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Cairns Aquarius

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Premium Plus 2 Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Beach/ocean view
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Balcony view
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Beach/ocean view
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Ocean view
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | View from room

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Ocean view
  • 127 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Plus 2 Bedroom Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Premium Plus 2 Bedroom Apartment

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

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Premium Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Premium Apartment

  • Partial sea view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, wardrobe, bedside tables, and a window with blinds.

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Cairns Aquarius

Guests at this beach apartment building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washer/dryer. Housekeeping is available on request.
Cairns Aquarius offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cairns apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an outdoor tennis court and a sauna.
During your stay at Cairns Aquarius, you're just a quick walk from Esplanade Lagoon. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 outdoor pools. Built in 1982, this upmarket apartment building has 16 apartments over 14 floors. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court and a sauna
  • Steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes on foot from Esplanade Lagoon
As a guest of Cairns Aquarius, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Cairns Aquarius. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Cairns apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sauna

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 50 per night

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

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
  • 14 floors
  • 16 units
  • Built in 1982
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: AUD 182.50 per stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • High chair fee: AUD 10 per stay
  • Service fee: AUD 100 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 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
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Cairns Aquarius Apartment
Cairns Aquarius
Aquarius Hotel Cairns
Cairns Aquarius Cairns
Cairns Aquarius Apartment
Cairns Aquarius Apartment Cairns

Cairns Aquarius Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 270 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Junqing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
clean and close to CBD
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Accomodation was in the perfect location, plenty of space, with all facilities required. The unit was well presented and clean. Our family would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
clean rooms. Air conditioning worked well although a little noisy. Very well located nearby to restaurants shops and attractions. Would stay again if we return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay in Cairns
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armstrong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice and best accommodation and close to all attractions :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
No staff, but instructions were excellent. Room and the whole apartment was excellent
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siddhartha

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Passage was stinking, everything else was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was is the best location central to everything very clean and would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
great location walking distance to every thing.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location of the property was excellent and a great view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RYOKA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great access in Cains. Thier service made our travel fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at the Cairns Aquarius for four nights. We recommend it highly to anyone staying in Cairns.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
loved our stay at Cairns Aquarius, great location, amazing views, lovely large apartment and excellent nearby restaurants
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. It was perfect in all respects. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Apartment nice, building a little tired, carparking awkward, wonderful view, wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very handy to the cbd; spectacular view.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aurielle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect location

Awesome views and great position. Apartment had everything for our 4 night stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location. Awesome ocean views. Bathrooms were quite modern. Kitchen needs updating
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We will be back, loved being able to walk to a number of good places to eat. The room we stayed in was very clean and well appointed for a holiday apartment. Richard who manages the place very responsive. We highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, view and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Property, fantastic location on Cairns Esplanade
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cairns Aquarius is in ideal location - its along the strip to restaurants, shopping and the esplanade.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Truly exceptional property. Perfect location, exceptional layout and amazing views. I would highly recommend this property if you are visiting Cairns!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, spacious apartment close to shops, dining, lagoon and marina. Friendly staff at reception and amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022