Title: Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495071/fc65020c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495071/19c8af62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495071/b4a0c873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495071/9c9f54c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495071/f1007ac3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom441 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! Experience an affordable and comfortable stay at the Grey Whale Anchor Inn, perfectly located in Cairns North. Just minutes from the Great Barrier Reef, vibrant city dining, and lush tropical rainforests, this cosy accommodation is ideal for budget-conscious travelers. This unit features a small kitchen with an oven, stovetop, refrigerator, and essential cookware, making it easy to prepare meals. While dishwashers are not included, the space is fully equipped for convenience. Guests have access to shared laundry facilities within the building for an extra charge. The inn’s prime location provides easy access to shopping, outdoor adventures, and major attractions. Whether you're here for a reef tour, a scenic hike, or simply to unwind in the tropical warmth, the Grey Whale Anchor Inn offers a welcoming and affordable retreat in the heart of Cairns. Thank you for looking after this home and respecting the rules during your stay. Check-In Form & ID: All guests are required to complete a check-in form and present valid ID upon arrival. This is for security and registration purposes. Please answer the pre-booking questions truthfully to ensure the space suits your needs, and carefully read the check-in instructions that will be sent before your arrival. Please note that we provide a starter amenity kit that includes a few essentials for your convenience, but for longer stays, you may need to go shopping to re-stock. Please remember that you are in a residential setting. We remind you to respect the neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum. No Unregistered Guests: Only registered guests are allowed on the property. No unregistered visitors are permitted inside the property. This property has a strict no party, no smoking, and no pet policy. Any breach will result in immediate cancellation or eviction. Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM via self check-in with a key safe. Check-out is before 10:00 AM. Unauthorised late check outs may incur a fee. Please follow the check out instructions sent to you and make sure you are familiar with where to leave your keys. Guests may be charged for additional housekeeping if the property requires extra cleaning time. Guests may be charged for replacing lost keys or fobs as well as a call out fee, if required. Any smoking inside the property will result in charges to have the property professionally deodorised and furniture and carpets steam cleaned. Cancellation Policy: Our cancellation policy is firm. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover your trip in case of emergencies, illness, extreme weather, etc. Any refund requests outside of our cancellation policy will be declined. We are happy to provide documentation to your travel insurance company to help expedite your claim. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy your stay! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling 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 ### General - Unit size: 441 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1119300/1119287/a60f0bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 1,575 reviews CA $305 CA $336 total includes taxes & fees Oct 5 - Oct 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=1119287&PinnedHotelID=1119287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110500000/110495100/110495076/f55a22f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 319481 ## About the area Located by the sea, this apartment is in Cairns North, a neighborhood in Cairns. Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reef Fleet Terminal and The Cultural Place. Muddy's Playground and Reef Teach are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Cairns travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) [View more Apartments in Cairns](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Apartments.d553248635404168639-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.91582%2C145.76628&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Xcla-BwP9umJ9PtUv1I3GSysSsI=) Cairns North, Queensland ### What's nearby - Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk - 0.8 km - Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Esplanade Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Cairns Marlin Marina - 4 min drive - 2.5 km ### Getting around - Cairns Station - 19 min walk - Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk - ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬11 min walk - ‪Sushi Train - ‬5 min walk - ‪Cock and Bull - ‬6 min walk - ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! located? > Located in Cairns North, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Cairns Esplanade, and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Private Hospital and Cairns Performing Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 19 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grey Whale Anchor Inn- Affordable & Cosy Stay Near the Great Barrier Reef – Perfect for Explorers! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim W. Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Place was clean and comfortable. The property is a bit old but is priced accordingly and provides good value for money. Thanks for our stay ##### Tim W. 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