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Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

Apartment with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade

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Relax in ocean-view privacy
Your choice of king or twin-single sleeping arrangements
Spacious and well-appointed
Private kitchen
View of the ocean, garden, BBQ and pool from your balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4667.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cairns, QLD
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

"Best location in Cairns"...
"Cairns Ocean Views Esplanade Apartment"
"Free unlimited broadband internet and Australia-wide phone-calls"
Choice of kingsize bed or twin singles plus comfy daybed and trundle

Handy to everything with uninterrupted ocean views from the balcony.
Relax or take the lift to the gym or pool...
Watch the boats and planes come and go from your balcony...
Unit is situated right in the middle of the "restaurant strip"...
Just take the lift to the ground floor and enjoy al fresco dining at the best restaurants Cairns can offer...

Directly above the Night Markets and 300 meters from the Reef Terminal where all the boats depart for the Great Barrier Reef. Also directly opposite the huge (free) outdoor Cairns Esplanade swimming pool.

The Cairns Esplanade boardwalk runs right by the front door. Excellent bird, fish, crustacean and crab watching or check out the fascinating tropical plants, trees and insects right at your doorstep. Bring your binoculars. Stroll along the Esplanade or enjoy the weekend outdoor markets and occasional free entertainment.

Supermarket is 100 meters from the back door. Unit has a full-size fridge, benchtop hotplates for cooking and a microwave/convection oven. Also fully automatic washing machine with drying lines on the balcony. Large screen TV and full outdoor setting on the balcony. Unit has airconditioning or ceiling fans.

Under-cover parking included plus free use of the gym, pool and BBQ.

Full-length glassed shower recess is a feature. Draw the curtains back and watch the ships come and go from your shower if you dare :)

Sleeping arrangements can be twin single or kingsize bed in the separate bedroom and daybed with trundle in the lounge. Tariff is for 2 persons. Additional guests attract an additional nightly surcharge. Maximum 4.

Cleaning/linen fee covers all linen hire, including bath and pool towels for all. Mid-stay mini-clean available at minimal cost on request.

Large regional public library at the back door. Local tours available from the tour desk downstairs and buses leave from the front door.

-this great apartment is only 10 minutes to airport
-taxi from airport costs about $25 and Uber even less.

The perfect place to chill and enjoy everything the tropics have to offer....

If you would like some hints on "What to do in Cairns", drop me a line and I will give you a true "local's" recommendations!

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cairns

Located in Cairns, this apartment is in the city centre. Reef Fleet Terminal and The Cultural Place are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets. Esplanade Lagoon and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Cairns, QLD

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 13 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views on 3 Nov 2025 start from £163.43, 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 Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this apartment building is steps away from Michaelmas Cay and Cairns Esplanade. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, great amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, cute apartment. Could have been cleaner (sand) and more towels were needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, well appointed apartment with lovely views, and in a great location above the Cairns night markets and many eateries. We really appreciated the opportunity to use the washing machine after our adventure to Cape York with Outback Spirits - highly recommend this apartment to those visiting Cairns for a short or longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best locstion and amazing views!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location

Great location, communication excellent. Unit is well equipped and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John & Marilyn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay in a great location

Being able to walk out the front and the back doors and have a range of dining options was very good. We enjoyed watching the ferris wheel and it's light display. The unit is very comfortable and has everything you will need for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Cairns

What a fantastic 5 days in Cairns! The location totally made our stay! The convenience of the apartment to everything was perfect. Kitchen fully equipped to cook up meals with the kids, night markets downstairs to grab a variety of food for all. Shopping trolley to do a Woolies shop and coffee downstairs after an early morning sunrise walk for mum. Really cannot fault anything and totally recommend this place, we’ll be back. Thanks Darryl and the BreakFree staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and condo

Was a great place, location, and host. Would stay there again if in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarun G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great convenient location

Great location close walkable to all attractions restaurants and amminities. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARRY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location in central cairns

Great location,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very clean and neat

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could wish for and more .

Darrell's apartment is a little gem ,located right in the heart of Cairns ,you don't need a car unless you plan on leaving the city itself. Darrell's apartment has it all, clean, self contained which is always a must if staying for at least a week, not to mention the amazing views. So if you want to tick all the box's then I would recommend this beauty, we would definitely stay here again, also very easy instructions to check into the unit as well ,as some times this can be the tricky part but not this one , so simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Accomodation

Great 7 day stay, the apartment had everything you need. Its location could not have been better by the night market and lots of restaurants. We booked a few trips with the travel agent in the building and she is very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice clean functional unit. The location could not be better. Everything is right outside the ground floor door.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We really enjoyed staying in this unit! Booking and checking in was easy with great communication and friendly service. The apartment is really comfortable with everything we needed. The view was so beautiful and the location could not be better. We would definitely stay here again on any return trip to Cairns!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is very good with a good view. The unit has everything you’d need for a short stay. However, the interior could use some sprucing up with fresh paint & some pictures especially in the bedroom. The furniture is too big for the space in the living area. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host Darren made the process simple and straightforward. His in home guide book was very helpful.

Property suited all our needs. Great location. Would highly recommend to others . Thanks Darren
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and space

What a find! Host was super helpful. Location was excellent and the description presented was bang on. Lots of room for a couple. Beautiful view. Bbq and pool area were very nice. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location.

Very comfortable unit in the perfect location for walking to everything in Cairns. Thanks Darrel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter R., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal

Perfect location and size of apartment right in the centre of the esplanade but still quiet. Lovely views and most helpful owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot!

Loved our stay here! Apartment was perfect for our family, kids slept in the lounge with the best view of the ferris wheel. Location couldn’t be better it was our first time in Cairns and we were able to walk to all our reef tours and out to dinner each night. Night markets are directly under and lagoon literally out the front. Would book again, we had an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie T., Kemptville Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect spot for our 4 days in Cairns. Nice view from balcony and very comfortable bed. Could be 5 stars…just needs a little paint job so the walls don’t look so dingy (our first impression). The apartment is in a great location to walk everywhere. Communication with owner is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

cairns

good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sharyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GBRM

Great property location, everything within walking distance. Unit was clean and tidy, everything that we needed was on hand. Sunscreen and bug spray was a good reminder and nice touch. Minor issue with check in process and parking permit but was sorted by owner. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We really enjoyed this accommodation, clean, easy to access, everything we needed, plenty of space and privacy. Just step out the entrance onto the main Esplanade Street and everything is right there (You will never go hungry!) Although there is a pool onsite, it is also only a one minute walk to enjoy the lovely Esplanade Pool. Six minutes walk to the Casino. Comfortable bed and the lazy boy couch was great. Large smart TV and the most beautiful view, especially of the Ferris Wheel just across the road at night.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darrell Dorrington

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I am a retired librarian/linguist and enjoy travelling and helping others enjoy their own. A passionate gardener and outdoors person as well as an editor/translator.

Why they chose this property

Tropical North Queensland is one of my passions. Love helping people discover more of what the Tropical North offers.

What makes this property unique

Right in the middle of town, opposite the Esplanade parklands, with views across Trinity Inlet.

Languages:

English, Chinese (Mandarin)

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