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Lake Central

3.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Lake Central offers a convenient stay with laundry facilities and free WiFi in public areas. Unwind by the outdoor pool or enjoy dinner at the restaurant, while taking advantage of express check-out and helpful staff.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Studio | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Apartment | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
139 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 11 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Redlynch Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lake Central

When you stay at Lake Central, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Also, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Reef Fleet Terminal. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 656 ft (AUD 10 per day)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 10 per day (656 ft away)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lake Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Lake Central?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Lake Central?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lake Central?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Lake Central?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (11-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Lake Central and nearby?

Lake Central has an outdoor pool.

Does Lake Central have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.

What's the area around Lake Central like?

Lake Central is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 7-minute drive from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) and 5 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade.

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Lake Central Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This property was perfect for our family. It was close enough to town, foreshore and shopping districts to be able to walk there with ease. Kids loved the pool and the accommodation had everything we needed. The hosts were friendly and helpful. Would definitely book another stay here.
SANDRA May, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

Good position in the city.

Hotel was in a great position in the city and was quiet. Checkin was excellent and run by locals. Aircon would’ve been better positioned in the bedroom. Average accommodation for a cheap price.
Sindy, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Not ideal for single women to stay there - not secure
Debbie, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic but very clean with good amenity and a lovely pool. Very easy late/early check in and out.
Kirra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

so nice a bed
Stephen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Cheap accommodation, located central to everything. A few minutes walk to the aquarium or esplanade. Hotel itself is a little outdated but it does the job!
Cindy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kerrie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staffs are very kind and friendly
Rie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended. The location is excellent. On my arrival day I received a message with instructions to retrieve the room key from an outside key safe, and all worked well.
George, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was spacious and relatively quiet. but,there was only 1 electric outlet and np shampoo in the shower room. The staff was very helphul.
Shinji, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Rachel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff friendly, but the room needs fully air-conditioning ,
Georgina, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property badly needs a renovation. Leaky old taps, mold in the bathroom cupboard, tiles in the shower, stain mark on the flat sheets, sofa cover seems like it hasn't been washed in awhile, ceiling fan in the room not working. You can hear everyone passing by the room, paper thin walls. Microwave's coating is peeling, showing some rust. Mirror in the bathroom is rusty too, was very dirty I had to actually clean it to see myself in the mirror. Location is convenient, but there seems to be a lot of drunk people hanging around. A drunk man was harrassing us at the gate of the motel when we arrived, scary if you have kids with you. They have baggage storage, staff are nice. Pool seems dirty, didn't use it. Won't return here again.
Aileen, 6-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Mowe, 25-night trip

2/10 Poor

Staff were helpful in organising late check in as our flight didn’t get in til after reception had closed. Unfortunately that’s as far as helpfulness went. We didn’t have any hot water, I contacted the after hours number and spoke with manager whom said there was nothing she could do tonight to fix it so we would have to have cold showers. Was too cold for kids to have a shower. I figured was only one night so would suck it up…. Went to put kids into bed there was long dark hair all though the beds, pulled my sheets back and they were soiled with what looked like old blood from a weeping wound. All the beds looked like they’d just been made and not had change of linen in who knows how long. The once white towels are stained and looked like they’d not been washed. Absolutely disgusting. We left straight away and drove to Townsville as there wasn’t anywhere else we could get into at 10pm at night. I contacted the after hours number as we were leaving to let them know, no answer. Left a message and nil return of call. The whole apartment is in need of maintenance, the bathroom door hinge was barely hanging on, bathroom door knob was hanging off, black mould in air cons. I honestly don’t know how this is allowed to be running, AVOID at all cost.
Katie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Little Hotel

Tidy, friendly hotel right in the go area of Cairns. We'll priced and next to everything. Useful well-kept pool as well.
Karen, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located in the heart of Cairns. Affordable. Room was big. Staff were helpful. Locally owned and operated
Sukhjit, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was good, close to everything in the city.
Paul, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The bed and pillow covers didn't appear clean. The pillow had an odor because of past usage. The toilet did not have a toilet roll holder next to the WC and the roll had to be manually picked every time for a clean. The reception staff were helpful though when we contacted them to inform of our late arrival.
Prashanth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room, great location right in heart of CBD. Walkable to esplanade, lagoon and to local Woolworths. About 15 mins from airport with taxi. Room had mini fridge with tea/coffee/milk and a microwave. Easy checkin and was able to leave to leave our luggage after check out before taking ferry to next destination. Great value for money and super friendly and helpful staff.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Sad to say, pretty much everything in the room was broken - fridge door shelves; the single bed (!!); the ac was a really old and held together with gaffa tape lol there was no housekeeping at all. The Reception was not open once during our stay…
Steve, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Needs an upgrade

Location was ideal but the accommodation is very old. Fixtures missing inside the bathroom. Only enough PowerPoints for their electric items. The room had an old school box air conditioner that was noisey n then kicked into even noisier each time the compressor set in. But, the beds were really comfortable and the staff were very friendly. Do you get what you pay for? $140 a night? I’d probably not stay here again unless they did some upgrades.
Tamara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the weekend stay
Anita, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

For the price it was well suited! Very basic, comfortable beds, good hot showers. The staff was fantastic! Very helpful. Stained bed sheets, dirty floors and all the surfaces need a good clean wiped!, toaster not working. Other than that, its a OK place. friendly, and helpful.
Juliani, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Walkable
Ryan, 3-night trip