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Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers!

Apartment with kitchen, near Cairns Esplanade

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Outdoor dining
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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1 bedroom1 bathroom41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cairns North, Queensland
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Cairns

At this apartment you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. .Apartment features a washing machine, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a desk are also available.

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, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cock & Bull - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬8 min walk

About this property

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

Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers!

Experience a comfortable and affordable stay at Grey Whale Anchor Inn, ideally located in the heart of Cairns. This charming accommodation is perfect for travelers exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and the lively Esplanade. Each well-appointed unit features a small kitchen with an oven, stovetop, refrigerator, and essential cookware, ensuring a convenient stay.

Guests can access shared laundry facilities within the building for an additional charge. With its prime location near top attractions, dining, and shopping, Grey Whale Anchor Inn is an excellent choice for budget-conscious visitors looking to experience the best of Cairns. Whether you're planning a short getaway or an extended stay, this cosy retreat offers convenience, relaxation, and easy access to the city's must-see sights.
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 will 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!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers!?

The closest beach to Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers! is Yorkeys Knob Beach (11.2 km).

Does Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers! have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers!?

No, Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Budget-Friendly Cairns Retreat – Ideal for Reef & Rainforest Explorers!?

No, pets are not allowed.