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Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!

Apartment with kitchen, near Cairns Esplanade

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

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom52 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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, free WiFi and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer 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

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 U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!

Experience affordable comfort at the Grey Whale Anchor Inn. Our well-appointed room features small kitchen equipped with oven (please note, dishwasher is not available), and shared laundry facilities are accessible within the building for an additional fee. Guests appreciate our prime location, offering easy access to Cairns' top attractions, including the stunning Great Barrier Reef, vibrant local dining, shopping venues, and exciting outdoor adventures.

Whether you're planning a brief visit or an extended stay, the Grey Whale Anchor Inn provides a welcoming atmosphere ideal for budget-conscious travelers seeking to explore the beauty of Cairns without compromising on comfort.
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: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • 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
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart 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

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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: 560 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

319487

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!?

The closest beach to Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! is Yorkeys Knob Beach (11.2 km).

Does Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!?

No, Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Grey Whale Anchor Inn U5- Discover Cairns: Comfort on a Budget! Reviews

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Reviews

6/10 Okay

Judith M.

The apartment is large & beautifully furnished. Everything has been thought of & you really have everything you need. Unfortunately, we were really unlucky with the bed. It was completely unstable, many screws were missing & the bed linens & the air conditioning smelled strongly of urine, so we slept on the sofa for three nights (!). It's also incredibly noisy. If that doesn't bother you, okay, I would have liked to have read about it in a review beforehand, because even in the roof tent we slept more peacefully than in this apartment. The neighbors are considerate, but you can hear every TV, every cough, talking and the noisy street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025