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Hotel Alivio Hotel Cairns (formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel)

136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

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Hotel Overview

Alivio Hotel Cairns is ideally located just 3 blocks from the city centre and 10 minutes drive from the Cairns International Airport. The hotel has a beautiful backyard with a large sun deck, an outdoor swimming pool and a heated spa that can be used free of charge.
The hotel's location is the perfect starting point for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Atherton Tablelands. The rooms are decorated in a tropical style, and all have air conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, a fridge and a private en suite bathroom.
Get advice at the tour desk before exploring the area. Guests also enjoy free WiFi and free secure car parking.

Formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel

Before July 2025 Alivio Hotel Cairns was known as Sunshine Tower Hotel

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Superior Studio (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

This double room has a electric kettle, view and seating area. Cooking utensils are available upon request. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.

Superior + balcony (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

This air-conditioned, modern studio has been fully renovated, and features a TV and a Bluetooth clock radio. Cooking utensils are available upon request. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.

Standard Queen Room - enter dates to see room photos

This air-conditioned, modern studio has been fully renovated, and a TV and a Bluetooth clock radio. Cooking utensils are available upon request. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.

1 bedroom apartment (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

This apartment features a stovetop, sofa and iPod dock. Cooking utensils are available upon request. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.

King Split + balcony (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

This apartment comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The well-equipped kitchen features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

This apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchen features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Split + balcony (Mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

The well-equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower.

Superior Studio (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-equipped kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Studio (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as pool views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Balcony - enter dates to see room photos

Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a balcony with pool views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Facilities of Alivio Hotel Cairns

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Fishing, Golf course (within 3 km), Hiking, Snorkelling

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Grocery deliveries, Restaurant, Special diet menus (on request)

Pools and wellness
Hot tub, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year)

Transportation
Car hire, Electric vehicle charging station

Front-desk/reception area services
Concierge service, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box, Tour desk

Common areas
Garden, Sun terrace, Terrace

Cleaning services
Laundry

Business facilities
Fax/photocopying

Shops
Barber/beauty shop

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

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Alarm clock, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, City view, Cleaning products, Clothes rack, Desk, Dining area, Dining table, Electric kettle, Entire unit located on ground floor, Extra Long Beds (> 2 metres), Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Iron, Ironing Facilities, Kitchen, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Linen, Microwave, Mountain view, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Pool view, Radio, Refrigerator, Sea view, Seating Area, Shower, Sofa, Soundproofing, Tea/Coffee Maker, Terrace, Tile/Marble floor, Toilet, Towels, TV, Upper floors accessible by lift, View, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 23 Apr 2026 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please note that there is a 1.3% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard and 2.5% with Amex or JCB.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. 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. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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Anthony

“Very good”

8.0

18 Apr 2026

Room a great size location was OK 10 minute walk to the esplanade. The front desk staff were very good.

Anthony

“Superb”

10.0

13 Apr 2026

Everything was wat i expected lovely stuff location and most of all beautiful room

Ala

“Great hotel, friendly staff”

9.0

07 Apr 2026

Great hotel, well located, very friendly staff, perfectly clean, comfortable beds, nice view.

Lauren

“An affordable option in close proximity to Cairns CBD”

8.0

06 Apr 2026

Spacious room, polite staff, easy late checkin process and a very comfy bed. A good option on the outskirts of the CBD at a reasonable price. Free private parking was a bonus too. The pool area looked nice but due to the weather we sadly didn't get to use this.

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Hotel Alivio Hotel Cairns (formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel)

136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

Hotel Overview

Formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel

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Rooms List

Superior Studio (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior + balcony (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Queen Room - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

King Split + balcony (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

King Split + balcony (Mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Studio (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Studio (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Balcony - enter dates to see room photos

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Hotel Alivio Hotel Cairns (formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel)

136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

Hotel Overview

Formerly Sunshine Tower Hotel

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Rooms List

Superior Studio (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior + balcony (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Queen Room - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

King Split + balcony (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

1 bedroom apartment (mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

King Split + balcony (Mountain view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Studio (ocean view) - enter dates to see room photos

Superior Studio (pool side) - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Balcony - enter dates to see room photos

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“An affordable option in close proximity to Cairns CBD”

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