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Reviews of Floriana Boutique Hotel

183 Esplanade , 4870 Cairns, Australia

#6 of 6 B&Bs and inns in Cairns

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 282 hotel reviews

7.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    7.7

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: May 24, 2023

    6.0
    Felt that the price exceeded the experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    renovation noise started at 7, we were warned about noise but did not expect that early so no sleep after that time

    Comfortable bed and location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    7.0
    Besides the see through screens, in Bathroom, and hot water issue, everything else was fine and good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Bathroom had terrible water pressure, when having a shower. Took ages to get warm water, in shower, ages to heat up. And runs out of hot water very quickly. Very noisy tap fittings, and old, needed to be replaced as the bathtub handle basically fell off from being old and rust. I also did not enjoy the see through screens, used throughout the bathroom and kitchen, with no curtains, for privacy, just see through screens. I didn't feel comfortable at all, in the shower that's the last thing you want whilst trying to enjoy a shower. .

    I liked the look of Floriana, and the difference in style and set up.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    In serious need of renovation; narrow staircase; holes in floor covering; light outside the room stayed on all night; no iron or ironing board supplied in the room; iron provided on request, but leaked water on my clothes.

    Great location; budget price; spacious; friendly helpful staff

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    instruction on how to use the washing machine and dryer on the webpages or when sending welcome mail would be helpful. I have booked again as I really liked the place 😂

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2023

    8.0
    lovely, peaceful and comfortable with a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio with Veranda
    • Stayed 1 night

    the neglected gardens was sad, and the unfinished edge around the pool with a cigarette butt at the pool edge

    loved the room, very comfortable

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2023

    7.0
    Wayne's review
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    As above

    Room clean and spacey. Abit dated too much light coming from hallway through door so bedroom was in direct line of hallway light. Hard too sleep with light.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    There were only beds in the room, no chairs. Only basics supplied, but I chose this place as it was a good price, so it was good value for money.

    It is right on the Esplanade. It was a nice size room for one person. Clean. Fans and and airconditioner. Had a nice feel to the place. Good value for the price. I like the guest house feel. When renovations are completed, it will improve even more. Good that renovation jobs were only done during the day.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    was a quite place. clean, bed was good , shower good and close to town and beach

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    During our stay renovation work was carried out. This was very well communicated upfront, so we knew what to expect. Our room was a bit old fashioned,. But after the renovation work been done it will be a lovely space.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2022

    8.0
    I love the Florida’s building & took a chance with it being close to the hospital. I arrived very late & left ea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    not sure why this property is operating whilst under construction? no reception operating. I felt like I was staying in a vacated property. weird. very basic…rustic room.

    location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 22, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pidgeons in and on roof making noise day and night

    Giood location. Clean

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower curtain needs to be thicker so it doesn't blow up and stick to you

    Shower hot, bed comfy, tea provided

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, quiet

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2022

    7.0
    Good location, clean, good value for a waterfront spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The vibrations and sound of a motor coming on and off somewhere else in the building during the night interrupted our sleep somewhat.

    Great location, self contained, easy to find and easy to access all the beautiful places around Cairns. Very nice to be able to walk across the road and see the foreshore for sunset.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2022

    7.0
    Reasonably priced accommodation in Cairns
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Renovations and limited reception hindered access to the building (have to use back steps) . Room needs some maintenance and upgrading. Check in very cumbersome requiring Email of an ID document.

    HISTORIC BUILDING with nice outlook (front rooms). Little flexibility with checking out.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2022

    7.0
    We will stay again if we are headed to Cairns.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The guest house is contactless for COVID safety which is fine, but our communication (eg on arrival) could have been improved, if the contactless approach is used, once we made contact, it was all seamless, with a lockbox.

    The position right on the promenade & view from the front windows was superb, the 1.2 km walk into the center is pleasant along the waterfront... security is excellent with a locked gate, and room was comfy.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2022

    8.0
    Quirky charm at the quiet end of town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The common area upstairs could be made nicer. For me too far from facilities and liveliness of Cairns. Also building works not a great look. Overpriced considering the works, which i was warned about. Even then I don't think I would stay here a week because it's too far away from supermarkets etc. Also I came in a reception had closed and left before opening so maybe I missed warm helpful friendly caretakers that might make it more enticing at another time

    The building is an old house with lots of character. Comfortable beds, small kitchenette and microwave very handy. Very quiet and at the quiet end of the waterfront. I arrived early evening and left early morning so didn't get to fully appreciate the location. Close to airport.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2022

    8.0
    Great little place to stay, convienent location. Faded yesteryear charm.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    A couple of chairs in the room would have been better , I dislike sitting on the bed . The facilities are basic and could be improved with just simple things eg matching plates , rather than feeling like left over crockery. I think once they finish their renovations this will be an absolute gem. The building has charm.

    Currently undergoing some renovations, but they were very clear that was happening. Pool , BBQ area not accessible currently, but you can see when done it would be lovely spot to sit. Location was great right on the Esplanade with an easy walk into town. The room was clean , tidy and had all the basics.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2022

    8.0
    needed to have a bed for night after medical procedure . can`t drive for 24 hours
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    NO on site parking . Not happy with Booking .com .

    Very good bed, very clean, handy to hospitals.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2022

    8.0
    Would recommend the room we had - No. 4 - and would stay again. Good location, nice views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The pool was in the middle of renovation so couldn't be used but as it wasn't mid summer it was fine.

    Loved the window seat & the ability to open the windows, it was old-word charm & very comforting.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2022

    8.0
    Charming historic guesthouse
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Studio
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool was out of action

    Fantastic location at the northern end of the Esplanade. Friendly and helpful staff. The building is a bit rundown but has loads of charm

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2022

    7.0
    Beautiful old home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No bathroom privacy. Walls were not all the way to the ceiling. Maybe this is part of the renos?

    We have never stayed at a guest house before so thought we'd stay at Floriana to see what it's like. Not our cup of tea. It is a beautiful old home A lot of care is being taken in restoring her to her glory.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2022

    6.0
    noisy and not very welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Veranda
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The building works were very loud from 8am. we had a concrete truck working outside our room with no notice that would happen. Access was limited to a back staircase. I only met our host by accident on the second day and they were not very welcoming. We were contacted saying the electricity would be off on our last day - so no power, lighting or hot water on the morning we were leaving. It took several communications to obtain any refund for our tariff for that night and the host finally agreed to $15 off. They did provide fresh towels after two days but I had to request them.

    The location is good and bad. Only a short walk to the boardwalk and mudflats. Its near the hospital though so parking is difficult and you get ambulances and emergency helicopter at times. It has some lovely Art Deco features and the room was spacious with lovely windows facing the sea.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No proper door nor window for the room nor the bathroom we had, just mosquito mesh on the frame. So we were cold in the bathroom and the room. We have been provided additional bed covers the 2nd day, so at least we were not cold anymore while sleeping.

    Location was nice The place has caracter

    Stayed in July 2022

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