Set amidst lush gardens, Mercure Cairns offers a tranquil retreat near Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina. Enjoy local cuisine at The Stanley restaurant, unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, or stay connected with in-room WiFi and business center; previous guests praise the helpful staff.
Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cairns Night Markets - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 10 min drive
Freshwater Station - 11 min drive
Cairns Station - 13 min walk
Redlynch Station - 15 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Atrium - 3 min walk
Villa Romana - 6 min walk
Moku Bar + Grill - 2 min walk
La Pizza - 7 min walk
Paper Crane - 6 min walk
About this property
Mercure Cairns
Located just 3.7 mi (6 km) from the airport, Mercure Cairns offers a shuttle (available on request). Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby scuba diving. Also, Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
75 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
DONE
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 3:30 AM to 11:30 PM*
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Locally sourced food is prioritized
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
Uses some LED lighting
Comprehensive food waste policy
Waste recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Uses some LED lighting
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the NABERS Energy and NABERS Water, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 15 per person (one-way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.1 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 30 per day
Airport shuttle service for children costs AUD 15 (one-way)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Also known as
Cairns ibis Styles
ibis Styles Cairns
ibis Styles Hotel Cairns
All Seasons Cairns
ibis Styles Cairns Hotel
ibis Styles Cairns
Mercure Cairns Hotel
Mercure Cairns Cairns
Mercure Cairns Hotel Cairns
Frequently asked questions
Does Mercure Cairns offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mercure Cairns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Mercure Cairns?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Mercure Cairns?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mercure Cairns?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Mercure Cairns.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Mercure Cairns?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 3:30 AM to 11:30 PM on request. The charge is AUD 15 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Cairns?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Mercure Cairns?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (14-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Mercure Cairns and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Mercure Cairns like?
Mercure Cairns is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 15 minutes' walk from Reef Fleet Terminal.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Mercure Cairns Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
8.2
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
8.2
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Bed
Restaurant
Location
Breakfast
Family friendly
Parking
Clean room
Lobby
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Great hotel, with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Good location and very nice rooms with loads of space and great bathrooms with fantastic showers!
Leigh
Leigh, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Pleasant stay with excellent freshly cooked breakfast. Highly recommended!
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 5, 2026
Bar and restaurant was closed WiFi awful but hotel is clean and a good location not to far of a walk to the night markets and the lagoon
Chloe
Chloe, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Great welcome at reception. Very helpful and friendly.
Room was clean and bed was very comfy.
Good selection of drinks available.
Restaurant closed for refurb but plenty of food options nearby
Evan is a fantastic host and I look forward to returning to Mercure very soon.
Cheers
Geraint
Geraint
Geraint, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 16, 2025
Great stop over for a few days in cairns. Really good central location
Aysha
Aysha, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2025
My son concerns-Wifi/internet issues.(slow)
Otherwise affordable and friendly/helpful staff.
Definitely coming back 👍
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Clean, convenient, friendly
Erin
Erin, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 28, 2025
The restaurant is under renovation, disappointing to
Not have access to food / drinks around the pool. But staff were friendly and hotel in a good area close to everything.
Brooke
Brooke, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2023
Close to esplanade with all the eateries which was so handy for the one night
lynette
lynette, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2023
Great location close to nightlife
Comfortable stay in heart of Cairns CBD. Just a walk to the pubs and restaurants.
Kane
Kane, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 24, 2024
Good location. Walking distance to the Esplanade
GEORGIA
GEORGIA, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
We had an awesome stay. Staff were very friendly and room was very clean and comfortable. My only negative would be we booked 2 rooms both for 2 adults and 1 child, and only had 2 bath towels in each room. Otherwise it was a great stay. We will definitely be back.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 21, 2023
Quiet and clean space
Veronika
Veronika, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2024
Great family room with everything we needed.
Close to town
The lift was a little scary and may need some work
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2023
The Mercure is well positioned, only a short walk to the Esplanade and the train station for our trip to Kuranda. The staff were lovely, we had dinner 2 nights, having the specials available on those nights which we enjoyed. We also had breakfast 3 mornings which we also enjoyed. The meals/pool area was a great place to relax. Overall we were very happy with our stay and would stay again when next visiting Cairns.
Damian
Damian, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Mar 30, 2025
Overall it is a great hotel. Love the large sized family room. Wifi connection on TV’s didn’t work. Unable to access Netflix’s etc in room.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 1, 2025
Clean and contemporary however. Lovely family room with adjoining bedrooms and a kitchen. Great shower. We chose it as we wanted to turn up and eat there prior to an early flight next day snd restaurant was being renovated and we had to walk out of the hotel grounds to get to the pool. Advance warning would have been nice.
Molly
Molly, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2024
If you’re in Cairns it’s not for staying in the hotel. Staff was very accommodating. Rooms are smallish but clean. AC worked.
Razab
Razab, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 24, 2023
Dated, noisy but convenient location for the aquarium and night markets. I personally won't stay here again as there are plenty of other options for a cheaper price
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
Cleanliness n tudy
TITOM
TITOM, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2024
We checkin at 2pm, room still not available. Family room is big and nice. Swimming pool is a little small.
Min Min
Min Min, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2024
We had a 3 day stay. The property is close to the night market, restaurants, church and mosque. It is fairly nice. Lots of space, closet space, kitchen sink and utensils. The staff is super nice and friendly.11q It does need an upgrade. The balcony had an old patio set. The beds are really old. There were a lot of bugs, ants and spiders in the room.
The room did not get serviced. We left a "refresh our room" door tag, but the room did not get any service. We came back to a room with unmade beds and messy floor. As a result the number of bugs and spiders increased and also came into our suitcases. Free parking on street is limited. Hotel parking is paid
Syed Aamir
Syed Aamir, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Staff were very helpful, and perfect location
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2026
Beautiful old school hotel. Close to everything.
Nice breakfast, good facilities. Rooms were fantastic for families and very well equipped with lots of extras. Balcony, 2 fridges, coffee machine, microwave.
Check in was quick and easy - room was ready early. Staff very friendly. Parking was easy and free.
Cannot fault this hotel and would stay again if going back to Cairns.