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By a verified traveller on Sat 09 Sep 2023

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Hotel Description

Lake Central puts you in the heart of Cairns, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes.

The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities.

Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-star Cairns Central Business District motel, attractions include Cairns Marlin Marina and Palm Cove Beach.

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 7 Max

Standard Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Lake Central ratings based on 53 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.1 out of 5 3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Lake Central

Everyone (30) Couples (5) Students (1) Family (9)
5 out of 5
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Posted by on 23 Nov. 2023

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6 Dec. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Gwen,Thank you for taking your time to review our property.Hope to see you back soon, Thank youLake Central Cairns

5 out of 5

Posted by on 29 Oct. 2023

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6 Dec. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Sherelle,Thank you for taking your time to review our property.Hope to see you back soon, Thank youLake Central Cairns

5 out of 5
Nice staff, central, not fancy but everything you need

Posted by on 9 Sep. 2023

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6 Oct. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Alistair,Thank you for taking your time to review our property.We are happy to hear that our service provided you with everything you needed. Our staff are very friendly and are always willing to help.Hope to see you back soon, Thank you

4 out of 5
Basic but very clean with good amenity and a lovely pool. Very easy late/early check in and out.

Posted by on 25 Aug. 2023

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6 Oct. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Kirra,Thank you for taking your time to review our property.We have a great outside pool open all year round. We are happy to hear that you found our late check-in process easy. Hope to see you back soon, Thank you

4 out of 5
A convenient property in the CBD for self catering guests. Easy to get to places if you are walking; good parking & nearby car hire options if driving. Property was clean & safe. It did look a little tired in the rooms. Staff excellent - friendly & helpful.

Posted by on 18 Aug. 2023

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6 Oct. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Rachel,Thank you for taking your time to review our property.We have a great location in the CBD, close to everything restaurants, shops, bars and parking. Walking distance to everything, no need for a car. Happy to hear that our staff were friendly and helpful. We will continue to provide exceptional service.Hope to see you back soon, Thank you

2 out of 5
No wifi, no parking, no reception, beddings weren’t really clean. We paid extra for a family room. But there was no door separating the kids room and the parents room. So no privacy

Posted by on 8 Aug. 2023

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5 out of 5
Easy walk to all Cairns City tourist sights - foreshore boardwalk, Esplanade Lagoon, restaurants, markets, shopping, casino. Staff are really helpful. Rooms are simple, but clean and have everything you need.

Posted by on 7 Aug. 2023

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6 Oct. 2023 by Lake Central Cairns

Hello Kerrie,Thank you so much for your great review.We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with usWe could not agree more, we have a great location and I am happy to hear our staff were helpful. Thank you for choosing to stay with us.Hope to see you back soon, Thank you

1 out of 5
Poor customer service and communication. Disappointing that a guest was asked to leave her keycard at reception because she did not have a credit card for the motel to hold the security bond. She had asked several times to be moved to the ground floor because of her knees after being giving her a room on the top floor and was not prioritised. She also found weed and needles stuffed in a pillow in the room which meant the room wasn't cleaned properly. Disgusting and dangerous. We will not be using your services again.

Posted by on 24 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5
Host was wonderful, helpful, and nothing was to much trouble. This made our holiday so special.

Posted by on 21 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 10 Jul. 2023

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine are also featured at Lake Central.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Cairns Station (1.4 km / 0.9 mi)

Room Amenities

Lake Central offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • LCD television
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Hair dryer available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Roo Bar Australia - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 5:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 4:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive lockbox information.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 5:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 10 per day (656 ft away)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Lake Central Motel Cairns North
  • Lake Central Cairns North
  • Lake Central Motel Cairns
  • Lake Central Cairns
  • Lake Central Motel
  • Lake Central Cairns
  • Lake Central Motel Cairns

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Lake Central.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.