BreakFree Royal Harbour

Hotels
BreakFree
8.3 (1152 reviews)
60 Abbott Street , Cairns , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Garden
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable room condition
Parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Issues noted with cleanliness, such as mould spots and ineffective bathroom facilities.
Service
9.1
Staff are described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.1
Great location mentioned frequently, being close to attractions.
Room Quality
7.1
Some rooms described as uncomfortable due to mattress quality and age.
Amenities
8.6
Amenities like a pool and BBQ facilities received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.1
Concerns about parking fees and renovation disturbances affected perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.4
No specifics given, but a general expectation for dining options near the location.
Overall Experience
8.4
Mixed feelings due to some negatives, but many positive experiences noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:15

Property Description

Luxurious Apartments with Stunning Views
BreakFree Royal Harbour offers a relaxing stay just a few minutes from Cairns Lagoon. Enjoy the comfort of a spa bath and a private balcony overlooking Trinity Bay or the lush garden.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Situated in the heart of Cairns, our apartments are close to major attractions like Cairns Central Shopping Mall and Cairns Wildlife Dome. With laundry facilities, a kitchenette, and air-conditioning in each apartment, your stay will be convenient and comfortable.

Relaxing Outdoor Pool and Activities
Unwind by the outdoor pool or stay active at the fitness centre. Let our tour desk help you plan exciting activities like scuba diving and snorkelling. End your day with a casual meal at the barbecue area. Book now for a memorable stay at BreakFree Royal Harbour.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Please note that your payments will be processed by the Mantra Group/SAMARAD; this will appear on your bank statement as Peppers/Mantra/BFree Surfers Paradise. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please note that rooms are serviced once a week. Please note that this property requires a refundable AUD200 credit card pre-authorization or cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges. When booking for 3 or more rooms, different policies and procedures apply. For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. For guests arriving by car or taxi, please arrive at the rear entrance where the reception and car parking is located - Level 1, 60 Abbott Street. This is located above the Night Markets.

Please note that our exterior building is being repainted until April 5, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CNS

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1152 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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ALFIO couple au
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Lance solo_traveller au
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Sharlene couple au
9
Pros:

View was fantastic, apartment large and clean, location great.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Lee couple au
9
We had a great time and the people at the desk and around were very nice.
Pros:

Great location, balcony looking over the esplanade and ocean view, sunrise beautiful. Separate bedroom, comfy chair in lounge area.

Cons:

the pool wasn't warm.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Danielle couple au
2
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Renae couple au
10
Sea-view room was fantastic
Pros:

Best part of our Cairns stay was coming back to this beautiful room each day. The sea view balcony room was superb

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children au
9
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Kim couple au
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Pauline couple au
9
Great view with a very comfortable room close to everything.
Pros:

The view was wonderful from the seventh floor. The location was excellent so close to restaurants and the night market , harbour and swimming lagoon. Swimming towels were in the room. The bed was extremely comfortable and it was very quiet at night. Although an older unit it was freshly painted. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The curving knives were blunt and there was no dishwasher or grater in the kitchen

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller pg
8
Pleasant stay in a perfect location but with some annoying features that could easily be fixed
Pros:

Central location and view (garden).
Friendly staff

Cons:

No bedspread on the bed, no hot air dryer
Noisy external AC condenser on the balcony
Strong pungent smell when first entering the apartment

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Dianne solo_traveller au
9
Our trip was made all the better due to the great location and breathtaking views. Staff were extremely helpful.
Pros:

Great location, clean and staff are amazing.

Cons:

Rooms a bit dated.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Tina solo_traveller au
10
Perfect location
Pros:

This was our 2nd time staying at royal harbour. We love the location and all the facilities. All staff were very helpful. Such easy access to everything on the esplanade and harbour

Cons:

It would be nice to be able to book a guaranteed parking space, it was a struggle when getting in late to find a space

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Sushil family_with_children au
5
Pros:

Location is prime and that was the best thing about the property

Cons:

1. Sofa bed was of very poor quality
2. Rooms looked dated with plaster falling away from the ceiling
3. The lifts went out of order on the last day
4. Cleanliness of the rooms was questionable

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Jack couple au
10
Pros:

location

Cons:

n/a

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Alicia solo_traveller au
5
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Jeanne solo_traveller au
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Malcolm couple au
7
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Georgina couple au
2
Not happy
Pros:

1. Location
2.politeness of staff —after I told them how dirty the apartment was.
When a complaint was put through, they were prompt to respond the next day and offer me a 25% discount.

Cons:

It is okay that they did not have the dishwasher, but the dishes were only wiped down with a chucks and I could tell as there was dust all over the glasses. Also the coffee mugs had coffee stains on them. The cutlery drawer was full of crumbs
when I asked reception to borrow the mop I mopped twice and even when I wiped the tiles after two mopping with a towel the towel came out black. Totally unacceptable. Cleanliness should never be negotiable
Although the property was rated 4 star, It was very old and tired and the pictures in booking.com were very deceiving.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Lee couple au
7
Pros:

Location and view

Cons:

Very limited Kitchen equipment - had to go and buy more. Didn't get the room I requested. Cleanliness was not as good as in previous years

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Annette solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Very good location

Cons:

That there was a window between the kitchen and the toilet just weird.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee