North Cove Waterfront Suites places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 15-minute stroll of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Highlights at this aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room balconies. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features an LED TV with digital channels, along with a dining area, a coffee/tea maker and a ceiling fan. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. A living room, a safe and a hairdryer are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers concierge services, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-in. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cairns North aparthotel include Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Cairns Station - 7 min drive
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Muddy's Cafe - 3 min drive
Sushi Train North Cairns - 16 min walk
Lobby Bar - 2 min drive
Guyala Cafe - 1 min walk
Odett's Cafe - 9 min walk
About this property
North Cove Waterfront Suites
Waterfront aparthotel in Cairns with an outdoor pool
As a guest of North Cove Waterfront Suites, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at North Cove Waterfront Suites. The front desk is open around the clock.
This 3.5-star Cairns aparthotel is smoke free.
1 building
24 guestrooms or units
5 levels
Built in 2002
Poolside lounge chairs
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Express check-in
Express check-out
Staff members are multilingual
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Lift
No smoking on site
North Cove Waterfront Suites offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Multilingual staff
Phone
Safe
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Vending machine
Location highlights
Near the airport
Near the boardwalk/promenade
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
1 building
24 units
5 floors
Built in 2002
Garden
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - noon)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to their arrival. Reception is closed on public holidays and from noon on Saturdays and Sundays.
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.
Payment types
Important information
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 10.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.
We should mention
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.
One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
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North Cove Waterfront Suites
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
North Cove Waterfront Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Cove Waterfront Suites on 2 July 2025 start from AU$275.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Are there any beaches close to North Cove Waterfront Suites?
The closest beach to North Cove Waterfront Suites is Palm Cove Beach (19.2 km).
Does North Cove Waterfront Suites have a pool?
North Cove Waterfront Suites has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
Is North Cove Waterfront Suites family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that North Cove Waterfront Suites is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
No, North Cove Waterfront Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
No, only service animals are allowed.
North Cove Waterfront Suites Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 191 reviews
10 - Excellent
75
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 191 reviews
8 - Good
85
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 191 reviews
6 - Okay
22
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 191 reviews
4 - Poor
8
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 191 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Victoria
Travelled with family
23 Feb 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Shabby and not very chic
Largely residential apartment block. The room I was given was in very poor condition and not very clean. No flyscreens on the sliding doors or windows so the a/c has to be on to get any air. Poor communication from management/reception about pretty much everything. Note for future customers - don’t return your keys to reception before you get your car out of the car park. Particularly if it is out of hours. I had to wake up a resident to help me get back down to my car.
Victoria
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Pratik
Travelled with family
19 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good apartment for a large family
Good apartment for large family. The rooms were pretty good and clean. The swimming pool was clean and well maintained. Overall a very good experience staying here. The reception staff also gives discount coupons for cairns attractions like thec rocodile tour etc so make sure to ask for that.
One small shortcoming was not having the flexibility to extend the checkout. We requested for checkout to be moved by just one hour but received a stern no and they wanted us to vacate at 10 AM sharp. Keeping that aside it was worth the money.
The apartment was dated and we had to clean the spa bath with the shower over it because it was very dirty before we could use it.
Also we could not walk around without shoes as the floor was dirty even though it looked clean.
Denise
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
26 Sept 2024
Disliked: Room comfort
Apartment was very dated. Mattress was deeply indented on one side so was uncomfortable.
Poor water pressure in bathroom. Could do with rail to assist out of spa bath. Poor cooking pans, need upgrade.
Front Door very hard to open. Good laundry facilities. Floors not very clean. Wi fi c unable to connect last 2 days. Kitchen areas need clean. Bed was small but the sheets were so big.
We were impressed by the apartment set up. Kitchen set up well, generous wardrobes with plenty of hangers. The outlook on to the Esplanade was lovely.
Bernadette
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
ALICE
Travelled with family
16 Feb 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very nice but that's where the good part ends. The reception people are very hard to contact. We had to sit in the car in the rain for 1 hour before we could check in...why do they need a 2 hour lunch? They don't keep the posted hours so we were unable to get pool towels or even enter the pool area...had to wash our bath towels ourselves. Parking was very tight- we were given the wrong spot for our whole stay. I'd recommend somewhere else
"Conveniently located near the esplanade, this comfortable apartment offers easy communication and a friendly staff. It is an ideal choice for a hassle-free stay."
Janice
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lissette
19 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
AAAA+++++ All the way through
Fantastic, clean, amazing facilities and great communications from Minh.
Would definitely return on the next trip.
We were checking in after hours and the instructions that were sent to us / left for us were fantastic. Check out was easy too. Everything was comfortable. Overall a really good experience.
Unit was small but clean and tidy. Specifically rang after making booking to advise required twin beds and advised no problem but arrived to find 1 bed but they did make up a room with twin beds.The room was on the Water Street frontage and with a new construction opposite the noise of trucks etc started before 5am. Realise this is not the fault of resort but best to stay away from street front units.TV hardly worked as WIFI kept dropping out even on Free to air TV.
Trixie
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
4/10 Poor
Meryl
Travelled with family
19 Oct 2023
Very dirty patio area. Kitchen very basic. Washing machine and dryer shoved into bathroom. Bed was comfortable and well made. Man on reception was very polite and helpful.
Great underground parking, lovely pool, BBQ area’s and beautiful gardens.
Apartment had everything we needed, linen and towels changed regularly, short drive to City.
We recommend North Cove Apartments, Cairns