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Reviews of Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns 5 stars

Pierpoint Road, 4870 Cairns, Australia

#13 of 72 hotels in Cairns

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Review score

Based on 3308 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 14 November 2024

    10
    Can’t wait to come back and stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Horizon Club Room with Club Lounge Access
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Enjoyed nil negatives

    Horizon club very good variety over five days always fresh and plentiful well presented

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Room with Sea View Twin Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool bar limited in what they can serve eg can't get a simple vodka and soda . Disliked the pool lounges as they were in fabric and stained easily.

    Doorman and domestic staff. Positioned well for walking .

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2024

    8.0
    Family stay was lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be cleaner. Front desk staff could be nicer. Vanessa was lovely. Housekeeping was great.

    Conveniently located on the pier and close to many restaurants. The room and hotel was nice but this Shangri-La isn’t like the others I’ve stayed at, not as premium as you’d expect. Not as tidy, foyer isn’t as welcoming, awnings are dirty, etc. Still, the hotel and room was pleasant for our group with kiddies and grandparents. Kiddie pool is great height.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2024

    9.0
    Excellent place to stay in cairns
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious , lovely views , friendly staff.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Marina Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The bathroom could do with renovating as it has a shower in a high sided bath which was difficult to get in & out of as an older person. Also the shower head was very small. Parts of the decking around the pool area was warped & it was very hot to walk on without shoes. We were also very unhappy with having to pay upfront a $100 per night security fee ($600 in total) which was deducted on arrival and not refunded to our account until 5 business days later....unsatisfactory.

    We stayed in the executive suite and there was a lovely balcony that overlooked to Marina. Spacious sized room with a very comfy king size bed Lovely sized pool with lots of comfy sun lounge chairs and the pool was not hidden in shade by the surrounding buildings (unlike some other resorts). Great location if you plan to do a boating trip. Lots of restaurants nearby.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Horizon Club Room with Club Lounge Access
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were excellent and close to everything

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    10
    Brilliant value for money.
    • Couple
    • Horizon Club Room with Club Lounge Access
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe could have been some more umbrellas around the pool, but minor problem, I’m sure they would have got more if asked.

    The location is fabulous. The hotel itself is filled with friendly staff, nothing is too much trouble. It is clean, well resourced and well thought out. The chamber staff spent a great deal of time in each room, which could only mean attention to detail. The rooms were spacious and the quality of bedding, towels and robes were luxurious, we really felt very spoilt. The view from our room was spectacular, very surreal and had an enormous WoW factor.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    10
    We has a wonderful stay and would love to visit again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Location was so convenient, close to all major activities in Cairns. If you’re looking into reef tours, the location can’t be better. Breakfast was also great, especially the egg dishes made on order. Wonderful breakfast to start the day. Staffs were also professional, and very helpful. The tour desk was exceptionally helpful in making my trips easier rather than trying to book it myself. Would definitely recommend!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional staff, facilities, location, food & beverage and above all - customer service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The service, staff, facilities, rooms, Horizon Club & food & beverages are all exceptional. The best Hotel we have stayed in many years. The Customer service was fantastic - something very rare in this industry.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    7.0
    Cozy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cozy room, kind staff

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    For someone who drinks a lot of coffee, the coffee shop was hit or miss depending on what time of day you head down to it.

    Located right in the center of Cairns on the water. We got a great value for the stay and our Great Barrier Reef Tour location was right across the parking lot and a nice developed walk area down by the water.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    8.0
    A good reasonably priced hotel in a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Sea View Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location. Spacious and clean

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    9.0
    So close to CBD and wharf restaurants bars and of course the water
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic Location, Great Staff and very clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    this relates to the shopping mall not the hotel, it is only 50% occupied

    The Location is fantastic, numerous choices of restaurants attached to the complex, close to boardwalk and other areas to walk and just a short walk to the city centre. The room was great, air cond worked well and lots of room. Lastly and most importantly the Team are awesome, very friendly and nothing was too much trouble.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    10
    Great Hotel, location was amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location of this hotel was excellent

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    9.0
    Cairns Holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a little uncomfortable.

    Location was great, staff we friendly and professional, the room was spacious and updated

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    7.0
    Great location but not modern in the communal areas. Pool area needs a lot of work.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Marina Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This property is ageing. Whilst the room has had a nice update the whole pool area is very tired.

    Excellent location, very central. Great views of the harbour.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    9.0
    We would return again for the location alone. Next trip we would stay longer and make greater use of onsite facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Marina Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it’s huge and long hallways seem impersonal

    Location location location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our late check out after having a big night on the town Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillow, need a choice of Hard and soft. I will bring my own next time.

    Position and Pool

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    10
    thank you.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    everything

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs a good clean

    Bed and location

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    7.0
    Best location with lots of eateries very close by
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Housekeeping - had to chase down housekeeping twice as it didn’t happen.

    Location was fantastic! Restaurant was wonderful- we had beautiful meals there two nights! Coffee from cafe was great also!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    8.0
    Everything within walking distance
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, perfect if you’re exploring Cairns or doing a trip to the Great Barrier Reef

    Stayed in October 2024

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