Escape On Lake

Hotels
8.3 (352 reviews)
135 Lake Street , Cairns , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited parking
Missing amenities like WiFi

Categories

Cleanliness
8.04
General sentiment indicates that rooms were clean, but issues with bedding and parking negatively impacted perception.
Service
8.51
Reviewers noted helpful and obliging owners, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
8.75
Consistently mentioned as a positive feature, with convenient access to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were described as comfortable and spacious, though some did mention minor issues.
Amenities
7.53
Missing WiFi and limited space for hanging clothes were frequently mentioned, lowering the score.
Value for Money
8.39
Perceived as good value, although some expected amenities were lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Not extensively reviewed; default score reflects standard offerings for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.51
Overall positive sentiment, with repeat visitors indicating satisfaction despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:48

Property Description

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Escape On Lake, located in Cairns, offers a prime location just 1.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre. With key attractions like Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park within a short distance, guests can easily explore the city.

Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities
Each unit at Escape On Lake features air conditioning, a fridge, microwave, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy city views from select units and relax with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom in every room.

Explore Cairns with Ease
With a tour desk on-site and Cairns Station less than 1 km away, guests can conveniently visit nearby landmarks such as Cairns Regional Gallery and Cairns Aquarium. Book your stay at Escape On Lake for a memorable Cairns experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 12 and older are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 352 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.51
• family_with_children • au
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2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • au
7
good value, excellent location, close proximity to CBD eating venues
Pros:

good value and great location

Cons:

nothing. everything as expected based on previous stay

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Luis Daniel • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Micheal • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Ryszard • couple • pl
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
8
Pros:

It was in a central location near all the main restaurants. It was 5 minutes from the central bus station. A narrow staircase to lift big bags to first floor with no lift facility.

Cons:

There was no facility to park your car. There was no loft.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Kelli • couple • us
10
Pros:

Did not have breakfast

Cons:

Nothing to note.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • au
10
well worth the money
Pros:

very clean and updated room

Cons:

no parking available

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • solo_traveller • au
9
Everything was good, but they need to update their check in hours on the website
Pros:

Comfy bed, clean, quiet, good location, aircon good once it got going, comfy sofa.

Cons:

Weekend check in closes at 12 (their page on booking.com says 4pm). I checked before booking as I had appointments and knew I wouldn’t be there before 3pm. After booking I got a text saying it closes at 12. Really annoying as I had to go there from the airport to get the key. Yes, they have a lock box but I always find these frustrating, with the risk of being locked out when arriving late.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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QUEMENER • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Weir • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Early check in, location, cleanliness and very comfortable.

Cons:

Walls must be thin, as could hear people in other rooms....someone was coughing most of one of the nights

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I love everything about this lil gem, in fact I extended my stay for a few extra days. Hence the run of reviews! The lovely lady at reception went above and beyond 😊

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Wallis • couple • au
10
Pros:

Close to CBD.
Easy check-in.
Staff were brilliant
They couldn't do enough for us.
Late check-in, no problem.
Private

Cons:

There was nothing we didn't like.
It was excellent

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • au
8
Excellent value for $ would highly recommend
Pros:

Excellent location. Ground floor room was perfect as we had heavy bags. Easy access. Very comfortable.

Cons:

Having separate access for other rooms. Numerous stairs.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • gb
8
Basic, clean in a good location. Efficient and friendly check in
Pros:

Basic, clean in a good location. Efficient and friendly check in

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Payne • couple • au
9
Pros:

Bang for buck

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
10
Pre op accommodation room 6 perfect access for restricted mobility
Pros:

Very roomy and clean perfect fit for pre-op stay shower chair would have been perfect had I I asked ⁷im sure they would have ablidge.

Cons:

Clean tidy roomy and quit disability excess able convenient to be picked up so close to uníte. I will be back to try outfood ,massage and other outlets car hire

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee