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The Benson Hotel | Hotel in Cairns

| 8.3 (1601 Reviews) |  7 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Cairns Central Business District Hotel | The Benson Hotel

Hotel in Cairns Central Business District, Cairns

Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel. The property has been given new life from its external facade, through the lobby, to the deco-inspired restaurant and bar on level three, overlooking the city skyline. Existing guest rooms have experienced a stage one refresh with new carpet, curtains, paint, and 55" smart TVs in the bathrooms, with furnishing to be refurbished in stage two over the coming months. Located in the heart of the central business district, The Benson Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Convention Center, Reef Casino, reef departure terminals, Esplanade Lagoon, and Promenade. Free WiFi is included. For a more active time, go canoeing or horseback riding. Make your own unique tour of the area with a rented bicycle or car. Return to a favorite drink at the bar, open Tuesday–Saturday. The Benson Bar & Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication, offering an array of cocktails, modern dining, and local delicacies. Breakfast is available from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. every day. The bar opens from 3 p.m. until late on Friday and Saturday, with the restaurant serving meals from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. It also offers outdoor seating to enjoy the tropical climate.

The Benson Hotel is located in Cairns.

This 101 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1601 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . Coming to Cairns and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 101 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Cairns. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Benson Hotel in Cairns is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Benson Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, 4870, Australia

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
OceanfrontOceanfront
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • BarBar
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • Coffee house on siteCoffee house on site
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
ParkingParking
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
  • ParkingParking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • Parking garageParking garage
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Toilet with grab railsToilet with grab rails
  • Lowered sinkLowered sink
  • Raised toiletRaised toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessible
ActivitiesActivities
  • CyclingCycling
  • FishingFishing
  • CanoeingCanoeing
  • HikingHiking
  • Evening entertainmentEvening entertainment
  • DivingDiving
  • Horseback ridingHorseback riding
  • Happy hourHappy hour
  • Live sports events (broadcast)Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
  • SnorkelingSnorkeling
GeneralGeneral
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • SafeSafe
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • ElevatorElevator
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • ConciergeConcierge
  • Car rentalCar rental
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaningDry cleaning
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • Business centerBusiness center
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • GardenGarden
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • TerraceTerrace
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Key card accessKey card access
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • Security alarmSecurity alarm
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companiesProperty cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Breakfast to-go containersBreakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests availableFace masks for guests available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Mobile app for room serviceMobile app for room service
SpaSpa
  • Rooftop poolRooftop pool
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
  • Beach chairs/LoungersBeach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that for bookings of 10 rooms or more, different policies or procedures apply. please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note that there is a 1.5% surcharge when you pay with visa or mastercard and 2% when using amex when you pay with a credit card at the hotel's reception desk. the hotel requests an incidental deposit of $50 per night, during your stay (as a deposit or an authorization on your card) for any incidental charges, any credit will be refunded on departure.please inform 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, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.15
Location:
9.12
Staff:
8.88
Facilities:
8.41
Comfort:
8.83
Cleanliness:
8.75
Amrita Preet Kaur
Mar 27, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Australia
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Deluxe Terrace Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

City view, Mountain view, Pool view, View

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Benson Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Bathrobe, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower cap, Shower, Slippers, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Interconnecting room(s) available, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Dining table, Wine glasses

Living Area

Desk, Dining area, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

Mountain view, Pool view, View, River view, City view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Accessible Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

View

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

View

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Queen Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

View

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Superior Queen Room with Views
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Interconnecting room(s) available, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

City view, River view, Mountain view, View

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Superior King Room with Views
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 22 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Body soap, Conditioner

General

Iron, Fire extinguisher, Key card access, Interconnecting room(s) available, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

City view, River view, Mountain view, View

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Raised toilet, Accessible by elevator

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this The Benson Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Benson Hotel?

Check-in time for The Benson Hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Benson Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this The Benson Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Benson Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Benson Hotel starts from $148 per night with includes Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, Oceanfront, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Bar, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Laundry, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Designated Smoking Area, Accessibility, Transportation/Shuttle, Internet, Kitchen, View, Wheelchair Accessible with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Benson Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Benson Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Benson Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Benson Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Benson Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Benson Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Benson Hotel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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