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Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Crystalbrook Riley

City Hotel

Trip Advisor Rating '.$item_trip.' Our Rating 8.4
 

Crystalbrook Riley, a vibrant five-star retreat on Cairns' iconic Esplanade, blends sophisticated elegance with playful charm. Embracing #responsibleluxury, it eliminates plastic straws, bottles, and key cards, saving over 250,000 plastic bottles annually through large-pump amenities.

The 311 stylish rooms and suites, many with spacious balconies offering urban, resort, or sea views, feature Apple iPad control centres with healthy-living apps, 55-inch Smart TVs with Staycast by Google, complimentary movies, blackout blinds, rainforest showerheads, and Nespresso machines with recyclable pods. Family rooms include two bedrooms and bathrooms, ensuring refined comfort amidst contemporary design, with all spaces reflecting a commitment to sustainability through partnerships with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, TerraCycle, OzHarvest, and Containers for Change.

Dining is a dynamic experience with Paper Crane's theatrical wok-fried seafood and steaks, Greenfields' fresh cold-pressed juices, and Rocco, Cairns' highest rooftop bar 42 metres above sea level, offering Mediterranean-inspired share plates and an unrivalled Champagne menu. The expansive 1,000-square-metre lagoon pool with a man-made beach, cabanas, and poolside service, alongside Eléme Day Spa and a 24-hour fitness centre, create a luxurious haven for relaxation and rejuvenation.

A five-minute waterfront stroll from Cairns' shopping, entertainment, and business centre, 10 minutes from the Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal, and 7 minutes by car from Flecker Botanic Gardens, with Cairns Airport 5 km away, Crystalbrook Riley delivers a seamless blend of modern indulgence, vibrant dining, and the captivating allure of Cairns' coastal and cultural treasures.

Available Board

Breakfast · Room Only

Rooms & Suites

General Facilities

Activities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Live Music/Performance
  • Billiards

Wellness

  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Fitness
  • Full Body Massage
  • Spa/Wellness Packages
  • Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
  • Spa Facilities
  • Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
  • Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa And Wellness Centre
  • Fitness Centre

General

  • Invoice Provided
  • Concierge Service
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tour Desk
  • Currency Exchange
  • Express Check-in/Check-out
  • 24-hour Front Desk
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Ironing Service
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Hotel Reviews

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5 rating
March 2026

Booked this hotel on strength of booking.com and Trip Advisor reviews, and we were not disappointed. Very large but beautiful modern hotel on The Esplanade in Cairns. Room was fantastic, large...

5 rating
March 2026

Amazing value. While expensive, there is certainly a high level of service and the atmosphere is superb. Customer service is very important and Crystal brook Riley did it well. Noise level was of a...

4 rating
February 2026

Rating: 8/10 My family and I stayed here in room F541 (a "Family Room, Sea View") for two nights in February 2026. After doing some research, I chose Crystalbrook Riley over the Shangri-La near the...

5 rating
February 2026

Pleasant, clean, and friendly. This is a true gem.

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Average Weather

Ave Daily Temp °C
Ave Monthly Rain mm

Jan
30
88
Feb
30
198
Mar
29
156
Apr
27
41
May
24
72
Jun
22
46
Jul
22
30
Aug
23
22
Sep
25
25
Oct
27
73
Nov
28
71
Dec
30
107

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$86 Per Person

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