Balaclava Hotel-Motel
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Balaclava Hotel-Motel
Sitting on Mulgrave Road, the Balaclava Hotel is your gateway to the coast of Cairns and the best of north Queensland. We're the perfect place for families to meet for an overdue long lunch, for mates to catch up over a beer and to watch the game, to celebrate a milestone birthday or special event, and for visitors to stay in affordable accommodation when venturing up the coast.

Inspired by our local surroundings and producers, we believe in sourcing locally and sustainably. Our Graziers Steakhouse has something for everyone, with a focus on delivering perfectly cooked prime steaks and delicious menu options. Select your cut and have it char-grilled by our Graziers trained master chefs.
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Our Graziers Steakhouse is renowned in the Cairns area. We have a focus on delivering perfectly cooked prime steaks and other delicious menu options. Select your cut and have it char-grilled by our Graziers trained master chefs. Our ingredients are sourced fresh from local producers to ensure we put the very best of north Queensland on your plate.
We pride ourselves on having something for everyone, with a huge range of wine available hailing from premium Australian producers to imported international drops. We wouldn't be your local without a huge range of beer on tap either, so take a look at the selection we've got and toast with your mates.
The Balaclava Hotel is a versatile function and event space, with areas that can cater anywhere from 10 to 60 guests. We specialise in private and corporate events; everything from conferences to birthdays, engagements and wedding receptions. We're able to tailor our rooms and event experiences to what you need, with cocktail, conferencing or seated menus.
Located a short walk from the centre of Cairns, we're at the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Our modern rooms are equipped with premier facilities so guests will have the most comfortable stay. You'll be delighted to end each day in our modern rooms with King Koil beds, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities and a large TV.
Our Gaming Room features 45 of the latest gaming machines, Keno terminal, and link jackpots including the latest Lightning Link Machines. We have a Ticket In Ticket Out system in operation, allowing you to move quickly and easily between machines. To add to your experience, we provide complimentary tea, coffee and soft drinks for machine players.
Reviews (15)
Moroati Stretch-Swan
Moroati Stretch-Swan
Jan 25, 2022
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Amazing Food, Great Hospitable Team! Hopefully this Business Picks up from Covid!
D. L.
D. L.
Jan 11, 2022
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Meh .. $42 for 300g rump and chips.. same for porterhouse but it was bigger than the rump.. can see why it wasn't busy.
Shardin Carter
Shardin Carter
Jan 02, 2022
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Pretty upset, Go to balaclava a lot and have always enjoyed my experience. Went for lunch today, kids meal no longer come with ice cream and they’ve increased the prices, then paid $20 for two choc brownies that looks delicious, for it to come out looking NOTHING like advertised. And strawberry sauce.. YUCK
Tegan Sacchi
Tegan Sacchi
Nov 17, 2021
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The service was great and the food was nice however I don't like not being given a choice whether to pay cash or card in the restaurant
Amy Firth
Amy Firth
Nov 12, 2021
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The service was outstanding, would like to give a big shout out to Loann. She went above and beyond to make my granddaughter's dinner extra special for her. I would like to thank the other staff tonight as well, they all make you feel very welcome.
Joan Whitham
Joan Whitham
Oct 28, 2021
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Wasn't happy with our lunch time visit to this place, would not go back, therefore could not recommend. For starters no printed menus, you have to access via your phone which is bad for older people like myself. My phone is for phone calls and messages, not reading MENUES, it is too small. Our lunch, roast of the day, was only warm and the pork was dry and unpalatable. We were going to order coffee and cake but decided not to bother. Our friends ordered a side of vegetables, the picture showed a mixture of vegetables but what was brought to the table was just a dish with broccoli and beans, it
Robbie Clark
Robbie Clark
Oct 21, 2021
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Just such great staff . Food and Beverage offers great. New Me&U order system pretty good
Benton Wharehinga
Benton Wharehinga
Oct 17, 2021
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Thank you to the staff who looked after us during a hard week for our family.
Will never forget you, and we will definitely be back.
The accommodation was great, and the people who ran it even better, would recommend this place to all.
Lynette Nolan
Lynette Nolan
Oct 15, 2021
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Modern gaming room, TAB area good, friendly staff. Dining Room situation leaves much to be desired.
Cherie Colbert
Cherie Colbert
Oct 07, 2021
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We loved this place, the service was fantastic and the meal was beautiful. Had that much on the plate we had to have a doggy bag. Recommend this place.
Michelle Singh
Michelle Singh
Sep 28, 2021
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Staff were nice. It was my first time there, 2 plates had hair in them, and a plate came wayyy late and it was wrong. Sorry, i wouldnt go back :(
Its cool you can order from the table i guess...
Joanne Frt
Joanne Frt
Aug 26, 2021
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Great meals, fair price with good service to table. Family friendly with playground. Best to book a table, had a nice time.
Sharon Dawn Tranby
Sharon Dawn Tranby
Jul 30, 2021
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Friendly bartenders, great food good atmosphere, local, great value, big screen TV's , free wire fire,
Lara Krueger
Lara Krueger
Jul 28, 2021
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I had a totally delicous dinner tonight and the food came out quickly as well. All of your staff out front are very friendly, and shout out to your chefs for preparing great food. Kim served us our meals and she is an asset to your team. Thankyou!!
Christie McLucas
Christie McLucas
Jul 19, 2021
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Fantastic food and huge portions. My family ate the seafood platter and said it was beautifully fresh and tasty. It came out so quickly too. Less than 15 min from ordering, 5 items were at our table!