10/10 Excellent
Lisa C.
10 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you could wish for and more .
Lisa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Apartment
Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Cairns, QLD
- Cairns Esplanade1 min walk
- Cairns Marlin Marina6 min walk
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre12 min walk
- Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)12 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib
Living room
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
"Best location in Cairns"...
"Cairns Ocean Views Esplanade Apartment"
"Free unlimited broadband internet and Australia-wide phone-calls"
Choice of kingsize bed or twin singles plus comfy daybed and trundle
Handy to everything with uninterrupted ocean views from the balcony.
Relax or take the lift to the gym or pool...
Watch the boats and planes come and go from your balcony...
Unit is situated right in the middle of the "restaurant strip"...
Just take the lift to the ground floor and enjoy al fresco dining at the best restaurants Cairns can offer...
Directly above the Night Markets and 300 meters from the Reef Terminal where all the boats depart for the Great Barrier Reef. Also directly opposite the huge (free) outdoor Cairns Esplanade swimming pool.
The Cairns Esplanade boardwalk runs right by the front door. Excellent bird, fish, crustacean and crab watching or check out the fascinating tropical plants, trees and insects right at your doorstep. Bring your binoculars. Stroll along the Esplanade or enjoy the weekend outdoor markets and occasional free entertainment.
Supermarket is 100 meters from the back door. Unit has a full-size fridge, benchtop hotplates for cooking and a microwave/convection oven. Also fully automatic washing machine with drying lines on the balcony. Large screen TV and full outdoor setting on the balcony. Unit has airconditioning or ceiling fans.
Under-cover parking included plus free use of the gym, pool and BBQ.
Full-length glassed shower recess is a feature. Draw the curtains back and watch the ships come and go from your shower if you dare :)
Sleeping arrangements can be twin single or kingsize bed in the separate bedroom and daybed with trundle in the lounge. Tariff is for 2 persons. Additional guests attract an additional nightly surcharge. Maximum 4.
Cleaning/linen fee covers all linen hire, including bath and pool towels for all. Mid-stay mini-clean available at minimal cost on request.
Large regional public library at the back door. Local tours available from the tour desk downstairs and buses leave from the front door.
-this great apartment is only 10 minutes to airport
-taxi from airport costs about $25 and Uber even less.
The perfect place to chill and enjoy everything the tropics have to offer....
If you would like some hints on "What to do in Cairns", drop me a line and I will give you a true "local's" recommendations!
"Cairns Ocean Views Esplanade Apartment"
"Free unlimited broadband internet and Australia-wide phone-calls"
Choice of kingsize bed or twin singles plus comfy daybed and trundle
Handy to everything with uninterrupted ocean views from the balcony.
Relax or take the lift to the gym or pool...
Watch the boats and planes come and go from your balcony...
Unit is situated right in the middle of the "restaurant strip"...
Just take the lift to the ground floor and enjoy al fresco dining at the best restaurants Cairns can offer...
Directly above the Night Markets and 300 meters from the Reef Terminal where all the boats depart for the Great Barrier Reef. Also directly opposite the huge (free) outdoor Cairns Esplanade swimming pool.
The Cairns Esplanade boardwalk runs right by the front door. Excellent bird, fish, crustacean and crab watching or check out the fascinating tropical plants, trees and insects right at your doorstep. Bring your binoculars. Stroll along the Esplanade or enjoy the weekend outdoor markets and occasional free entertainment.
Supermarket is 100 meters from the back door. Unit has a full-size fridge, benchtop hotplates for cooking and a microwave/convection oven. Also fully automatic washing machine with drying lines on the balcony. Large screen TV and full outdoor setting on the balcony. Unit has airconditioning or ceiling fans.
Under-cover parking included plus free use of the gym, pool and BBQ.
Full-length glassed shower recess is a feature. Draw the curtains back and watch the ships come and go from your shower if you dare :)
Sleeping arrangements can be twin single or kingsize bed in the separate bedroom and daybed with trundle in the lounge. Tariff is for 2 persons. Additional guests attract an additional nightly surcharge. Maximum 4.
Cleaning/linen fee covers all linen hire, including bath and pool towels for all. Mid-stay mini-clean available at minimal cost on request.
Large regional public library at the back door. Local tours available from the tour desk downstairs and buses leave from the front door.
-this great apartment is only 10 minutes to airport
-taxi from airport costs about $25 and Uber even less.
The perfect place to chill and enjoy everything the tropics have to offer....
If you would like some hints on "What to do in Cairns", drop me a line and I will give you a true "local's" recommendations!
Property manager
Darrell Dorrington
Premier Host
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check in after 2:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Cairns
Located in Cairns, this apartment is in the city centre. Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cairns Marlin Marina and The Cultural Place. Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome and ZOO To You HQ Wildlife Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Cairns, QLD
What's nearby
- Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rattle N Hum - 1 min walk
- Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - 1 min walk
- Crepe - 4 min walk
- La Pizza Trattoria - 2 min walk
- Imm Thai Cafe - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
18 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grear unit with water views and in central location
Linda C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Mike W.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very clean and neat
Mike W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tarun G.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great convenient location
Tarun G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Graham B.
3 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location.
Graham B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
IAN C.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Good
IAN C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
28 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
cairns
Andrew H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Angela B.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
GARRY B.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location in central cairns
GARRY B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ninetta S.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment in an outstanding location
Ninetta S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Noelle O.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Noelle O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elissa O.
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Elissa O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Sharyn B.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GBRM
Sharyn B.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
john w.
14 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice apartment
john w.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pamela z.
23 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
apartment is in need of a paint.
Pamela z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne A.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July stay
Yvonne A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
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29 June 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very central
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angie A.
2 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location
Angie A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Noelene N., Bayswater North
16 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Noelene N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bronwyn D.
19 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to absolutely everything. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Bronwyn D.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L.
21 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Jennifer L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tamal
5 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tamal
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
arran b.
5 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centre of everything
arran b.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
LEANORA G., Darwin
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Cairns Holiday Accommodation
LEANORA G.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
17 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Mark C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
About the host
Hosted by Darrell Dorrington
I am a retired librarian/linguist and enjoy travelling and helping others enjoy their own. A passionate gardener and outdoors person as well as an editor/translator.
Why they chose this property
Tropical North Queensland is one of my passions. Love helping people discover more of what the Tropical North offers.
What makes this property unique
Right in the middle of town, opposite the Esplanade parklands, with views across Trinity Inlet.
Languages:
English, Chinese (Mandarin)
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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