Lake Central

3.0 star property
Escape to a relaxing haven near Cairns Esplanade. Enjoy delicious meals at the restaurant or unwind by the pool after exploring.

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Blackout curtains, bed sheets
Reception
Outdoor pool
Studio | Living area | LCD TV
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
139 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 5 min walk
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 11 min walk
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 12 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dundee’s at the Cairns Aquarium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chezest - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lake Central

Motel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina, Lake Central provides laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Express check-out, express check-in and tour/ticket information
  • A vending machine and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lake Central boast comforts, such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Roo Bar Australia

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Lake Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Central?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Central?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Lake Central located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of The Cultural Place, Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Lake Central Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 158 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela

Definitely will be staying there again. Enjoyed our stay and great price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Excellent location, so close to everything and the centre of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

The recpetion service at check in was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANDAN

Very quiet, great location , the landlords are very friendly, prefect price for a family to stay in the city center .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

SOPHIA

perfect location at a great price. the room was clean, tidy, spacious, and had all the essentials. easy late check-in process. no complaints from me! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Nice and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Titom

All services are closed to walk and eat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannon

Wonderful
Amazing experience and friendly and great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

NORIMASA

Hotel staff was very kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha

The location was great, lots of restaurants at walking distance. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shinji

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Roanna

Safe gate coded access, convenient to downtown shops, restaurants, & prominade. Street parking (park in centre strip after 3pm overnight free). Nice & clean. Air con noisy so just used fan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

jorge

Internet did it worked
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Nice staff, central, not fancy but everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen Gwendolyn

Location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kirra

Basic but very clean with good amenity and a lovely pool. Very easy late/early check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jesse

The staff was tops.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Maryanne

Good location. Very basic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Maria and the team were Fantastic… it’s a lovely low frills place … but had the a great mattress and simple but well maintained room and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

so nice a bed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Claudia

Loved how spaced out the rooms were rather then being cramped
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Host was wonderful, helpful, and nothing was to much trouble. This made our holiday so special.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023