Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Horizon Club Suite 1 King | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Marina View Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Sea View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Sea View Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Marina View King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Marina View Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Marina View Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Horizon Club Room 1 King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Horizon Marina View Room Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Suite King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Horizon Club Suite 1 King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Horizon Club Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Horizon Club King Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 2

Horizon Club Twin Room With Marina View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive King Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Twin Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Twin Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Horizon Club Marina View Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Marina View Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Family-friendly Cairns hotel connected to a shopping centre, steps from Reef Fleet Terminal
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 255 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and just a quick walk from Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy international cuisine and ocean views while dining at The Backyard
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Steps from Reef Fleet Terminal and 4 minutes on foot from Cairns Esplanade
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre, 18 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4456 square feet (414 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Backyard – Overlooking the ocean, this bar specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered parking on site (AUD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (AUD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 38 for adults and AUD 19 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Backyard

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 18 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,456 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower (80 centimetre high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (96 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 38 for adults and from AUD 19.00 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 30.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Shangri-La Cares (Shangri-La)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shangri-La Hotel Marina
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Shangri La Hotel The Marina
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great. The only downside was the bar downstairs was very noisy on a Sunday night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice pad. Not cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel was right on the water, with the mustiness that you expect from the location. It was so close to everything that the only times we didn’t just walk was to and from the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated building but nice room with great view of the marinas
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and excellent location with great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Atif

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property needs a coat of paint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jehangir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is great for any boat activities, since the reef terminal is right there. The train station is walkable, and it is conveniently located from many dining options. Some of the esplanade attractions are also right by the hotel. While most things in the hotel are great, the men’s shower area for the pool was very slippery and looked out of place compared to the quality of everything else. I can’t speak for the women’s shower area, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it was the same.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the hotel was nice, but showing some wear and tear.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and rooms are well appointed, food is tasty and service is welcoming and efficient. Location is excellent- overlooking the marina. Walking distance to tour departures, restaurants, shops, playgrounds etc. it is well worth booking a horizon club room for the included breakfast and happy hour. The property is very dated and showing signs of wear. Enjoyed our family holiday and have already rebooked to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vern, Ghent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolf

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stulz

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Worst receptionist.

When we arrived, we met a receptionist named Nao. We don’t think she is capable in her job. She needs to learn how to be a better receptionist to serve customers more effectively.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
The entire property was beautifully presented. The staff were very helpful & friendly. The buffet breakfast was amazing. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. We had booked a few excursions including GBR snorkeling. The meetings points for all of them were within walking distance. Great location for dining and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, El Paso

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proper was in a great location, the staff very helpful & accommodating, they made us feel like at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room smells. The lighting is poorly designed, very dim. The don’t disturb button doesn’t work. The location is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025