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Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef!

Apartment with kitchen, near Cairns Esplanade

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Close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef! provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom441 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef!

Enjoy a comfortable and budget-friendly stay at the Grey Whale Anchor Inn, located in the heart of Cairns. Perfect for travelers exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, or nearby beaches, this accommodation offers well-equipped rooms with a small kitchen, including an oven, stovetop, refrigerator, and essential cookware. While dishwashers are not included, the kitchen has everything needed for a convenient stay.

Guests can access shared laundry facilities within the building for an additional charge. With a prime location just minutes from top attractions, restaurants, and shopping, this inn is ideal for adventure seekers and those looking to unwind in tropical surroundings. Whether you're planning a short visit or an extended stay, the Grey Whale Anchor Inn provides affordability, comfort, and an excellent location to experience the best of Cairns.
Thank you for looking after this home and respecting the rules during your stay.

Check-In Form & ID: All guests are required to complete a check-in form and present valid ID upon arrival. This is for security and registration purposes. Please answer the pre-booking questions truthfully to ensure the space suits your needs, and carefully read the check-in instructions that will be sent before your arrival.

Please note that we provide a starter amenity kit that includes a few essentials for your convenience, but for longer stays, you may need to go shopping to re-stock.

Please remember that you are in a residential setting. We remind you to respect the neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum.

No Unregistered Guests: Only registered guests are allowed on the property. No unregistered visitors are permitted inside the property.

This property has a strict no party, no smoking, and no pet policy. Any breach will result in immediate cancellation or eviction.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM via self check-in with a key safe.

Check-out is before 10:00 AM. Unauthorised late check outs may incur a fee. Please follow the check out instructions sent to you and make sure you are familiar with where to leave your keys.

Guests may be charged for additional housekeeping if the property requires extra cleaning time.

Guests will be charged for replacing lost keys or fobs as well as a call-out fee, if required.

Any smoking inside the property will result in charges to have the property professionally deodorised and furniture and carpets steam cleaned.

Cancellation Policy: Our cancellation policy is firm. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover your trip in case of emergencies, illness, extreme weather, etc. Any refund requests outside of our cancellation policy will be declined. We are happy to provide documentation to your travel insurance company to help expedite your claim.

Thank you, and we hope you enjoy your stay!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 441 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

319483

About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Cairns North, a neighborhood in Cairns. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade and Anderson Street Conservation Park. Muddy's Playground and Reef Teach are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 19 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cock & Bull - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Yum Sing - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef! located?

Located in Cairns North, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Cairns Esplanade, and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Private Hospital and Cairns Performing Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Cozy & Affordable Stay in Cairns – Perfect for Exploring the Reef! Reviews

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4.0

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Reviews

6/10 Okay

Faye M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The aircraft noise combined with the traffic noise from the main road and the neighborhood specially residents on the upper floor made relaxation very difficult.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025