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North Cove Waterfront Suites

275-277 Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
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#7 of 30 apartments in Cairns
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North Cove Waterfront Suites is ideally situated on the Cairns Esplanade, set in its own lush tropical gardens, overlooking the Esplanade parkland and the shores of the Trinity Inlet Located at the Northern end of the Cairns Esplanade, we are away from the main central area of noise, but within walking distance to Cairns city centre, restaurants, shops and the Casino Featuring one, two and three bedroom air-conditioned fully self contained apartments that have been designed with style,comfort and convenience in mind, North Cove Waterfront Suites is an ideal choice for business or pleasure, for small or large groups or for families.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Wifi
Pool
Vending machine
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
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Secured parking
Outdoor pool
Self-serve laundry
Ironing service
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Air conditioning
Private balcony
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, Vietnamese
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Rod H wrote a review Dec 2023
Perth, Australia1 contribution
The unit had broken dryer, main bedroom fan, filthy ironing board, main door hard to shut, dirty shower, poor TV reception, barking dog in unit nearby at 12.30am & after we let the manager no appology or refund offered.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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George C wrote a review Jul 2023
Bossley Park, Australia75 contributions72 helpful votes
We booked this apartment for a family holiday for 4 people. We booked a 2 bedroom apartment which had plenty of space, air con in each room and living room, and was stocked with all the amenities that a family would need such as a dishwasher, dryer, etc. The apartment is about a 30 minute walk from the main area of Cairns so we needed to catch an Uber each time which wasn’t ideal. The reception hours are also limited to working hours each day. We did have an issue with a shower handle coming off it’s hinge and had to wait until morning to have this fixed. We could also hear people walking up and down as the complex isn’t very sound proofed. There was a clean accessible pool which we also used. There was a clean bbq space too which would be useful for family gatherings. Overall, we had a generally enjoyable stay but would consider staying somewhere closer to the main area if we were to visit again.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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jackie s wrote a review Aug 2022
Parramatta14 contributions1 helpful vote
We booked a 2 bedroom apartment for 10 nights and it was very spacious, clean and had all the amenities we needed. Arriving out of office hours we were well informed of the procedures and directions to our underground parking spot. The linen and towels were changed on day 6. We had a level 3 apartment which over looked the esplanade and had obscured water views. Dustin was very helpful and also provided us with discount vouchers to the Aquarium and Hartley's Crocodile Farm. It is close to the airport, but with minimal air traffic, not really an issue. When back in Cairns I would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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John and Alison M wrote a review May 2022
Sydney, Australia18 contributions1 helpful vote
Had everything we wanted, including a good dishwasher! Plenty of room for everyone in the 2 bedroom apartment. Very comfortable, very quiet. Staff couldn't have been more helpful, always very pleasant. Great to have undercover parking and a lift to our room on the wet days. Good value
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Date of stay: May 2022
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474tanyap wrote a review May 2021
Queensland, Australia13 contributions14 helpful votes
Our apartment was very clean and well appointed. Lovely view of the esplanade. We will definately stay here again on our next visit to Cairns. The city centre of Cairns is about a 30 minute walk along the Esplanade and a $8 Uber ride to return if you aren't up for the return walk. A nice location not being in the busy centre of the city but still close enough to be within reach. North Cove advertises itself as your home away from home and it is certainly is that. Kitchen was well stocked, rooms are large, wifi and complex was secure. I would recommend this apartment to couples, families, and business travellers.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Kira M wrote a review Apr 2021
Wyong, Australia164 contributions44 helpful votes
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I booked a 2 bedroom apartment for a week stay. It was spacious, and had all required amenities. The linen and towels were clean but I don’t think the floor had been vacuumed well. Other then that, Dustin at reception was so helpful!
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Date of stay: April 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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John and Alison M wrote a review Jun 2020
Sydney, Australia18 contributions1 helpful vote
Very spacious room with all the amenities you could want. View was great. Bed was very comfortable. Minor problems were fixed almost instantaneously - could not have wanted better service in a serviced apartment. Some minor problems with the wifi.
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Jill J wrote a review Feb 2020
Ely, United Kingdom3 contributions1 helpful vote
My daughter and I stayed in a 2 bed apartment in February 2020 for a week and a half. The apartment, gardens and pool exceeded our expectations, there is nothing negative to report. Minh and Dustin provided support and advice,helping with trip bookings and organising taxis for us. The apartment was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for a more than comfortable stay. Next visit we will be looking for a 3 bed apartment and will include my husband and son in the trip, and stay for much longer. Thank you for providing a home from home with such lovely views. Jill and Rhiannon.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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liesenluc wrote a review Dec 2019
Bruges, Belgium559 contributions362 helpful votes
Stayed 4 nights in november, in a one bedroom appartment, groundfloor, at the Lake street.The appartment was big, clean, had everything we needed, but do not expect any luxuary. Price/quality is OK. We loved our very private, big terrace between flowers and green. Location is good, close to the sea. You can hear the airplanes, but it did not disturb us. There is a smaller IgA supermarket at about 1 km from the appartment. For the Coles or Woolworth, you have to go to the city center at about 2,5 km from North Cove, a nice walk along the Esplanade. The botanical gardens are at walking distance, at a 20 minutes walking from North Cove. The airport is very near. A taxi from the airport was 22,5 AUS and to the airport about 18 AUS. Reception is kindly and helpful and can order a taxi for you. The swimmingpool with loungers is a nice place to take some rest. Just remember the opening times of the reception, that is closed between 12 en 14h. We were just in time and were lucky to have our room ready. We would stay there again.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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KiwiTraveller wrote a review Aug 2019
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I read the reviews for this property before booking and thought all would be good given the positive reviews. Can't fault the lovely pool area and grounds which are well maintained. The BBQ's were handy for a bit of home cooking in the evening. The layout of the one bedroom apartment was also good with the balcony a lovely place to sit to enjoy the afternoon sun. The bed was comfy. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking utensils and pots. Having access to a washer and drier was also great during our stay. But this is where the praise stops. Our flight from Brisbane was changed by Qantas and we arrived at the complex at 12.30pm. We had to sit and wait for 90 minutes as reception is closed from 12-2pm with no way of leaving our luggage securely or contacting reception. Whenn reception did open we were then told your apartment is not ready. I appreciate the email signature from North Cove does say they are closed between 12-2 but your arrival time is something to bear in mind when booking. The apartment we were allocated was shabby and long overdue for a refurbishment. Our friends commented that they loved the minimalistic look in our room. There were stains on the carpet, black mould in the bathroom and where the towel holder had been moved the original holes had been filled but not painted. The ceiling in the bedroom also had various marks over it, as did the bedroom walls. The apartment was situated at the back of the complex overlooking Lake Street, which has a constant stream of traffic. The complex is very handy to the airport, but the planes bank over the complex just after take off. I wouldn't stay here again based on the cleanliness/shabby standard of the apartment
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Cove Waterfront Suites
Which popular attractions are close to North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Nearby attractions include McLeod Street Pioneer Cemetery (0.7 miles), Torres Strait Cultural Experience (0.7 miles), and Tobruk Memorial Pool (0.4 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, free parking, and dry cleaning.
Which room amenities are available at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Yes, free parking, secured parking, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant, Cock & Bull, Cairns, and Poemphun Thai Takeaway.
Are there opportunities to exercise at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at North Cove Waterfront Suites?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Vietnamese.