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Relax at Cairns Ocean Views Esplanade Apartment, with uninterrupted ocean views from the balcony. Unwind in the gym or pool, and enjoy al fresco dining at top restaurants just a lift ride away. Stroll along the Cairns Esplanade boardwalk outside your door and take in tropical plants and birdlife.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4667 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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, trundle and cot as required

    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.

    On-site 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 - and cot if neeed. Tariff is for 2 persons. Additional guests attract an additional nightly surcharge. Maximum 4.

    Cleaning/linen fee covers all linen hire, including bath towels for all. Mid-stay mini-clean or linen swap 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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 667 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

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 Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina. Esplanade Lagoon and The Cultural Place are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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Cairns, QLD

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade
    Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon
    Esplanade Lagoon
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets
    Cairns Night Markets
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    Cairns Marlin Marina
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reef Hotel Casino
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    13 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Rattle n Hum Cairns
    1 min walk
  • Villa Romana
    2 min walk
  • La Pizza
    2 min walk
  • Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook
    1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this apartment building is steps away from Michaelmas Cay, Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon. Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Regional Gallery are just steps away. Cairns Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Fae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A spacious and very comfortable condo for three adults. Enjoyed the balcony and view very much! Washing machine was great but would have found a dryer to be very helpful. Location is close to everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and condo

Was a great place, location, and host. Would stay there again if in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarun G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great convenient location

Great location close walkable to all attractions restaurants and amminities. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very clean and neat

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kendall p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

Great condo! Great view! Great location! Bed comfortable and communication with Darrell was awesome!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Accomodation

Great 7 day stay, the apartment had everything you need. Its location could not have been better by the night market and lots of restaurants. We booked a few trips with the travel agent in the building and she is very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We really enjoyed staying in this unit! Booking and checking in was easy with great communication and friendly service. The apartment is really comfortable with everything we needed. The view was so beautiful and the location could not be better. We would definitely stay here again on any return trip to Cairns!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grear unit with water views and in central location

Well equipped self contained unit. Patio overlooks the park, lagoon and boardwalk. Ideal for guests without a car. The train and central bus stop is walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and space

What a find! Host was super helpful. Location was excellent and the description presented was bang on. Lots of room for a couple. Beautiful view. Bbq and pool area were very nice. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host Darren made the process simple and straightforward. His in home guide book was very helpful.

Property suited all our needs. Great location. Would highly recommend to others . Thanks Darren
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location.

Very comfortable unit in the perfect location for walking to everything in Cairns. Thanks Darrel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice clean functional unit. The location could not be better. Everything is right outside the ground floor door.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect spot for our 4 days in Cairns. Nice view from balcony and very comfortable bed. Could be 5 stars…just needs a little paint job so the walls don’t look so dingy (our first impression). The apartment is in a great location to walk everywhere. Communication with owner is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is very good with a good view. The unit has everything you’d need for a short stay. However, the interior could use some sprucing up with fresh paint & some pictures especially in the bedroom. The furniture is too big for the space in the living area. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could wish for and more .

Darrell's apartment is a little gem ,located right in the heart of Cairns ,you don't need a car unless you plan on leaving the city itself. Darrell's apartment has it all, clean, self contained which is always a must if staying for at least a week, not to mention the amazing views. So if you want to tick all the box's then I would recommend this beauty, we would definitely stay here again, also very easy instructions to check into the unit as well ,as some times this can be the tricky part but not this one , so simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay with everything we wanted

Only two nights but everything was as good as advertised. Great location, beautiful view of ocean, very convenient to restaurants and our barrier reef cruise. We used washing machine and overnight hanging of laundry worked well. Comfortable beds and well equipped. Would highly recommend and hope to use this facility again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We really enjoyed this accommodation, clean, easy to access, everything we needed, plenty of space and privacy. Just step out the entrance onto the main Esplanade Street and everything is right there (You will never go hungry!) Although there is a pool onsite, it is also only a one minute walk to enjoy the lovely Esplanade Pool. Six minutes walk to the Casino. Comfortable bed and the lazy boy couch was great. Large smart TV and the most beautiful view, especially of the Ferris Wheel just across the road at night.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our stay in Cairns at Darrell’s apartment was excellent. Perfect location, great views, easy check in, outdoor eating area, fans and air con for comfort. Best of all was the supply of condiments and every day products to make the visit perfect for short stays. We would readily recommend this apartment for a visit to Cairns.
View from balcony
The apartments from Esplanade area and waterfront park.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Access to everything! Property very nice and Darrel very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, great amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best locstion and amazing views!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, cute apartment. Could have been cleaner (sand) and more towels were needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location

Great location, communication excellent. Unit is well equipped and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John & Marilyn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay in a great location

Being able to walk out the front and the back doors and have a range of dining options was very good. We enjoyed watching the ferris wheel and it's light display. The unit is very comfortable and has everything you will need for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025