Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns is a special place to escape the ordinary when meeting to talk business and the city-centre hotel boasts 19 versatile venues, a restaurant, and 255 guest rooms. With packages starting from $79 per person, your next event awaits here.

Explore our event packages below. For more information, please contact: [email protected] or call (61 7) 40527618.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns can customise your meeting and add those thoughtful moments that make gathering for work about more than just talking business.
We can cater to any size or significance - from a simple meeting to a major conference – with our team of experienced event professionals considering every detail to guarantee your people get the best out of every moment they spend together.
We can also complement events with thoughtful touches and eco-friendly activities like coffee breaks in the garden, meals that define the flavours of the Far North using the best local ingredients, break-out activities that incorporate the hotel’s environmental initiatives, and wellness sessions.
Discover curated menus inspired by the flavours of Tropical North Queensland, thoughtfully designed to elevate every gathering. View Sample Menus.
Our packages have also been designed to be flexible and allow your team to combine business and pleasure when they gather.
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Call us at (61 7) 4052 7769 or e-mail us [email protected] for more details.

Welcome to Tropical North Queensland. A special place where rainforest meets reef, the Far North sun warms winter, green season rains make waterfalls rumble, and the people here first tell Dreamtime stories. It's the spot to escape the ordinary when gathering to talk business and a destination that inspires delegates to make memories while planning for the future. Discover more about what makes Cairns the place to meet where it’s unique.
Call us at (61 7) 4052 7769 or e-mail us [email protected] for more details.

1.What are the typical capacities for each room setup including theatre, classroom, banquet, and cocktail?
Capacities at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns vary depending on the selected event space, including the Shangri-La Ballroom, Marlin Rooms and Marina Rooms
Theatre style: up to approximately 400 guests (Shangri-La Ballroom, or combined configurations)
Classroom style: up to approximately 150 guests
Banquet style: up to approximately 200 guests
Cocktail style: up to approximately 500 guests
Smaller meeting rooms are also available for breakout sessions and intimate gatherings.
2. Can rooms be combined or reconfigured?
Yes. Event spaces at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, including the Shangri-La Ballroom, Trinity Rooms, Marlin Rooms and Marina Rooms, are flexible and can be combined or divided using operable walls. Rooms can be configured in a range of layouts including theatre, classroom, banquet, U-shape or cocktail style to suit individual event requirements.
3.What is included in the venue hire?
Venue hire at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns generally includes use of the selected event space, standard room setup based on your chosen configuration and furniture such as tables and chairs. Access to pre-function areas is also included in most spaces. Additional services including audiovisual equipment, staging and production are available at an additional cost.
4.Can catering menus be customised?
Yes. The culinary team at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers flexible catering options that can be tailored to suit your event. Menus can be customised for dietary requirements and event styles, including conferences, meetings, cocktail receptions and banquet dinners.
5.Are special accommodation rates available for event attendees?
Yes. Special accommodation rates are generally available for delegates attending events at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, subject to availability and seasonal demand. Rates are typically arranged in conjunction with group bookings.
6.Is on-site parking available?
Yes. On-site parking is available at Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns for hotel guests and event delegates. Parking is secure, subject to availability and charges may apply.


