Cairns, AU

201 Lake Street

201 Lake Street

5 stars · Guest score 8.3/10

About this hotel

Central Location in Cairns CBD Ideally located in the heart of Cairns, just off the Esplanade and a short walk from the main shopping precinct, our hotel offers convenience and accessibility for both business and leisure travelers. Relaxing Pool Area and BBQ Facilities Unwind by the poolside or take a refreshing swim to escape the tropical heat. After a day of exploring Cairns, guests can enjoy a fun barbecue using our on-site facilities, perfect for socializing and creating lasting memories. Modern and Spacious Apartments With beautifully landscaped surroundings, our 4.5-star property features contemporary 1 and 2-bedroom apartments that blend comfort with style. Each apartment is thoughtfully designed with modern decor and stylish fittings, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at 201 Lake Street. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Cairns getaway.

Highlights

Central Cairns Locale

Ideally located in the heart of Cairns CBD, 201 Lake Street places you within easy reach of the Esplanade and main shopping precinct.

Warm, Responsive Service

Staff are praised for helpful, welcoming, and quick responses, enhancing comfort during your stay.

Pool, BBQ & Suites

Relax by the pool or enjoy on-site BBQ facilities, with modern 1- and 2-bedroom apartments that offer contemporary comfort.

Facilities

  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parking garage
All 24 facilities
  • WiFi available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Shallow end
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Check-in & checkout

Check-in
02:00 PM
Check-out
10:00 AM

Rooms & rates

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Guest sentiment

  • Cleanliness5.5

    Multiple guests reported unclean rooms on arrival (dust, previous guests' rubbish, mould on shower door), missed towels/toilet paper and poor room turn-down; overall cleanliness is a clear negative in reviews.

  • Service10.0

    Staff were repeatedly described as helpful, kind and responsive (quick to reply to messages, welcoming reception staff, evening receptionist praised), though reception hours are limited; overall service sentiment is strongly positive.

  • Location10.0

    Location is consistently praised (close to hospital, walking distance to centre/esplanade, good location), and off-street undercover parking is highlighted as a benefit.

  • Room Quality7.1

    Mixed feedback: some guests found apartments roomy, comfortable and well equipped (balcony praised), while others reported worn rooms, smells, dusty vents, mould, broken aircon and misleading photos; room quality is inconsistent.

  • Amenities8.8

    Mixed mentions: laundry and parking are positives; negatives include a tired pool requiring work, missing basic supplies (dishwashing liquid, tea towels, milk, teaspoons, hairdryer) and occasional shortages during longer stays.

  • Value for Money5.0

    Several guests felt the stay did not represent good value (explicit complaint about a paid high nightly rate and disappointment with condition/photos); value is perceived negatively by multiple reviewers.

  • Food and Beverage10.0

    Standard quality for this hotel tier.

  • Overall Experience10.0

    Guest experiences are mixed but skew positive on key factors (helpful staff, strong location, spacious apartments and balcony views); however cleanliness and value issues affected some stays—overall many guests still reported a satisfactory stay.