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Escape On Lake

Apartments with kitchenettes, a quick walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul

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135 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (Budget Studio)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 43 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, Escape On Lake is in a shopping district and near the airport. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Esplanade Lagoon and Sugarworld Waterpark are not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 11 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chezest - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelocchio - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Escape On Lake

Apartments with kitchenettes, a quick walk to Cairns Esplanade
Along with express check-out, this smoke-free apartment building has tour/ticket assistance and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A rainfall shower, an electric kettle and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Change of towels is available on request.
Escape On Lake offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead.

This Cairns apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - noon)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [141 Lake St, A1 Car Rentals reception.]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 per cent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape On Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Escape On Lake?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Escape On Lake?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Escape On Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Escape On Lake located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Esplanade Lagoon are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Escape On Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 119 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylie Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was exactly as described, daily servicing went beyond expectation and is in an excellent central position.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very central and nice accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place just off of the main drag with easy walking to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Location is excellent. Everything is nearby. the size of the unit is good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an excellent place to stay close to the city easy to walk any were my only issue was we had a car and there is no parking you have to pay at a meter all day to park
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness
Location&price were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to restaurants etc
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained property and wonderful people running the place. They were very helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a pleasant stay. Not too far too walk to most things of interest, restaurants etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Property was clean, neat and tidy, convenient to the Cairns CBD ( walking distance ) with everything we needed for the week we were there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nicely decorated, comfy bed, & handy kitchenette. Easy walking to Esplanade & eateries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, tidy, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The accommodation was bright, well appointed, easy access, walking distsnce to all necessary amenities. The studio had a really nice feel to it. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Was ok, handy to town, no real windows tho!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tidy safe close to the city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice apartment, spacious, safe and clean within walking distance to all shops and markets.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice place

The location is very convenient and the staff is very friendly. The best part is that the mini kitchen saves me a lot of money.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love Cairns. I came here for diving and snorkeling, Escape on Lake hotel is in a great location near the Esplanade, restaurants, the Aquarium and the shopping center. Rooms are clean, simple and quiet. Coming back to Cairns, I will know what hotel I will make a reservation to.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was adequate for our needs. Clean and tidy. Easy access to waterfront , restaurants, shopping. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet, very affordable and perfect for my needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great flexibility and help with our late check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying at the escape on Lake was awesome. Very clean, close to everything in Cairns. I would recommend this hotel to anyone. Mark was extremely helpful to us booking excursions whenour cellphones couldn't make outbound calls.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

TATSUYA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a beautiful inn for its cheap price and the staff were nice.I'm very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice one night stay. Comfortable and clean. Friendly check in, thanks for letting us check in early with all our luggage.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023