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Crystalbrook Riley

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Enjoy a refreshing drink at our bar, where expert bartenders craft cocktails amidst a sleek, high-ceilinged space with a view.
Relax on the balcony with a serene view of the calm body of water and distant landforms.
Experience the hotel's unique blend of modern architecture and lush greenery in our circular lobby, featuring a mosaic tile border and comfortable seating area.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed, desk, and seating area, offering a balcony with a view of the sea and distant mountains.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the water and distant mountains from this room's large window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Room (Resort View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 64 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Urban King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Suite

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 69 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 64 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Panoramic Sea | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Panoramic Sea

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Urban Panoramic | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Urban Panoramic

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Sea King

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Urban Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Urban Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room - Urban View

  • 64 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Panoramic Bath | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Panoramic Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Sea Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Crystalbrook Riley

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and bars/lounges
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a poolside bar. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Crystalbrook Riley offers 311 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels, first-run films and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

The on-site spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.
Crystalbrook Riley's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cairns Esplanade. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and a full-service spa.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Asian cuisine and ocean views while dining at Paper Crane
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to body treatments, massages or facials at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
  • Steps from Cairns Esplanade and 13 minutes on foot from Cairns Central Shopping Centre
Crystalbrook Riley offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 6 meeting rooms available. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Crystalbrook Riley. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Cairns hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.
Paper Crane – This poolside restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Paper Crane Pool Side – This poolside bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Rocco – Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar specialises in Middle Eastern cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Calypso Club – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this bar specialises in seafood and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: AUD 42 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Calypso Club
  • Paper Crane
  • Paper Crane Pool Side
  • Rocco

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2018
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • First-run films
  • IPod dock
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property charges the following mandatory general deposits, collected at check-in: AUD 75 for the first night, AUD 50 for subsequent nights.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, 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 full breakfast: from approximately AUD 42 for adults and from AUD 21 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 15.00 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
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

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Riley Crystalbrook Collection Resort Cairns
Riley Crystalbrook Collection Resort
Riley Crystalbrook Collection Cairns
Riley Crystalbrook Collection
Riley a Crystalbrook Collection Resort
Crystalbrook Riley Hotel
Crystalbrook Riley Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley Hotel Cairns
Riley a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Crystalbrook Riley Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhiannon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very damp smell throughout hallway and rooms. Long hair found in shower. Room overlooked pool and it’s quite loud during the day
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jovita

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location in Cairns

Nice hotel and in a good location. Bed was comfortable, and nice amenities in the room. We did however have to move the room due to ants in the first room and a spider in the second room. It’s Cairns, it’s hot, it’s humid, some of this is probably unavoidable, but when you have to move twice it’s not great. Staff were very accommodating and helpful though, thank you for that!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and it won’t be our last. Great staff, location is close to a variety of dining options and the free bike hire is fantastic. The pool is awesome too, with plenty of lounge chairs for all.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We didn’t much care for our experience here. The room smelled of mold and it took some convincing to get a new room. The new room was alright once we got settled. Housekeeping was poor overall. The linens had an obvious stain on them that wasn’t removed, the tissue box remained empty until we called for more, pillows were left on the floor after the bed was made. The gym was also very bare bones and not ideal. The property was ok overall, but I wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola, Rolleston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front of house staff were lovely as were the staff on the restaurant Great location stunning outlook resort view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bogoja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The 4 pools were amazing, the spa was massive, very impressive, amenities were always immaculate and staff are so very polite and welcoming
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at crystal book Riley Cairns, was very relaxining. The property was immaculate, the staff were all very friendly and helpful, l would like to mention in particular Maximilian & Mathew. They were always greeted us with a smile, made us feel very welcome. Buffet breakfast was good, Vocca had a great atmosphere with the DJ and the view was great. We had pool and beach views. The only thing was the big pool was having the decking replaced whilst we were there. The spa pool is massive. Thank you to all the staff, highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

WON SUK

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Taline

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jackson

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was quite dirty, alot of mould build up, room was musky and dust was built up in areas if it wasnt for the room tye property is nice but i would not use there accommodation or recommend a room to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priyanka

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel. Easy walking into Cairns. The restaurant and bar was a little over priced.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Don’t stay there unless you want to be ripped off

Waited 45mins for my meal and it was wrong . Then they charged me 18% without asking me . Will never stay there again . I am away on business a lot as you can see on my free nights .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to water. Good pools and easy public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall, Woodbine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay. Lovely room, lovely pool, lovely staff. In a great area. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald Ernest

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel,conveniently located within distance to so many ammenities,shops,wharfs etc. Staff was very good,breakfast was very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at the Riley. Sam at reception was incredible! She heard it was our honeymoon and upgraded our room and there was even a bottle of sparkling wine when we arrived. She also gave us a bunch of great recommendations for restaurants in Cairns. We’d love to come back and would definitely stay at Crystalbrook Riley again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

davood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool area and the room was very modern, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was also a highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025