Great to meet you, I’m Crystalbrook Riley, a five-star luxury resort in Cairns, Australia

Your Cairns adventure starts at Crystalbrook Riley, a luxury resort where five-star comfort meets tropical tranquillity. You've made the great escape, so leave your worries at check-in and stake your claim by the pool.

With stylish hotel rooms and suites that blend playful sophistication, contemporary design, and a splash of fun, now is the time to indulge in the little luxuries. This is Cairns luxury accommodation at its finest, designed for families, couples, and everyone in between.

Lounge by the expansive lagoon pool, sip cocktails at the bar or savour flavours from near and far. Whether basking in the morning sun overlooking the Coral Sea or exploring nearby city attractions, our Cairns resort is perfectly placed to soak up the best of tropical North Queensland.

At Crystalbrook Riley, we invite you to relax, indulge, and live in the moment.

Offers and What's On

Live in the moment all day, every day

Rooms and Suites

Beautiful and chic, yet sustainably modern, Crystalbrook Riley’s got it all

Contemporary Design and a Splash of Fun

You've made the great escape, now indulge with our little luxuries.

Take Me There

Food and Drink

Everything tastes better on vacation.

Dive In, Fork First

Calories don’t count when you’re on vacation… Embrace rooftop cocktails and share Middle Eastern style food at Rocco, laze by the coast and sip on a pina colada at Calypso Club, or take a quick trip to bustling streets of Asia at Paper Crane.

Take Me There

Spa and Wellness

Perfect for 'me time'

Serious Relaxation

Whether you’re visiting us from down the street or across the world, a spa day is never a bad idea.

Visit Eléme Day Spa at Crystalbrook Riley

What people are saying

Top Cairns Accommodation

Amazing accommodation with modern upmarket amenities, great food and bar. The best pools and awesome service throughout our stay. It’s a bonus to be able to use their courtesy bikes to explore the foreshore of Cairns. Nice to chill out by the pool on Riley’s man made beach on comfortable lounge chairs. - Richard N, Tripadvisor

Amazing Resort Stay in Cairns

WOW! From the moment we pulled up at the lobby the staff were there on hand and super friendly and helpful. The hotel has a complete resort style feel nicely decked out and super relaxing! Straight into the room on the 6th floor facing the pool we instantly loved it. We tried Rocco rooftop bar for cocktails which was divine!
Overall I could not fault this Cairns accommodation and would not hesitate to recommend and will definitely stay here again. - Karena S, Tripadvisor

Fantastic Cairns Accommodation and Service

I recently stayed in an ocean view room with balcony overlooking the pool. On arrival the staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel room decor and cleanliness were excellent, and the view was spot on. The bed was very comfortable. All staff I encountered including those in the Paper Crane restaurant and Rocco's were friendly and efficient. Great cocktails at Rocco's. Looking forward to staying at Riley again. - Bernadette S, Tripadvisor

My New Favourite Hotel in Cairns

This was my first stay at Riley and I very quickly felt at home. I stayed in a high floor Panoramic room in the "tower" and the views covered the ocean to the cruise terminal with the lagoon in the middle - I loved it. The hotel room and bathroom are both open to the exterior via windows so they feel very bright and fun. The bed was very comfy with a beautiful outlook that allowed me to watch the sunrise each morning. The Riley has a resort feel and this is reflected by the pool area. There are different pools to suit your mood including a beach area. Simon C, - Tripadvisor

Wonderful Cairns Resort

Great location and views. Our room was beautiful. Staff were super helpful and helped us with bookings and local eating suggestions, all of which were great. Loved the pools and great poolside service. Will definitely be back! - Pathfinder651492, Tripadvisor

Event Spaces

Mingle. Relax. Work. Play

Shake Up Your Nine to Five

Give your morning meeting an extra shot of espresso in one of our six available meeting spaces.

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About Crystalbrook Riley

Uncover the perfect blend of tropical charm and contemporary style at Crystalbrook Riley, your luxury escape only steps away from the iconic Cairns Esplanade Boardwalk. Our luxury Cairns resort, a stone’s throw from the scenic waterfront, invites you to step straight out and stroll through vibrant streets filled with shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

Only a five-minute walk from the centre of Cairns, our family resort places you close to major attractions like the Cairns Aquarium, the Centre of Contemporary Arts, and the Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal. Whether you're seeking luxury accommodation for a romantic getaway or a contemporary resort for your next family holiday, Crystalbrook Riley provides the perfect base.

Enjoy world-class dining, explore the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, or take time to unwind in our stylish hotel rooms. If you're flying in, you'll find yourself just 10 minutes away from Cairns Airport. Embrace the spirit of adventure, live in the moment and experience the best of Cairns at Crystalbrook Riley.