Mantra Esplanade is the perfect spot to unwind near Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Lounge by the outdoor pool, enjoy a barbecue with friends, or connect to WiFi in your room and plan your next adventure. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who loved its prime location.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Gym
24/7 front desk
Free parking
Laundry facilities
Internet access
Main amenities (12)
Weekly housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
WiFi in the lobby
Fitness centre
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Feel at home (6)
Fridge
Television
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is NZ$249
NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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Ocean view
195 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed OR 3 Queen Beds
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60 sq m
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TV
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95 sq m
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95 sq m
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35 sq m
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Hairdryer
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Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
Shower/bath combination
City view
60 sq m
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 12 min drive
Cairns Station - 12 min walk
Freshwater Station - 17 min drive
Redlynch Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Rattle N Hum - 2 min walk
Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - 3 min walk
Crepe - 4 min walk
Imm Thai Cafe - 4 min walk
Pho Street Cairns - 4 min walk
About this property
Mantra Esplanade
Mantra Esplanade puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. You can get a workout in at the fitness centre, or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi (surcharge)
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Weekly housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guest rooms for AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for AUD 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Also known as
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Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Cairns Hotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Resort Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra Esplanade Cairns
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Cairns
Frequently asked questions
Does Mantra Esplanade offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mantra Esplanade 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.
Is there a pool at Mantra Esplanade?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Mantra Esplanade?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mantra Esplanade?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mantra Esplanade?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 20.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Mantra Esplanade?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (4-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Mantra Esplanade and nearby?
Mantra Esplanade has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Does Mantra Esplanade have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Mantra Esplanade like?
Mantra Esplanade is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 1-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 6 minutes' walk from Cairns Marlin Marina. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Mantra Esplanade Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Lagoons
Wifi
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Car
Shopping
What guests liked
The property pool and nearby esplanade lagoon pools were great and well-maintained. (3 reviews)
The property is ideally located near various restaurants and dining options. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 April 2025
Relaxing stay good location!
Really enjoyed our stay here best of all location. Also really nice to have a good size balcony and chairs. We enjoyed the pool it’s not big but we used it a fair few times and the lagoon opposite was fab. Staff very friendly and helpful would recommend staying here
Caroline
Caroline, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 April 2025
Cairns Visit
In for quick visit to see Cairns and Great Barrier Reef with family.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
19 April 2025
Comfy beds, great staff.
Great staff, very friendly and professional, super comfortable bed. Didn’t enjoy the stay not because of the hotel itself but the Bogan children running up and down the hall and inconsiderate Neighbour who would rather bang on the door than take the room card. If you jag a weekend without them there you’ll probably enjoy it.
Gavin
Gavin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 January 2025
Whole stay was amazing
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2024
Excellent stay before we went to green island
paul
paul, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 January 2025
The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Location was perfect with many choices for eating nearby.
Cameron and Joanne
Cameron and Joanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 January 2025
Great spot right on the esplanade
Brendan
Brendan, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2025
Perfect spot beautiful deck you can smoke on , peaceful getaway with plenty to do I will come back for sure
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 March 2025
Normal Mantra
Was the usual Mantra - nothing to die for, cleaned once per year, but in solid location for acceptable price.
Pavel
Pavel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
wonderful stay, everything we need was at this property
Patricia
Patricia, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2024
2 ladies staying, felt safe and welcomed
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2025
Excellent Location
Very pleased with our stay. Room a bit small but very clean. Front staff friendly and welcoming. Close to the lagoon, shopping and the casino. Will definitely return when visiting Cairns again.
Ken W
Ken W, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2024
Clean comfortable, on the esplanade, nice views and within walking distance to shops, restaurants and entertainment
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Fantastic location, near restaurants, marina for great barrier reef (3-minute walk) and Woolworths located at the rear of the property.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
Location is great
Robert
Robert, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Perfect spot, close to everything and even with the cairns show being on when we stayed it was still quiet
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2025
Fabulous place to stay
What a beautiful place to stay, so spacious. Having the kitchen and washer and dryer was fabulous. We did not use the pool. It was so close to everything- within walking distance especially the lagoon and reef terminal for excursions. Highly recommended!
Gursharan
Gursharan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Fantastic location on the esplanade. Close to restaurants and cafes. Staff very friendly.
Sharon
Sharon, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 October 2024
Great location
The location is fantastic, walking distance to everything.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Great location, great view!
Clint
Clint, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
The property was a great location. It was walking distance to shops especially, restaurants and coffee shops and opposite water.
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
The position is excellent, walking distance to most places
Antonia
Antonia, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2024
Bigger rooms than I expected and everything clean a in good repair.
Graham
Graham, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2024
Great 👍 place . Just no face cloths for shower.
Great location with Woolworths across the street .
Harry
Harry, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
29 December 2024
The mantra is a functional property, with no frills. Its right on the esplanade, which is an amazingly convenient location for all the day tours and excursions out of Cairns. The property in itself is outdated, but functional.