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155 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870

Waters Edge Apartments, a 5-star hotel near Cairns International Airport, is located 7 minutes south of the airport in Cairns City Centre. The property sits on the seafront of Cairns, a short shady walk along the Esplanade boardwalk to local dining, shopping malls, and the Cairns Aquarium. The city serves as a departure point for regional highlights like Port Douglas, Daintree Rainforest, and the Great Barrier Reef.

Spacious Self-Catering Apartments

Luxury, spacious self-catering accommodations at Waters Edge Cairns Luxury Apartments include swim-out apartments with pool and Esplanade views. Each apartment features 2 bathrooms, a full laundry, ironing facilities, and a security intercom. The 256 sq meter corner apartment includes a large alfresco balcony with direct pool access.

Diverse Dining Choices

The multitude of cuisine types at Cairns restaurants, bars, and cafés includes seafood and authentic Australian cuisine. Guests can enjoy meals on their large balcony with Esplanade or sea views. The property is a short walk from Rusty's Markets and the Cairns Night Markets.

Family & Nightlife Attractions

The Cairns Aquarium, a recent addition, offers interactive exploration for all ages. The swimming lagoon, shaped like Queensland, includes barbecue areas. Nightly entertainment options and the Cairns Casino are within walking distance.

Business & Event Facilities

Waters Edge Apartments provides easy access to the Cairns Convention Centre, home to the National Basketball League team The Cairns Taipans. The venue is recognized as the most environmentally sustainable conference facility globally. Free private parking and business services are available on-site.

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Swim-Out Apartment
2 persons
174 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
One-Bedroom Apartment Ocean Front
2 persons
105 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Two-Bedroom Apartment Ocean Front
2 persons
132 m² 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Corner Swim-Out Apartment
2 persons
184 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
Cairns800 m
Airports
Cairns (CNS) 5.6 km
Train
Cairns Central Station 1.2 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box

Guest Parking

  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Laundry

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location info

155 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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155 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Nearby
Park
Muddy's Playground
540 m
Green Arrow Walk
840 m
100 Abbott St
Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard
430 m
100 Abbott St
Dive Trips
430 m
96 Abbott St
Centre of Contemporary Arts Cairns
470 m
Restaurants
Waterside Resaurant
250 m
145 The Esplanade
Rocco by Crystalbrook
220 m
L 12 The Tower
Jamdrop Cafe
320 m
193-197 Lake St
Coral Hedge Brassiere Restaurant and Bar
260 m
209-217 Abbott Street
Paper Crane by Crystalbrook
380 m
131-141 Esplanade Ground Floor
The Vine Room Urban Provedore
390 m
121-123 Esplanade Located at Doubletree by Hilton
The Atrium
440 m
121-123 The Esplanade
Treasure Court Seafood Restaurant
580 m
6-12 Florence St Cnr Abbott St
Dundee's at the Cairns Aquarium
560 m
5 Florence St Cairns Aquarium
Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
640 m
101 The Esplanade
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