleanliness
Insect issues
William
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.6/10
The Coral Inn was a perfect pick for me with its spacious and well-equipped rooms that provided a calm oasis near the inner pool. The friendly and accommodating service added to the overall positive experience. The central location within walking distance of various venues and attractions was a big plus, although a slightly intimidating route back along Grafton St The dining options were good but a bit timed for early risers, and the facilities were convenient and well-maintained.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were big, comfortable, and had plenty of amenities, making my stay very enjoyable and relaxing at night.
Service
9.0
The staff were extremely friendly and went out of their way to ensure I had everything I needed, including extra items like pool towels and cutlery.
Location
8.0
The hotel's central location made it easy to walk to various attractions, although the route back along Grafton St could be a bit intimidating compared to the Esplanade.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good overall, with a well-laid-out selection that catered to different tastes, although the timing wasn't ideal for early starts.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at Coral Inn were convenient and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort and enjoyment of my stay.
comfortable rooms
timing of dining
Pamela
United States,
October
2023
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room had a strange smell from cleaning products and cigarette smoke residue, but I appreciated the balcony view despite the limited space. The staff were friendly and offered a discount, which was a nice gesture. The location was convenient but slightly distant from restaurants. Overall, it was an okay experience with some quirks.
Rooms
6.0
Despite the room reeking of cleaning product and cigarette smell, I found it acceptable during my 4-day stay.
Service
8.0
The staff were very apologetic and accommodating, offering a discount and even a complimentary bottle of wine.
Location
7.0
The hotel was in a good spot, although slightly far from restaurants.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
Overall, the facilities were sufficient for my needs during the stay.
Rebecca
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offers a wide array of amenities, but some maintenance is needed in the rooms. The service is outstanding, with a very friendly and helpful staff. Its location is excellent for exploring the town, though it may be a bit dark at night. The dining options are great and varied, with slightly higher prices. The facilities are well-maintained and enjoyable for guests.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had all the amenities you could want but needed a little maintenance.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and always ready to assist.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located close to many attractions but may feel dark at night.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great with a buffet offering plenty of choices.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are well-maintained and enjoyable for guests.
Charles
United Kingdom,
August
2023
5.6/10
The hotel had both good and not-so-great points. The location was excellent for our needs, with clean and comfortable rooms. However, there were some issues with noise at times and the lack of an elevator was inconvenient.
Rooms
5.0
My room was at the back and needed some re-painting. It was a standard room with a strong smell of mothballs.
Service
7.0
The staff were helpful and very friendly. There was one girl, with darker skin and hair, who was especially helpful. However, the service in the dining area was lacking as they were not able to accommodate some requests.
Location
8.0
The hotel was in a great, very central location, within walking distance to the esplanade. However, it could get noisy at times despite being a convenient location.
Dining
5.0
The smoked guinea fowl dish was overpriced, but the staff recommendation was appreciated.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacked an elevator, making it difficult to move luggage. Some renovations, like re-painting and addressing the mothball odor, would greatly improve the room experience.
Lee
United States,
April
2023
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was lovely. The rooms were exceptionally clean and extremely comfortable, making for a pleasant experience overall. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about tours and the local area, adding to the positive atmosphere of the stay.
Rooms
8.0
I found the rooms to be exceptionally clean and extremely comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about tours and the local area.
Location
7.0
The location was good, only a couple blocks away from the Esplanade, making it convenient to walk to the lagoon and center of Cairns.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was great value for money, but the noise during breakfast was quite disturbing.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel has a distinctly old-fashioned feel that could benefit from a makeover.
Brian
United Kingdom,
April
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of popular attractions like the night market and the esplanade Lagoon. The staff are friendly, with some service mishaps. The dining options are decent, and the location provides easy access to key spots in the area.
Rooms
7.0
The suite at the front of the building had a funny layout where you had to pass through the big bedroom to get to the bathroom, potentially causing disruptions for others sleeping.
Service
6.0
The staff members were friendly and helpful, although there were instances where service quality could have been better.
Location
8.0
The hotel's central location is quite convenient, being only a short walk away from major attractions like the esplanade Lagoon and the night market.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is satisfactory, offering decent options to enjoy, especially by the pool.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are decent, with opportunities for guests to relax and enjoy meals by the pool.
central location
room layout
Alexander
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.0/10
The hotel offers functional and very clean rooms, equipped with coffee and tea making facilities and hairdryer. While the cleanliness was top-notch, our room was not cleaned the next day. The service was friendly and very efficient, with helpful staff willing to advise on the best places to eat. The location is excellent, being close to the Esplanade and within walking distance to the city center. The dining experience was decent, with great value for money, but could improve in terms of the quality of food served. Overall, the hotel provides a pleasant stay with some room for enhancement.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were functional and very clean.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and very efficient.
Location
8.0
The location was good, only a couple of blocks away from the Esplanade.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was decent, providing great value for money.
Facilities
The facilities were sufficient and well-maintained.
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