Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Cairns Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Cairns Esplanade - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Cairns Station - 5 min drive
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Cairns Australian Football League Social Club - 9 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 9 min walk
Hopscotch Cairns - 12 min walk
KFC - 12 min walk
Sushi Train - 9 min walk
About this property
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
Motel near Cairns Esplanade
Consider a stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a playground, and an arcade/game room. The on-site local cuisine steakhouse, Graziers Steakhouse, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
ATM/banking services, a banquet hall, and 2 meeting rooms
A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
Refrigerators, free infant beds, and electric kettles
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
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Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
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
We should mention
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Balaclava Earlville
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel located?
Located in Earlville, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Cazalys Cairns and Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre. DFO Cairns and Henleys Hill Dog Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
Enjoyed our stay
Wonesai
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10
Excellent motel style accommodation. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay again.
Graeme
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
The best of both worlds
A well run motel and a great pub and food
Staff are friendly helpful and provide excellent service
Kingsly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10
Staff are great, always helpful. Would have liked a large bed not two singles puched together up against the wall.
Liz
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
For the price it has everything you need
Lila
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Excellent staff, quiet and safe
Kingsly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Best steak I’ve had in awhile, room was clean and recently renewed
Todd
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10
Staff are very friendly. Rooms great and very clean.
Patrick
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
8/10
Staff very friendly and good service
Patrick
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10
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!
Celestine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10
Had everything in walking distance
Gregory
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10
Great little hideaway and location. Feels safe despite the casino which stays open late. Thought it a bit pricy for the location.
Jurdy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10
Good location clean room good facilities. But needs better/ portable shower head and grab rail for safety.
Delia
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10
Clean, quiet and easy to access.
Jesse
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
A warm and helpful welcome after hours. Spotlessly clean. Good mattress and pillows
Jonathan
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
Late check-in was easy, duty manager lovely, room was v clean, quiet night away from noise. Highly recommend.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10
Service was great, promptly replaced a lost key out of hours with a smile and no charge Thanks
Warren
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
Price range
Katrina
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
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.
Terry
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
Really nice and clean room. Free breakfast packs given. Room’s are behind security gate.
Kirsty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10
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
Dale
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
10/10
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!
Belinda
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
8/10
Can put a microwave in the room?
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10
Convient close to shopping centre and other outlets etc.
Corrine
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Stayed here many times. Great place with friendly staff.