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Waterfront Terraces

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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January 2025

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Outdoor pool
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Exterior
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
233 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    7 min walk
  • Cairns Base Hospital
    8 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    6 min drive

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Living room

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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LCD TV, DVD player

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Living area

Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Front of property

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1000)
The price is AU$161
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

About the area

Cairns

Waterfront Terraces places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 10-minute stroll of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features an LCD TV with a DVD player, along with a washer/dryer, free WiFi and a furnished balcony or patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .This beach apartment building offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 8 min walk
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 4 min drive
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train North Cairns - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guyala Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Odett's Cafe - ‬4 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
As a guest of Waterfront Terraces, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Waterfront Terraces. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Cairns apartment is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1998
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waterfront Terraces offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

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/patio
  • 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 lift
  • Smoke-free property

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
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 8.8 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 8.8 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Waterfront Terraces.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Terraces?

Waterfront Terraces offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Waterfront Terraces?

Yep, Waterfront Terraces has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Terraces?

The closest beach to Waterfront Terraces is Yorkeys Knob Beach (10.4 km).

Does Waterfront Terraces have a pool?

Waterfront Terraces has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Terraces?

No, Waterfront Terraces does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Terraces?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Terraces?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Waterfront Terraces Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled 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

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

4/10 Poor

Sam

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

6/10 Okay

Alison

Disappointing second visit.
We first stayed here six years ago and rated it quite highly. However, since that time the establishment has not been maintained well. At least three of the rooms were out of action for mould remediation works, and our room was also suffering from the effects of high humidity along the skirting boards, etc. The light switch in the bathroom was in a dangerous state and the towel rail was reattached to the door without worrying about repainting. Even the two sofas had lost all support in the cushions and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in years. Although the location is still great, this places has not aged gracefully and we won't be returning for a third visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely view over the park and waterfront, well appointed but needs some minor refurbs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area any friendly staff and a beautiful view
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 9 nights. Great little apartment, kitchen, laundry, drier, ocean views, heated pool, nice grounds, friendly staff, easy walk into town (we like to walk), nice deck for people watching (looking straight at the esplanade), a great place to go and escape the southern cold! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was adequate for our needs, and hosts cooperative and very pleasant. We were very happy as the location and tariff suited us for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
A lovely and welcoming unit across from the beautiful oceanside park and walking path. (No real beach here.) Very clean, nice clean pool and barbecue area, kitchen was well-equipped, and area was quiet. (We were wondering about the planes being quite close to the airport but we heard none at night.) Check-in and check-out super easy, and management was very responsive to email communication. Our unit was made available to us as soon as we got there, well before check-in time. There are not a lot of restaurants really close by for walking to if you don’t have a car, but if you don’t mind walking or grabbing a taxi/Uber it’s good. Loved the relaxed feeling in this location and could have stayed longer! Would highly recommend. Thank you, Waterfront Terraces!

10/10 Excellent

Feroz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking area and free Wi-fi free and working. Basic utensils provided for cooking. Takeaways and restaurants at working distance. reasonable security. Friendly staff. 5 * recommended

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely apartment, very reasonably priced and great location