181 The Esplanade
4.0 star property

Delightful beach aparthotel with a spa tub
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181 The Esplanade

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View
Lobby
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Overview of 181 The Esplanade

8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Babysitting
  • Kitchen

Check out the area

181 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Popular LocationCairns Esplanade1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Central Shopping Centre2 min drive
  • Popular LocationCairns Marlin Marina4 min drive
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)6 min drive
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Room options

2 Bedroom Ocean View Apartment

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Two Bedroom Garden view apartment on Ground floor

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 Bedroom Apartment

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cairns

181 The Esplanade is located in Cairns North, a neighbourhood in Cairns, and is on the Strip and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Cairns Esplanade and Palm Cove Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cairns Marlin Marina. Muddy's Playground and Reef Teach are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk
  • Cairns Base Hospital - 4 min walk
  • Cairns Night Markets - 17 min walk
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 2 min drive
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Atrium - 15 min walk
  • Muddy's Cafe - 9 min walk
  • Guyala Cafe - 13 min walk
  • Rocco - 13 min walk
  • Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - 7 min walk

About this property

181 The Esplanade

Delightful beach aparthotel with a spa tub
Guests of this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a spa tub and a steam room. Each apartment boasts a private spa tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, while a TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Weekly housekeeping is available.
181 The Esplanade offers 21 accommodations with private hot tubs and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

An outdoor pool and a spa 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

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sunloungers
  • Private hot tub
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • On-site car hire

Family friendly

  • Cots (infant beds): AUD 11.0 per night
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 25.0 per night

Bathrooms

  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry service

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Safe at front desk
  • Free newspapers (reception)
  • In-room massages
  • Vending machine
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Rafting nearby

General

  • 21 rooms
  • 10 floors
  • 1 building
  • Built in 1995
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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, staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 11.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 11.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does 181 The Esplanade have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 181 The Esplanade pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 181 The Esplanade?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at 181 The Esplanade?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 181 The Esplanade?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is 181 The Esplanade located?

Located in Cairns North, this beach aparthotel is steps away from Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cairns Station is 28 minutes by foot.

181 The Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 336 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 336 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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