About Lake Central Cairns
With its incredibly central position, just steps from the shore and Chinaman’s Creek, Lake Central Cairns offers simple self catering accommodation ideal for those needing to be close to the action.
Accommodation ranges from studio units to two bedroom apartments. They are pretty simple when it comes to decor and furniture, but nevertheless have all you’ll need for a decent stay, including equipped kitchenette and air conditioning.
There’s a small courtyard pool, which guests are welcome to use to take the edge off the tropical heat. The area also includes BBQ facilities and a games area with pool tables.
There’s a small bar onsite, but of course the immediate surroundings offer much more by way of bars, cafes and restaurants. Grilled Cairns, a local burger chain that gets a lot of rave reviews, is just a short walk away.
The ferry terminal, where guest can catch ferries out to the reef and islands, is approximately 1000 yards from Lake Central Cairns.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Unbeatable central location
This was, without a shadow of a doubt, what guests most appreciated about the property. They pointed out that it is incredibly centrally situated and so close to all the cities amenities, from bars, clubs and cafes to the ferries out to the islands.
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No positive reviews
So far, no recent positive opinion has been expressed by guests about this hotel.
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No positive reviews
So far, no recent positive opinion has been expressed by guests about this hotel.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Serious cleanliness issues all round
This was perhaps what guests were most unhappy about. Guests after guest listed problems they found with the cleanliness of their rooms. It was not just a matter of a little dirt here or there, but rather that the entire room was said to be filthy, with some not at all surprised to see cockroaches scurrying around.
negative:
In desperate need of a big makeover
But it wasn't only cleanliness that was a problem. Guests also mentioned that the décor was looking very tired indeed, with faded fabrics, dings, scratches and other signs of excessive wear and tear. They were unanimous in the belief that the whole place desperately needed a full renovation.
negative:
Very loud property
Though some guests did complain of some street noise, it seems that the main problem, when it came to noise, was not from the street but from other guests. Reviewers describe a property that is neither hotel nor apartment rental, but rather hostel. In fact the feeling guests got when staying there was that it was a badly managed hostel, which included other guests who were allowed to be loud and disruptive.