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Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns

5.0 of 5
Pierpoint Rd, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
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Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Singapore
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I booked the king suite with harbor views for June 3-10, 2013. We've stayed at many Shangii-la properties in Asia (both business and pleasure) and this property was unfortunately not up to the Shangri-la (or a 5-star property) standard. The location and view were quite nice however our room was underwhelming (stained carpet, curtains not hung properly, light bulbs not... More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013 via mobile

Stayed on weekend of Ironman as support team, myself and son. Greeted with professionalism on arrival and appropriate gentle questioning to ensure our stay was trouble free. This included organisation of a boxed breakfast on the departure day because of a very early check out. It was a weekend of enormous positivity because of the event and was reflected all... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I always stay in Shangri-La hotels all over Asia. They are usually fantastic. So when we decided to have a long weekend in Cairns we booked a suite with high expectations. Parking was ordinary, reception staff were friendly but appeared disorganised. Our room was miles away from anything through a labyrinth of hallways and two lifts. The room was huge... More

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New Delhi, India
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27 reviews 27 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

I can't believe this is the shangri-la group hotel which is considered to be a brand perceived as more than staying at a 5Star! Staff are careless, lost/destroyed my and my wife's original travel documents....keep on charging you for things you have already paid for, on questioning blame game on each other and complete mismatch, lack of cordination amongst eachother... More

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NicODonnell, General Manager at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Dear clubgauravGuptaa, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your comments following your recent stay with us and I sincerely apologise for the issues you encountered during your time with us.. Obviously your feedback is very concerning and I am aware our Director of Sales and Marketing has been in contact with you and is following up... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

the location is good but I was expecting more from 5 star hotel and also the deluxe marina view room. The airway of the air conditioning was not cleaned at all and very dusty. Overall, this was disappointing.

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

We stayed for three nights early June and had a great experience. On arrival, having been to a lot of Asian hotels we thought the styling was a little austere. But, we fell in love. This hotel is in a great position for taking a stroll, the markets etc. We had an Horizon club room overlooking the Marina and as... More

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Charleston, South Carolina
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

I stayed in a Horizon Club suite for both business and leisure. Check-in was slow and the room wasn't ready. I appreciated the waiting area, however. It was a relief to be able to sit after a lot of travel. The staff was helpful and friendly. I loved the large windows and glass shower, but was a bit disappointed the... More

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South Mission Beach, Queensland, Australia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

This hotel is in a lovely location, easy to walk places around the city, comfortable and spacious rooms. We had a standard room with view to the city, which was very pleasant. Lots of facilities, shops and eateries in this complex. We stay in Cairns quite often and never new about the choice of restaurants at this location.

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NicODonnell, General Manager at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear Sonia B, Thank you for your lovely review and so pleased to know you had a most enjoyable stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back the next time you are up in Cairns. Nic O’Donnell General Manager More

Christchurch
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

I have stayed at the Shangrila La Cairns twice now, and both times enjoyed the stay. The decor was in need of bringing into the 2013's but was tidy and relatively presentable. Rooms were very comfortable, one stay was on the city side, and another stay in a garden room. Swimming pools were lovely and very enjoyable. My only concerns... More

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NicODonnell, General Manager at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear Rosa026, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience following your stay with us back in November. I appreciate your feedback on the signage throughout the hotel and we will certainly look into what we can do to make it easier for guests to navigate around the property. I have also spoken to our Food & Beverage... More

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This was my first destination in a week and a half stay in northern QLD. On arrival to Shangri-La i was greeted by friendly staff who struck up conversation. I was in a room big enough for myself and probably three more people, thanks to an upgrade deal offered! Had a lovely view over the esplanade and sea view. The... More

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NicODonnell, General Manager at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Dear kath_t86, We are absolutely delighted that you had such a memorable experience with us as the start to your Tropical North Queensland holiday. I want to thank you very much for taking the time to share your experiences with your fellow travellers and for also allowing me the opportunity to share more great feedback with the dedicated team we... More

 
 
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What travellers say

  • Horizon club(57)
  • Pool area(20)
  • Great location(19)
  • Room service(19)
  • Friendly and helpful(16)
  • Very good(8)
  • Marina view(8)
  • Free internet(7)
  • Buffet breakfast(7)
  • Star hotel(5)

Additional Information about Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns

Address: Pierpoint Rd, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
Region: Australia > Queensland > Cairns Region > Cairns
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Luxury Hotels in Cairns
#8 Business Hotels in Cairns
#11 Family Hotels in Cairns
Price range (per night): S$209 - 363
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Ideally located in the heart of Cairns, the Shangri-La Hotel overlooks Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay and the lush green mountains of Cairns.The hotel—which recently completed a comprehensive AU$35 million redevelopment is a short stroll to the Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns’ premier dining precinct The Pier. The upgraded hotel offers airy, modern accommodations with elegant furniture and spectacular views of the Marina. Shangri-La’s renowned Horizon Club is the only true five-star club floor facility. ... more   less 
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