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Aparthotel

Citysider Cairns

3.5 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade

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BBQ/picnic area
One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
BBQ/picnic area
Steps away from Cairns Esplanade, Citysider Cairns offers an urban oasis with a charming garden, serene library and relaxing outdoor pool. Dry cleaning services and in-room WiFi ensure your stay is seamless while the nearby shopping centre beckons you to explore.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Dryer
  • Housekeeping
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Room options

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32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment With Pool View

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
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About the neighborhood

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17A Upward Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 14 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Train - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cock and Bull - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Citysider Cairns

Aparthotel with free parking, a short walk to Cairns Esplanade
An outdoor pool, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a dining area, while an LCD TV with digital channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Citysider Cairns offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 20 km
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Car not required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Crib: AUD 45 per stay

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 45 per night

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Library
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Window guards

General

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • 41 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Built in 1993
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 45.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 45.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Surcharges apply for splitting or joining beds in the guestrooms.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Citysider
Citysider Apartment
Citysider Apartment Cairns
Citysider Cairns
Citysider Cairns Apartment
Citysider Cairns Cairns
Citysider Cairns Aparthotel
Citysider Cairns Aparthotel Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does Citysider Cairns have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Citysider Cairns pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Citysider Cairns?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Citysider Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Citysider Cairns?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Citysider Cairns located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Private Hospital and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Performing Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Citysider Cairns Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Managers friendly and helpful going the extra mile to make guests feel welcome and the stay very relaxed and enjoyable. Property landscaped beautifully and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

narumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners are very friendly and helpful. They live in the place so it is easy to contact them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pranjal

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Need elevator after long day of sight seeing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, good facilities. Older property, needs a bit of updating and maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naib

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Cairns holiday

Comfortable apartment with all amenities. Would be happy to booj again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cleanliness Spacious Well equipped Especially having a washing machine and Drier. Friendly Staff Enjoyable Stay Rela xing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

YOKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very good stay with a friendly owner and a spacious and comfortable room. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good value for money!

We had a very comfortable apartment, albeit a bit dated but perfectly functional. The saltwater pool is a gem and the garden areas beautifully landscaped. It was a little out of the centre of Cairns and with no nearby public transport that could be a problem for some.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
everything was exactly what we needed - close to everything and easy communication with the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Noisy and a little far out, next time I will stay closer to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
room is big. many rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good few days stay!

Citysider was very good, apt clean, everything you could need, couple running it helpful and pleasant. Was a steady knocking sound in our bedroom all night! No idea what it was! Forgot to mention it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great place to travel with children. The manager was friendly and courteous and the children missed him. We were planning to go to Fitzroy Island for two nights and return to this apartment again, and despite our urgent request to leave our luggage for two nights, they were willing to accommodate us. Moreover, they made adjustments so that I could leave it in the room. Thank you very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The Customer service was great, very polite and kind, however, I arrived late on night 1, I established my fridge didn’t work, I informed reception. They got someone out (apparently) but it was never fixed. This for me was just disappointing as I select apartments with full kitchens for a reason. Not having a fridge for 4 days very very inconvenient, no compensation offered.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yosuke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
日本から、家族5人で利用しました。キッチンがあって自炊ができます。また、洗濯機と乾燥機があってとても便利です。バーベキューエリアがあったので、毎日のようにバーベキューを楽しみました。駐車場もあるので、レンタカーを借りるのも便利です。とても快適でした！
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

YUI

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nell

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful managers. Nice and clean. Good location- a bit of a walk into city but good taxis. Beds comfortable and clean linen but furniture very old and stove needs replacing.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

HUIWEN

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unit was spacious and had everything needed. Manager was great, went above and beyond. Plumbing knocking during the night was a problem. No smoke alarms was concerning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Shuji

Liked: Communication
宿泊前のチャットも適切に回答してくれて、施設の対応としては全く問題なし。 到着後に朝食でカフェに行きたいと話したら10分くらいの距離を車で送ってくれました。 シャワーのカーテンが短いせいかトイレ部分までびちゃびちゃになります。 アメニティはないが、洗濯機用の洗剤は1パックだけ置かれてました。 その他はコンロ、電子レンジ、各種食器が揃っていて、エアコンもあるので不便はありません。 カフェやナイトマーケットまでは徒歩で20-25分ほどかかるので、暗い道で女性だけだと少し不安かもしれません。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024