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Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

Tropical North Coast - QLD · Australia

423 Mulgrave RoadView location

9.0/10Excellent105 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.8/108.8
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

Those staying at this property may surf on the internet thanks to the Wi-Fi access ready to use on public areas. This motel does not operate a 24-hour reception. Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel provides parking for guests' convenience. Some services of Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel may be payable.

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With a stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel in Cairns (Earlville), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This motel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

Make yourself at home in one of the 29 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include laundry facilities and ATM/banking services. Planning an event in Cairns? This motel has 1076 square feet (100 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Parking height restrictions apply Caters to LGBTQIA+ guests LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Cazalys Cairns 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Cazalys Stadium 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
DFO Cairns 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Henleys Hill Dog Park 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Anderson Street Conservation Park 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Barlow Park 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Cairns Central Shopping Centre 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Dinden National Park 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Cairns Performing Arts Centre 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Reef Teach 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Cairns Museum 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Cairns Regional Gallery 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Cairns Night Markets 4.6 km / 2.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 29
  • motel
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Terrace
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
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  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room: 2
  • Children playgroundExtra charge
  • Game room
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Billiards
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
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Room types

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  • STUDIO TWO BEDSSTUDIO • TWO BEDSSTU.2B

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    STUDIO TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.2B

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • STUDIO TWO QUEEN BEDSSTUDIO • TWO QUEEN BEDSSTU.2Q

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    STUDIO TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.2Q

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2

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  • APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • THREE BEDROOMSAPT.B3

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    APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    THREE BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B3

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  • APARTMENT THREE BEDSAPARTMENT • THREE BEDSAPT.3B

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    APARTMENT THREE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    THREE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.3B

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel

9.0
Excellent
105 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
Tammara
Excellent stay - very clean
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Gregory
Staff was nice
Clean room
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Annette
Staff very helpful and friendly
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Ian
Everything was spot on in the room and the receptionist was lovely and so helpful. Recommended this place to a friend.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Nov 2025
Ross
ROom was comfortable & friendly staff.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
Melia
Clean room and friendly staff easy check-in secure facility.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Sep 2025
Barry
We always received free breakfast packs and a complimentary drink on arrival. We will only receive these extras if we book directly with the hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Tania
Great area . Comfy bed . Lovely room. Bistro had excellent food.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Waseem
Excellent, clean and convenient.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
Wayne

Great value, clean & tidy rooms.

Close to where I was working. Clean rooms. Very soft bed.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
09 Aug 2025
Sandeep
Aircon was noisy. Poor insulation I could hear loud noises from next door
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
DAVID
Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Justin
Room was great, my preferred place to stay in Cairns! Just needed a microwave.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Ashley
A good deal for experiencing Cairns without the price tag. No frills accommodation with everything you could need - air con, comfy beds, easy check-in, responsive staff. If you just need an accommodation to enjoy the surrounding area, it’s perfect and an easy uber away from all of the touristy spots. Clean and just what we needed. Thanks!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Barry

Frequent visitor.

Always love our overnight visits, very friendly staff and feel very safe at the complex
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Corrine
Convient close to shopping centre and other outlets etc.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2025
Liz
Staff are great, always helpful. Would have liked a large bed not two singles puched together up against the wall.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2025
Barry
Stayed here many times. Great place with friendly staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2024
Lila
For the price it has everything you need
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2024
Barry
Very friendly and comfortable room.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2024
Graeme

Excellent budget accommodation.

Excellent motel style accommodation. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Warren
Service was great, promptly replaced a lost key out of hours with a smile and no charge Thanks
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Gregory
Had everything in walking distance
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2024
Katrina
Price range
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2024
Belinda
We absolutely loved our stay at the Nightcap. All staff from Housekeeping, Reception & Hotel staff made our stay so great, getting to know everyone whilst we were there was an absolute pleasure. We WILL be back guys to keep you laughing. Couldn't fault anything or anyone. Fromm the girls in room 17!!!! See you again soon. Cheers!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2024
Todd
Best steak I’ve had in awhile, room was clean and recently renewed
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2024
Jonathan
A warm and helpful welcome after hours. Spotlessly clean. Good mattress and pillows
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Kingsly
The best of both worlds
A well run motel and a great pub and food
Staff are friendly helpful and provide excellent service
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Kingsly
Excellent staff, quiet and safe
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2024
Jurdy

Ok safe and clean

Great little hideaway and location. Feels safe despite the casino which stays open late. Thought it a bit pricy for the location.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2024
Patrick
Staff very friendly and good service
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jan 2024
Patrick
Staff are very friendly. Rooms great and very clean.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2023
Maria
The smell of the carpet. Reminded me of stale beer. Very off-putting.
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2023
Wonesai
Enjoyed our stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2023
Rajahna
Loved it
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2023
?
Can put a microwave in the room?
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Oct 2022
Dale
The staff were friendly. However, no phone in the room, no tissues, no wash cloth, issues with wifi, breakfast was hit and miss, front desk was only open from 7.30 until 5.00
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
18 Sep 2022
Jeffery
The suite itself was nice (though some of the dishes in the cupboards were not clean).

We had arranged a late check-out, accepting the additional charge. But the next morning we were told we had to vacate 1 hour earlier. It was rather inconvenient. They did not properly charge us for the late check-out, so I guess it was not registered in their system. And it happened that they subsequently accepted an EARLY check-in the next day for our very suite, which got precedence over our late check-out request. Our forced hasty exit left us feeling annoyed.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2022
Celestine
The beds were super comfy and the place was so quiet! Staff were very helpful and you even got free drinks at the bar!! Very happy with my stay!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
17 Aug 2022
Delia
Good location clean room good facilities. But needs better/ portable shower head and grab rail for safety.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2022
Kirsty
Really nice and clean room. Free breakfast packs given. Room’s are behind security gate.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2022
Mark
Late check-in was easy, duty manager lovely, room was v clean, quiet night away from noise. Highly recommend.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2022
Jesse
Clean, quiet and easy to access.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2022
Terry

Good hotel

The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. It is very secure as you require a entry code to enter the area where the rooms are.
The food in the restaurant was excellent. There is also a sports bar and casino in the complex.
There is a shopping center nearby but only a few other places to dine in the area.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2022
Warren
Good clean rooms for a one night stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2022
Jan
Excellent facilities and Service and awesome meals
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2022
Scott
Property was in a good location, simple but clean and quiet. Staff were fantastic and offered a friendly and welcoming experience.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2022
Anthony
Comfortable recently renovated room. But unable to have meal at bistro as booked out.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2022
Jonathan
It was nice that it was a gated motel. It was very clean and just a short uber ride into Cairns.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2022
Amy
Great value
Leisure Family_with_children

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Nightcap At Balaclava Hotel
423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, Australia

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