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Rydges Esplanade Resort CairnsvsEllis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns ranks slightly higher than Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has a TripExpert Score of 78 with endorsements from 2 sources including Star Service, Frommer's.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Star Service
Frommer's
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $67/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Separated from the water by a generally quiet road, a park and a bayside promenade, this resort is a pleasant 15-minute stroll from the Night Market and the main shopping and dining area." Full review
Frommer's "The hotel offers a range of units, from hotel rooms to penthouse apartments...in front is a pool and sun deck. On-site are a convenience store, a hairdresser, and a masseuse." Full review
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Lonely Planet Frommer's
Captain Cook Hwy, Ellis Beach, Queensland 4879
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet "This low-key, palm-shaded beachfront slice of paradise has camping, cabins and contemporary bungalows, the best of which have direct ocean views." Full review
Frommer's "On arguably the loveliest of the northern beaches, about 30 minutes from Cairns, these bungalows and cabins sit under palm trees between the Coral Sea and a backdrop of mountainous rainforest" Full review
