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Hotel Crystalbrook Riley (formerly Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort)

131-141 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

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Hotel Overview

Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar, Rocco, an expansive lagoon pool and private beach, the stunning Eléme Day Spa, functions and events spaces for up to 400 people and a 24-hour fitness centre.
This 5-star property is set a short distance from attractions such as the Centre of Contemporary Arts, the Cairns Performing Arts Centre, and Cairns Hospital. The property is a 10-minute walk from the Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal and a 7-minute drive from Flecker Botanic Gardens. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 5 km from the property.
Most of Riley’s contemporary rooms and suites have spacious balconies. Family rooms have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while suites and rooms have a mix of urban, resort and sea views. Each room features its own Apple iPad control centre complete with healthy living apps, a 55-inch Smart TV, Staycast by Google for video streaming, access to hundreds of complimentary movies and box sets, blackout blinds, a rainforest shower head and Nespresso coffee machine with recyclable pods. All public and in-room areas are equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Breakfast is served daily at the property. Enjoy modern dining at Paper Crane restaurant and bar or indulge in 24-hour in-room dining from 6 November, 2018. Rocco, Cairns’ highest rooftop bar, will be open for guests to enjoy at the property from December 2018.
You can lounge poolside in a cabana or at Riley’s man-made beach, or do laps in the lap pool. There is also a 24-hour fitness centre at the property. Watch one of 200 free recent release movies or stream straight from your in-room Apple iPad. You can also book your trip to the Reef or beyond from the interactive lobby tour space.

Formerly Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Before March 2021 Crystalbrook Riley was known as Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

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King Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

The Urban Room has views of the Cairns skyline, a spacious balcony, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

Twin Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

The Urban Room has views of the Cairns skyline, a spacious balcony in selected rooms, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

King Room with Pool View - Resort - enter dates to see room photos

The Resort Room has magnificent views overlooking the 1000sqm swimming lagoon, a spacious balcony, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

Twin Room with Pool View - Resort - enter dates to see room photos

The Resort Room has magnificent views overlooking the 1000sqm swimming lagoon, a spacious balcony, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds

King Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious Sea Room has views out to the Coral Sea, a spacious balcony, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

Sea Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

The Panoramic Sea room offers magnificent views out to the Coral Sea, floor to ceiling panoramic windows, rainforest shower, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

Urban Suite - enter dates to see room photos

The suites boast a spacious balcony, separate bedroom and lounge area, fold-out double sofa, separate bath & shower, air conditioning and blackout blinds.

Family Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

The Family room features two interconnecting bedrooms, spacious twin balconies, two bathrooms with rainforest showers, air-conditioning and blackout blinds.

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious family room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.

Urban Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Sea Bath Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Resort Suite - enter dates to see room photos

This spacious suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as pool views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Sea Suite - enter dates to see room photos

This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double or Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as pool views. The unit has 2 beds.

Family Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views.

Riley Suite - enter dates to see room photos

This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. This suite features air conditioning, flat-screen TV with streaming services, sea views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Facilities of Crystalbrook Riley

General
Parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Billiards

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Room service, Special diet menus (on request)

Pools and wellness
Fitness centre, Hot tub, Massage, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Spa and wellness centre

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Concierge service, Currency exchange, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Tour desk

Common areas
Garden

Entertainment and children services
Babysitting/child services

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service

Business facilities
Meeting/banquet facilities

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Soundproof rooms

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Additional bathroom, Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bath, Bathrobe, Bathroom, City view, Clothes rack, Coffee machine, Desk, Dining table, Electric kettle, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Interconnected room(s) available, Iron, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Minibar, Outdoor furniture, Pool view, Refrigerator, Safety Deposit Box, Satellite Channels, Sea view, Seating Area, Shower, Slippers, Sofa, Soundproofing, Tea/Coffee Maker, Telephone, Toilet, Towels, Tumble dryer , TV, Upper floors accessible by lift, View, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Wake-up service, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 2 May 2026 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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14:00:00- hours

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-11:00:00 hours

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Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a credit card.
The credit card used to make the reservation must be presented on arrival for validation or an alternative card and payment will be requested.
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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Chris

“Superb”

10.0

01 May 2026

The room was nice and clean, I would say that the shower could have been a bit more powerful The pool are was nice and breakfast offered a nice selection.

Gayle

“Superb”

9.0

01 May 2026

Breakfast was great Huge selection of food and extremely clean and friendly staff

Lisa

“Overall had a great stay”

9.0

28 Apr 2026

The staff were friendly. The location was excellent. The bed was comfortable and loved the shower.

Michelle

“1st class tropical experience!”

10.0

28 Apr 2026

Luxurious 5 star accommodation with nothing lacking! Beautiful restaurants & pools/spa onsite, all in a very central location & within walking distance to the marina & shopping centres

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Hotel Crystalbrook Riley (formerly Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort)

131-141 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

Hotel Overview

Formerly Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

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Rooms List

King Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

Twin Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

King Room with Pool View - Resort - enter dates to see room photos

Twin Room with Pool View - Resort - enter dates to see room photos

King Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Sea Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

Urban Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room with City View - Urban - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

Urban Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

Sea Bath Panoramic King - enter dates to see room photos

Resort Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Sea Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Double or Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room with Sea View - enter dates to see room photos

Riley Suite - enter dates to see room photos

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