183 Esplanade , 4870 Cairns, Australia
#5 of 5 B&Bs and Inns in Cairns
Guests' ChoiceBased on 276 hotel reviews
6.9Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.7
Location
8.6
Facilities
6.9
Staff
7.7
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 May 2023
Janine
Australiarenovation noise started at 7, we were warned about noise but did not expect that early so no sleep after that time
Comfortable bed and location
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Joanna
AustraliaThe Bathroom had terrible water pressure, when having a shower. Took ages to get warm water, in shower, ages to heat up. And runs out of hot water very quickly. Very noisy tap fittings, and old, needed to be replaced as the bathtub handle basically fell off from being old and rust. I also did not enjoy the see through screens, used throughout the bathroom and kitchen, with no curtains, for privacy, just see through screens. I didn't feel comfortable at all, in the shower that's the last thing you want whilst trying to enjoy a shower. .
I liked the look of Floriana, and the difference in style and set up.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 13 April 2023
Jeanette
AustraliaIn serious need of renovation; narrow staircase; holes in floor covering; light outside the room stayed on all night; no iron or ironing board supplied in the room; iron provided on request, but leaked water on my clothes.
Great location; budget price; spacious; friendly helpful staff
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Carsten
Denmarkinstruction on how to use the washing machine and dryer on the webpages or when sending welcome mail would be helpful. I have booked again as I really liked the place 😂
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 11 April 2023
Isobella
Australiathe neglected gardens was sad, and the unfinished edge around the pool with a cigarette butt at the pool edge
loved the room, very comfortable
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 3 April 2023
Wayne
AustraliaAs above
Room clean and spacey. Abit dated too much light coming from hallway through door so bedroom was in direct line of hallway light. Hard too sleep with light.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 1 March 2023
Rachel
AustraliaThere were only beds in the room, no chairs. Only basics supplied, but I chose this place as it was a good price, so it was good value for money.
It is right on the Esplanade. It was a nice size room for one person. Clean. Fans and and airconditioner. Had a nice feel to the place. Good value for the price. I like the guest house feel. When renovations are completed, it will improve even more. Good that renovation jobs were only done during the day.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Teis
Finlandwas a quite place. clean, bed was good , shower good and close to town and beach
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2023
Angela
NetherlandsDuring our stay renovation work was carried out. This was very well communicated upfront, so we knew what to expect. Our room was a bit old fashioned,. But after the renovation work been done it will be a lovely space.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 8 December 2022
Alison
United Statesnot sure why this property is operating whilst under construction? no reception operating. I felt like I was staying in a vacated property. weird. very basic…rustic room.
location
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 22 November 2022
Gaylene
AustraliaPidgeons in and on roof making noise day and night
Giood location. Clean
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Macdonald
AustraliaShower curtain needs to be thicker so it doesn't blow up and stick to you
Shower hot, bed comfy, tea provided
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 16 September 2022
Rose
AustraliaGreat location, quiet
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 12 September 2022
Wendy
AustraliaThe vibrations and sound of a motor coming on and off somewhere else in the building during the night interrupted our sleep somewhat.
Great location, self contained, easy to find and easy to access all the beautiful places around Cairns. Very nice to be able to walk across the road and see the foreshore for sunset.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 30 August 2022
Allen
AustraliaRenovations and limited reception hindered access to the building (have to use back steps) . Room needs some maintenance and upgrading. Check in very cumbersome requiring Email of an ID document.
HISTORIC BUILDING with nice outlook (front rooms). Little flexibility with checking out.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 26 August 2022
Goatnz
AustraliaThe guest house is contactless for COVID safety which is fine, but our communication (eg on arrival) could have been improved, if the contactless approach is used, once we made contact, it was all seamless, with a lockbox.
The position right on the promenade & view from the front windows was superb, the 1.2 km walk into the center is pleasant along the waterfront... security is excellent with a locked gate, and room was comfy.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 22 August 2022
Anne-maree
AustraliaThe common area upstairs could be made nicer. For me too far from facilities and liveliness of Cairns. Also building works not a great look. Overpriced considering the works, which i was warned about. Even then I don't think I would stay here a week because it's too far away from supermarkets etc. Also I came in a reception had closed and left before opening so maybe I missed warm helpful friendly caretakers that might make it more enticing at another time
The building is an old house with lots of character. Comfortable beds, small kitchenette and microwave very handy. Very quiet and at the quiet end of the waterfront. I arrived early evening and left early morning so didn't get to fully appreciate the location. Close to airport.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 20 August 2022
Robyn
AustraliaA couple of chairs in the room would have been better , I dislike sitting on the bed . The facilities are basic and could be improved with just simple things eg matching plates , rather than feeling like left over crockery. I think once they finish their renovations this will be an absolute gem. The building has charm.
Currently undergoing some renovations, but they were very clear that was happening. Pool , BBQ area not accessible currently, but you can see when done it would be lovely spot to sit. Location was great right on the Esplanade with an easy walk into town. The room was clean , tidy and had all the basics.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 18 August 2022
Halford
AustraliaNO on site parking . Not happy with Booking .com .
Very good bed, very clean, handy to hospitals.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 5 August 2022
Glenn
AustraliaThe pool was in the middle of renovation so couldn't be used but as it wasn't mid summer it was fine.
Loved the window seat & the ability to open the windows, it was old-word charm & very comforting.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 28 July 2022
Lynda
AustraliaThe pool was out of action
Fantastic location at the northern end of the Esplanade. Friendly and helpful staff. The building is a bit rundown but has loads of charm
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 27 July 2022
Annette
AustraliaNo bathroom privacy. Walls were not all the way to the ceiling. Maybe this is part of the renos?
We have never stayed at a guest house before so thought we'd stay at Floriana to see what it's like. Not our cup of tea. It is a beautiful old home A lot of care is being taken in restoring her to her glory.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 25 July 2022
Chris
AustraliaThe building works were very loud from 8am. we had a concrete truck working outside our room with no notice that would happen. Access was limited to a back staircase. I only met our host by accident on the second day and they were not very welcoming. We were contacted saying the electricity would be off on our last day - so no power, lighting or hot water on the morning we were leaving. It took several communications to obtain any refund for our tariff for that night and the host finally agreed to $15 off. They did provide fresh towels after two days but I had to request them.
The location is good and bad. Only a short walk to the boardwalk and mudflats. Its near the hospital though so parking is difficult and you get ambulances and emergency helicopter at times. It has some lovely Art Deco features and the room was spacious with lovely windows facing the sea.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 16 July 2022
Isabelle
FranceNo proper door nor window for the room nor the bathroom we had, just mosquito mesh on the frame. So we were cold in the bathroom and the room. We have been provided additional bed covers the 2nd day, so at least we were not cold anymore while sleeping.
Location was nice The place has caracter
Stayed in July 2022
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