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The Benson Hotel

4.0 star property
Escape to this tranquil haven where you can indulge in happy hour treats or rejuvenate with spa therapies. Enjoy your stay amidst lush gardens near Cairns Esplanade.

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Suite | Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and dinner served
Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Nestled near Cairns Central Shopping Centre, The Benson Hotel offers a serene retreat with a garden and an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. Indulge in breakfast or dinner at the on-site restaurant, treat yourself to spa treatments like body scrubs or hydrotherapy. With high-speed WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff nearby guests have praised the convenient location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $113
includes taxes & fees
$102 per night
Feb 12 - Feb 13

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 431 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Champagne service
  • 237 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
44-56 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk
  • Cairns Esplanade - 6 min walk
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 7 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 8 min walk
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 13 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 9 min walk
  • Freshwater Station - 15 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Annee's CaPhe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffiend - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gilligan's Travels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lillipad Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Indian brothers restaurant Cairns - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Benson Hotel

The Benson Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Benson Bar & Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, French, Indonesian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Debit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Secured covered onsite self parking (AUD 25 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2885 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1984
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 24
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Benson Bar & Restaurant - This brasserie serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 22 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs AUD 25 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Also known as

The Benson Hotel Hotel
The Benson Hotel Cairns
The Benson Hotel Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does The Benson Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Benson 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Benson Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Benson Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Benson Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 25 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Benson Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Benson Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (7-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Benson Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming, spelunking, and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Benson Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Benson Bar & Restaurant.

What's the area around The Benson Hotel like?

The Benson Hotel is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 9-minute walk from Cairns Station and 6 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jakob, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Latrell, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hoe J, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Blanca, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

People yelling and fighting from 11pm to 3am, room phone did not work to call reception. Finally got a hold of someone spoke to the other people but the bad behaviour kept myself and room next door up.
Nicole, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Olivia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic Hotel Experience!
We loved our stay here! The rooms were stylish and modern, breakfast buffet offered a wide variety and fresh options, staff were warm and helpful, and the location couldn't be better. Perfect choice for anyone!
Subashree, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Joanne, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Everything, had a great stay
Hannah, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

SUPER NICE STAFF
Vikash, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ok
Interior was a little un loved. Numbers falling off doors, fridge wasn’t working properly, microwave but no plates or utensils. $2 for a bottle of water that wasn’t even cold. (Sitting on bench)
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pam, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

When we checked in we had some issues with our room and the lovely staff at the Benson upgraded us to a suite which was beautiful. Thank you.
Loretta, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrea, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient and close to everything, from shopping to travel
Amit, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It's all good
Jonalyn, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Rachel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Rooms were large and in good condition. My only complaint is that the floor had an external Air Conditioner unit at the end of the hallway and was exceptionally noisy, to the point I made a complaint and was able to change rooms. If staying it would be a good Idea to request a room at the opposite end of the hallway.
Carol, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Benson Hotel in Cairns is a comfortable place to stay. We enjoyed the pool and its vicinity to the esplanade. Would stay again in the future.
Rya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice roomy rooms. Tremendous buffet breakfast. Staff are helpful.
THOMAS, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Oscar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel location is very good.
Xiaoyi, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place to stay
Rasika, 6-night family trip
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