181 the Esplanade

Nice size apartments with good amenities. It's old and could use some maintenance by some of the owners, but it was clearly a high quality place when it was built. Our apartment wasn't ready when we checked in and had to wait nearly an hour. The dishes were dirty when we finally got in. The master bed base was broken and needy jerry rigging to make stop the mattress sagging. The second bedroom ceiling fan failed on the second last day of our week long stay. It was a comfortable place with secure parking. Oh... The entire East side of the building (the one we were on) is completely overshadowed by the Cairns Hospital. Yes, every room has ocean views, but some are glimpses. The staff were friendly and tried to be helpful. If you like to walk, Cairns city is within 1km. There is also a bus stop right outside at the hospital and tickets are cheap. Might be worth it as parking in Cairns is expensive if you can't snag a free spot. Despite the hospital neighbour, unless there's a chopper landing over the road it's generally quiet at night. The ambulances try to avoid sirens.

A very clean apartment, plenty of room. A nice view out to the cairns waterfront and very quiet area. The apartment is an older style but comfortable.the staff were very helpful. The only odd thing was the old round shower/ spa with a shower curtain. But it worked and was clean. Good value for our money, when we wanted to eat out every night for the 7 days.

Very disappointed.On arrival no reception so had to let ourselves in.Numerous things in apartment needed attention such as broken lampshade and numerous handle’s including front door handle.Misleading distance from main town and in order to walk back at night had to walk through unlit areas. Not worth the money ,but have to say it does have a great view from the apartment.