This luxury resort offers spacious luxury apartments set among lush tropical gardens. Facilities include 4 luxurious swimming pools and a tennis court. Apartments are spread across three floors within 15 buildings, with two buildings featuring elevators.
Each air-conditioned apartment at The Lakes Cairns features a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities. The spacious living and dining areas open onto a private balcony. Guests can dine at the onsite restaurant, Taste of Thai, or visit the reception shop, which offers a range of refreshments, including a selection of wine and beer, ice creams, and toiletries.
The Lakes Cairns is located next to the Cairns Botanical Gardens. just a 7-minute drive from the city center and a short distance from the airport, with easy access to public transport for those who prefer not to drive or do not have a car.
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7.8/10
Good
398 Reviews
Wonderful staff, spacious rooms, pools everywhere, right next to the botanical gardens, close to the airport, and walkable into cairns.
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Good to know
Check-in
from 14:00
Check-out
until 14:00
Pets Policy
Pets are not allowed
Getting around
Train Stations
Kuranda Scenic Railway2.9 km
Cairns Central Station2.9 km
Rooms Types
Room Details
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
96mยฒ
Type: Apartment
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Semi-detached
Drying rack for clothing
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Select dates to see prices
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
96mยฒ
Has window
Type: Apartment
Room all facilities
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Semi-detached
Drying rack for clothing
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Room Description:
Spacious self-catering apartment, with full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Please note that furnishings may vary room to room and photos are an indication only.
Room Details
Two-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
130mยฒ
Type: Apartment
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Select dates to see prices
Two-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
130mยฒ
Has window
Type: Apartment
Room all facilities
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Room Description:
Spacious self-catering apartment, with full kitchen and laundry facilities. Features a very large lanai-style balcony for dining or relaxing.
Please note that furnishings may vary room to room and photos are an indication only.
Room Details
Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
130mยฒ
Type: Apartment
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Child safety socket covers
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Select dates to see prices
Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment
1 King bed
130mยฒ
Has window
Type: Apartment
Room all facilities
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Child safety socket covers
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Infinity Pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to private pool
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Room Description:
Spacious self-catering apartment, with full kitchen and laundry facilities. This apartment features 2 bathrooms and lanai-style balcony with views of either gardens or pools.
Please note that furnishings may vary room to room and photos are an indication only.
Room Details
Three-Bedroom Apartment
3 Queen bed
229mยฒ
Type: Apartment
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Child safety socket covers
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Select dates to see prices
Three-Bedroom Apartment
3 Queen bed
229mยฒ
Has window
Type: Apartment
Room all facilities
Internet facilities
Bathtub
Safe
Pay-per-view channels
Telephone
Hairdryer
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Kitchenette
Suit press
Radio
Refrigerator
Desk
Shared bathroom
Sitting area
Free toiletries
DVD player
Toilet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Video
Private Bathroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Wireless internet
Sauna
Private pool
Stovetop
Toaster
Bidet
Game console
Game console - Xbox 360
Game console - Nintendo Wii
Ocean view
Lake view
Mountain view
Laptop
Electric blankets
Additional bathroom
Blu-ray player
Coffee machine
City view
River view
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Detached
Drying rack for clothing
Child safety socket covers
Adapted bath
Roll-in shower
Walk-in shower
Emergency cord in bathroom
Shower chair
Rooftop pool
Pool with a view
Shallow end
Wine/Champagne
Bottle of water
Toothbrush
Feather pillow
Hypoallergenic pillow
Inner courtyard view
Quiet street view
Fire extinguisher
Key access
Privacy curtain
Open-air bath
Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Carbon monoxide detector
Complimentary afternoon snacks and drinks in the executive lounge
Free gym access
Access to a private beach
Transfer shower
Room Description:
Spacious self-catering apartment, with full in-room kitchen and laundry facilities. Includes 2 bathrooms and a verandah for dining or relaxing.
Please note that furnishings may vary room to room and photos are an indication only.
Guest Score and Reviews
7.8/10
Good
398 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
7.3
Location
7.8
Service
8.0
Anthony
Family with young children
10.0
Wonderful staff, spacious rooms, pools everywhere, right next to the botanical gardens, close to the airport, and walkable into cairns.
Absolutely nothing
October 2024
Christine
Group Traveler
8.0
Very comfortable apart from kitchen
No fan in the kitchen and the aircon was not sufficient in the dining area and the kitchen was very hot
October 2024
Services & Facilities
Most popular facilities
Free Wi-Fi
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Family Rooms
Swimming Pool
Free Parking
On-site parking
More Amenities
Accessibility
Accessible Parking
Fitness Activities
Tennis Court & Equipment
Food & Drinks
Bar
Food Delivery
Wine/champagne
General
Non-smoking Property
Private Check-in/check-out
Key Access
Non-Smoking Rooms Available
Sanitation Procedures
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Contactless Check-in/out
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Kid Friendly
Children's Playground
Kids' Pool
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor Recreation
Garden
Room Amenities
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Outdoor Furniture
Family Rooms
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Cashless Payment Available
BBQ Facilities
Grocery Delivery
Invoices
Convenience Store
Tour Services
Swimming & Soaking
Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
Swimming Pool
Salt-water Pool
Outdoor Pool
Fence Around Pool
Transportation
Free Parking
Indoor Parking (charges May Apply)
On-site Parking
Car Rental Available
Health Services
First Aid Kit Available
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in:after 14:00
Check-out:before 10:00
Front Desk Hours: 24/7
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUDย 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
Children up to and including 15 years old stay for AUDย 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Check-in begins at 14:00 and check-out can be done until 10:00.
Interesting place to explore in close proximity to the Aparthotels are Cairns Intl, The Cairns Civic Theater, Reef Experience, The Center of Contemporary Arts, Atherton Tableland, The Cairns Museum, Cairns Regional Gallery, Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Rainforest Dome, Cairns Wildlife Dome and others.
The Aparthotels offers Outdoor pool, Free Parking, On-site parking.
Staff Follow All Safety Protocols As Directed By Local Authorities
Contactless Check-in/out
Daily Disinfection
Physical/social Distancing Guidelines
Protective Screen Or Physical Barriers In Appropriate Areas
Linens, Towels And Laundry Washed In Accordance With Local Authority Guidelines
All Plates, Cutlery, Glasses And Other Tableware Have Been Sanitized
Kid Friendly
Children's Playground
Kids' Pool
Media & Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor Recreation
Garden
Room Amenities
Room Service
Air Conditioning
Smoke Alarms
Fire Extinguishers
Outdoor Furniture
Family Rooms
Security
CCTV Security In Common Areas
Services and Conveniences
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Cashless Payment Available
BBQ Facilities
Grocery Delivery
Invoices
Convenience Store
Tour Services
Swimming & Soaking
Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
Swimming Pool
Salt-water Pool
Outdoor Pool
Fence Around Pool
Transportation
Free Parking
Indoor Parking (charges May Apply)
On-site Parking
Car Rental Available
Health Services
First Aid Kit Available
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
All Guest Score and Reviews
7.8/10
Good
398 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
7.3
Location
7.8
Service
8.0
Anthony
Family with young children
10.0
Wonderful staff, spacious rooms, pools everywhere, right next to the botanical gardens, close to the airport, and walkable into cairns.
Absolutely nothing
October 2024
Christine
Group Traveler
8.0
Very comfortable apart from kitchen
No fan in the kitchen and the aircon was not sufficient in the dining area and the kitchen was very hot
October 2024
Nichelle
Family with young children
10.0
Large appartment, bit dated, but had plenty of charm.
The facilities were fantastic. 3 separate large pool areas. Beautifully maintained gardens and multiple water features. Would recommend.
October 2024
Craig
Family with young children
7.0
Multiple pools
Just needs to update few things 2 time been there kids love it but pools need a bit of work and the cafe needs to be a lot better, Thai restaurant is great
November 2024
Jessica
Family with young children
5.0
Being next to the pool
I understand the house rules an to keep tidy when leave. But when we went to used some items if they won't dirty they where broken more care needs be put into that when people check out. We had one room with no air con an there no staff on weekends an we try call number was provided on Friday we check in there no extra parking an when ask about vistor parking no reply as well I went for walk there was none anywhere an people park in places that won't a park. Coming into the under ground car port there was big industry bin in was witch made hard to turn and out without hitting as there was alot cars in way on side road.
November 2024
Lara
Family with young children
4.0
The apartment was very ill equipped very little in the kitchen to be able to cook anything with. Didnโt even have a plug that fit the sink. The potatoe peeler and the two knives were blunt. Ok for a 2 night stay but no long. Regretted booking the whole 7nights of our stay there. Other than the pools and the beautiful food in the Thai restaurant the rest was very disappointing. One step up from camping in my opinion. Very tired looking resort
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Also if someone is staying 7nights more toilet paper and detergent for washing dishes is necessary. Cutting a pots and pans scourer in half is a real sad looking thing to do and straight away turned us off the whole apartment. Cutting corners like that is just too cheap and reduces the experience to like I said a feeling of one step above camping. The little things would have made the world of difference
November 2024
Melissa
Family with young children
10.0
Two bedroom deluxe - layout was amazing! Super clean, lots of privacy. Two bathrooms was the absolute cherry on top. And the on-site Thai restaurant was super delicious and in a lovely setting. We saw lots of locals coming to dine as well, always a good sign! We didn't use the resort facilities but this place would be awesome for families with young kids - a couple of interesting ponds to check out, and heaps of pools.
December 2024
Clayton
Family with young children
8.0
Good Location in a gated community
The Main bedroom Matress was a bit firm for my liking
December 2024
Jeb
Family with young children
3.0
The amenities and location was great
Found meth pipes in kitchen. cooktop did not work dryer did not work. And sand flies are a real issue.
December 2024
Donicia
Family with young children
9.0
The spacious apartment
Car park is very tight
December 2024
Joanne
Family with young children
8.0
Apartments are spacious, beautiful views and best location
Pool was warm, outdoor areas need to be cleaned
December 2024
Christabelle
Family with young children
4.0
Location and the apartment itself was clean, tidy and comfortable. We loved the pools at the resort. Wouldn't recommend due to accessibility.
No elevator, we were at the top floor and struggled a lot with luggage. Uber and taxi are to pick and drop off customers at the main entrance/ reception which was quite far from our apartment. Not convenient when carrying luggage and on hot days.
January 2025
David
Couple
10.0
Everything was fantastic.
The spa bath in the room didn't work? Would have been nice to relax our sore muscles after a day of adventuring and white water rafting.
January 2025
Siddins
Family with young children
7.0
The apartments are big and well equipped. We had everything we needed for kitchen and laundry. Large balcony and rooms. Aircons worked and shower/bathroom was good. Beds were comfortable. 3 pools to choose from all close to apartments.
Pools are looking a bit tired and need maintenance. Lots of sandflies due to being near the lakes- make sure you take your repellent. Our apartment had a lift however it was very hot inside the lift. The whole resort looks like it needs a bit of a reno.
January 2025
Serina
Couple
10.0
Really clean and quiet environment
Nothing everything was great
January 2025
Alexander
Group Traveler
5.0
the size of the apartment was ok. good parking. security was great.
the apartment was old and old fashioned. some plane noise. cleaning was not great. the location is ok in case you do not want to eat and drink in Cairns. shower in the bath uncomfortable. not enough toilet paper. need major refurbishment. speed bums on the roads are very annoying.
January 2025
Mark
Couple
8.0
The two bedroom apartment on the ground floor opened up and had direct access onto the pool. Well appointed and very comfortable.
Carpark roof leaked during heavy rain and deposited a calcium like substance onto the car.
Reported to reception who allowed us to park in another carpark spot. Swimming pool is in direct sunlight all day, water temp was more warm than cool in mid December.
January 2025
Hutchison
Family with young children
3.0
Good pool facilities and nice resort feel
Cleanliness was poor.
Bleach left on the counter which posed a safety risk to my child. Broken table that posed a safety risk.
Wifi password didnโt work
January 2025
Lanie
Family with young children
10.0
The space, clean, quiet and the beautiful pool
Nothing
January 2025
Baressa
Group Traveler
8.0
Rooms, lounge, decor, clean
Car park was too small and not enough outside
January 2025
Elke
Family with young children
3.0
Staff was friendly.
The accommodation was not clean; there were still slippers from the previous guests under the bed, cigarettes in the sofa, no garden furniture, and the pool was also not clean. We did not have a good experience here. Upon arrival, we had to wait for a very long time. On weekends, the reception is closed, and it took a very long time to get in touch with someone from the 'resort,' even though we had communicated this well in advance. Very disappointing. The door to the apartment was also very difficult to open and close. We do not recommend this place.
January 2025
Courtney
Family with young children
10.0
Amazing room
Sand flys, but that can't be helped. The property was amazing.
January 2025
Kimberley
Family with young children
7.0
Great place for a family visit
There were not enough cutlery or crockery for the number of beds booked.
January 2025
Catherine
Family with young children
8.0
Location was about 10 minute drive into cairns centre, close to the airport. Our room was spacious & comfy. Air conditioning worked amazing. Lots of pools to choose from. Quiet area & we felt safe
A few more rolls of toilet paper would have been good ?
January 2025
Kalpesh
Family with young children
7.0
They allow us check in early.It was great
Not enough cleaning product .
Not enough lighting in the apartment.
Daily cleaning service missing.
But got the things we need from reception.
January 2025
Sambridhi
Family with young children
10.0
Loved everything, it was very reasonable and we enjoyed a lot.
NA
January 2025
Aynew
Group Traveler
8.0
Great location, great size apartments and the pools were awesome
All the air conditioning filters were dirty and rubbish left in the vanity draws....which we cleaned....
January 2025
Tarryn
Group Traveler
8.0
The fact that the balcony backed straight onto the pool was amazing it was beautiful and extremely convenient :)
The shower head was faced awkwardly and when tried to move so it wouldnโt be directed vertically would come looseโฆ.
January 2025
Hulya
Family with young children
10.0
Clean comfortable
Everything that we needed was there
January 2025
Jett
Couple
7.0
Was really good, like a little city in there.
Instructions on where to park cars was a bit confusing,
Unfortunately my wife developed a kidney infection before our trip and pretty much locked us in our room until we found out what it was.
Would love to go back when weโre free.
February 2025
Simona
Group Traveler
9.0
The apartment was very nice.
It was a bit far from the esplanade, but the ubers were cheap.
It was a bit of a struggle to unlock the building.
February 2025
Shaquil
Business Traveler
8.0
Clean and nicely maintained property.
Main entrance gate would require many attempts to open using the electronic key
March 2025
Johanna
Business Traveler
8.0
There are lots of facilities including 4 pools, spa, BBQs, tennis court, basketball court and onsite restaurant, which make the stay nicer. Units are spacious and comfortable. Very centrally located.
Some facilities are not well-maintained with half-repaired decks, sauna not working and dirty BBQs. The after hours key access is difficult. Great resort that needs some TLC.
March 2025
Keaila
Family with young children
7.0
It was spacious and there was seperate aircon in each room, the apartment was nice
It wasnโt super clean, there was a cockroach in the laundry and a Band-Aid wrapper on the bedside table in the bedroom
March 2025
Barbara
Family with young children
10.0
Tropical setting. Nice pools.
Nothing
March 2025
Yevonne
Group Traveler
9.0
We loved the location. The size of the apartment was great and the pool was amazing.
The plants towards the pool needs to be trimmed.
March 2025
Hayley
Family with young children
10.0
We love Everything
March 2025
Megan
Family with young children
3.0
The location of the property was good, nice and close to the airport. I also liked the resort was gated as Cairns North can be quite dangerous.
Everything was really difficult to find and not clearly signed,eg bins, car garage.
The apartment was actually really dirty, we had to wash all of the dishes before we could use them as they were covered in a film. One of the showers would not stay up at all and could not be used.
The keys for the apartment were sticky and the door was very hard to unlock, also with the door the interior chain had been removed so it did not feel secure.
Reception could not be contacted over the weekend so we were unable to get and pool towels and were not offered them on check in.
All the mattresses in this place were filthy, they were all heavily stained and smelly.
If we could have found something else we would have left.
March 2025
Leeanne
Group Traveler
8.0
The unit could do with some love and drawers in kitchen a good clean. Otherwise very spacious and comfortable
March 2025
Briony
Family with young children
8.0
Room was great. Much larger than we expected. The kids love the pools and walking around the complex.
The Thai restaurant is a must to try. Food and staff were great.
The resort it's self is a bit run down and getting in and out of the uncover carparks was very tight.
Reception didn't really know much about the running of things and seemed quite confused when asked any question.
In her defense she was young and may have still been training?
March 2025
Elaine
Family with young children
8.0
I expected a ground floor apartment as booked not third floor. Our son is deafblind although I didnโt share this didnโt think it was necessary as the booking detailed ground floor. Didnโt see any staff, none on duty over weekends.
April 2025
Ross
Group Traveler
3.0
I recently stayed at The Lakes Resort Cairns Unit 1328 from 21 March 2025 to 23 March 2025, and unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. While I expected a comfortable and well-maintained environment, I encountered several issues that need to be addressed.
1. Hygiene Issues: Rotten food was left in a black shopping box on top of the fridge, including spoiled oranges and a sweet potato with a stalk growing from it. This is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about cleanliness standards.
2. Ant Infestation: The kitchen area had a noticeable ant problem, making food preparation unhygienic and unpleasant.
3. General Cleanliness: While the facility appeared tidy, it was not clean. The shower had an unpleasant odor, seemingly from being cleaned with a dirty mop. The air conditioning units and ceiling fans were covered in dust.
4. Maintenance Issues: The second bedroomโs balcony had a hole in the roof that had not been repaired, which is both unsightly and a potential hazard.
5. Overall Facility Condition: The entire complex appeared run-down, and the reception staff were unhelpful, making the stay even more frustrating.
I find it disappointing that such basic standards of cleanliness and maintenance were not met.
I would not recommend this facility.
Put simply this facility is run down and a cat fish accommodation.
April 2025
Angela
Group Traveler
8.0
Clean. Lovely garden area. A little dated but was value for money.
April 2025
Lin
Family with young children
7.0
Our apartment was very clean and comfortable, the kitchen was great but a few kitchen wares were too old to use, needs replacement. The resort is a bit out of dated, a couple of facilities were not available as out of order. The pools could be more cleaned, the experience wasnโt as great as we visited a few years ago.
April 2025
Josh
Group Traveler
6.0
No curtains in both rooms. Light came in through the night making it hard to sleep.
April 2025
NEIL
Family with young children
8.0
Beautiful pools very clean and very spacious 3 b/room apartment.
Staff on reception on weekends.
April 2025
Diego
Family with young children
7.0
The swimming was not great. Looked dirty & not greatly maintained. The apartment was lovely, very spacious and comfortable. Great value for money.
April 2025
Tania
Couple
8.0
very clean and had all facilities provided
when did booking it advertised ground floor but when we arrived it was 2 lots steps to go up with no lift-husband bad knees and back, had to carry luggage, food etc and I had back surgery -reason for trip-so without lift terrible. arrived too late to ask to fix if at all possible, surgery 7am-before office open. Car park squeezed into corner also bad post surgery trying to squeeze into spots to pack up with doors half closed.
April 2025
Michelle
Family with young children
10.0
We had 5 different apartments in total and they were all clean, tidy and a lot bigger than other places. Felt safe with having a gated entry and we all had under ground parking. The Thai restaurant attached to the complex was amazing
Office manager needs to help the lady out front more often
April 2025
Tammy
Business Traveler
10.0
Accommodation was excellent, clean and well supplied
Lovely and quiet
No reception over Easter Long Weekend
April 2025
Samantha
Family with young children
6.0
Location was good, size and comfort was good, pool options were good, wifi was great.
No staff on due to public holiday an wkend. Fire alarm kept going off for no reason. Our car space was taken from some random and we had to move 3 times to get a park space. Only given 1 rubbish bin bag for 5 days not ideal.
April 2025
Shirley
Solo Traveler
8.0
Swimming lap pool and Thai restaurant. Food, price and service exceptional.
Carrying 3 suitcases up 2 flights of stairs. No assistance or pre warning. At 75yrs this would have been impossible with out assistance of young tourist in nearby unit. No staff could be contacted what so ever. You need to advice there are no lifts and no staff at complex.
April 2025
Robert
Group Traveler
9.0
Central to our sporting location
Self contained
April 2025
Sahil
Group Traveler
9.0
Loved the pool facilities.
Apartment was clean and spacious.
Dedicated parking.
Great location.
Reception is not present on weekends/public holidays.
Checkout process when reception is closed wasn't clear as there was no dropbox to drop the keys.
May 2025
Chris
Family with young children
7.0
Beautiful resort like feel, generous apartment and good security system
There were no elevators to the upper floors had to drag up our heavy bags which was unpleasant after a long day of travelling.
Kitchen would have been better with a good clean of drawers, cutlery and pots
May 2025
Subarna
Group Traveler
9.0
The property was beautiful. The apartment were huge and had all the amenities.
The property advertised themselves as a resort. However, it was more like an AirBNB. There were actually residents owning and residing in the apartments style resort. Not sure why they would use the word resort as it can mislead.
May 2025
O'shane
Family with young children
6.0
Nice large rooms
Never able to get a park is annoying
May 2025
Judith
Group Traveler
8.0
Good location.
Better signage where to park.
May 2025
hangglider
Couple
10.0
2 br apartment was very large, clean and mostly quiet. Supplied is tea, coffee, hot chocolate, clothes washing powder (as well as private washer and dryer). Only a few minutes drive from the Esplanade. Location is very secure with gated entry to the complex.
Spa bath of neighbouring room was a bit noisy when left running all night. Reception is closed on weekends (but there is an after hours number to call). Parking garage is a bit tight for large 4WD cars and underground garage is also hard to get in to. Nevertheless, I would highly recommend this accommodation
June 2025
Rebecca
Family with young children
4.0
The Thai restaurant was excellent. Our apartment was in a Nice location by the pool.
As soon as we entered, it smelled very strongly of ?cat urine. The tiles felt very grimy, we couldnโt walk around without shoes on. The carpet was the same and absolutely stank like cat urine. We let the reception staff know straight away and nothing was done about it.
June 2025
Tisseverasinghe
Family with young children
8.0
Pool and BBQ facilities
Internet didn't work well, it was very slow
July 2025
Matt
Family with young children
8.0
Roomy, lovely setting and facilities, helpful staff.
Some appliances were old (Microwave) and didn't work properly.
July 2025
Susan
Couple
9.0
Everything was great
The facilities - great well- appointed apartment
The location - short walk to bus stop, Botanic Gardens, etc
The security - gated community
Very well maintained - pools and gardens
The Thai Restaurant on site was excellent
We arrived at night late due to flight delays so had to pick the keys and instructions from the locked box
The map provided was ok but the location of the garage was not indicated so it took a while to find. Quite confusing.
The building names were difficult to see at night also so it was a bit stressful initially
July 2025
Graeme
Couple
10.0
Clean comfortable apartment with nice swimming pools. Thai restaurant was fantastic.
No gym
August 2025
Kevin
Couple
4.0
Overall the resort is nice and within walking distance to town. The Thai restaurant was good and the staff friendly.
There was no advice that the reception desk is not open in the weekend and we would have a two hour wait, in the sun with no shelter or seating, to get our key.
The room was advertised with a large double bed. We got two singles pushed together, both were worn and had a very hard outside border, creating a very uncomfortable piece in the middle of the bed. Not a good night sleep!
The room was very dirty - we would not sit on the couches as they were so stained and disgusting.
August 2025
Shenice P. D. P.
Couple
10.0
My partner and I had our Anniversary and we both really enjoyed our stay. Experiencing the restaurant was exceptional. We felt welcomed and overjoyed. We definitely will come there again. Brought back childhood reasons.
Nothing to fault.
September 2025
Andrew
Family with young children
9.0
Bigger than we expected. Close to pool & provided a great amount of space for our family for 5 days & had all the required items to see us through
Large rooms, en-suite & pool access from balcony
October 2025
Wayne
Couple
9.0
The apartment is large enough for the couple. The price matches the value.
I forgot to take the credit card and money inside the room when I checked out. I contacted the staff when I realised I left the money and the various cards after 2 hours left the resort. The staff helped me to reentered the room and collected the money and cards I left.
I wish the resort provides room service if the customers stay over 3 days.
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