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ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY

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A marina with boats and yachts docked, a sailboat in the water, and a hilly landscape in the background.
Room
A kitchen with a washing machine, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a view of the sea through large windows.
Interior
A swimming pool with a modern sculpture in the foreground and a multi-story building in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cairns Esplanade
Sleeps 3•1 bedroom•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Cairns City, QLD
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY

Fabulous waterfront LOCATION with stunning views of the Coral Sea, Cairns Esplanade and LOCATED above the night markets on the 5th level in the very heart of Cairns city where you are able to conveniently walk everywhere within a couple of minutes, markets, fabulous restaurants & shopping. Walk across the park to the jetty for all the reef tours or you may prefer to just relax on the balcony and watch the world go by. Now we have a television in the bedroom as well as a large TV in the lounge.
Comfortable king size bed to ease any aches and pains while you sleep, wake up refreshed with a coffee pod machine also.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please hang both keys in the hallway before exiting
Please let me know when you leave.
The garbage shute is on the other side of the lifts
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 75632q
Property # 7563200
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and The Cultural Place are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Cairns City, QLD

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ABSOLUTE STUNNING WATER VIEWS IN THE CITY located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Michaelmas Cay and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an excellent apartment for two people. Great location and views and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley K.

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

Fantastic stay

Owners were responsive, gorgeous views, close to everything and very clean. Would stay here again if we were ever back in Cairns!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Cairns getaway

We stayed in this apartment prior to our adventure to Cape York with Outback Spirit,The apartment met all our needs, in an excellent location above the Cairns night markets and many eateries, fabulous views, clean and comfortable - Kay was a perfect hostess.We would highly recommend this apartment for a short or longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

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

Cairns property

We had a lovely stay here. Great location and amenities. Property was clean, secure, and owners were great to deal with. Would stay here again-highly recommend this property 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

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

Great Property

Great property for 2 people, right in the heart of Cairns CBD. Easy to get around. Hosts were lovely.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Location.

Great apartment and centrally located in the heart of Cairns. Secure and very well maintained with very good amenities on site. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Pymble, NSW C.

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

Everything was great!

Kay was very helpful from start of booking and on the day of checkin. Unit was modern, clean and had everything we required. Location was central to everything but very quiet and secure. Loved everything about this place!hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2022
Thanks, Dave, for taking the time to leave a review and for your kind words, so much appreciated. We would be delighted if you could return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria v.

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

Best ever

We had such a wonderful time. Everything was perfect, especially the locality and the view. There is no better location in cairns. Thank you Kay for making our stay great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2024
Thank you Maria for taking the time to write sush a lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

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

Our Cairns Stay.

Absolutely fabulous property so close to all restaurants and CBD of Cairns. All facilities in the apartment, ideal for an extended stay and also very secure. Our host Kay was fantastic as she picked us up from the railway station. We would thoroughly recommend all to stay in this apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Kev & Nick from the UK

Viewed many places to stay in Cairns before choosing this one and so glad we chose this one!!! Excellent in everyway in side with beautiful sea views and central location outside. Excellent for couples and could easily accommodate a small family. Thanks Kay and Ross, we had a fantastic time in Cairns
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thank you Kevin and Nick, we appreciate your lovely kind words and hope to be able to have you come and stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry h.

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

5 Stars are not enough!!

5 Stars are not enough to convey just how wonderful this apartment and the hosts Kay are Ross are. Absolutely perfect place to stay so close to everything that you could want to do or need. And a super helpful lovely lady that will help with tours and outings right in lobby. Can not recommend Kay and Ross's place highly enough. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2024
Thank you ,Kerry, we would love to have you and Keith stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve v.

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

Good location to main attractions in Cairns

Kay picked us up from airport, which was really nice. Kay told us a lot about Cairns. When we got to accommodation took time to go through the apartment, which had amazing views out to sea. We can’t thank Kay enough
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2024
Thank you, Eve, we appreciate your taking the time to write such a lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena R.

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

Excellent location & lovely hosts

My partner and I had a fantastic time staying at Kay & Ross’s apartment. It is meticulously clean and has a well equipped kitchen. The location was fantastic being above the night market, with restaurants, the esplanade, and marina close by. We enjoyed having breakfast on the balcony while taking in the water views. There’s also a tourist desk on the ground floor. Kay & Ross made us feel welcome, which was a lovely start to our holiday! Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colma K.

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

Perched over Cairns Foreshore

Terrific central location. Lovely open space that connected us to the outside world via balcony and large window. Views to Mt Yarrabah (Trinity Inlet), the foreshore and hills behind airport were quintessential FNQ. Local bird watching from apartment was fascinating. Was also fun to watch the everchanging parade of people and dogs along the foreshore. Lots of extras like pool, gym, tour desk. Kay was quick to respond to any correspondence. She and Ross' approach certainly contributed to this being a special and relaxing time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford S.

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

Perfect In Every Way

Everything was just perfect. Kay provided excellent communication before and during our stay. The apartment was spotless and provides a great view of the water. The location provides a host of restaurants of diverse cuisines within a 2-block radius. Bernie downstairs provided all of our bookings which departed from our location. The bus system is easy to use and is just a block away. As a result, we never needed to rent a car. The Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda and the Cairns Botanical Gardens were spectacular. We enjoyed perfect 24-degree weather throughout our 18 days. The apartment provided all that we needed and then some. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Cairns waterfront apartment

The apartment was everything we hoped for, easy parking, easy access , close proximity to restaurants/ bars/ cafes/ waterfront walk. Hosts communication was excellent, great to deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IAN JAMES M.

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

Brilliant accomodation and great hosts⭐️

Brilliant accomodation and wonderful hosts⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Y.

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

Ideal in all ways

Such a convenient location, and spectacular views. Clean, quiet and ideal, with everything you need. Loved my stay here and will be coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Excellent Location with everything you would ask for.

Kay's place is excellent, very clean, had everything we need and the location is perfect. The view from the balcony was awesome, the apartment was spacious and quiet (even on Friday and Saturday nights). We would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Terrific apartment with 10 out of 10 views, location and owners!

Awesome Property in the best location possible, right on the Esplanade with all the restaurants right below it and a very short walk to Woollies and the Marina for your Reef Tours. The tour buses for Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Tours pick you up right below the hotel and free parking is included at the apartment. The managers were extremely helpful and friendly and will even pick you up from the Airport if they can. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Location. Location!!

We can not recommend Kay & Ross’ property highly enough. It is located in the heart of the Cairns Esplanade area, close to the many cafes and restaurants, including the fabulous Night Markets, and easy walking distance to the Marina. The apartment is well appointed with everything you require for a success stay. Kay and Ross kindly picked us up from the airport too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek L.

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

Great Location

Short walk to everything Cairns has to offer and stunning views of the harbour. Hosts Kay and Ross were excellent. Changes to our flights meant we would not arrive until late evening and they picked us up at the airport to ensure our check in went smoothly. Will definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to our friends. Thank you Kay and Ross.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

5+ STAR RATING, location, cleanliness, excellent hosts

Beautiful clean apartment with excellent ocean views within walking distance to all attractions and restaurants, Awesome hosts Kay and Ross picked us up from airport taking away the hassle of trying to get to, and find apartment, definitely will be back Vanessa and Michael
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod H.

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

Perfect location

Awesome hosts! They picked up up at the airport. Checked us in & went through all the details. An excellent property & walking distance to grocery, restaurants, & tours. It is the perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2022
Thanks Rod appreciate your kind words and taking the time to write a review

About the host

Hosted by Kay

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Ross and I are happily married living at Palm Cove but love going to this apartment as our get away holiday destination. We also enjoy traveling and motor homing whenever we have the chance.

Why they chose this property

We chose this apartment as we loved the position being to the front of the building and facing north east. We looked at higher levels but felt we were disconnected from the view of the esplanade. With our apartment on level 5 we still have an amazing view of the water all the way to Green Island but at night we could still have a great view of the activity on the Esplanade below.

What makes this property unique

It is not often you are able to also have a window in an apartment like we have. The bedroom is of a decent size with a door closing off the rest of the apartment enabling a peaceful nights sleep

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