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Reviewed 9 August 2017 via mobile

We enjoyed a two bedroom apartment in this resort and was surprised at how large the accommodation was. This is a complex where people live permanently as well as short term accommodation being provided. Our apartment had everything you'd need, full kitchen, laundry dining, lounge and large covered balcony. There's no WiFi in the room but can get it at reception. The pools yes pools are quite impressive though when we were there, there were sand flies which I don't react well to so didn't get to spend much time there. You'll need your own transport if you are staying here as you are a short drive out of the city centre.

Date of stay: August 2017
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank Cuzzo4x4
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LakesCairnsResort, Reservations at The Lakes Cairns, responded to this reviewResponded 14 August 2017

Hello and thank you for your review of The Lakes Cairns,
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here and in particular the apartments. We understand that the sandflies can be a problem and hope that you were not affected to much.
We hope to welcome you back The Lakes Cairns in the future.

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Reviewed 8 August 2017 via mobile

Love this place , very friendly staff ,lovely restaurant especially nav from restaurant he is so lovely and friendly ...very clean and not far from shops ..I've stayed here before and will be back in the future ..

Date of stay: August 2017
Trip type: Travelled with friends
Thank peacefulkat
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LakesCairnsResort, Reservations at The Lakes Cairns, responded to this reviewResponded 14 August 2017

Hello! Thank you for your lovely review,
We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time here at The Lakes Cairns. We agree Nav is great, and it is great to here he looked after you so well. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Keep in mind our repeat guest discount when booking direct!

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Reviewed 3 August 2017 via mobile

Lovely pools, no lifts so you need to carry luggage up flights of stairs. Near the airport not near the city center. Need to dive 15-20 minutes to the restaurants in city center.We had a 2 bedroom apartment that was clean and roomy. Large kitchen . A Good place for family's to stay.

Date of stay: August 2017
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Janet R
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Reviewed 2 August 2017

On the upside this is a clean and safe suburban gated apartment complex, built in that pink Flintstones-look tile that bad developers are still using. Other than clean and safe - which aren't exactly unusual qualities in Australia - I can't think why anyone would stay here.

The restaurant was perpetually empty. Probably because they serve a bad selection of unhealthy pub food. There is a suburban Thai about 10 minutes walk down the road. Or an IGA supermarket with about as much selection as a Caltex service station.

Even the most basic AirBNB can muster Wifi but somehow the Lakes Resort can't manage it outside the reception area. In 2017? Seriously?

The pool gets next to no sun in winter being surrounded by apartments. But you'll still be able to enjoy the screaming uncontrolled children who don't mind the icy waters. Or perhaps that is why they're screaming.

So basically it's easy to get in and out of if you have a car. And it's a short walk to the Tanks Arts Centre and Botanic Gardens. But unless your trip involves that part of the world and you don't have a car I can't think why you'd stay here.

Date of stay: July 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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4  Thank WanderingDavy
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Reviewed 1 August 2017

Returned to the Lakes Cairns for my 4th stay. Hadnt been there in probably 6 years but it was always a favourite. Happy hour at the restaurant, bike hire and great pools and facilities. A bit of a shock to learn the restaurant had been leased out privately and the buffet breakfast no longer available. No bike hire, no courtesy coach. The apartment we had (4 x adults) was great, pool access but the pools were freezing (not new) and I seem to remember that the spa had been heated but not any more. The staff were great, breakfast a bit hit and miss in terms of speed but the friendliness made up for it. Sadly, probably will try somewhere else next time.

Date of stay: July 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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3  Thank Julie D
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