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The Lakes Resort Cairns

4.0 star property

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A tropical resort with a pool, palm trees, and a wooden bridge over a pond.
A swimming pool with a central water feature, surrounded by palm trees and a gazebo.
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and planters, with buildings in the background.
Exterior
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Tanks Arts Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A compact kitchen with a gas stove, oven, stainless steel sink, and a white refrigerator.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, flanked by two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Standard Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1615 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT THREE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns North, The Lakes Resort Cairns is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Rondo Theatre and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. This 50-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 4 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Tanks Arts Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mount Whitfield Conservation Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 5 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Serpent Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Guyala Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Lakes Resort Cairns

Guests staying at The Lakes Resort Cairns enjoy access to 4 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include an outdoor tennis court, a picnic area, and a convenience store.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Kitchens, washers/dryers, and dining areas are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Taste of Thai

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 18 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (noon - 2:00 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Cairns Lakes
Cairns Lakes Resort
Cairns Resort
Lakes Resort Cairns Cairns North
Lakes Cairns Resort
Lakes Resort Cairns
Resort Cairns
Lakes Cairns Cairns North
The Lakes Resort Cairns Hotel
The Lakes Resort Cairns Cairns North
The Lakes Resort Cairns Hotel Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

The Lakes Resort Cairns offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The Lakes Resort Cairns?

This hotel is situated in Cairns North within a 10-minute walk of Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, Tanks Arts Centre, and Rondo Theatre. You'll also find Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns include a casino on the premises?

No, The Lakes Resort Cairns doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 4 outdoor pools.

What do couples enjoy most about The Lakes Resort Cairns?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and 4 outdoor pools plus some guestrooms feature a private indoor hot tub.

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns have a hot tub?

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

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Lakes Resort Cairns doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lakes Resort Cairns.

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Lakes Resort Cairns?

The closest major airport to The Lakes Resort Cairns is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 2.6 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Lakes Resort Cairns offer a furnished balcony and may feature garden views.

The Lakes Resort Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 568 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Close to airport and if you like a stroll, pleasant walk once you get on the waterfront. Staff friendly and helpful. We had a large one bedroom apartment overlooking one of the many lovely pools and gardens. The grounds were very well kept and tropical. Decor in the room somewhat dated but clean and served our purposes of 5 nights exploring Cairns and surrounds. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable and affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marco

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

Lakes Resort

Very clean and centrally located resort with a pool with easy access. All was superb and I would recommend this resort for staying in Cairns.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect family holiday destination in Cairns! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mital

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. Everything is mentioned in the details during booking was there. The pool area was very beautiful. Our stay was really great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a family of 5 and stayed a week. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Spacious and very well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean, great staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we have a good time, thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is dated. It is not a 4 star resort. The signage out front is
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Great holiday appartments

Clean, neat and tidy modern apartment. Great wifi. Secure complex with well maintained grounds/garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerardine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property met our needs
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Wonderful place, have stayed their twice now. It does need better up keep, would be a shame to see it not refurbished soon and fall into disrepair.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Aleks

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out dated that photos well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real surprise for me - beautiful apartment great facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful apartments. Very spacious and wonder views of the pool. BBQ area for a pool side dinner. Close to airport. Close for the airport and 10min drive from town. Car was secure undercover. Great for family fun. Would definitely use again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort with 3 swimming pools , beautiful flora around ! Also , there is great Thai restaurant on side with very special deserts! Convenient parking. Communication was tricky because office is opened on week days until 5 snd closed on weekends and no one was picking up the phone or responded to property e mail . It is an older propery but maintained very well
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The number of pools and variance was excellent. However, the property is showing its age and needs maintenance inside (washers etc) and outside (cracked tiles, paint and repair on eaves)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

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

Excellent

The Lakes Resort had very mixed reviews so we were somewhat hesitant...but we needn't have been. Everything was excellent! We booked a 2 bed deluxe unit which was clean and spacious and in good condition. We loved the numerous pool areas and enjoyed the bbq area, tennis court and bocce. Onsite cafe and restaurant open daily and the staff were lovely. An easy 8-10 minute walk to the main road for buses into town. We loved it, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good and really liked the restaurant. I didn't receive instructions for late arrival because I didn't take phone off flight mode.Caused us a problem but my fault. We couldn't get onto wi-fi which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Morris #517. This is an excellent well appointed, clean and remodeled unit. Some of the common areas have not been as well maintained, and a number of areas are currently being worked on. This is a mix of long term rentals, residents and short term holiday units. The local by the Cultural district is unparalleled in Cairns and makes this a great choice for active folks. the airplanes do land/take off nearby, so if that would be a bother to you please be sure to consider. For us, no worries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hilda

no elevator
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A huge disappointment to return to this resort and find it so changed. More like social housing than a 5 star resort. Noisy, dogs everywhere, limited reception hours and help available, bar and restaurant in resort not open, the best thing about it is the Thai restaurant by reception.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharman

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although our room was great, 1 roll of toilet paper for two adults for 5 days was tight and no office over weekends, we had to buy our own. My family stayed in various rooms throughout the resort and their rooms were really dated and not very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023