Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
The Shangri-La Cairns is situated along the marina in breathtaking Cairns, just a short boat ride from the Great Barrier Reef. The hotel offers convenient access to Cairns' abundant recreational activities, including water sports, beaches, rafting, bungee jumping, river cruises, golf, and rainforest walks. Located in central Cairns, the hotel features a stunning outdoor pool and a separate children's pool. The Backyard restaurant offers innovative Australian cuisine and features live entertainment Thursday through Saturday nights, along with savory tapas and a selection of boutique beers and cocktails. Conference and meeting facilities are also available, with a variety of meeting rooms and spaces. The hotel comprises 255 elegant, contemporary guest rooms and suites across four floors. Amenities include luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets, free high-speed Wi-Fi, an electronic safe, and a balcony with city, garden, or waterfront views. Horizon Club level accommodations provide additional premium features, including a private concierge and access to the exclusive Horizon Club Lounge with complimentary light buffet breakfast, snacks, and evening drinks. For more information on our health and hygiene precautionary measures, cancellation fee waivers, and Golden Circle, please visit shangri-la. com/cares.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 625 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-04
Guests praise the prime waterfront location, spacious rooms, friendly staff, and excellent breakfast. Common complaints include aging facilities, maintenance issues (leaks/smells), long corridors, and noise, reflecting mixed experiences.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYSuitable for those prioritizing location/views. Request high-floor rooms away from bars to avoid noise and inspect facilities upon arrival.
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Room types · 20
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Horizon Club One Bedroom Suite
This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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One-Bedroom Suite
The spacious air-conditioned room features a separate bedroom and lounge area. There is free WiFi available throughout.
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One-Bedroom Twin Suite
This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Horizon Club City View Room with Club Lounge Access
The unit offers 1 bed.
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Horizon Club Marina View Room King
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>603-sq-foot room, balcony with marina views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Fixed shower seat, visual fire alarm, wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 31, grab bar near toilet, low-height door lock, bathroom emergency pull cord, wheelchair accessible, transfer shower, lever door handles, doorbell and phone notification, wheelchair-width doorways, shower grab bar height (inches): 31, height-adjustable showerhead, and toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Horizon Club Marina View Room with Club Lounge Access
Stylishly appointed rooms with a spacious deck from which to enjoy the eye-level views of Marlin Marina or the famous Cairns Esplanade. Includes free WiFi and full access to the property's exclusive Horizon Club Lounge with light buffet breakfast daily, all day refreshments and evening drinks and canapés. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests.
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Horizon Club Twin Room
The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Horizon Marina View Room Twin
<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>603-sq-foot room, balcony with marina views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Marina View Suite
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>533-sq-foot room, balcony with marina views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Suite, City View
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>533-sq-foot room, balcony with city views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Marina View Suite
This air-conditioned suite features a seating area with a cable TV, a mini-bar and a private bathroom. The balcony offers either sea views or city views. There is free WiFi available throughout.
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Deluxe Double Room
Beautifully appointed guest room with a private balcony offering views of either the hotel gardens or Cairns City. Free WiFi is included.
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Deluxe Room King
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>355-sq-foot room, balcony with city views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38, hand-held showerhead, grab bar near toilet, visual fire alarm, transfer shower, wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 31, wheelchair-width doorways, wheelchair accessible, bathroom emergency pull cord, wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 31, doorbell and phone notification, wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, fixed shower seat, lever door handles, shower grab bar height (inches): 31, low-height door lock, and roll-in shower width (inches): 28</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Deluxe Room with Sea View
Beautifully appointed guest room with your own private balcony overlooking Trinity Bay and the sea. Free WiFi is included.
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Deluxe Room with Sea View Twin Room
This beautifully appointed guest room has its own private balcony overlooking Trinity Bay and the sea. Free WiFi is included.
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Deluxe Twin Room
This beautifully appointed guest room includes a private balcony offering views of either the hotel gardens or Cairns City.Free WiFi is included.
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Executive Marina Room
This beautiful contemporary-style room enjoys stunning views over the Cairns Marlin Marina. All rooms have an inter-connecting room option, and a balcony to enjoy the water views. Free WiFi is offered. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.
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Executive Marina Twin Room
This beautiful, contemporary-style room enjoys stunning views over the Cairns Marlin Marina. All rooms have an inter-connecting room option, and a balcony to enjoy the water views. Free WiFi is included. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.
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Executive Marina View King
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>350-sq-foot room, balcony with marina views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Marina View Twin
<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>355-sq-foot room, balcony with marina views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch LCD TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens, a pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Toilet grab bar height (inches): 38</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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