The Lakes is the most stunning resort and wonderful for children. The tennis court and pools with sand beaches are awesome. The 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment we had on the top floor overlooking the main swimming pool had such a wonderful feel at night with beautiful lights display and water feature. We had a very private lanai verandah to eat ...

My husband and I travelled to Cairns for 3 days, 2 nights.
When we got there, we were shocked at the very close proximity to the Cairns International Airport. All evening, all night - we heard planes taking off. I am an extrememly heavy sleeper, but still got awakened at around 5am with planes departing. The cycle repeated itself at night with ...

Liked:
- the happy hour at the Lime Bar 5-6pm $2 schooners of XXXXGold
- the pools - particularly the sandy beach and spa area
- the staff were friendly and efficient
- the shuttle service into Cairns $3.50 one way leaves each hour (except 1pm)
- the space in the apartment, good sized kitchen and outdoor area
Disliked:
- we were on the 2nd ...

We stayed at the lakes for Christmas for 4 days in 2006. I was amazed at the amount of additional costs involved with hiring a high chair and cot for a baby. We had just stayed at a cheaper hotel in town prior to checking in at the Lakes and no charges applied with these items. I was also amazed that depending on the amount you pay for your ...

Myself and my 2 cousins came out from England in feb 2006. We spent 1 week at the Lakes. We kept thinking we were in the wrong place. It was so wonderfull. I had the en-suite bed/bath and it was paradise. It was worth every penny we paid. 2nd floor overlooking pool. I`m going back next week with my husband for 9 days. Cant wait. I tell everyone I know to book it.

stayed at lakes resort with family in their 2 room 2 toilets appartment from 23.6.06 to 27.06.06 the resort was veryv good they allowed early check in (6.30am) service was very good and staff very polite and helpful.

though we had specially asked for pool side room they did give us that but with the pool under renovation. as it was alean season ...

Hey!now ladies you want to treat yourself on your Holiday to the great far north of Australia Cairns then come to this place and Try RED's while your here the best spar in town

100% Excellent Resort clean frendly very well thought and total value for money,A family village with in its self.

The service was really poor but pretty good value. the rooms were nice and spacy but need more stuff such as appliances and kitchens needs.