Alivio Hotel Cairns

3.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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1 bedroom apartment (ocean view)
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Reception
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Located near Cairns Central Shopping Centre and the marina, Sunshine Tower Hotel offers a rejuvenating spa with facials and manicure/pedicure services. Guests relax on the garden terrace or lounge poolside under cabanas while staying connected with complimentary WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct

Room options

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Superior + balcony (pool)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio (ocean view)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior + balcony (mountain view)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Split + balcony (Mountain view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio (pool side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Split + balcony (Pool view)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Studio (mountain view)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom apartment (pool side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Superior balcony Pool Side

  • Sleeps 3

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view)

  • Sleeps 3

King Split balcony (pool side)

  • Sleeps 3

Superior balcony (mountain view)

  • Sleeps 3

King Split balcony (Mountain view)

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Studio (pool side)

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Studio (mountain view)

  • Sleeps 3

1 bedroom apartment (pool side)

  • Sleeps 3

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view)

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Studio (ocean view)

  • Sleeps 3
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About the area

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, Alivio Hotel Cairns is near the airport and by the ocean. Reef Fleet Terminal and The Cultural Place are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade and Anderson Street Conservation Park. Reef Teach and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and skydiving.
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136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 15 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dundee's at Aquarium - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jamdrop Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alivio Hotel Cairns

Hotel near Cairns Esplanade
Near Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, Alivio Hotel Cairns provides a terrace, a garden and a hair salon. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure and a facial at Beautilashious, the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture, concierge services and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 61 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services, free infant beds and travel cots
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 1.3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Sunshine Tower Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel
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Sunshine Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel Hotel
Sunshine Tower Hotel Cairns
Sunshine Tower Hotel Hotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does Alivio Hotel Cairns have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Alivio Hotel Cairns?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alivio Hotel Cairns on 14 Oct 2025 start from NZ$193.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Alivio Hotel Cairns pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Alivio Hotel Cairns?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alivio Hotel Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Alivio Hotel Cairns?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alivio Hotel Cairns located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Cairns Esplanade, and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Private Hospital and St Monica's Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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