First DoubleTree by Hilton opens in Queensland (Australia)

Formally a Holiday Inn in Cairns, the 237-room Cairns hotel, occupies an exceptional waterfront location on the Coral Sea in the vibrant city of Cairns. The hotel also marks the fourth DoubleTree by Hilton in Australia and the 400th hotel in the brand's global portfolio.

DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns is located at 121 The Esplanade, approximately six kilometres from Cairns International Airport and half a kilometre from Cairns' CBD centre. Cairns itself is the gateway to some of Australia's greatest tourism experiences including the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest. 

The hotel incorporates a unique open air rainforest garden with a barramundi pond, providing an excellent space for guests to relax. Each of the 237 Cairns hotel rooms are modern and spacious and offer stunning floor-to-ceiling city, mountain or water views. Guests have a choice of 161 double-double rooms, 75 king rooms and one king one-bedroom suite.

At the heart of DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns, The Atrium restaurant serves a wide variety of cuisine that incorporates local ingredients with inspired presentation and flavours. Dishes such as barramundi with a lemon myrtle and macadamia crust served on a saffron pea risotto with wild rosella chutney and leek exemplify the restaurant's commitment to unique local produce. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Atrium also offers 24-hour room service.

In addition to The Atrium restaurant, the Lobby Bar is an ideal place for guests to unwind after a day exploring Cairns or some of the region's incredible natural wonders.

Guests can enjoy a range of complimentary services and amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness and business centres and a dedicated tour desk providing information on local attractions and activities. The Cairns hotel also offers meeting and event space that can facilitate meetings for up to 160 guests theatre-style.

As participants in the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, the property will offer guests the ability to earn and redeem Hilton HHonors Points and all Hilton HHonors members will earn double Hilton HHonors Points for eligible stays until 31 December, 2014.