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4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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233 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Base Hospital
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 990 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
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  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

With a stay at Waterfront Terraces in Cairns (Cairns North), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. .This beach apartment is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cairns Base Hospital and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cairns Private Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 4 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cock & Bull - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Terraces

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade
Waterfront Terraces offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 51-cm LCD televisions and DVD players are provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this apartment include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 30 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 51-cm LCD TV
  • DVD player
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 19 units
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9 AM - 5 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after 5 PM Monday-Friday or on weekend and public holiday must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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 does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Terraces
Waterfront Terraces Cairns
Waterfront Terraces Apartment Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Apartment
Waterfront Terraces Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Apartment Cairns North

Waterfront Terraces Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 222 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice place to stay

A little dated, but nice place to stay. Right across from the esplanade. Short drive or a 20 minute walk into the heart of the city. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious accommodation, nice pool, convenient location and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room with nice views. Close to shops and can walk to most tourist spots and nice walking along the esplanade. Planes do fly over during the day but didn’t really bother us. Can highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice unit

Pleasant unit well equipped comfortable and roomy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We checked in over the weekend; staff wrote me to inform they aren't at the desk on weekends but sent great detailed information on how to check in. Nice location, quiet and next to a hotel which made for easy pick ups for tours that offered it. There were three of us and we all slept well, enjoyed the view and appreciated having a clean place to come back to. We only got one key, so on the day we split up we had to arrange amongst ourselves who would have the key and ensure they were home so we could be let in. That was easy enough for us to do, but may have asked for a second key if we were staying longer. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great Communication prior to our stay. Clear instructions on how to enter premises and check in. Two bedroom apartment was spacious for our family of 5, including 3 teenagers. Cooking facilities were in good working order and the full size fridge with freezer was great. Laundry in apartment was very handy for washing and drying towels and was stocked with laundry detergent. One more roll of toilet paper would have been great 😃
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice views and can walk into Cairns along Esplanade. Bus stop close by outside hospital.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenton

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Spacious apartment a little walk from CBD

A little further from downtown, but walkable, opposite the Esplanade and near a playground. Lovely pool. Apartment was spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

KONSTANTINE

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
Units good size,Bathrooms not thoroughly clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Sam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
(1) Air conditioning did not work properly and did not cool down room adequately. There was a sign on air conditioning switch saying to not turn it down below 24 degrees as it would cause water to leak in through ceiling. It appears this is an ongoing issue. (2) Toilet seat would not stay in up position. (3) Bed sagged in the middle if you rolled towards middle of bed. (4) Apartment had musty smell on entering. Bedroom and apartment were adequate size and location of property was reasonable being on the Esplanade.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly starf
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from our room on 3rd floor beach from balcony and mountain range from bedroom. Nice staff easy to talk too. The pool area was nice to relax in.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with our grandkids, great location and outstanding communication from reception. Nothing was too difficult, the room was clean and had everything we needed. Excellent service and very family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Neighbourhood was a bit run down
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A great choice for a four night stay over. Getting a bit tired and in need of some maintenance but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

neil anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal base just out of main CBD, flat picturesque walk to heart of Cairns and it's shops and markets. Very easy access to main highways heading north or south. Close to airport. Onsite management available and very personable. We arrived out of hours, clear instructions given to access unit. Kept informed of any maintainance (upgraded balcony lights). Clean pool, barbecue area, well maintained gardens and site.Everything you need for your stay and good welcome pack to get you started.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A bit disappointing

No-frills '80s style apartment, with minimal sign of updates since. Our "ocean view" apartment had a rather limited peep of the sea and the only natural light in the completely internal second bedroom, was from shutters between it and the kitchen. Adequate for a short stay, but it wouldn't be our first choice for a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony, LANE COVE NORTH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came for a few days away with the family and found the apartment very spacious and very clean. Was located north of the main shops and restaurants, was about a 25 minute walk to the main part of Cairns
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023