The Benson Hotel - Cairns
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The Benson Hotel
Cairns Cnr Spence & Grafton Streets
No. of rooms
101
WiFi
Pool
Parking
Meals
facilities
Rooms for singles
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Officially opening our doors on July 1, 2021, The Benson Hotel has taken over a previous hotel.
The property has been given new life from its external facade, through the lobby, to the deco-inspired restaurant and bar on level three, overlooking the city skyline.
Existing guest rooms have experienced a stage one refresh with new carpet, curtains, paint, and 55" smart TVs in the bathrooms, with furnishing to be refurbished in stage two over the coming months.
Located in the heart of the central business district, The Benson Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Convention Center, Reef Casino, reef departure terminals, Esplanade Lagoon, and Promenade. Free WiFi is included.
For a more active time, go canoeing or horseback riding. Make your own unique tour of the area with a rented bicycle or car. Return to a favorite drink at the bar, open Tuesday–Saturday.
The Benson Bar & Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication, offering an array of cocktails, modern dining, and local delicacies. Breakfast is available from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. every day. The bar opens from 3 p.m. until late on Friday and Saturday, with the restaurant serving meals from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. It also offers outdoor seating to enjoy the tropical climate.
The hotel day starts from hour 14:00 and ends at 10:00.
Please note that for bookings of 10 rooms or more, different policies or procedures apply. Please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that there is a 1.5% surcharge when you pay with Visa or Mastercard and 2% when using Amex when you pay with a credit card at the Hotels reception desk. The Hotel requests an incidental deposit of $50 per night, during your stay (as a deposit or an authorization on your card) for any incidental charges, any credit will be refunded on departure.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 thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Deluxe Terrace Room. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit offers 1 bed. ;
Benson Suite. This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed. ;
Standard Accessible Room. This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed. ;
Standard King Room. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed. ;
Standard Queen Room. Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as river views. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Superior Queen Room with Views. Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as lake views. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Superior King Room with Views. Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Garden
WiFi available in all areas
Swimming Pool
Special diet menus (on request)
Smoke alarms
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
CCTV in common areas
Outdoor pool
Fax/photocopyingadditional charge
Ironing serviceadditional charge
Lift
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Evening entertainment
Toilet with grab rails
Horse ridingoffsiteadditional charge
Snorkellingoffsiteadditional charge
Rooftop pool
Lower bathroom sink
Business centreadditional charge
First aid kit available
Dry cleaningadditional charge
Live music/performance
Process in place to check health of guests
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Daily housekeeping
Invoice provided
Wheelchair accessible
Internet services
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Restaurant
Mobile app for room service
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Breakfast takeaway containers
Terrace
WiFi
Live sport events (broadcast)
Designated smoking area
Parking garage
Tour desk
Non-smoking rooms
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Sun terrace
Parking on site
Swimming pool
Facilities for disabled guests
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Kid mealsadditional charge
Hikingoffsiteadditional charge
Parking
Divingoffsiteadditional charge
Cyclingoffsite
Bar
Key card access
Car hire
Cashless payment available
Higher level toilet
Security alarm
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Meeting/banquet facilitiesadditional charge
Private parking
Fishingoffsiteadditional charge
Outdoor pool (all year)
Outdoor furniture
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Fire extinguishers
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Face masks for guests available
Physical distancing rules followed
Happy houradditional charge
Concierge service
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Canoeingoffsiteadditional charge
Air conditioning
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Laundryadditional charge
Physical distancing in dining areas
CCTV outside property
Safety deposit box
Coffee house on site













