Hotel Hides Hotel
87 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 1026 reviews)
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*8.5* Cairns Rainforest Dome: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)
*8.0* Cairns Regional Gallery: only 2 minutes away! (550 feet by foot)
Cairns City Library: only 4 minutes away! (850 feet by foot)
*8.3* Cairns Central Shopping Centre: only 6 minutes away! (1,550 feet by foot)
*9.1* Cairns Esplanade Lagoon: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)
*7.9* Cairns Night Markets: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)
*8.5* Rusty's Markets: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)
Nice clean room, downtown location, walk to barrier reef pier. Could use sound proofing inside walls to reduce noise. Paid extra for breakfast, it was good.
United States of AmericaIt locates just 6-7 minutes walk to the Reef fleet terminal, and a lot of fun night life activity just nearby!
JapanThe quality is great for the price. Very clean, bed super comfortable, location excellent.
United States of AmericaProbably the best hotel you can find for this price range. Also ideal location for restaurants, lagoon, reef etc.
EstoniaThis is a great no nonsense hotel. Clean and friendly. Very well located. Lockers available if you need to store luggage while going on a dive boat, small fee for up to a week.
United States of AmericaGreat location, friendly staff and nice clean rooms
AustraliaGreat location and helpful staff. Published rates were reasonable but we were billed for an upgraded room and then the overall cost did not seem as good. No breakfast was initially included in our room rates but offered later.
United States of AmericaThis is a heritage building and it has been beautifully preserved. As an old Hotel (built in the 1800's) it doesn't compare with more modern accommodation...the rooms lock with a key, the floors creak, the hall carpets are worn, the hall ways are a rabbit warren...but all this adds to the ambiance. The room was very comfortable, as was the king bed, and the bathroom was clean. We enjoyed using the large balcony that runs around the side and front of the building overlooking the city centre. It suited our needs for the night and the location couldn't have been better!
AustraliaHad the privilege of staying in the historical MacArthur suite, quite special. The old part of the hotel has a lovely feel of times gone by. Hides hotel is a famous building, full of personality, bang in the centre of Cairns, a perfect location. Staff are warm and friendly. Good value, recommended.
NetherlandsI liked the big rooms. Very clean hotel with a friendly staff
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Hides Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Michael
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Soichi
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Carl
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Carol
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Dixie
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One of our best sellers in Cairns! Located in the heart of Cairns, and just 10 minutes' drive from the Cairns International Airport, Hides Hotel offers affordable accommodations, a 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade. The Heritage listed hotel offers a complimentary WiFi access.
All rooms are air conditioned and include a small refrigerator and a TV. Some rooms offer tea/coffee making facilities. It features a swimming pool and a spacious veranda with views of the city.
The reception staff can assist in making bookings to iconic attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Kuranda.
This is our guests' favorite part of Cairns, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Located in the best-rated area in Cairns, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1
Breakfast Info
Continental, Buffet
Free WiFi
Private parking at the hotel
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The heritage-listed Hides Hotel Cairns was built in 1885 by George Hides and Duncan McColl (on an isolated patch of land on Lake Street reputedly swapped for a horse and gambled on the development of the town). Their instincts proved correct and a thriving commercial precinct evolved around Hides Hotel. In 1895, George Hides widow Elizabeth took over the lease and the hotel became a social hub for travellers and local elites, complete with pukkah fans, billiard tables and garden parties. After a night of recreation, guests would awake to freshly shined shoes and crisp tropical wines, cleaned at Japanese run laundries. In 1928 the three story building you see today was erected over the garden. Right through to the 1950’s Hides’ clientele included locals from the Tablelands visiting Cairns for shopping, business or socialising. The roads were so terrible and the trains so slow that overnight accommodation was essential. General MacArthur used to stay on the top corner suite, during his visits from his War Office in Brisbane in the 1940’s, which today is called "The MacArthur Suite".
What's nearby *
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The Cairns Museum0 miles
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Cairns Family Court0.1 miles
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Cairns Regional Gallery0.1 miles
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Rusty's Markets0.1 miles
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Cairns City Library0.2 miles
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Cairns Night Markets0.2 miles
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Reef and Rainforest Research Centre0.2 miles
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Martin College0.2 miles
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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon0.3 miles
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre0.3 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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Woolworths Supermarket0 miles
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Restaurant0 miles
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PJ Obriens Cafe/Bar0 miles
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Rustys Market0 miles
Natural Beauty *
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Moore Reef - Sunlover Reef Cruises Ocean/Sea28 miles
Closest Airports *
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Cairns Airport3.4 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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Cairns Rainforest Dome0.3 miles
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The Center of Contemporary Arts0.3 miles
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The Cairns Civic Theater0.4 miles
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Cairns Station0.4 miles
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Cairns Base Hospital0.9 miles
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Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens2.4 miles
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Skyway Rainforest Cableway7.5 miles
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Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park7.7 miles
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Amenities of Hides Hotel
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Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 10 per day.
- Street parking
- Secure parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Lockers
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Tour desk
- Laundry Additional charge
- 24-hour front desk
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- German
- English
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
| 0 - 2 years |
Can use a crib
when requested
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AUD 10 per stay |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Hides Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.
Please also note that parking spaces are subject to availability.
Please inform Hides Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Ocean Group Hotels & Resorts will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.
This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise.
FAQs about Hides Hotel
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Hides Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Secure parking
- Street parking
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Guests staying at Hides Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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The prices at Hides Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Hides Hotel by:
- Taxi 15min
- Airport shuttle (public) 20min
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Check-in at Hides Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Room options at Hides Hotel include:
- Double
- Quad
- Triple
