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4.3 out of 5

"At the quiet end of the esplanade with great views over the ocean . Easy walking distance to muddys and playground, cafe and beach volleyball and and ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 13 Nov 2023

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Hotel Description

At 181 The Esplanade you'll be within steps of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Highlights at this beach aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and private spa tubs.

You can enjoy a TV with cable channels, and each apartment features a washer/dryer, free WiFi, and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and a pillowtop bed. A living room, a dining area, and a DVD player are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Enjoy the spa tub, sauna, and pool loungers. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site.

Within a 30-minute walk of this 4-star Cairns North aparthotel, attractions include Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

2 Bedroom Ocean View Apartment

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Two Bedroom Garden view apartment on Ground floor

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

2 Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

181 The Esplanade ratings based on 184 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for 181 The Esplanade

Everyone (81) Couples (21) Business (1) Family (78)
5 out of 5
At the quiet end of the esplanade with great views over the ocean . Easy walking distance to muddys and playground, cafe and beach volleyball and and not much further to main activity hub We walked to RSL and cenotaph on the esplanade for 11/11 commemoration and then on to public pool for a dip. Really easy walk. Staff were really friendly and accommodating as we needed to stay a bit longer, no problem for them Everything we needed in the apartment, really comfortable lots of room , large lounge and balconies,full kitchen and good bathrooms. Really nice pool. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again

Posted by on 13 Nov. 2023

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5 out of 5
Great location and big open rooms. View was excellent. Had issues with the water pressure, which was fixed by a plumber that day.

Posted by on 24 Jun. 2023

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3 out of 5
A/C was broken. Furniture tired. Floor coverings tired

Posted by on 20 Jun. 2023

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5 out of 5
The apartment we stayed in had a beautiful view of the esplanade, it had all the amenities we needed for a long stay it was clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful

Posted by on 30 May 2023

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2 out of 5
Old apartment , amenities are limited , A/C was too cold in one room vs nothing in the other bed room, blinds were not closing property . Need revamp . no nearby convince store as well .

Posted by on 10 Jan. 2023

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3 out of 5
Nice sea view and very spacious accommodation. For the price however, it all felt a bit old and tired. Mmmmm beige. The kitchen was well equiped but the cups were all filthy with coffee rings. The laundry was great but the machine was excessively loud which meant we couldn’t have it on while kids were in bed. We were woken at 2am each night from a loud plumbing noise that we guess was the cistern filling when a person in another apartment used their toilet. Being directly under the 6am flight path capped off the lack sleep.

Posted by on 30 Nov. 2022

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4 out of 5
Really spacious and great layout. Full kitchen and allowed easy cooking. While supplies were good, the packaged dish detergent etc is just not as good as dishwasher tablets or a bottle of dishwashing liquid but we realise that is hotel style. Very secure and lock up parking but hard to get a park. Having numbered car parks for guests units would be good, instead of having to find one.

Posted by on 7 Oct. 2022

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4 out of 5
Good value and great views.

Posted by on 3 Jul. 2022

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4 out of 5
The position of the property and the amazing views from our 7th floor apartments.

Posted by on 18 Apr. 2022

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3 out of 5
Very loud aircon unit at property, couches were okay looking (Bali theme) but very uncomfortable. Beds were comfy, outdoor area with fish pond nice.

Posted by on 21 Feb. 2022

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Property Features

181 The Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at 181 The Esplanade. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Cairns aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1995
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of living rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Separate dining area
  • Washer/dryer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free long-term parking , Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Cairns Station (2.5 km / 1.5 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking and extended parking

Room Amenities

181 The Esplanade offers 21 accommodations with private spa tubs and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered weekly and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Private hot tub
  • In-room kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Private balcony
  • Separate bedroom
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area
  • Pillowtop beds
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code prior to arrival. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 11.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Private entrance
  • Property uses a professional cleaning service
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 11.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 181 Esplanade
  • 181 Esplanade Apartment
  • 181 Esplanade Apartment Cairns North
  • 181 Esplanade Cairns North
  • 181 The Esplanade Aparthotel
  • 181 The Esplanade Cairns North
  • 181 The Esplanade Aparthotel Cairns North

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.