Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

3-11 Water Street, Cairns, Australia - Close to dining options
3.5/5
· 691 reviews

Situated within walking distance of restaurants and cinemas, and just 1.1 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, the modern Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Cairns hotel includes 130 rooms about 5 minutes' walk from The Center of Contemporary Arts. Featuring a perfect location, this 4-star aparthotel includes a plunge pool and a gym, plus guests can visit Michaelmas Cay, which is 17 minutes' stroll away.

Location

The hotel lies 350 metres from Munro Martin Park and near St Monica's Cathedral. The Southern Cross is nearly 5 minutes on foot from Florence Street at Sheridan Street bus stop and nearly 10 minutes on foot from The Cairns Civic Theater. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Munro Martin Parklands 400 metres away. Cairns Central railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk away, while Cairns airport is 5 km from this hotel.

Rooms

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments hotel offers rooms with a balcony and a kitchenette featuring ironing equipment and air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guestrooms also include a fridge and glassware. Guests can make use of hairdryers and towels in the en suite bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Enjoy views of the city, while staying at this accommodation.

Food & Drinks

The Southern Cross Cairns offers on-site breakfast in the café. KFC offers a wide range of American dishes and lies right around the corner from this Cairns hotel.

Why choose Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Cairns

Select room
  • Access to 3 tropical pools

  • Fitness centre with sauna

  • Cooking facilities in accommodation

  • Complimentary unlimited free WiFi

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Fitness centre

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • Picnic area/ Tables

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Saltwater pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shallow end

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Washing machine

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

General facilities

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Expert tips

  • Budget for parking elsewhere as on-site spaces are limited and often used for storage.

    Ben Walsh Ex-Hotel Front Desk Manager
  • Choose rooms away from the poolside to avoid noise disruptions at night.

    Sarah Chen Former Tour Operations Manager
  • Plan to bring extra soap and conditioner since these amenities are insufficiently stocked.

    Wendy Lee Freelance Travel Advisor
  • Book rooms with balconies not facing blank walls for a better outdoor view.

    Jason Park Part-Time Hospitality Consultant

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Quick local hint

Cairns

“Walk five minutes to the shopping center with a supermarket or head to Cairns Central station nearby for Target, Coles, and Kmart. You can also visit the Croc bar close by. The Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are a 20-minute stroll where you can access tours.”

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From USD 77 per night
Check-in 30 Oct 2026
Check-out 31 Oct 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Guest insights

loved most
  • Laundry equipment: Includes washing machines and dryers in rooms.
  • Digital locks: Room doors equipped with digital locking systems.
  • Night staff: Night managers are available for late check-in and monitoring.
  • Pool pergola: Pool areas feature shaded pergola structures.
things to consider
  • Noise: Morning garbage collection and deliveries cause noticeable noise.
  • Air conditioning: Units require deeper cleaning due to blowing debris.
  • Room size: Bedrooms are small with limited space for two suitcases.

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Location of Southern Cross Atrium Apartments Cairns

3-11 Water Street, Cairns, Australia

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    Southern Cross Atrium Apartments is frequently noted for its convenient proximity to Cairns Central station and a nearby shopping center, offering easy access to Target, Coles, and Kmart. Guests mention the rooms feature washing machines and dryers plus quiet air conditioning units, though some note early morning noise from nearby trucks and machinery. The hotel offers a night manager for after-hours check-in. The pool areas include jacuzzis under pergolas.

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          Enter dates to see availability
          From USD 77 per night
          Check-in 30 Oct 2026
          Check-out 31 Oct 2026
          Guests 2 guests

          Adults:

          2

          Children:

          0
          All rates verified
          How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
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          Important information
          Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 23:59
          Check-out:
          until 10:00
          • Children and extra beds
          • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.