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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Cairns City, QLD
  • Place, Reef Hotel Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this condo is adjacent to Reef Fleet Terminal and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Cairns Esplanade. The condo includes a kitchenette, a balcony, and a Smart TV.
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What's nearby

  • Reef Hotel Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 16 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hilton Executive Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Horizon Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dundees on the Waterfront - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar 36 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sunrise - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal

Set on the ninth floor above the Cairns Reef Terminal within one of Cairns' most desirable residential waterfront precincts, this privately positioned one-bedroom apartment offers a calm, refined, and ideal base for exploring tropical North Queensland.

Fully air-conditioned throughout, the spacious, light-filled interiors make the most of the apartment's prized corner position, with windows in both the lounge and bedroom filling the space with natural light. A generous wraparound balcony provides an elevated vantage point with sweeping views across Trinity Inlet and the hinterland beyond — the perfect setting to unwind with a drink after a day on the Reef or in the Rainforest.

Step outside your door and you're moments from Cairns' best restaurants and cafés, all just downstairs along the boardwalk. Back at the complex, enjoy a pool, sauna, BBQ facilities, and outdoor dining areas — everything you need without leaving home.

Whether you're here for the Reef, the Rainforest, or simply the waterfront lifestyle, this is the place to come back to.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The condo also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Gym

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this condo?

This condo is situated in Cairns Central Business District, just steps from Reef Fleet Terminal, and within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. You'll also find Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Hotel Casino less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal on Aug 2, 2026 start from $269, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

No, there isn't parking at this condo.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

Couples staying at this condo will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchenette as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

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

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

How far is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4.4 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal?

Yes, every condo at The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal comes with a balcony and some offer mountain and water views.