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$300Waterfront Terraces 233 The Esplanade, Cairns, 4870, Australia
349 reviews
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Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Tour desk
Welcome to Waterfront Terraces, a fabulous 4-star Apart Hotel nestled in the heart of Cairns, Australia. Located at 233 The Esplanade, this charming hotel offers a beachfront escape just 1mi from the city center. With 349 reviews, guests have raved about their unforgettable experiences at this wonderful property.
The Waterfront Terraces features an array of sought-after amenities including free parking, a stunning outdoor swimming pool, complimentary Wifi, and air conditioning. Guests can enjoy the beachfront views from their private balcony, relax in the garden or terrace, and take advantage of the fully equipped kitchen in each non-smoking room. The hotel also offers a picnic area with beach chairs and loungers, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Cairns with a stay at Waterfront Terraces. From the luxurious accommodations to the prime beachfront location, this hotel has everything you need for a memorable vacation in Queensland, Australia. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience at a minimum price!
Waterfront Terraces doesn't just offer a picturesque setting; it also provides top-notch amenities for guests to enjoy. In addition to the inviting outdoor swimming pool, which is available year-round and exclusively for adults, guests can take a refreshing dip in the saltwater pool while soaking up the stunning views. Whether you prefer to swim or simply lounge by the poolside with a cool drink in hand, relaxation and tranquility are always within reach at this fabulous aparthotel.
For the convenience of guests, Waterfront Terraces accepts cash as payment upon arrival, and also accommodates credit card payments including Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos. This flexibility ensures that guests can settle their bills with ease, leaving them free to make the most of their time exploring Cairns and all the amazing attractions the city has to offer. With payment options as hassle-free as these, you can focus on enjoying your vacation without any worries.
With a variety of room types available, including Deluxe Sea View Apartments and Superior Apartments with Sea Views, Waterfront Terraces caters to couples and families alike. Each non-smoking room accommodates up to two adults and one child, making it the perfect choice for a romantic getaway or a family beach holiday. The well-equipped kitchen in every room allows guests to prepare their own meals, giving them the freedom to dine in with a gorgeous view or head out to experience the local culinary scene. Make the most of your stay in Cairns with a booking at Waterfront Terraces, where comfort, convenience, and stunning vistas await.
Closest airports
Cairns International Airport
1.7miBeachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Kitchen
Garden view
Kitchenware
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Non-smoking rooms
Soundproof
Free toiletries
Picnic area
Garden
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Double Room, Pool View
240 sqft
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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The double room features a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides air conditioning, an electric kettle, heating, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Deluxe, 1 Bed, Sea View, Balcony
690 sqft
Kitchen
Balcony
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Apartment One Bedroom
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Apartment, 2 Bedroom
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Apartment Two Bedrooms
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View
Kitchen
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Dryer
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Deluxe, Sea View, Balcony
Kitchen
Balcony
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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Room Deluxe Sea View
Superior Apartment, Sea View
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Apartment Superior Sea View
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Double Room, Panoramic View
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8.2
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Featured reviews:
Robert
9.1
July 2025
The Waterfront Terraces were close to place to eat you could walk and it's a nice walk in and out to the center of town. You can catch an uber or bus if you like or drive up to you. The accommodation had everything you need oven, cook top and microwave. Alos provided dryer and washing machine, some cooking pot and microwave dishes, cutlery is also provided. dishwasher two tables and washing up liquored and powder for the washing machine. all bedding material as well the staff are friendly and helpful to everyone.
not a thing keep the good work up.
Steve
8.2
January 2024
Good location on the Esplanade not too far from the CBD. Great knowledgeable staff and very good value. Plenty of onsite parking. Ground floor rooms available. Well set up kitchen and laundry. Suitable for an extended stay.
The pool was far too warm.
Dinah
9.1
August 2024
Great location. The pool was really nice. We were in a 2 bed apartment on 3rd floor. Had 2 completely separate bedrooms with sep open plan lounge, dining and kitchen. Good shower. Also had separate laundry with washer, dryer and laundry tub. Large wardrobes in both bedrooms. Was really spacious overall. Had private balcony. Staff very helpful and friendly. Definitely stay again. Bus stop 8 minutes walk, don't need a car if staying here as bus service easy. There is car parking on site, all undercover. I decided that I prefer apartments like this as find daily servicing a bit inconvenient. We stayed for 10 days and just washed our own towels and sheets etc. Vacuum and mop etc provided in apartment and they did offer to do a service part way through our stay but we didn't require this. Apartment even had dishwasher.
Some of the buttons on the TV remote didn't work very well but not sure if they were aware of this so I left them a note.
Belinda
9.1
December 2024
Value for money is the winner here! Property manager were friendly and welcoming and whole booking and stay was stress free. 2 bdr apartment was spacious and clean with everything we needed for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. Top floor views were great with a nice balcony. Lush tropical gardens and nice pool. Although pool was warm due to no shade but to be expected this time of year in the tropics (Dec). We wouldn't hesitate to book again. Stair access only for above ground floor. Not a problem for us but if there is mobility issues would need to ask for a ground floor apartment.
Alexis
9.1
September 2024
All appliances were working well.The beds were comfortable. Heather the lady in reception was excellent. Early check in was given to us - we checked in at 9.30 am - with no additional charge. Also, we were able to add in an additional person to our booking after the original booking, with a minimal charge per night! We were able to leave our luggage on the last day at 8.45 until 4.30 with no charge. It’s not right in the centre of town, but a 20 min walk along the esplanade took you into the town and to the lagoon.
There was a lover shutter ‘window’ between the kitchen and the second bedroom- this was not ideal as there was limited privacy, and the noise from the lounge/kitchen area travelled easily between areas.
Anonymous
9.1
September 2024
It was great! It had everything I needed for a good holiday while still feeling independent. I don't like a big hotel because it doesn't feel homely, but waterfront terrace was great for that, I felt like I had my own place that was home. All the machines worked great, the aircon was awesome, the bathroom was great too. The perfect place to stay for a young couple, and for a good price.
Lisa
9.1
February 2025
Location was good- not too close to city centre, so therefor a little quieter….. only a 20 min walk and if your not up for the walk, only $10 with uber…. Which were never longer than 7 mins wait
Facilities were great- bbq, pool, gardens and location. The actual apartment was great- everything we needed and great view 👍👍
Elisabeth
10
June 2024
Reception very helpful with bookings for day trips. The pool and surroundings very clean and enjoyable for swimming. Nice view of the esplanade walkway from our apartment at the second floor level. Quiet area of the city but easy to walk to Muddies cafe along the waterfront. Excellent Thai restaurant over the road. Peaceful at night. Simple process to bus to main shopping centre, every 15 minutes.
Everything was great.
Alison
8.2
February 2025
Clean, spacious apartment. View of sea/ esplanade. Washer/dryer/dishwasher were useful. Helpful staff.
Approx 1.5 k from central cairns/ lagoon. Midway between airport and town centre. Great location if you don’t mind a good walk, or have a car. No lift- so 2 flights if you are on the upper( second) floor in the 2 bed apartment.
Rachel
9.1
August 2023
The apartment is quite large and spacious. The bathroom is a good size, the bedrooms have closets and the kitchen is decent for a short term stay. The apartment is right across the street from the esplanade walk all the way to the boat piers. The pool is small but cute, not heated so it’s a bit chilly
The beds were a bit uncomfortable and small. There are 2 twin beds and a queen bed. The couches in the living room are small and not suitable for 4 people to sit comfortably. The apartment was VERY hot! The AC goes to 22C for a low and it was way too warm in there. There are ceiling fans but the bedroom next to the front door was too hot to sleep, especially if doing laundry as the dryer vent blows right back into the hallway. It is a 5 minute drive to get to the city center, it is walkable but takes a good 25 minute walk. Also it is next to the hospital so ambulance and helicopter noise is frequent and loud.
Attractions
Cairns Aquarium
0.9miMichaelmas Cay
1.1miCairns Botanic Gardens
1.1miCentenary Lakes
1.1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
1.2miRusty's Markets
1.3miGreat Barrier Reef
1.3miGreen Island
1.4miBarron Gorge National Park
10.3miKuranda
10.5miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
10.7miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
13miLake Barrine
24.8miAtherton Tablelands
24.8miGranite Gorge Nature Park
28.9miAttractions
Cairns Aquarium
0.9miMichaelmas Cay
1.1miCairns Botanic Gardens
1.1miCentenary Lakes
1.1miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
1.2miRusty's Markets
1.3miGreat Barrier Reef
1.3miGreen Island
1.4miBarron Gorge National Park
10.3miKuranda
10.5miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
10.7miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
13miLake Barrine
24.8miAtherton Tablelands
24.8miGranite Gorge Nature Park
28.9miAirports
Cairns International Airport
1.7miLocation
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Terrace
Kitchen
Garden view
Kitchenware
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Non-smoking rooms
Soundproof
Free toiletries
Picnic area
Garden
Activities
Beach
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Building Characteristics
Private apartment in building
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Soundproof
Tile/Marble floor
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Dining table
Dishwasher
Dryer
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Washing machine
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Beachfront
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Drying rack for clothing
Fan
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Smoke alarms
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Outdoor swimming pool
View
Garden view
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
2+ years
The price in AUD has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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