Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Cairns Esplanade - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 16 min drive
Cairns Station - 5 min drive
Freshwater Station - 14 min drive
Redlynch Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Cairns Australian Football League Social Club - 9 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 9 min walk
Hopscotch Cairns - 12 min walk
KFC - 12 min walk
Sushi Train - 9 min walk
About this property
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Graziers Steakhouse, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
29 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Free on-site self-parking
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to LGBTQ guests
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Playground
Children's menu
What to do
Pool table
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (1076 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Facilities
ATM/banking
Terrace
Arcade/games room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Graziers Steakhouse – This steakhouse specialises in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Balaclava Earlville
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Nightcap At Balaclava Motel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Cazalys Cairns (9-min walk) and Reef Hotel Casino (6-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel and nearby?
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel has an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Yes, Graziers Steakhouse offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel like?
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Cazalys Cairns and 9 minutes' walk from Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre.
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
5 October 2024
Very friendly and comfortable room.
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 August 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Excellent budget accommodation.
Excellent motel style accommodation. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay again.
Graeme
Graeme, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2024
Service was great, promptly replaced a lost key out of hours with a smile and no charge Thanks
Warren
Warren, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Had everything in walking distance
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
22 July 2024
Price range
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Barry
Barry, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2024
We absolutely loved our stay at the Nightcap. All staff from Housekeeping, Reception & Hotel staff made our stay so great, getting to know everyone whilst we were there was an absolute pleasure. We WILL be back guys to keep you laughing. Couldn't fault anything or anyone. Fromm the girls in room 17!!!! See you again soon. Cheers!
Belinda
Belinda, 5-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Best steak I’ve had in awhile, room was clean and recently renewed
Todd
Todd, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
A warm and helpful welcome after hours. Spotlessly clean. Good mattress and pillows
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2024
The best of both worlds
A well run motel and a great pub and food
Staff are friendly helpful and provide excellent service
Kingsly
Kingsly, 3-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 April 2024
Excellent staff, quiet and safe
Kingsly
Kingsly, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
11 March 2024
Ok safe and clean
Great little hideaway and location. Feels safe despite the casino which stays open late. Thought it a bit pricy for the location.
Jurdy
Jurdy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 February 2024
Staff very friendly and good service
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 January 2024
Staff are very friendly. Rooms great and very clean.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 August 2023
The smell of the carpet. Reminded me of stale beer. Very off-putting.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
26 July 2023
Enjoyed our stay
Wonesai
Wonesai, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2023
Cecelia
Cecelia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 April 2023
Morva
Morva, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 April 2023
Loved it
Rajahna
Rajahna, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 April 2023
Can put a microwave in the room?
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?, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 October 2022
The staff were friendly. However, no phone in the room, no tissues, no wash cloth, issues with wifi, breakfast was hit and miss, front desk was only open from 7.30 until 5.00
Dale
Dale, 8-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
19 September 2022
The suite itself was nice (though some of the dishes in the cupboards were not clean).
We had arranged a late check-out, accepting the additional charge. But the next morning we were told we had to vacate 1 hour earlier. It was rather inconvenient. They did not properly charge us for the late check-out, so I guess it was not registered in their system. And it happened that they subsequently accepted an EARLY check-in the next day for our very suite, which got precedence over our late check-out request. Our forced hasty exit left us feeling annoyed.
Jeffery
Jeffery, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2022
The beds were super comfy and the place was so quiet! Staff were very helpful and you even got free drinks at the bar!! Very happy with my stay!