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.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 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
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
Lake Central puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
29 rooms
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
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
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Offsite parking within 656 ft (AUD 10 per day)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served onsite
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
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
Special features
Dining
Roo Bar Australia - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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.
Are there restaurants at or near Lake Central?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Roo Bar Australia.
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 a coffee maker.
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
6.8
Good
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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 Very good
Jun 24, 2024
Definitely will be staying there again. Enjoyed our stay and great price.
Angela
Angela, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2024
Excellent location, so close to everything and the centre of town.
Philip
Philip, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
The recpetion service at check in was fantastic
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Great
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
Very quiet, great location , the landlords are very friendly, prefect price for a family to stay in the city center .
DANDAN
DANDAN, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
Nice and pleasant
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
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! :)
SOPHIA
SOPHIA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2024
Wonderful
Amazing experience and friendly and great place to stay
Dannon
Dannon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2023
Hotel staff was very kind and friendly.
NORIMASA
NORIMASA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
All services are closed to walk and eat
Titom
Titom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
The location was great, lots of restaurants at walking distance. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Martha
Martha, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2024
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
Shinji, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2024
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.
Roanna
Roanna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2023
Nice staff, central, not fancy but everything you need
Alistair
Alistair, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2024
Internet did it worked
jorge
jorge, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2023
Location
Gwen Gwendolyn
Gwen Gwendolyn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2023
Basic but very clean with good amenity and a lovely pool. Very easy late/early check in and out.
Kirra
Kirra, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2023
The staff was tops.
Jesse
Jesse, 14-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2022
Good location. Very basic hotel
Maryanne
Maryanne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2022
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
Liz
Liz, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2023
so nice a bed
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2023
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
George, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2022
Loved how spaced out the rooms were rather then being cramped
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2023
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
Kerrie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2023
Host was wonderful, helpful, and nothing was to much trouble. This made our holiday so special.