The Lakes Resort Cairns

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 4 outdoor pools and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Garden
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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2 Greenslopes Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairns Base Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mount Whitfield Conservation Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 7 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Flamingo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Edge Hill Thai & Laos Takeaway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Serpent Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Lakes Resort Cairns

Family-friendly hotel with 4 outdoor pools and a coffee shop
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 gift shop, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Kitchens, washers/dryers, and refrigerators 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
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom

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
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • 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 40.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

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 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 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 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 and Rondo Theatre. You'll also find Cairns Esplanade and Tanks Arts Centre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lakes Resort Cairns?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 4 outdoor pools, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Lakes Resort Cairns have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

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?

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 2.5 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies 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. 215 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 561 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Business traveler
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

6/10 Okay

Hilda

Traveled with family
no elevator
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogerio

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gus

Traveled with family and small children
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

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mital

Traveled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Janice

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

craig, Kailua

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

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Aleks

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

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

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

6/10 Okay

Zena

Traveled with family and small children
We arrived 10 minutes early and were told to come back at check in time. We came back at the check in time and was given the keys but were told that the supervisor had not inspected the property and were asked to wait a further 15 minutes, which we didn’t. The supervisor allowed herself into the apartment 30 minutes after check in to inspect the property. The property was very dated and needs some maintenance. Arrival info stated apartment had to be left tidy however couldn’t vacuum rooms as no vacuum, found the vacuum box empty.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room wasn't ready for check in. Was told it would be half hour, cleaners didn't get there to start till half hour later. Didnt get any compensation from hotel. Pools were run down, parts of the resort were abandoned. Very noisy at night from people in pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raihan, Clyde

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yun Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We booked 2BR. When we arrived we think wow nice place. Pool was nice. But day after we felt not resort more like residency place.. So many cars parked around the bilding and car park was really tight. The breakfast was really tasty but only one person run the shop and our last day morning he was sick so we couldnt get.and we didn't konw until we got there.No one let us knew shop was closed. It was a bid sad. But we can get refund is good .. Overall room was nice,location is nice. Receptionist was nice. It was good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri-Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Janko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024