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107 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia

Cairns Aquarius, a 4-star property, is located 3 miles from Cairns Airport, making it a convenient hotel near the airport. The apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and the Center of Contemporary Arts, which is 328.1 ft away. Nearby attractions include JUTE Theatre Company and Dinden National Park, reflecting the area's natural beauty.

Spacious Self-Contained Apartments

The air-conditioned apartments at Cairns Aquarius feature fully equipped kitchens with stoves, microwaves, and refrigerators. Each unit includes laundry facilities, a living room with flat-screen satellite TV, and a private balcony with ocean views. Some apartments offer two bathrooms and washers/dryers for added convenience.

Dining & BBQ Facilities

Guests can enjoy meals in the BBQ area or explore nearby dining options such as Splash Seafood and Villa Romano. The property does not have an on-site restaurant but provides barbecue grills and picnic areas. The Cairns Night Markets & Food Court, offering diverse cuisine, is within walking distance.

Pools & Wellness

Recreational amenities include two outdoor swimming pools, a tennis court, and a hot tub. Guests can also access a spa tub and sauna, or explore nearby Anderson Street Conservation Park. The property's fitness station and bouldering park provide additional leisure options.

Guest Services

Cairns Aquarius Apartments offer free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance, and self-parking. The front desk provides express check-in/check-out, and the property features accessible facilities for disabled guests. Additional services include laundry facilities and a luggage trolley for convenience.

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Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment
Max:
6 persons
1370 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Coffee machine
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One-Bedroom Apartment
Max:
2 persons
1080 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
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Premium Plus Two-Bedroom Apartment
Max:
6 persons
1370 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
Cairns2000 ft
Airports
Cairns (CNS) 3.9 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station3000 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sauna

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location info

107 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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107 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
Nearby
52-54 The Esplanade
Cairns Cenotaph
1900 ft
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
700 ft
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
1500 ft
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
1500 ft
Gallery
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
1800 ft
58 Lake St Suite 3-4
Foot and Body Massage
1900 ft
Green Arrow Walk
3400 ft
100 Abbott St
Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard
400 ft
96 Abbott St
Centre of Contemporary Arts Cairns
300 ft
100 Abbott St
Dive Trips
400 ft
Zoo
ZOO To You HQ Wildlife Discovery Centre
2700 ft
Restaurants
Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
400 ft
101 The Esplanade
Splash Seafood Restaurant
200 ft
103 The Esplanade
Cairns RSL Club
300 ft
115 The Esplanade Qld
Neptunes
200 ft
Lot 3 103 Esplanade
Movenpick Of Switzerland
300 ft
95-105 Esplanade Shop 5A
Capriccio Italian Gelato
300 ft
103 The Esplanade Cairns
La Pizza Trattoria
600 ft
93 Esplanade Street
Fishpoint Cairns
800 ft
Aplin Street

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions
80%
enjoyed their visit and would return
Great location
Authentic dining
Lack of service effort
Honesty issues
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
7.9
Location
9.2
Service
7.3
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 9 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 989 reviews
Timothy
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located at the esplanade with shopping amenities and the cruise terminal within a short walking distance. The rooms are clean, well stocked, and large, although they weren't very friendly for older adults. The air conditioning in the lounge and both bedrooms was a plus.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean, well stocked, and large.
Service
7.0
The staff acknowledged our concerns and changed rooms for us promptly, which we appreciated. However, they argued that the property required maintenance work that couldn't be addressed during our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in an excellent location, right on the waterfront and next to the main dining district. It's fantastic for the activities we had chosen to do, being so close to everything.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience provided fresh salads.
Facilities
7.0
The location is fantastic but needs some TLC.
Henry
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.2/10

Our stay at the apartment was overall pleasant with comfortable rooms and an amazing location near various amenities. However, the service lacked honesty and effort in welcoming guests, which was disappointing. The dining experience with authentic Indian dishes was a highlight, but other facilities could use improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The room on Level 1 was comfortable and had everything we needed for a cozy stay.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking honesty and the effort in welcoming guests was not apparent.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic for New Year's fireworks and being centrally located near restaurants, shopping, and galleries.
Dining
8.0
The authentic Indian dishes provided a delightful dining experience.
Facilities
6.0
The apartment lacked effort in maintaining a welcoming environment for guests.
Great location
Lack of service effort
Mary
United States, December  2023
6.8/10

The hotel offers beautiful views from the rooms but lacks cleanliness in some areas. The spa adds a nice touch, although the dusty windows and overall maintenance issues may be off-putting. The service is lacking in friendliness and accommodation. The location is perfect for enjoying Cairns' lifestyle, with a tropical esplanade setting and proximity to various attractions. The dining experience could be improved, particularly in terms of options. Overall, the facilities are decent, but there are maintenance concerns that need attention.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms have wonderful views but were really dusty, especially on the window luvers. The spa is a nice addition.
Service
5.0
The service was less friendly and accommodating, and the staff was not helpful at all.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is amazing with beautiful sea views and is perfect to experience Cairns' lifestyle.
Dining
5.0
Dining options could be improved, but having a barbecue is a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
Decent facilities overall, but maintenance work is needed for an improved experience.
Joe
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.0/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with a well-appointed kitchen, ideal for a family holiday. While the cleanliness was satisfactory on the surface, a more thorough scrub is needed in some areas. The dated rooms still provide value for money, especially considering the stunning views and prime location overlooking the water and close to the dining district.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious and include everything needed for a family stay. Although they were a bit dated, the well-appointed kitchen was a plus.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly and helpful, organizing a late check-out that was much appreciated.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in an excellent location, right on the waterfront and next to the main dining district, perfect for exploring Cairns esplanade and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
Limited vegetarian dishes were available. However, the central location made it convenient to explore nearby eateries.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has a wall aircon and offers great views, but there were some minor issues with bugs in the skimmer box.
Great location
Dated rooms
Joanna
United Kingdom, August  2023
7.6/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms but shows signs of wear and tear, though well equipped. The service was prompt and attentive, but guests were warned of potential noise disturbances. Its location is fantastic, with easy access to dining options and attractions. The dining experience includes Singapore noodles. The facilities are adequate.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are large and well equipped, though showing signs of wear and tear.
Service
8.0
The service was prompt and attentive, addressing issues quickly.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly located near dining options, boardwalk, and marina for reef tours.
Dining
7.0
The dining includes Singapore noodles.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are adequate for a comfortable stay.
Scott
United States, August  2023
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was wonderful. The room was spacious, clean, and had a lovely view of the water, although there was a recurring issue with ants that was manageable with the provided spray. The service was top-notch, with staff who were friendly, knowledgeable, and quick to address any concerns. The location was perfect, close to everything with beautiful sea views. However, the dining experience was a bit lacking with only crepes available. Overall, a great place to stay in the heart of Cairns.

Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious, clean, and overlooked the water. The issue with ants was a bit bothersome, but the spray provided helped.
Service
9.0
The staff were lovely and very knowledgeable about the local area. They were quick to address any issues that arose.
Location
9.0
The location was fabulous, right in the heart of Cairns with easy access to restaurants, the boardwalk, and the marina for reef tours.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was limited to crepes only, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a wonderful view of Aquarius, with a large balcony to enjoy. The laundry facilities had a minor issue with the washing machine lid, but the sea view made up for it.
Frank
United States, August  2023
8.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious with stunning views of the Cairns harbor, but I did notice some mold in and around them. The high-up location felt very secure with fob access, although I do think they need a new ironing board. The service was top-notch, they had everything we needed and even organized a late check-out for us. The location was perfect, close to amazing restaurants, a kid's playground, the lagoon, and the marina, offering both sunrise and sunset views. The dining experience with homemade cakes was a lovely touch. However, the property requires some maintenance work like window cleaning. Overall, a great place to stay in Cairns!

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious with stunning views of the Cairns harbor, but there was some mold present. The need for a new ironing board was noticeable.
Service
9.0
The staff was very helpful and friendly, providing everything we needed and even accommodating a late check-out.
Location
10.0
The location is absolutely fantastic, close to wonderful food places and offering beautiful views of both sunrise and sunset. It's in a great location near shops and restaurants, providing easy access to the marina and the CBD.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience with homemade cakes was a delightful addition to the stay.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were modern and well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.
John
United Kingdom, May  2023
8.2/10

The hotel is wonderfully located on the 7th floor at the marina end of the building, offering excellent cross ventilation. The room was clean, modern, and met all our expectations perfectly. However, the noisy rain on the installed middle window hindered the view and was bothersome.

Rooms
9.0
The room was amazing, clean, and modern, providing all the necessary amenities. The cross ventilation on the 7th floor was a great touch.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful during our stay, ensuring a pleasant experience. It would be even better if they could address the noise pollution issue.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in Cairns, within walking distance to all essential amenities, restaurants, and the beautiful Cairns Esplanade. It's the best touristy area for convenience.
Dining
7.0
The granola at dining was delightful. However, more dining options would enhance the overall experience.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, providing the necessary conveniences for a comfortable stay. It would be excellent if they could address noise pollution and ensure a quiet atmosphere.
Peter
United Kingdom, May  2023
8.2/10

Staying at this spacious apartment was a delightful experience. The rooms were huge with beautiful views and had excellent air conditioning and a strong internet connection. The location was superb, offering easy access to great dining spots and attractions, although unrenovated apartments weren't as appealing. The service was friendly and helpful, making our stay more pleasant. However, the dining options, although featuring a make-your-own pancake machine, were a bit lacking in variety. Overall, a great option for those looking for comfort and convenience.

Rooms
9.0
The apartment was huge with beautiful views. The air conditioning and internet connection were excellent.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful, providing all we needed.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, close to great dining spots and with easy access to attractions. Parking for our 4WD was convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, including a make-your-own pancake machine, could offer more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good overall, but could be more diverse to enhance the experience.
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