The Benson Hotel
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Benson Hotel
50 Grafton St, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
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Last booked 9 hrs ago
Highlights
Cozy rooms
Delicious breakfast
Sparkling clean
Lots to doAmenities
Outdoor swimming poolFree
Diving
Snorkeling
Horse Riding
Hiking
Private parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
All amenities
Property Description
A stay at The Benson Hotel places you in the heart of Cairns, within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from The Cairns Museum.
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8.8/10
Very GoodEverything is excellent! Really good :) Breakfast is Delicious
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Surroundings
Airport: Cairns Airport
(6.8 km)
Airport: Mareeba Airport
(69.5 km)
Train: Cairns Central Station
(650m)
Train: Freshwater
(10.8 km)
Landmarks: Gilligan's Bar
(<100m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
7
Standard King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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4
Standard Accessible Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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11
Deluxe Terrace Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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9
Standard Queen Room
2 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Check Availability
6
Benson Suite
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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7
Superior Queen With View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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9
Superior King With View
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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Guest Reviews
8.8/10
Very Good
56 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9
- Amenities8.7
- Location8.7
- Service8.9
Average for similar properties in Cairns
AI Summary
The hotel excels in cleanliness, modernity, and convenient location near attractions. Guests appreciate the spacious rooms, friendly staff, and excellent facilities like the indoor pool and strong Wi-Fi.
Moua
April 8, 2025
Great hotel with great locations close to shops and restaurants. Room was very clean and beds were comfortable. Has great city view and staff was very polite.
Guest User
March 22, 2025
We had an excellent stay at the Benson hotel. Rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable. All the modern features you would expect and a pool to enjoy as well.
Guest User
July 1, 2025
Everything is excellent! Really good :) Breakfast is Delicious
Thomas James
February 20, 2025
Lovely pool to swim in. Comfortable room and bed. Breakfast buffet delicious. Good location. Would recommend this.
Guest User
January 24, 2025
Great service ! The reception is very nice.
The net work is not working while we were there, which is a little bit disappointed as I couldn't watch the tennis at night.
charlini
May 27, 2024
Location is good as it is in between the shopping mall and the esplanade.
Guest User
October 11, 2024
Great hotel and room. We stayed in the King executive room which was very spacious and had a big balcony. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The beds were little unfortunately but overall I had a great experience.
Guest User
August 28, 2024
it's mostly tidy and comfortable.There is washing room and pool.
but there are just washing machine and dryer one of each.
It's depens on if you can use them.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free
Diving
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Horse Riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Private parking
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Taxi booking service
Car Rental
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Bar
Meeting Room
2 Restaurants
The Benson Bar & Restaurant
Style: A la carte
Cuisine: Australian
Open for: Breakfast, Dinner, Cocktails
Business hours: [Mon - Thurs,Sun] 06:30-10:00,[Fri - Sat] 06:30-10:00, 16:00-20:00
The Benson Bar
Cuisine: Australian
Business hours: [Fri - Sat] 15:00-23:00
Notice: The amenity will be closed during your selected stay dates. Please contact the hotel in advance for details.
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Rooftop pool
Heated pool
Opening times
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, AU$25.00 (approx. NZD 27.39) Daily. Reservation needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Car Rental
Taxi booking service
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Tour/Ticket Service
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby Bar
Health & Wellness
Sailing
Off-site
Diving
Off-site
Horse Riding
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Parasailing
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Motorized Water Sport Equipment
Snorkeling
Off-site
Activities
Eco Tours
Off-site
Fishing
Off-site
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Smoking Area
Elevator
Cleaning Services
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Business Services
Multi-Function Room
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Accessibility
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & Security
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 2 years old and under | Extra cot: AU$10.00 (approx. NZD 10.96) per person per night |
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | AU$22.00 (approx. NZD 24.10) per person |
Adult | Buffet:AU$32.00 (approx. NZD 35.05) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of AU$100.00 (approx. NZD 109.53) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1984
- Renovated: 2021
- Number of Rooms: 101
A stay at The Benson Hotel places you in the heart of Cairns, within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from The Cairns Museum.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
You can enjoy a meal at Benson Bar & Restaurant serving the guests of The Benson Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Cairns? This hotel has 2885 square feet (268 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 101 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
You can enjoy a meal at Benson Bar & Restaurant serving the guests of The Benson Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Cairns? This hotel has 2885 square feet (268 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 101 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.