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Waterfront Terraces

4.0 star property

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a lush green landscape with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.
View from property
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio. There are white lounge chairs and a covered seating area with a table.
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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233 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Partial sea view or Garden View)

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Partial sea view or Garden View)

  • Partial sea view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with towels, a wall-mounted light, and a window with blinds.

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, with Courtyard

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, with Courtyard

  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Sea Facing

  • Partial sea view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cairns

At Waterfront Terraces you'll be within steps of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns North Beach. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sitting area, a ceiling fan and a hairdryer are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .This beach apartment building offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 4 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Smith Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunwoodys - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Paper Crane - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Terraces

As a guest of Waterfront Terraces, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Waterfront Terraces. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Cairns apartment is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1998
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waterfront Terraces offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the sea

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 19 units
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9 AM - 5 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after 5 PM Monday-Friday or on weekend and public holiday must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 9.0 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 9.0 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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether 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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Waterfront Terraces.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Terraces
Waterfront Terraces Cairns
Waterfront Terraces Apartment Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Apartment
Waterfront Terraces Cairns North
Waterfront Terraces Apartment Cairns North

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Terraces?

Waterfront Terraces offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Waterfront Terraces?

Yep, Waterfront Terraces has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Terraces?

Yep, Waterfront Terraces is a short 3-minute walk from Cairns North Beach.

Does Waterfront Terraces have a pool?

Waterfront Terraces has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Terraces?

No, Waterfront Terraces does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Terraces?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Terraces?

No, pets are not allowed.

Waterfront Terraces Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 229 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian blair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious accommodation, nice pool, convenient location and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

phung

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Both areas very good and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice place to stay

A little dated, but nice place to stay. Right across from the esplanade. Short drive or a 20 minute walk into the heart of the city. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location on the Esplanade. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The area any friendly staff and a beautiful view
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and spaciouse appartment with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely apartment, very reasonably priced and great location
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna-Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay here. Nice little area a little out of town but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice room with nice views. Close to shops and can walk to most tourist spots and nice walking along the esplanade. Planes do fly over during the day but didn’t really bother us. Can highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was adequate for our needs, and hosts cooperative and very pleasant. We were very happy as the location and tariff suited us for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed from Nov 12 to 17th in a 2 bedroom apartment overlooking the pool and ocean. We had a wonderful time in this holiday apartment and had everything we needed - and there were loads of nice touches - like coffee, tea bags, some milk etc and dishwasher tablets. Having laundry in the unit was a major plus! Loads of beautiful birds and fruit bats can be seen from the balcony! I really truly appreciated this place for our time in Cairns.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were friendly. Rooms were clean, beds were comfortable. Stove top didn't work but that was fixed the next morning. Nice pool for a swim. Travelled with one adult and two teenagers. We thought it was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed here for 9 nights. Great little apartment, kitchen, laundry, drier, ocean views, heated pool, nice grounds, friendly staff, easy walk into town (we like to walk), nice deck for people watching (looking straight at the esplanade), a great place to go and escape the southern cold! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed with our grandkids, great location and outstanding communication from reception. Nothing was too difficult, the room was clean and had everything we needed. Excellent service and very family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
A great choice for a four night stay over. Getting a bit tired and in need of some maintenance but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice unit

Pleasant unit well equipped comfortable and roomy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views from our room on 3rd floor beach from balcony and mountain range from bedroom. Nice staff easy to talk too. The pool area was nice to relax in.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the view from the balcony and enjoyed the pool and the easy parking. Just across the road from the esplanade in a quiet area so easy access to walks. A good size bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice views and can walk into Cairns along Esplanade. Bus stop close by outside hospital.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We came for a few days away with the family and found the apartment very spacious and very clean. Was located north of the main shops and restaurants, was about a 25 minute walk to the main part of Cairns
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
friendly starf
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Spacious apartment a little walk from CBD

A little further from downtown, but walkable, opposite the Esplanade and near a playground. Lovely pool. Apartment was spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024