Hides Hotel Cairns

Hides Hotel Cairns Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodation in the heart of Cairns, blending historic charm with modern comfort.

Hides Hotel Cairns offers affordable accommodation right in the heart of the Cairns city centre. The hotel is surrounded by restaurants, pubs and shops, and only a short walk to the Reef Fleet Terminal, Casino, the Cairns Esplanade and Lagoon, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and the railway station. The wide colonial verandas that front the building provide a unique vantage point to view the city a

nd offer a relaxing place to enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the morning, or bring your own refreshment and enjoy the evening twilight. Hides Hotel Cairns also offers 24 hour reception and tour booking service, guest laundry, and secured car parking (limited spaces), pool and a 24 hour Internet café and wireless internet in hotel rooms. With the convenience of public transport outside our entrance and a tour desk to book all your tours that will collect you from our Hotel, you will be able to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda Village and all of what Tropical North Queensland has to offer.

Congratulations to Sunlover Reef Cruises on this incredible achievement! 🧡
04/08/2026

Congratulations to Sunlover Reef Cruises on this incredible achievement! 🧡

We're excited to share some incredible news! 🏆

Our Moore Reef Full Day Tour has been named a Best of RedBalloon 2026 experience 🎈

This recognition is awarded to experiences that deliver exceptional moments, consistently outstanding quality, and lasting memories for guests.

With thousands of experiences across Australia on the platform, we're honoured that our Great Barrier Reef adventure has been selected as one of the very best.

A huge thank you to every guest who has travelled with us, shared their feedback, and made this achievement possible. And of course, to our amazing staff and crew, whose passion and dedication create unforgettable reef experiences every single day 🧡

A Cairns icon since 1885 🏨From a humble timber hotel to the heritage-listed landmark standing proudly on the corner of L...
20/07/2026

A Cairns icon since 1885 🏨

From a humble timber hotel to the heritage-listed landmark standing proudly on the corner of Lake and Shields Streets today, Hides Hotel Cairns has been part of Cairns’ story for over 140 years!

Discover the history, people and moments that shaped this local favourite — and see why “meet me at Hides” has been part of Cairns’ vocabulary for generations.

Watch the story of Hides Hotel and explore a true Cairns original:

The Story of Hides Hotel — a Cairns original since 1885.Long befo...

Happy Chinese New Year from all of us at Hides Hotel Cairns🧧🏮May this year bring you joy, good health, and unforgettable...
16/02/2026

Happy Chinese New Year from all of us at Hides Hotel Cairns🧧🏮

May this year bring you joy, good health, and unforgettable moments. We look forward to welcoming you and making your stay with us extra special in the year ahead.

📌 What’s on in Cairns this February 2026: February in Cairns is classic Wet Season: warm days, big skies, and the occasi...
10/02/2026

📌 What’s on in Cairns this February 2026:

February in Cairns is classic Wet Season: warm days, big skies, and the occasional “that escalated quickly” rain shower! The good news is the city makes it easy to keep plans flexible with markets, live shows and Esplanade evenings all within easy reach of the CBD.

If you’re staying at Hides Hotel Cairns, you’re well placed to duck out, duck back, and still call it a full day! ☺️

Your guide to Cairns in February 2026: Chinese New Year, Tanks gigs, CPAC shows, markets and wet-season tips—stay central at Hides Hotel.

We’ve been a little quiet, but for a good reason!Over the past few weeks, we’ve been focusing on what matters most: impr...
09/02/2026

We’ve been a little quiet, but for a good reason!

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been focusing on what matters most: improving our rooms, listening to guest feedback, and putting more care into every stay.

Hides Hotel Cairns has been part of Cairns’ story for generations, and we’re proud of our heritage. Now, we’re excited to start sharing more of what makes this place special, from our rooms and our team to local tips and everyday moments at the hotel.

We’re excited to share our story again and the progress we’re making to create better stays for our guests!

Follow along as we bring new life to a Cairns icon in the heart of the city ☺️

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87 Lake Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

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+61740583700

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