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A sign for Gray Whale Anchor Inn Apartments at 19 Gatton St, Nth Cairns.
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A sunlit patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a black metal fence and lush greenery.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom560 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cairns North, Queensland
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns North, this apartment is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Cairns Private Hospital. The apartment includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 19 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dundee's at Aquarium - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!

Experience affordable comfort at the Grey Whale Anchor Inn. Our well-appointed room features small kitchen equipped with oven (please note, dishwasher is not available), and shared laundry facilities are accessible within the building for an additional fee. Guests appreciate our prime location, offering easy access to Cairns' top attractions, including the stunning Great Barrier Reef, vibrant local dining, shopping venues, and exciting outdoor adventures.

Whether you're planning a brief visit or an extended stay, the Grey Whale Anchor Inn provides a welcoming atmosphere ideal for budget-conscious travelers seeking to explore the beauty of Cairns without compromising on comfort.
Thank you for looking after this home and respecting the rules during your stay.

Check-In Form & ID: All guests are required to complete a check-in form and present valid ID upon arrival. This is for security and registration purposes. Please answer the pre-booking questions truthfully to ensure the space suits your needs, and carefully read the check-in instructions that will be sent before your arrival.

Please note that we provide a starter amenity kit that includes a few essentials for your convenience, but for longer stays, you may need to go shopping to re-stock.

Please remember that you are in a residential setting. We remind you to respect the neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum.

No Unregistered Guests: Only registered guests are allowed on the property. No unregistered visitors are permitted inside the property.

This property has a strict no party, no smoking, and no pet policy. Any breach will result in immediate cancellation or eviction.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM via self check-in with a key safe.

Check-out is before 10:00 AM. Unauthorised late check outs may incur a fee. Please follow the check out instructions sent to you and make sure you are familiar with where to leave your keys.

Guests may be charged for additional housekeeping if the property requires extra cleaning time.

Guests will be charged for replacing lost keys or fobs as well as a call-out fee, if required.

Any smoking inside the property will result in charges to have the property professionally deodorised and furniture and carpets steam cleaned.

Cancellation Policy: Our cancellation policy is firm. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover your trip in case of emergencies, illness, extreme weather, etc. Any refund requests outside of our cancellation policy will be declined. We are happy to provide documentation to your travel insurance company to help expedite your claim.

Thank you, and we hope you enjoy your stay!
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 560 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

319487

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Cairns North within a short 11-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and also 7 minutes on foot from Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. You'll also find Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment and a kitchen in some.

Does Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! have connecting rooms available?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 3.3 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!.

Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Judith M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The apartment is large & beautifully furnished. Everything has been thought of & you really have everything you need. Unfortunately, we were really unlucky with the bed. It was completely unstable, many screws were missing & the bed linens & the air conditioning smelled strongly of urine, so we slept on the sofa for three nights (!). It's also incredibly noisy. If that doesn't bother you, okay, I would have liked to have read about it in a review beforehand, because even in the roof tent we slept more peacefully than in this apartment. The neighbors are considerate, but you can hear every TV, every cough, talking and the noisy street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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