Question 1

How much does an event cost at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Please enquire for pricing and availability.

This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Question 2

What type of events can be hosted at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The following types of events can be held at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns:

- 30th Birthday Party

- 40th Birthday Party

- 50th Birthday Party

- AGM

- Awards Dinner

- Bar Mitzvah

- Birthday Party

- Christening

- Wedding

- Workshop

- 18th Birthday Party

- 21st Birthday Party

- University Ball

- Trivia Night

- Trade Show

- Seminar

- Christmas Party

- Cocktail Party

- Conference

- Corporate Function

- Corporate Offsite

- Corporate Retreat

- End of Financial Year Party

- Engagement Party

- Executive Retreat

- Function

- Gala Dinner

- Hens Night

- Meeting

- Networking Event

- Product Launch

- Residential Conference

- School Formal

- Bucks Night

- Ceremony

- Bridal shower

- Baby shower

- Bat Mitzvah

- Private Dining

- Exhibition

- Training

If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

Question 3

How do I find out if Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is available for my event date?

Accepted Answer

The best way to find out if Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

Question 4

What catering / food and beverage options are available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Accepted Answer

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns:

- Bar Tab

- Inhouse Catering

- Filtered Water

- Coffee / Tea

For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

Question 5

What steps are involved in booking an event at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Accepted Answer

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.

Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:

- Event type

- Number of people attending

- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)

- Budget (per person or total)

- Room layout

- Food and beverage / catering requirements

- Any other requirements

Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Rydges Esplanade Resort to check:

1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?

2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?

This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.

If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).

VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns if you book via us.

Question 6

I have more questions. How do I get in contact?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page

The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

Question 7

What type of hotel rooms are available at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Hotel?

Accepted Answer

Our Cairns resort rooms and family rooms are spacious and bright, all with private balconies and stunning views over the Coral Sea and picturesque Cairns Esplanade. All rooms feature private balconies, air-conditioning and ceiling fans, work desk, LCD TV, free wifi, hairdryer, iron & ironing board, and tea & coffee making facilities. Rooms also boast ensuite bathrooms with shower over bath. The hotel's fully self-contained apartments are also equipped with kitchens and offer the comfort of home away from home.

The resort's accommodation options are as follows:

-Garden View Room

-Mountain View Room

-Ocean View Room

-Executive Room

-Family Room

-Studio Room

-One Bedroom Tower Apartment

-Two Bedroom Tower Apartment

-Tower Apartment Twin

To learn more details about Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns accommodation and the room prices, visit this website.

Question 8

What time is check-in and check-out at Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns?

Accepted Answer

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

Question 9

Where is Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Hotel located?

Accepted Answer

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is located at 209-217 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

Question 10

What is within walking distance of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Hotel?

Accepted Answer

Located conveniently on the Esplanade, Rydges Esplanade Resort is within walking distance of a vast array of Cairns' finest shopping and dining facilities, such as the Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Rusty's Markets, and Cairns Night Markets. Guests may also visit attractions like The Center of Contemporary Arts, The Cairns Museum, Cairns Botanic Gardens, Green Island and Cairns Aquarium. The Resort is also the perfect base to explore the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage rainforest areas.

Question 11

What are the event spaces at  Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns City Hotel?

Accepted Answer

The Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns has over 1200 square metres of flexible meeting space with natural light and views across the water, making it a spectacular location for your event in Cairns! Choose from many event spaces, each with its own unique features and benefits:

Joseph Banks Ballroom

The expansive, versatile conferencing or dining area is perfect for hosting events with your guests. This room can easily be accessed by stairs and offers a lobby that's large enough to hold registration or break times in case you need them!

Crystal Twig Room

With its elegant setting, stellar food and professional staff - Crystal Twig is one of the best-kept secrets in town! Whether you're looking for an intimate night out or want to host your next conference here- our fine dining room will not disappoint.

Golden Palm Room

The Golden Palm Room is the perfect room for any meeting or event. With its private entry foyer and practical shape, it's versatile enough to be used in either U-Shape seating style or L circle formation with ease!

Rah Rah Room & Terrace

This fantastic indoor/outdoor space includes a large terrace area that offers the perfect setting for your next event. With stunning views of our lagoon pool and lush landscaping all around you'll be able to enjoy some relaxing time with friends or family while looking out over this incredible scenery!

Fire & Ice Terrace

The Fire and Ice Terrace is perfect for cocktails, dinner events and gala dinners. Located on the ground floor of our property it has views across the Esplanade with natural breezes that can't be found anywhere else!

Pool Deck

What's more fun than throwing a poolside party? Not much! Furnish your guests with an event on the deck of one of the resort's lagoon-style swimming pools. With natural breezes and stars as their ceiling, these spaces are perfect for cocktail hours or smaller dinners.

Coral Hedge Bar

The Coral Hedge Bar is adjacent to the restaurant and Fire & Ice Terrace, where you can have your drink outdoors and enjoy the Cairns weather.

Executive Boardroom

The perfect room for small meetings, the boardroom style can comfortably seat 18 people. With plenty of windows to offer natural light or curtains that block out any distractions and allow you to focus on your presentation--this space becomes an excellent place to hold interviews as well!

Question 12

What are the facilities at Rydges Esplanade Resort Hotel?

Accepted Answer

There are three superb resort swimming pools, two tennis courts, and a complete complementary health and fitness centre all these facilities are set within the lush tropical surround. Guests may also dine at the on-site restaurant called Coral Hedge Brasserie restaurant.

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