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Escape On Lake

3.0 star property
Apartments with kitchenettes, a quick walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Point of interest
Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Room amenity
Point of interest
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighborhood in Cairns, Escape On Lake is in a shopping district and near the airport. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Esplanade Lagoon and Sugarworld Waterpark are not to be missed.
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135 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chezest - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelocchio - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape On Lake

Apartments with kitchenettes, a quick walk to Cairns Esplanade
Along with express check-out, this smoke-free apartment building has tour/ticket assistance and free WiFi in public areas. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A rainfall shower, an electric kettle, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Change of towels is available on request.
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.

Languages

English

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

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Escape On Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape On Lake?

As of Aug 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape On Lake on Sept 11, 2025 start from CA $133.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Escape On Lake?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Escape On Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Escape On Lake located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Esplanade Lagoon are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Escape On Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 120 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

8/10 Good

Lyn

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Location is excellent. Everything is nearby. the size of the unit is good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

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

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

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
I was visiting Cairns by myself so I liked the fact that there were only 5 units and they were in a secure building. Unfortunately the bed was not comfortable, a simple bed topper might help ? Also the housekeeping was only average. I loved the location, it was quiet and could walk to the beach, the shops, and the bus stop.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice apartment, spacious, safe and clean within walking distance to all shops and markets.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Was ok, handy to town, no real windows tho!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet, very affordable and perfect for my needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was adequate for our needs. Clean and tidy. Easy access to waterfront , restaurants, shopping. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love Cairns. I came here for diving and snorkeling, Escape on Lake hotel is in a great location near the Esplanade, restaurants, the Aquarium and the shopping center. Rooms are clean, simple and quiet. Coming back to Cairns, I will know what hotel I will make a reservation to.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great flexibility and help with our late check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying at the escape on Lake was awesome. Very clean, close to everything in Cairns. I would recommend this hotel to anyone. Mark was extremely helpful to us booking excursions whenour cellphones couldn't make outbound calls.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023