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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
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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135 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Cairns Esplanade
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 462 sq ft
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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 Night Markets - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 12 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
This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi in public areas is free. 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Housekeeping

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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 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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). After-hours check-in is not available.

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. 62 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 116 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
There is no off street parking and street parking was 3 hour only paid
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
I flew into Cairns a few days early before joining a tour group. While Escape On Lake is small compared to the more notable accommodation, it is good value. Checkin was easy, and despite missed messages by both myself and the hotel, they had the room ready by lunchtime. Very welcoming after an early morning flight! The room was spacious with good facilities including a microwave for basic cooking needs. The main city centre of Cairns is one block down the street, so quite easy to walk around exploring then back to the hotel. All in all, good value
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bevan Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come to Cairns often. Rooms are neat and tidy and spacious. Lake Street has some unsavoury folk and was awoken to some yelling matches in the middle of the night but can’t blame the accommodation for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

6/10 Okay

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not right for us.

Not so good for seniors as no lift. Stairs steep and raisers short plus one huge step at the bottom. Night light only comes on when you reach the top. Beds not ever made up by housekeeping. Only one chair at the table when booked for 2. Air con turned off by owners repeatedly so hot and stuffy upon return. Location excellent though.large room, hot shower. Beds good too
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall the property was well placed and in good condition. I sould suggest the following to improve tbe stay: 1) need to supply 2 x face washers. The room only came with 1 face washer! 2) need to supply 3 bath towels , not just 2 for people with long hair requiring a hair towel. 3) need to have additional hanging rails in the bathroom. Currently there is no where to hang we beach towels , swimmers etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Cute accommodations

Very spacious, convenient location, felt safe. This was my very first solo trip out of the country and I loved Cairns. Even though there was no elevator, it was only a 2- story building. My room faced the street but it was fairly quiet(except for the occasional homeless person yelling out in the street). The apartment had everything I needed and the Woolworth was close by. Even though there's no reception desk, I was able to get ahold of staff when I accidentally left my key in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 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

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

SHOMA

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pontus

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Went there with my partner, was well located in Cairns. Grocery, chemist and many restaurants and shops near. The kitchen utensils were well appreciated to prepare our lunch (no oven). Comfy bed and well maintened. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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

Cornelis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn

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

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place is very convenient but there are people each night making noise either talking, singing, and screaming. Ms. Rosa was very helpful for assisting us for the local tours. I will give her a 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

YOSHIHIRO

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Simple accommodation with everything you need

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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