The Benson Hotel - Cairns

3.5-star city-center hotel with rooftop pool and deco-inspired design in Cairns

Dining & Entertainment

The Benson Hotel Cairns operates two on-site restaurants: Benson Bar & Restaurant and Cafe China. Benson Bar & Restaurant serves a mix of modern dining and local delicacies, with outdoor seating open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The bar offers happy hour, live music, and live sport events on Friday and Saturday evenings, plus a breakfast buffet from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily.

Rooms & Suites

The Benson Hotel has undergone a stage one refresh that added new carpet, curtains, paint, and 55-inch smart TVs in bathrooms. Existing room types include Standard King Room, Standard Queen Room, Deluxe Terrace Room, and Superior Queen Room with Views. Each room features a private balcony with ocean or mountain views, and the Deluxe Terrace Room includes outdoor furniture on a private terrace.

Recreation & Wellness

The Benson Cairns offers three swimming pools, including a rooftop pool with panoramic views of Cairns and the Coral Sea. Guests can use the tennis courts and the fitness center, or borrow bicycles for self-guided tours of the area. The hotel also provides access to canoeing and horseback riding through local operators.

Business & Practical Amenities

The Benson Hotel Cairns contains conference and banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 250 guests, with a dedicated business centre and fax/photocopying services. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk with concierge, luggage storage, and a tour desk for booking reef trips and local attractions. Private parking is available in a secure garage for a daily fee, and car hire can be arranged through reception.

Location & Design

The Benson Hotel is located in the Cairns central business district, a 5-minute walk from the Convention Center, Reef Casino, reef departure terminals, and the Esplanade Lagoon. The property features a deco-inspired design visible in the external facade, lobby, and the restaurant and bar on level three overlooking the city skyline. Officially opening on July 1, 2021, the hotel has been fully refurbished from its previous incarnation.

• Rooms: 55" smart TVs in bathrooms, deco-inspired decor
• Dining: Benson Bar & Restaurant, Cafe China, local delicacies
• Amenities: Rooftop pool, tennis courts, fitness center
• Business: Conference rooms for 250 guests, 24-hour reception
• Location: 5-minute walk to Convention Center, Esplanade Lagoon
• Sustainability: Fresh menu options, emphasis on health and wellness