The long-established lounge bar on level 3 of Rydges Plaza Hotel in Cairns has for many years been a popular watering hole for CBD workers and hotel guests alike. Long overdue for a nip ‘n’ tuck, the venue formerly known as ‘Lure’ has recently undergone a major transformation to re-emerge as the fresh and vibrant ‘Lilo’ bar.

Lilo is situated on the terraced rooftops of Rydges Plaza with views of bustling Grafton Street. Integrating five indoor and outdoor lounging domains and taking inspiration from the cool vibe of Miami, Lilo has become the city’s hippest ‘retreat from the street’.

Developed at a cost of nearly $1 million, Lilo is a project managed by listed entertainment, hospitality and leisure operator, Amalgamated Holdings Limited (AHL) that, in conjunction with its Rydges Hotels and Resorts network.

According to Director of Food and Beverage operations for Rydges Hotels and Resorts, Vincent Lombino, “Lilo’s beauty is its diversity - a place where guests are invited to choose their pleasure from any one of five completely different and intimate lounging areas that move seamlessly from inside, out.

“Featuring a purpose built bar, funky lounge areas and pool decks - replete with private cabanas - Lilo will comfortably integrate all types of guests. Be it suited business people or bikini-clad sun seekers. We want people to think of Lilo as a chic and fun place…little bit of summer all year round.”