Harbour Lights Cairns

Providing stunning views of the Cairns Harbour, Trinity Inlet and the glorious Surrounding Mountains. These privately managed apartments provide for your every desire and comfort. Perfect for families as they are one of the few centrally located hotels to offer two bedroom apartments.

The Harbour Lights privately managed apartments are beautifully complimented with spacious open plan living areas, complete with your very own private balcony. Fully air-conditioned, the fully furnished apartments have all the amenties you would need while on holidays. All the apartments, embrace this tropical environment featuring floor to ceiling glass doors for open, tropical living. 

  • BBQ
  • Pool
  • Check in nearby
  • Secured Parking
  • Gym
  • Lift

Double/Twin Harbour View – Sleeps 2 – All of our Double/Twin Harbour View Rooms have stunning Harbour and Marina views. At night, experience the spectacular Harbour lights of Cairns whilst enjoying a glass of wine on your very own Private Balcony. The interior of the room is tastefully decorated with modern influence and contemporary decor. Complete with TV, complimentary Austar and WIFI, the rooms are perfect for that short stay.

1 Bedroom Garden View Apartment – Sleeps 2 – Our comfortable One Bedroom Garden View Apartments focus on flexibility. Featuring a separate Bedroom from the Living area, stylish opaque glass dividing doors open to modern comfort whilst maintaining the air of privacy. Floor to ceiling glass doors lead to your Private Balcony where you can enjoy the peace and serenity of Cairns whilst overlooking the Marlin Marina Boardwalk and glimpses of the Trinity Inlet. This is the best location for Cairns holiday accommodation; next to the Cairns city CBD; on the Espanade with easy access to extensive community parklands, the Cairns lagoon and a choice of scrumptous restaurants; right next to the waterfront and the Marina berthing the Great Barrier Reef boats.

1 Bedroom Harbour View Apartment – Sleeps 2 – Wow what a View! These beautiful One Bedroom Harbour View Apartments boast absolutely spectacular Harbour and Marina views. Tastefully decorated with a modern open-plan influence, floor to ceiling glass doors lead out to your very own Private Balcony where you can enjoy a glass of wine whilst experiencing the stunning Harbour Lights of the Cairns Marina. During certain months of the year cruise ships majestically sail past your doorstep and that certainly is a must to see. This is the best location for Cairns holiday accommodation; next to the Cairns city CBD; on the Espanade with easy access to extensive community parklands, the Cairns lagoon and a choice of scrumptous restaurants; right on the waterfront with Harbour views. Any closer to the waterfront than this and you will need a wet suit.

2 Bedroom Harbourview Apartment – Sleeps 4 – Wake up to the glorious morning sun in these wonderful contemporary style Apartments which boast modern, open plan interior design. The spacious living and dining areas open onto your Private Balcony via floor to ceiling sliding glass doors leading out to an amazing view of the Marlin Marina and Cairns harbour. You can choose to enjoy the views by lounging on the gorgeous balconies or enjoy a balmy evening with a candle lit dinner at the outdoor dining suite overlooking the Cairns harbour lights.

Cot or rollaway bed available for additional occupants. Charges apply.

Check in 2pm

Check out 10am

24 hour reception for bookings direct with hotel. Privately managed bookings check in offsite. Please refer to your reservation confirmation to further instructions.

Privately managed apartments are located in the same complex as but are NOT a part of the “Cairns Harbour Lights” Hotel. They do not have access to any of the associated services of the Hotel Section such as; on site reception check in, hotel room service, onsite luggage storage, however, room service can be arranged from a number of restaurants nearby and your luggage can be stored at the property manager’s check-in office.

Restaurant to make reservations at – Dundees on the Waterfront

Brunch at – Mondo’s

Quick take away – McDonalds

Closest supermarket – Woolworths Abbott St Store. There are smaller 7/11 type stores nearby.

Is parking available at the Hotel? Yes, there is underground car parking as an additional cost. There is metered street parking or a well priced long term carpark within walking distance.

Is there a restaurant at the Hotel? There are several restaurants within the complex. They offer spectacular waterfront dining.

Can I leave the luggage at the Hotel before Check in and after Check out? guests who book privately managed apartments may leave their luggage with the property manager, located nearby. Guests booked directly with the hotel may leave their luggage at the dedicated spot near reception.


How do I get to Harbour Lights from the nearest airport? The Cairns airport is approx. 7 kms away and local taxis and ride shares offer quick and inexpensive rides. There are also airport coaches and private transfers to get you to your hotel.

Which popular attractions are close to Harbour Lights Cairns? Everything that Cairns has to offer is on your doorstep when you stay at Harbour Lights! The reef fleet terminal is just steps away, making this hotel a perfect option for travellers who plan to visit the Great Barrier Reef. Unless you plan on doing self drive tours of the area, you won’t need a hire car when you stay at Harbour Lights.

How do I get the best price at Harbour Lights? Use the table above to check the most up to date prices for the Harbour Lights or reach out via email to our team so we can check your dates and scan the best prices through both privately managed and hotel direct offers.

Each apartment offers:

  • Open Plan Living Areas (not Studio)
  • WIFI
  • Private Balcony/s with Stunning Views
  • Fully Equipped Kitchenette facilities (in apartments)
  • Private Laundry (in apartments)
  • Plasma TV & DVD player
  • Austar

Plus access to the Pool, BBQ, Gym, Sauna and Spa areas in the complex

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