Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views. It features 3 swimming pools, a children's pool, 2 tennis courts and an award-winning restaurant. Set amongst beautiful tropical gardens, Rydges Cairns Resort offers a fully equipped fitness centre with a spa, a sauna and massage services. Free WIFI is available in hotel-style rooms and all public areas. Rydges Esplanade's rooms are air conditioned and feature contemporary décor. Each has satellite TV, a minibar and tea/coffee making supplies. Free WiFi, a hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided in all rooms. Coral Hedge Brasserie serves a sumptuous full buffet breakfast and all day dining snack menu. In the evening, the Fire & Ice Seafood Dinner offers a selection of fresh meats, poultry and seafood flame grilled to your order. Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is located on The Esplanade, a 15-minute walk from the Cairns lagoon precinct. Cairns International Airport is a 10-minute drive away.