The largest hotel operator in Australia extends its presence with the opening of Mercure Hotel in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. The new hotel features 75 spacious guestrooms, as well as a new, modern Australian restaurant, The Stanley.
Following a multimillion-dollar upgrade and rebrand, the property also now boasts a pool deck, allowing guests to soak in the landscape of this coastal hot spot. The Stanley, situated on the ground floor of the hotel, brings fresh and local produce to the table, with indoor/outdoor spaces that seamlessly transition from day to night.
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“We are delighted to open Mercure Cairns,” said Sarah Derry, CEO, Accor Pacific. “Holding appeal for both leisure and business travelers, Mercure Cairns has been tailored to suit travelers who value quality accommodation, incredible guest experiences, great dining and leading design. Mercure is the largest and fastest growing global midscale hotel brand in Australia and, with its genuine warmth and excellent guest service, the popularity of Mercure Cairns is assured.”
Guests can choose from standard queen, family, superior king, executive king and loft spa rooms. Mercure Cairns lies two blocks from the Esplanade and across the road from Cairns Aquarium, Munro Martin Parklands and Cairns Performing Arts Centre. The hotel also sits near the Night Markets and food court, casino, Reef Fleet Terminal and convention center.
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