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Escape On Lake

3.0 star property
Apartments with kitchenettes, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

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135 Lake St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Air conditioning

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Cairns

Escape On Lake places you in the centre of Cairns, within a short 5-minute stroll of Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with free WiFi, a ceiling fan and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a rainfall showerhead and free toiletries. A desk and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. Change of towels is available on request .This business-friendly apartment building offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle.
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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
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Phở Việt - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moku Bar + Grill - ‬1 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, 4-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade
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 an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead.

This Cairns apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis 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 transport

  • No on-site 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 lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Smoke-free property

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 centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 per cent

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 that 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 on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room 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 all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Escape On Lake?

Escape On Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape On Lake on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$173.77, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Escape On Lake?

The closest beach to Escape On Lake is Yorkeys Knob Beach (11.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Escape On Lake?

No, Escape On Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Escape On Lake?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Escape On Lake?

No, pets are not allowed.

Escape On Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 128 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annette

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

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An easy property to stay in. So close to the coast and dining areas. Also walkable distance to shops. The stairs were a bit of a problem for us to get the suitcases up to our apartment. We are in our 70s. Room was very nice. Plenty of space. Bed a bit small and hard. Bathroom was fabulous. Great kitchenette. Some noisy road traffic if window open. Overall a great stay though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Robert, Brooklyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Bevan Ross

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korey

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no off street parking and street parking was 3 hour only paid
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
I flew into Cairns a few days early before joining a tour group. While Escape On Lake is small compared to the more notable accommodation, it is good value. Checkin was easy, and despite missed messages by both myself and the hotel, they had the room ready by lunchtime. Very welcoming after an early morning flight! The room was spacious with good facilities including a microwave for basic cooking needs. The main city centre of Cairns is one block down the street, so quite easy to walk around exploring then back to the hotel. All in all, good value
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bevan Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come to Cairns often. Rooms are neat and tidy and spacious. Lake Street has some unsavoury folk and was awoken to some yelling matches in the middle of the night but can’t blame the accommodation for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

6/10 Okay

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not right for us.

Not so good for seniors as no lift. Stairs steep and raisers short plus one huge step at the bottom. Night light only comes on when you reach the top. Beds not ever made up by housekeeping. Only one chair at the table when booked for 2. Air con turned off by owners repeatedly so hot and stuffy upon return. Location excellent though.large room, hot shower. Beds good too
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property was well placed and in good condition. I sould suggest the following to improve tbe stay: 1) need to supply 2 x face washers. The room only came with 1 face washer! 2) need to supply 3 bath towels , not just 2 for people with long hair requiring a hair towel. 3) need to have additional hanging rails in the bathroom. Currently there is no where to hang we beach towels , swimmers etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Cute accommodations

Very spacious, convenient location, felt safe. This was my very first solo trip out of the country and I loved Cairns. Even though there was no elevator, it was only a 2- story building. My room faced the street but it was fairly quiet(except for the occasional homeless person yelling out in the street). The apartment had everything I needed and the Woolworth was close by. Even though there's no reception desk, I was able to get ahold of staff when I accidentally left my key in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

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

8/10 Good

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went there with my partner, was well located in Cairns. Grocery, chemist and many restaurants and shops near. The kitchen utensils were well appreciated to prepare our lunch (no oven). Comfy bed and well maintened. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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