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Escape On Lake

3.0 star property
3-star apartment near Cairns Night Markets

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Air conditioning
Point of interest
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, kettle, and sink.
Point of interest
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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135 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (Budget Studio)

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cairns

City center stay.At this Cairns Central Business District apartment, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 11 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dundee's at Aquarium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Escape On Lake

3-star apartment near Cairns Night Markets
Escape On Lake offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Cairns apartment is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Escape On Lake offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Cairns apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Casino nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 6 units
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - noon)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [141 Lake St, A1 Car Rentals reception.]
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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Escape On Lake to the airport?

Escape On Lake is 4.1 mi (7-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Escape On Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Escape On Lake.

How close is Escape On Lake to the beach?

This apartment is 14 mi (25-min drive) from Palm Cove Beach and 7.5 mi (12-min drive) from Holloways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Escape On Lake offer free breakfast?

Escape On Lake does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escape On Lake?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Reef Hotel Casino (11-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Escape On Lake?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Escape On Lake?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Escape On Lake have a pool?

Escape On Lake does not have a pool.

Does Escape On Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Escape On Lake to downtown Cairns?

Escape On Lake is 0.3 mi away from Tropical North Waterfront.

Escape On Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 137 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The accommodation was excellent,modern,spacious and clean with great kitchen facilities,thanks to the friendly professional staff for a quiet peaceful stay,much appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Will def stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location; close to the lagoon and aquarium. Clean and tidy room, which was larger than I had anticipated. Minimal kitchen supplies, limited cutlery/crockery.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good room!! Good place!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very central and nice accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rooms were very tidy. Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an excellent option for a shorter stay in Cairns. It is central, very reasonably priced, clean and has a well stocked mini kitchen. The communication was great from booking to check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Korey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place just off of the main drag with easy walking to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kylie Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was exactly as described, daily servicing went beyond expectation and is in an excellent central position.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Helpful and nice staff'. The hotel is close to all facilities as marina, restaurants, aquarium, and stores Easy parking
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness
Location&price were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Excellent service, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, tidy, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a pleasant stay. Not too far too walk to most things of interest, restaurants etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nicely decorated, comfy bed, & handy kitchenette. Easy walking to Esplanade & eateries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to restaurants etc
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Prashant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well maintained property and wonderful people running the place. They were very helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tidy safe close to the city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The accommodation was bright, well appointed, easy access, walking distsnce to all necessary amenities. The studio had a really nice feel to it. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an excellent place to stay close to the city easy to walk any were my only issue was we had a car and there is no parking you have to pay at a meter all day to park
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Property was clean, neat and tidy, convenient to the Cairns CBD ( walking distance ) with everything we needed for the week we were there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Farah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Yes many shops
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I enjoyed my stay. The room was large. It had all the amenities I needed. The only thing I would mention is perhaps put a picture of the 18 stairs one negotiates with 23 kg suitcase. Add a picture of the stairs. I know you say no elevator but a picture of stairs is worth a thousand words.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice place

The location is very convenient and the staff is very friendly. The best part is that the mini kitchen saves me a lot of money.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023