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181 The Esplanade

4.0 star property
Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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181 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
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About the neighborhood

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Located in Cairns North, 181 The Esplanade is adjacent to Cairns Esplanade and within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights like Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This 21-room, 4-star aparthotel has private in-room hot tubs along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 3 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train North Cairns - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CC's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

181 The Esplanade

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade
At 181 The Esplanade, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach aparthotel include a hot tub, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Each apartment features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a dining area and a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 42-inch TV with cable channels and a DVD player. The pillowtop bed provides a full night's sleep and the bathroom offers hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a private hot tub, a washer/dryer, and a coffee maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car rental
  • Free extended parking on site

Family friendly

  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Crib: AUD 11 per night

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 25 per night

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • 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 accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • Near a train station
  • Near the airport
  • Near the sea
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the Strip
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • 21 units
  • Built in 1995
  • Connecting units available
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 11.0 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 11.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended 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 major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The aparthotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

181 Esplanade
181 Esplanade Apartment
181 Esplanade Apartment Cairns North
181 Esplanade Cairns North
181 The Esplanade Aparthotel
181 The Esplanade Cairns North
181 The Esplanade Aparthotel Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at 181 The Esplanade?

181 The Esplanade provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of 181 The Esplanade?

This aparthotel is situated in Cairns North, just steps from Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. You'll also find Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this aparthotel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does 181 The Esplanade have a casino on the premises?

No, 181 The Esplanade doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at 181 The Esplanade?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is 181 The Esplanade good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront aparthotel include in-room massages and a pillowtop mattress in each apartment with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at 181 The Esplanade?

Yes, all apartments at this aparthotel have private spa tubs.

Does 181 The Esplanade feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, 181 The Esplanade doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will 181 The Esplanade allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at 181 The Esplanade.

Does this aparthotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this aparthotel features connecting guestrooms to accommodate your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from 181 The Esplanade?

The closest major airport to 181 The Esplanade is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 3.4 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at 181 The Esplanade?

Yes, every apartment at 181 The Esplanade comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

181 The Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 342 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This properly was clean and neat. The 2 bedroom is a large unit with a large kitchen and sitting area. I do recommend getting some more AC in the bedrooms, but the living area was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Thierry

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mr T

The place is nice and pleasant with a nice esplanade. Wonderful view. But now fir the price we have paid thats nit enough. I stay for 1 week. The furniture are old Nobody come to change for towels or change the sheet of the bed. If it's only to pay for 1 week in advance and after the Tartare Desert with nobody... better to go to the hotel for the same price. Very desapointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

LEWIS

booked an ocean view room and didn’t get one they blamed Expedia
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellae

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not a 4 star hotel - just a very decent apartment

Clean enough - there was dust on top of fridge and under bed (it moved). Overall it was clean and good location. Didn’t appreciate we had to take the garbage out and put in the chute - wish it was known. Furniture was dated could use an upgrade. Better coffee instead of just powdered. Maybe a bottled waters when people arrive. And WiFi range was not great in bedroom. I would still recommend this - we were staying in some 5 star properties before getting here - hence my expectation was higher. Appreciated having the laundry after all the cairns adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At the quiet end of the esplanade with great views over the ocean . Easy walking distance to muddys and playground, cafe and beach volleyball and and not much further to main activity hub We walked to RSL and cenotaph on the esplanade for 11/11 commemoration and then on to public pool for a dip. Really easy walk. Staff were really friendly and accommodating as we needed to stay a bit longer, no problem for them Everything we needed in the apartment, really comfortable lots of room , large lounge and balconies,full kitchen and good bathrooms. Really nice pool. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sharron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and our apartment had a fabulous view of the sea and esplanade. Furnishings and the bathrooms would benefit from some updating, but this would not deter us from staying again. Car parking was very secure - great to have a dedicated, numbered bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arnola

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, view and wonderfully helpful and friendly proprietors, that being said the apartment is untouched circa 1990's, run down to the point of threadbare. The couches need to be thrown out, and all the kitchenware is in such a degraded state that an op shop wouldn't resell it. Please fix these things and you would be on a winner.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
There are lots of good points that should have scored this apartment higher - the location is good, and very quiet; the sea view was wonderful; the secure parking in the basement was outstanding; the apartment was spacious, clean and well kitted out; the shower was very powerful and it was great having two bathrooms. However, the flat was quite tired; the spa bath had been disconnected (so was only a bath, which was not as advertised); there was no DVD (so also not as advertised); TV channels were limited; there was no remote for the bedroom TV; and the internet connection was poor. Overall, it could have been so much better with some attention to detail. The owners might want to take note, as this apartment is no longer exactly as advertised on Expedia.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay as long as you can in this delightful spot. The building itself was clean and secure. The apartment, specifically, was roomy, well maintained, and easily felt like home as soon as you walk in. Fantastic views of the ocean and mountains (and bats at sunrise!). This is on the north end of the esplanade, so it was a bit quieter but within a few minutes walk you are in the heart of the hustle and bustle of it all. I would recommend this spot highly to my friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and big open rooms. View was excellent. Had issues with the water pressure, which was fixed by a plumber that day.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A/C was broken. Furniture tired. Floor coverings tired
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment we stayed in had a beautiful view of the esplanade, it had all the amenities we needed for a long stay it was clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect, we also liked the pool and spa there. Staff are kind and helpful. Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Room comfort

Ocean View?

Ocean view or Garden view? If you look closely you can see the ocean through the trees but I paid for an ocean view. This was not it! Lots of great space with two bathrooms, laundry and all the basics in a kitchen. A local phone in the apartment/lobby would have been very helpful. Bit of a hike to get to the Esplanade/Marina but definitely doable. Surfaces were all very clean but if you look up or down you will find plenty of dirt, ants and even mold. For a short term stay this place will do the trick but a bit of investment or even fresh paint would do this building some justice.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Ningappa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Old apartment , amenities are limited , A/C was too cold in one room vs nothing in the other bed room, blinds were not closing property . Need revamp . no nearby convince store as well .

6/10 Okay

Robin

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice sea view and very spacious accommodation. For the price however, it all felt a bit old and tired. Mmmmm beige. The kitchen was well equiped but the cups were all filthy with coffee rings. The laundry was great but the machine was excessively loud which meant we couldn’t have it on while kids were in bed. We were woken at 2am each night from a loud plumbing noise that we guess was the cistern filling when a person in another apartment used their toilet. Being directly under the 6am flight path capped off the lack sleep.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious and great layout. Full kitchen and allowed easy cooking. While supplies were good, the packaged dish detergent etc is just not as good as dishwasher tablets or a bottle of dishwashing liquid but we realise that is hotel style. Very secure and lock up parking but hard to get a park. Having numbered car parks for guests units would be good, instead of having to find one.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yeng

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place with view. It's a little out dated but still functional. Great time and place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Auke

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay!

This was a great accommodation for a family of four adults. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms and spacious living space. Location is excellent with (partial) ocean view (depending on which floor you are on) and walking distance to city centre.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mayank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for family or group stay. Excellent location. One magic key opens all doors :-) The toilets should have exhaust fans installed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good value and great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022