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These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina. Guests at Cairns Private Apartments enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a spa pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Spacious exceptionally clean apartment with stunning views of the river and harbour complex.

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9.1
Superb
1,005 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

The spacious apartment is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Free private parking is available at the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

location and the apartment was perfect with patio

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9.6
Exceptional
173 reviews
Price from
£227
per night

Boasting a DVD player, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Jackie’s Apartment was comfortable and very well equipped, lovely outdoor room and colourful furnishings and perfect for a couple , with space to entertain a friend in the outdoor dining area.

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9.2
Superb
118 reviews

The apartment provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. Each unit comes with a kettle, while certain rooms will provide you with a terrace and others also provide guests with mountain views. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels.

Great location on the esplanade. Lots of space. Place to park car. Very clean.

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9.3
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Each apartment features a spacious living room which opens onto a balcony or patio with an outdoor setting. All apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and satellite TV.

Well maintained apartment, with all kinds of cooking facilities and very clean conditions. Close to the sea side and have a good sea view from the balcony.

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9
Superb
696 reviews
Price from
£183
per night

Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

Enjoy stylish living in the minimalist Waters Edge Apartment Cairns. Each apartment offers home comforts, including 2 bathrooms (one with spa bath), full laundry and ironing facilities, and security intercom. The modern audio-visual equipment and Wi-Fi connection complete the picture.

The stay was very comfortable and the rooms had much space.

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9.3
Superb
575 reviews
Price from
£222
per night

The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Lots of space, delightful decorations, and very hospitable host.

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9.5
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Great location, well appointed with plenty of space inside and out. Pool was fantastic. Direct access to Esplanade walkway space was a real treat.

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9
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£195
per night

The spacious apartment is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property offers garden views.

Great house - with plenty of room. Nice comfy beds and hot showers. Perfect for our family holiday. We loved watching the wildlife from the balcony.

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£176
per night

The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Very modern, and superbly equipped. Clean and great location. Owners are very accommodating and responsive.

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9.3
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£137
per night

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  • Cairns Private Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,005 reviews

    These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina.

    Spacious and central location to everything Cairns has to offer.

  • Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 173 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights is set in Cairns.

    Location, Clean, Very nice set up all the furnitures

  • Jackies City Central Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, Jackies City Central Apartment provides accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and city views. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area.

    Beautiful apartment. Everything you will ever need.

  • Floriana Villas
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews

    Floriana Villas features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Cairns, 2.5 km from Cairns Station, 2.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.9 km from Cairns Regional Gallery.

    Very clean, spacious, Netflix on tv, comfy beds, quiet

  • Vision Apartments
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 697 reviews

    Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools, a sauna and a fitness centre.

    Wonderful property, excellent facilities and location

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 576 reviews

    Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

    Great location, great apartment very roomy felt like home..

  • JDs Tropical stays
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Cairns, near Cairns Station and The Cairns Civic Theater, JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    i was met at the gate by judy, she was lovely and welcoming....

  • Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Cairns, Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6 offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    The apartment is clean and offered all necessary houseware for staying

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  • Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,566 reviews

    Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments is within easy walking distance to Cairns Esplanade waterfront .

    The size of the room. Great to have space to move.

  • Motel Nomad
    Budget options available
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 269 reviews

    Located in Cairns within 3 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 2.7 km of The Cairns Civic Theater, Motel Nomad provides rooms with free WiFi. This renovated 3-star motel offers room service.

    self catering was very good. Handy kitchen in room

  • Oasis Inn Apartments
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 873 reviews

    Located just a 2-minute drive from Cairns business district, this hotel offers budget accommodation in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.

    Spacious room :) Very friendly/helpful staff :)

  • The Loft Cairns
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, The Loft Cairns is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Sapphire Suite- Family friendly
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre and less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Sapphire Suite- Family friendly provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, an outdoor...

    Very modern, and superbly equipped. Clean and great location. Owners are very accommodating and responsive.

  • City Living at Harbour Lights
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.4 km from Cairns Station, City Living at Harbour Lights provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Oasis in the Heart of the City
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, Oasis in the Heart of the City is situated in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Everything about this property is amaZing, a real home away from home

  • Charming Queeenslander in City Centre
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 800 metres from The Cairns Civic Theater, Charming Queeenslander in City Centre offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Beautiful house, great value for money, lots of lovely goodies in the fridge to welcome us

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  • Lux Retreat - Sauna pool & prime location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Cairns, 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.3 km from Cairns Station, Lux Retreat - Sauna pool & prime location offers air conditioning.

  • Coastal Chic in Heart of Cairns with Rooftop Pool
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, 600 metres from Cairns Station and 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Coastal Chic in Heart of Cairns with Rooftop Pool features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

  • Mountain Air and Modern Flair 'Your Cairns Getaway'
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 1.6 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 200 metres from The Cairns Civic Theater, Mountain Air and Modern Flair 'Your Cairns Getaway' offers air conditioning.

    Comfortable feeling, heaps of Space, tv in all rooms Amazing location, great city view, privacy, having everything you need in one place.

  • Beautiful Penthouse with Private Rooftop Spa, Gym, TV
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Cairns and only 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Beautiful Penthouse with Private Rooftop Spa, Gym, TV features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Contemporary Chic with Pool on the Esplanade
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Contemporary Chic with Pool on the Esplanade is set in Cairns.

  • City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops.
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Featuring garden views, City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops. Provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

    Sehr gute Lage, Geschäfte und Hafen zu Fuß erreichbar

  • Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, city view and a patio, Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book is set in Cairns.

  • City Centre Unit on The Esplanade
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre and less than 1 km from Cairns Station, City Centre Unit on The Esplanade offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

  • Pool View City Centre Apartment 202
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Set just 1.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Pool View City Centre Apartment 202 offers accommodation in Cairns with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, as well as a lift.

    Well appointed, spacious, great layout, comfortable beds

  • Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse in Cairns City
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 500 metres from Cairns Station and 700 metres from Cairns Convention Centre, Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse in Cairns City offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

  • Cairns Ocean View Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 86 reviews

    Cairns Ocean View Apartment is a privately owned two bedroom, two bathroom luxury apartment, situated on the 11th floor.

    Location, apartment facilities, pools, views, balcony

  • Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Cairns, near Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Centre, Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a rooftop pool and...

    Good location, within walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shopping centre.

  • Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    Set in Cairns, Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views offers a patio with mountain and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub.

    Location was fantastic and the host is very friendly.

  • Afternoon Delight
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, 500 metres from Cairns Station and 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre, Afternoon Delight offers air conditioning.

    location is great, apartment is lovely and welcoming

  • Easy Coastal Living in Cairns with Rooftop Pool
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Set in Cairns, 600 metres from Cairns Station and 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Easy Coastal Living in Cairns with Rooftop Pool offers air conditioning.

  • 'Central Plaza' Adjacent Apartments with Rooftop Pool
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, 'Central Plaza' Adjacent Apartments with Rooftop Pool is located in Cairns.

  • Stylish Park View City Apartment 103
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Station and 1.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Stylish Park View City Apartment 103 offers a terrace and air conditioning.

  • 'The Dreamscape' Sea View Serenity on the Esplanade
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, 1.8 km from Cairns Station and 1.9 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 'The Dreamscape' Sea View Serenity on the Esplanade offers air conditioning.

  • 'Luxury Waterfront' Spectacular Oasis in the City
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Situated in Cairns, 1.7 km from Cairns Station and 2.3 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 'Luxury Waterfront' Spectacular Oasis in the City offers air conditioning.

  • Jackies Studio Apartment
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 149 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Jackies Studio Apartment is set in Cairns. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

    Location was great within 5 minutes of a Coles Shopping Centre

  • Lovely One Bedroom Apartment "Cairns Harbour Lights"
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews

    Set in Cairns, 700 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.4 km from Cairns Station, Lovely One Bedroom Apartment "Cairns Harbour Lights" offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free...

  • 1BR Cairns City Holiday Oasis
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, 1BR Cairns City Holiday Oasis is situated in Cairns. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge.

  • Inner City Value
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 26 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Inner City Value is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Location was great and the apartment was very comfortable and well appointed.

  • Cairns City Apartments
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 429 reviews

    Located in the town centre, 5 minutes' walk from the Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns City Apartments offers guests an outdoor pool and free BBQ facilities.

    Friend staff, large apartments and a great location.

  • Zion Escapes Cairns City Waters Edge Family Apartment
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Zion Escapes Cairns City Waters Edge Family Apartment is set in Cairns.

    The unit was wonderful, organized, cleaned and very generous owner😘👍😍

  • Citysider Cairns Holiday Apartments
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 383 reviews

    Citysider Cairns Holiday Apartments is just 15 minutes’ walk from the heart of Cairns and 10 minutes' walk from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Free WiFi is provided.

    Location and Facilities and Staff were very welcoming

  • City Lights- Spacious Apartment
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Set in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Station and a 16-minute walk from Cairns Convention Centre, City Lights- Spacious Apartment offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and...

  • Pool View City Centre Apartment 206
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, near Cairns Convention Centre, The Cairns Civic Theater and Cairns Regional Gallery, Pool View City Centre Apartment 206 features a terrace.

    This was a tidy and comfortable apartment for our family with easy access to undercover parking. We enjoyed our stay.

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Apartments that guests love in Cairns

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,005 reviews
    Lovely clean and modern apartment. Everything you could need included. Amazing view and location.
    Sheriden
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £180.18
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,482 reviews
    Great holiday apartment with helpful friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. Everything we needed, particularly the kitchen. Comfy bed, quiet room, laundry close by. Great swimming pool - deep and relatively small, with a shallow area for kids. Easy walking distance to shops, promenade, lagoon, boat trips, and buses and trains. Good Internet. Near St Monica's cathedral with fabulous modern stained glass windows.
    Antony
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 429 reviews
    Large property with plenty of space. Property was clean with all the equipment needed for a self catering apartment. Great location and great value for money
    Laura
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £180.18
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,482 reviews
    The studio apartment had everything needed to cater for a couple of people. The bed was comfy and the air conditioning worked well. It's near the beach and shops/restaurants all within walking distance. A secure car park and barbeque area make this an ideal place for a break.
    HEATHER
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £180.18
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,482 reviews
    The apartment was very well equipped. Comfortable. Secure parking. Great to have laundry facilities. A flat, short walk to the esplanade and eateries/shops.
    Amanda
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,005 reviews
    Kitchen equipped with everything needed for a short stay, apartment was clean and roomy for 1 person. Airconditioning worked well in the Cairns humidity. Friendly staff member was able to source me a portable fan which helped me considerably.
    Karin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £86.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,566 reviews
    Nice roomie studio apartment..
    Paul
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £112.02
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 140 reviews
    It’s like having your own condo/ apartment near the wharf. Carolyn is a good host.
    Anna- Liza
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £180.18
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,482 reviews
    Property is located in a really good area! The hotel itself is a bit beat up but the rooms themselves are lovely and it’s nice to have your own apartment and kitchen for self catering!
    Farren
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £113.55
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 668 reviews
    Nice bright and fresh apartment. One of the best kitchen's in holiday apartments in Cairns. Well equipped with all the essential utensils you need for self catering.
    Ian
    Solo traveller

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