The Benson Hotel, Cairns ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870

“The hotel's central location made it easy to explore all the best spots in the city!”view full review

The Benson Hotel, a 4-star Cairns hotel with an 8.2/10 rating on Booking.com, offers family-friendly accommodations and a range of modern amenities. Features include three resort swimming pools, an on-site restaurant, and easy access to local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Benson Hotel feature private balconies with views of the Ocean, Coral Sea, and Tropical Mountains or Cairns City. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Dining & Nearby Options

The on-site Benson Bar & Restaurant offers a menu featuring local delicacies and cocktails. Nearby dining options include Helga's Pancake House and Caffiend, both within 0.5 km of the hotel.

Leisure & Local Activities

Leisure facilities at The Benson Hotel include three swimming pools and a fitness center. Guests can also explore local attractions such as Cairns Night Markets, only a 0.5 km walk from the hotel.

Business & Transportation

For business needs, The Benson Hotel offers superior technology and a full business center to accommodate meetings and events. The hotel is well-connected via bus services, with Spence Street at Grafton Street just a 2-minute walk away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Terrace Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Benson Suite

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Superior King Room Views

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard Accessible Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Cairns700 m

Airports

Cairns (CNS) 7.1 km

Train

Cairns Central Station500 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Retreat

“The room was spacious and offered a stunning view over the rooftops to the inlet, making it a perfect retreat after a long day.” view full review

Refreshing Renovation

“The new bathroom renovations were fantastic, a welcome upgrade from the previous conditions, making the space feel clean and inviting.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was always enjoyable with a variety of tasty options that met my needs, conveniently available each morning.” view full review

Comfortable Space

“The living area was well laid out, making it a comfortable spot to relax and unwind during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Map view

Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets, Cairns, Australia, 4870

City landmarks

Landmark

Cairns Night Markets

740 m

Market

Rusty's Markets

740 m

Landmark

Green Island

740 m

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

740 m

Museum

The Cairns Museum

740 m

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

740 m

Library

Cairns City Library

740 m

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

1.2 km

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

980 m

Landmark

Michaelmas Cay

740 m

Landmark

Cairns Marlin Marina

740 m

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

1.2 km

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

1.2 km

Park

Muddy's Playground

1.9 km

Landmark

Josephine Falls

980 m

Landmark

Cairns Showgrounds

2.3 km

Nearby

52-54 The Esplanade

Cairns Cenotaph

410 m

The Esplanade

1876 Landing Party

410 m

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

260 m

Shop 4

Underart Gallery

210 m

Gallery

KickArts Contemporary Arts

260 m

1/47 Shields St

Bones and Jones

230 m

Gallery

Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns

380 m

58 Lake St Suite 3-4

Foot and Body Massage

200 m

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

510 m

Shopping Area

Orchid Plaza

200 m

Shopping Area

T Galleria by DFS

290 m

Park

Anzac Park

740 m

Shopping Area

Oceana Walk Arcade

50 m

Main Street Arcade

Reef Teach

150 m

Restaurants

Marinades Indian Cuisine Cairns

80 m

43 Spence St

LILO Restaurant + Bar + Pooldeck

10 m

50 Grafton Street Level 3

Bobby's B1 Restaurant

30 m

Ocean Walk Lake Street Shop 16

The Lillipad Cafe

180 m

72 Grafton St

Candy

60 m

70 Grafton St

Pantry 15

60 m

62 Grafton St 15

Caffiend

130 m

Shop 5 78 Grafton St

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