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About the Hotel

Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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Featuring car rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star The Benson Hotel Cairns is 750 metres from Lagoon Public Swimming Pool. Located in the vicinity of Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome, this hotel provides a swimming pool, a sauna, a sun terrace, and a shared lounge.

Location

The modern hotel is situated in a central district, just 1.2 km from Cairns Central train station. The Josephine Falls is in proximity to The Benson, while Spence Street at Grafton Street bus stop is 750 metres away.

The surroundings include a great barrier reef, which are within walking distance of this property. It takes 25 minutes to walk to the Muddy's Playground.

For those travelling from afar, Cairns airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The 101 rooms at The Benson Cairns are equipped with comforts such as ironing equipment and climate control, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They offer an electric kettle and a refrigerator. Featuring a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also come with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Bread, muffins, and pastries is offered for breakfast. This Cairns hotel has an à la carte Benson restaurant that serves Australian dishes. The property invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink. It also looks onto the city. There is a restaurant serving Australian food around 400 metres away.

Leisure & Business

Those who prefer pool swimming might find a bar in the pool area. This hotel has a fitness room. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as a desk and a photocopier, along with access to meeting rooms and a conference space.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Accessible Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Deluxe Terrace Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Superior Queen Room Views
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Nearby
52-54 The Esplanade
Cairns Cenotaph
1400 ft
The Esplanade
1876 Landing Party
1400 ft
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
900 ft
Shop 4
Underart Gallery
700 ft
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
900 ft
1/47 Shields St
Bones and Jones
800 ft
Gallery
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
1300 ft
58 Lake St Suite 3-4
Foot and Body Massage
700 ft
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
1700 ft
Shopping Area
Orchid Plaza
700 ft
Shopping Area
T Galleria by DFS
1000 ft
Park
Anzac Park
2500 ft
Shopping Area
Oceana Walk Arcade
200 ft
Main Street Arcade
Reef Teach
500 ft
Restaurants
Marinades Indian Cuisine Cairns
300 ft
43 Spence St
LILO Restaurant + Bar + Pooldeck
100 ft
50 Grafton Street Level 3
Bobby's B1 Restaurant
100 ft
Ocean Walk Lake Street Shop 16
The Lillipad Cafe
600 ft
72 Grafton St
Candy
200 ft
70 Grafton St
Pantry 15
200 ft
62 Grafton St 15
Caffiend
500 ft
Shop 5 78 Grafton St
Getting around
City Centre
Cairns9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)11 min  ·  4.4 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station6 min  ·  1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at AUD 25 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 32 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
101
Former name
Rydges Plaza

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