Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Good amenities
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness in one instance
Comfort issues noted with some rooms
Minor maintenance issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
Some cleanliness concerns mentioned, specifically ants and dirt.
Service
9.9
Staff at key pickup location were very helpful and responsive.
Location
9.94
Great location, close to everything with fantastic views.
Room Quality
8.39
Several reviews noted comfort but also mentioned issues with quality in one case.
Amenities
8.92
Amenities were good, with washing facilities and general comfort.
Value for Money
8.88
Generally perceived as good value, though a specific stay was not worth the money.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.4
Positive experiences overall, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:41

Property Description

Luxurious Waterfront Apartments

Stunning Waterfront Views: Indulge in panoramic sea views from our fully self-contained 1, 2, or 3-bedroom apartments.

Relaxation and Wellness: Unwind in our outdoor swimming pool, spa pool, and sauna, or stay active at the fitness centre.

Prime Location: Just a stone's throw away from Cairns Waterfront Marina and a short walk to the vibrant city centre, offering easy access to top restaurants and bars.

Book now to experience the ultimate blend of luxury and convenience at Cairns Private Apartments.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card and a 2.00% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made.

Please note that the check-in desk is located at the Visitor Information Center, which is located directly opposite the Cairns Harbor Lights complex. Guests are welcome to contact the property in advance for further details, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that these apartments are privately managed apartments, which are located in the same complex as the resort known as Cairns Harbor Lights. Please note they are not part of the managed hotel and resort, and do not have access to the services provided by the managed hotel, such as the on-site reception desk, luggage storage and concierge service.

Please note that reception opening hours are from 08:00 to17:00. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please contact Cairns Private Apartments in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that housekeeping service is only offered on the fourth day of stays of 7 nights or longer. You can request daily housekeeping service at an extra charge.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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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
Airport code: CNS

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 10 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for AUD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1466 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 9.4
M
Maria • couple • nl
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Luz • couple • es
9
Good
Pros:

We chose this location to be next to the boat tours that go to the reef and it was a 4 min walk at 7 am. Definitely worth it.

Cons:

Could have been cleaner.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jeyakumar • couple • au
10
One of the most beautiful apartment I ever visited
Pros:

Excellent for the

Cons:

The best apartment

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
A
ANDREA • family_with_children • it
9
Consigliatissimo!!!
Pros:

Ottimo appartamento tranquillo sopra il porto, personale estremamente disponibile e gentile (Darcy).
Tutto perfetto!!!
Parcheggio auto coperto a 15aud/giorno

Cons:

nulla

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
M
Melissa • couple • au
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • couple • au
9
Great place to stay it was close to everything
Pros:

Location and views were amazing

Cons:

Pool area wasn’t inviting

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
L
Lesley • couple • gb
9
Perfect location to enjoy the best of Cairns.
Pros:

It was a great location, and the car park was undercover in the accommodation. It had washing facilities within the apartment and the bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
E
Elyse • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Comfy, clean, spacious

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
L
Len • couple • nz
9
Excellent
Pros:

great location

Cons:

Slightly smaller than I thought.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
M
Maharaj • solo_traveller • nz
6
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
W
William • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
F
Francesco • extended_group • au
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
W
Wendy • couple • us
10
Wonderful.
Pros:

Location was the best!!!
Fully equipped kitchen.
Nice deck to watch the spectacled flying foxes( bats) flyover at dusk.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
S
Stefanie • family_with_children • au
7
Amazing view of the harbour, everything else quite basic.
Pros:

The view has been amazing. We’ve spent quite a lot of time sitting on the little balcony. Unfortunately, the chairs haven’t been very comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful when we collected the keys.

Cons:

Apart from the view, the studio apartment was very basic. The bathroom ventilation didn’t work, and the freezer in the fridge was broken, which caused all our food to freeze even when set to a very low temperature. Everything seemed to be of the cheapest quality—plastic chair inside and a small table. The outdoor cushions were dirty and not inviting. There was no on-site reception.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
L
Loren • couple • au
10
We really enjoyed our stay. The waterfront view was spectacular
Pros:

The view

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • couple • gb
10
Fabulous accommodation in very central location
Pros:

Excellent location clean comfy brill facilities.
Accommodation management did everything to ensure we were catered for even though we were arriving later and they were closed

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
A
Andres • couple • au
9
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
M
Mahendra • family_with_children • ae
10
Amazing huge apartment by the pier, unbeatable views and the best ever in cairns
Pros:

Couldnt have found a better place ..right by the piers, view of the water , high up with ever room having a view ..a large balcony with a lounge , a parking and all the amenities one could think off.
Was just superb and a rare find .

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
R
Ross • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
V
Veda • solo_traveller • au
9
Lovely apartment - I would like to stay again should I return to Cairns. Highly recommend.
Pros:

Cleaning was excellent. Fresh linen when room cleaned.
Location - very convenient - walkable to all local places of interest.
Quiet - very restful - despite very central location.
Lovely view of harbour.
Excellent layout of apartment.
Convenient kitchen/laundry
Facilities well maintained.

Cons:

The gym was closed the entire two weeks I was there for renovations. Just a bit unfortunate for my stay.
Not a deal breaker - but the bucket chair in the lounge is looking a bit worn - Just contrasts a bit with other tasteful furnishings.

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee