Luxury 5-Star Hotels in Cairns

Looking for luxury hotels Cairns travellers rave about? Meet Crystalbrook Riley, Crystalbrook Bailey and Crystalbrook Flynn - three designer stays on or near the Cairns Esplanade. If you’re chasing the best hotel in Cairns for rooftop cocktails, lagoon-style pools, day spas and spacious suites, you’ll find it here. Among Cairns five star hotels, Crystalbrook is where contemporary luxury meets tropical ease.

Five-Star Facilities & Services

Settle into a 5 star hotel in Cairns with all the trimmings:

  • Resort-style pools: From Crystalbrook Riley’s 1000+ sqm lagoon pool and man-made beach to chic cityside pools at Crystalbrook Bailey and Crystalbrook Flynn
  • Day spas: Bespoke treatments at Eléme Day Spa (located at Crystalbrook Riley and Crystalbrook Flynn)
  • Dining & bars:
    • Crystalbrook Riley - Rocco (rooftop), Paper Crane (Asian-inspired), Calypso Club (seafood & rum)
    • Crystalbrook Bailey - CC’s Bar and Grill (award-winning steakhouse), Pachamama (Latin poolside), ARTE (neighbourhood cafe)
    • Crystalbrook Flynn - Flynn’s Italian, Whiskey & Wine, Boardwalk Social
  • Gyms: Well-equipped fitness spaces to keep your routine on track
  • Rooms, suites & residences: Private balconies, interconnecting options, generous bathrooms; Bailey Residences add apartment-style living for longer stays
  • Location: Steps to the Cairns Lagoon, Reef Fleet Terminal and waterfront dining
  • Responsible Luxury: Contemporary comfort with a lighter environmental footprint

Stay Your Way

Crystalbrook Riley Crystalbrook Bailey Crystalbrook Flynn

  • Crystalbrook Riley - Live in the moment. A resort-style 5-star hotel in Cairns with a show-stopping lagoon pool, bespoke treatments at Eléme Day Spa, rooftop bar Rocco for golden-hour views, Paper Crane for bold flavours and Calypso Club for laid-back coastal vibes.
  • Crystalbrook Bailey - Thoughtful and arty. A creative take on luxury hotels in Cairns, with gallery-inspired spaces, CC’s Bar and Grill, poolside Pachamama and fresh brews at ARTE. Bailey Residences offer self-contained convenience.
  • Crystalbrook Flynn - The social butterfly. Three levels of flavour at Flynn’s Italian, Whiskey & Wine and Boardwalk Social, plus Eléme Day Spa for pampering between reef days and city nights.

Crystalbrook Collection: Cairns’ Best Luxury Hotel Choice

  • Prime Esplanade positions close to marina departures for the Great Barrier Reef
  • Signature dining and rooftop moments without leaving the hotel
  • Resort-style leisure: pools, spas and gyms across the collection
  • Designer rooms and spacious suites (plus residence options)
  • Sustainable, modern hospitality that feels good and does good

Ready to book one of the best hotels in Cairns? Explore Crystalbrook Riley, Crystalbrook Bailey and Crystalbrook Flynn, check the latest offers, and choose the luxury that suits your style.