Title: Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Travelers find a welcoming home base near Cairns Esplanade, where the lively terrace offers relaxation and the arcade room provides friendly competition ![Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/c6c08b5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/ef65839d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/460d9208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/e511b656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/c591ccb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel sits in central Cairns, offering a vibrant atmosphere with its social terrace and game arcade. Guests connect with in-room WiFi, savor local specialties at Graziers Steakhouse, and enjoy easy access to the popular Esplanade. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 13 - Oct. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=8315246&PinnedHotelID=8315246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Studio Queen & Sofa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/3f90fb2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Queen & Sofa 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator TV Sofa bed Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/446fdb4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Twin Queen 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator TV Sofa bed Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds ![Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/cef6bf1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Kitchenette Refrigerator TV 2 bedrooms - 193 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Studio Queen & Single](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/b4610eb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Queen & Single 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator TV Sofa bed Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hair dryer - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/b2048cc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Triple Single - Sleeps 3 ### Studio Queen And Sofa - Sleeps 3 ### Studio Queen & Single - Sleeps 3 ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/f97eef35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Three Bedroom Apartment - Sleeps 6 ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8315300/8315246/b2048cc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Twin Queen - Sleeps 4 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Nightcap-At-Balaclava-Hotel.h8315246.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Nightcap-At-Balaclava-Hotel.h8315246.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.93988%2C145.74345&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Badr5RP_WKEstSHFjwFXTBQshKM=) 423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD, 4870 #### What's nearby - Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Cairns Esplanade - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Reef Fleet Terminal - 7 min drive - 5.1 km - Esplanade Lagoon - 7 min drive - 5.4 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 - ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬10 min walk - ‪Hopscotch - ‬12 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬12 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 - 2 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and ATM/banking services - 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. 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Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 846 reviews CA $140 CA $154 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=2740307&PinnedHotelID=2740307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Onsite parking available only on request - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Graziers Steakhouse ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Playground ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - In-room crib - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - ATM - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 1,076 square feet of conference space - 2 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - 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) ### More - 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 ### More - 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 Nightcap Balaclava Hotel Earlville Balaclava Hotel Earlville Nightcap Balaclava Hotel Nightcap Balaclava Earlville Nightcap Balaclava Nightcap At Balaclava Motel Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Motel Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Earlville Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Motel Earlville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel? > As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel on Oct 31, 2025 start from CA $123.89, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Nightcap-At-Balaclava-Hotel.h8315246.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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