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Lake Central

3.0 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Reception
Interior
Studio | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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139 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Studio | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Studio

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Apartment | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Studio | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, Lake Central is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Each of the 29 rooms at this 3-star motel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chezest - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lake Central

Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade
Guests of Lake Central enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find LCD TVs. Relax with a rainfall shower. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 10 per day)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 10 per day (656 ft away)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • No alcohol is served at Lake Central.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lake Central?

Lake Central offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Lake Central?

This motel is situated in Cairns Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. You'll also find Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Performing Arts Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lake Central?

No, there isn't parking available at the motel.

Does Lake Central have a casino?

No, Lake Central doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lake Central?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Lake Central?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a rainfall showerhead as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Lake Central have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lake Central feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lake Central doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Lake Central allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lake Central.

Does Lake Central have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Lake Central?

The closest major airport to Lake Central is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4.1 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lake Central?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lake Central.

Lake Central Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 166 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect for our quick stay. Beds were 5 star, so comfortable and perfect for our quick layover. Staff were very helpful with our late checkin. Rooms were dated but the price reflected this so this was not an issue at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph G

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SOPHIA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect location at a great price. the room was clean, tidy, spacious, and had all the essentials. easy late check-in process. no complaints from me! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Internet did it worked
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marcel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe gate coded access, convenient to downtown shops, restaurants, & prominade. Street parking (park in centre strip after 3pm overnight free). Nice & clean. Air con noisy so just used fan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The recpetion service at check in was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Clifton Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, so close to everything and the centre of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

C

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Titom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All services are closed to walk and eat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Lawry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely will be staying there again. Enjoyed our stay and great price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Katie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful in organising late check in as our flight didn’t get in til after reception had closed. Unfortunately that’s as far as helpfulness went. We didn’t have any hot water, I contacted the after hours number and spoke with manager whom said there was nothing she could do tonight to fix it so we would have to have cold showers. Was too cold for kids to have a shower. I figured was only one night so would suck it up…. Went to put kids into bed there was long dark hair all though the beds, pulled my sheets back and they were soiled with what looked like old blood from a weeping wound. All the beds looked like they’d just been made and not had change of linen in who knows how long. The once white towels are stained and looked like they’d not been washed. Absolutely disgusting. We left straight away and drove to Townsville as there wasn’t anywhere else we could get into at 10pm at night. I contacted the after hours number as we were leaving to let them know, no answer. Left a message and nil return of call. The whole apartment is in need of maintenance, the bathroom door hinge was barely hanging on, bathroom door knob was hanging off, black mould in air cons. I honestly don’t know how this is allowed to be running, AVOID at all cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Leonard

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANDAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet, great location , the landlords are very friendly, prefect price for a family to stay in the city center .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Amazing experience and friendly and great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. The location is excellent. On my arrival day I received a message with instructions to retrieve the room key from an outside key safe, and all worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen Gwendolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherelle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central to everthing

2 night weekend stay great location easy walk to everything nearby quiet block rear first level room clean pool bedroom was large lounge big bathroom spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023