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Experience The Benson

On the outside, the Benson shows off its unique beauty, built in 1984 and reimagined in 2021, The Benson Hotel is set to become a Cairns City Favourite. Benson offers sweeping views over the city to the water and mountains. Inside, you’ll find vibrant, comfortable interiors and newly refurbed. 

At Level 3, The Benson Bar & Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication, offering an array of cocktails, modern dining and local delicacies. 

Our Rooms
Overlooking vibrant Grafton and Spence streets, The Benson offers locals, relaxed vacationers and business travellers comfortable and affordable accommodation in the heart of the CBD. Our well appointed rooms, superspeed wifi, dynamic event spaces and friendly Benson team will make you feel at home.

Bespoke Function

Spaces

Experience the Benson’s boutique hospitality when you plan your next event or special occasion. Offering multiple indoor and outdoor function spaces around the hotel, The Benson Hotel is bound to have something that suits every individual or group. Enquire with us today to find out how we can make your event an astounding success.

Welcome to BFF Rewards
(Best Friends Forever)
Join BFF Rewards for free and elevate your stay at The Benson! Enjoy a range of fantastic benefits designed to make your experience unforgettable.

As a member, you’ll receive:

10% Off available room rates
20% Off at The Benson Restaurant on Level 3 (dinner only)
Complimentary Bottle of Wine with every stay
Priority Check-In & Late Check-Out for added convenience
Complimentary Parking to make your visit stress-free

Terms and Conditions Apply.

Sign up today and start enjoying the perks of being a BFF! Your unforgettable stay awaits.

BFF REwards
Dine & Drink
Capturing the essence and tranquillity of Far North Queensland, The Benson Bar & Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication. Offering an array of cocktails, local delicacies and views of the Cairns CBD, you won’t want to miss what all the buzz is about. 
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GIFT CARDS

Suitable for any occasion, a Benson Gift Card allows you to stay at our hotel or eat and drink at our Restaurant & Bar.

Contact our team today to purchase a Gift Card.

E: hello@thebensonhotel.com.au | P: (07) 4046 0300

Testimonials

What our customers are saying!

AMAZING STAY!

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Benson! When we arrived after many delayed flight issues, the staff were super understanding and accomodating. They are also very active on their booking.com messages and were replying to our updates promptly. The rooms were perfect and we had a beautiful view from our balcony. The breakfast was amazing, proper cafe-style menu and it was delicious!

We couldn’t fault our stay here and will definitely be staying again 😍

Highly Recommend

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“Great Cairns hotel with a cool South Beach Miami vibe. Perfect central location and the restaurant has delicious meals at local prices. Highly recommended.”

Service & staff were really impressive!

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The service from the staff was really impressive! I stayed only one night over the weekend and at every interaction the staff were polite, friendly, and accommodating. Really happy with my stay and recommend to everyone. P.s the pool and restaurant are lovely too!

So convenient and friendly

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These guys are very nice to deal with. From booking to check in and right the way through to check out they were very accommodating. The restaurant and bar area is very nice – really nice outdoor seating area and pool. Definitely coming back.

No Better Venue in Cairns

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We had our daughters 21st here last night and it was absolutely fabulous. The setting is gorgeous, the staff amazing. Everyone was so helpful and Courtney the events manager was just such a delight to deal with. There really is no better venue in cairns. The sax player was fantastic, just a great vibe all around. Thank you ❤

STEPS FROM THE ESPLANADE

FIND US

Located just outside the hustle of Grafton Street, Benson’s trading bustle for bliss. Only a 5 minute walk from The Esplanade and surrounded by a wealth of shops and restaurants.

BOOK DIRECT FOR OUR BEST RATES – GUARANTEED

EXPERIENCE THE BENSON

On the outside, the Benson shows off its unique beauty, built-in 1984 and reimagined in 2021, The Benson Hotel is set to become a Cairns City Favourite. Benson offers sweeping views over the city to the water and mountains. Inside, you’ll find vibrant, comfortable interiors and both newly refurbed or refreshed rooms.

OUR ROOMS

Overlooking vibrant Grafton and Spence streets, The Benson offers locals, relaxed vacationers and business travellers comfortable and affordable accommodation in the heart of the CBD. Our well appointed rooms, superspeed wifi, dynamic event spaces and friendly Benson team will make you feel at home.

BENSON GOLD

Our Benson Gold rooms, located on 5,6 & 7 offer Cairns newest rooms, fully renovated in 2022 our Boutique rooms offer a home away from home. Styled for comfort and those longer stays.

BENSON SILVER

Our Benson Silver rooms, located on levels 9 & 10 offers amazing views over the city to the water and mountains, refreshed rooms with updated style bathroom are a great place for all to have a fabulous sleep and wake up to enjoy the great city views.

BENSON BRONZE

Our Benson Bronze rooms are located on level 4 & 8, a refreshed classic design suitable for those looking for place to sleep with breakfast the following morning.

DINE & DRINK

Capturing the essence and tranquillity of Far North Queensland, The Benson Bar & Restaurant is a combination of relaxation and sophistication. Offering an array of cocktails, local delicacies and views of the Cairns CBD, you won’t want to miss what all the buzz is about.

BREAKFAST

Opening Hours:

[Monday – Sunday]  6:30 am – 10:00 am

DINNER

Opening Hours

[Tuesday – Saturday]  5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

BAR

Opening Hours

[Tuesday – Saturday] 3:00 pm to Late

BESPOKE FUNCTION SPACES

Experience the Benson’s boutique hospitality when you plan your next event or special occasion. Offering multiple indoor and outdoor function spaces around the hotel, The Benson Hotel is bound to have something that suits every individual or group. Enquire with us today to find out how we can make your event an astounding success.

AMAZING STAY!

star iconstar iconstar iconstar iconstar icon

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Benson! When we arrived after many delayed flight issues, the staff were super understanding and accomodating. They are also very active on their booking.com messages and were replying to our updates promptly. The rooms were perfect and we had a beautiful view from our balcony. The breakfast was amazing, proper cafe-style menu and it was delicious!

We couldn’t fault our stay here and will definitely be staying again 😍

Highly Recommend

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“Great Cairns hotel with a cool South Beach Miami vibe. Perfect central location and the restaurant has delicious meals at local prices. Highly recommended.”

Service & staff were really impressive!

star iconstar iconstar iconstar iconstar icon

The service from the staff was really impressive! I stayed only one night over the weekend and at every interaction the staff were polite, friendly, and accommodating. Really happy with my stay and recommend to everyone. P.s the pool and restaurant are lovely too!

So convenient and friendly

star iconstar iconstar iconstar iconstar icon

These guys are very nice to deal with. From booking to check in and right the way through to check out they were very accommodating. The restaurant and bar area is very nice – really nice outdoor seating area and pool. Definitely coming back

No Better Venue in Cairns

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We had our daughters 21st here last night and it was absolutely fabulous. The setting is gorgeous, the staff amazing. Everyone was so helpful and Courtney the events manager was just such a delight to deal with. There really is no better venue in cairns. The sax player was fantastic, just a great vibe all around. Thank you ❤